Wittenstein alpha SC+, SPC+ and TPC+ right-angle gearboxes
18 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdUsing new materials, innovative gearing designs and improved lubrication, the SC+, SPC+, and TPC+ operate cooler, leading to longer lifetime and increased speed.
Choosing the right encoder
10 June, 2014 by Joe Kimbrell, Product Manager, Drives, Motors and Motion, Automation Direct | Supplied by: Direct Automation Pty LtdEncoders are special sensors that capture position information and relay that data to other devices. They are used to determine the position, velocity and direction of a motor shaft or other mechanical motion. They provide information required for the precise control of a variety of applications, such as positioning a rotary table, pick and place, machine assembly, packaging, robotics and more.
Snack food maker's drive to integrate
09 June, 2014 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty LtdA quick check of the local supermarket shelves gives a clue as to the complexity of the snack-food manufacturing process. The variety on display is enormous. Everything from high-energy breakfast alternatives and morning pick-me-ups to chips and party foods is readily available.
Aerotech PlanarSL X-Y ball-screw stage
26 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Lastek Pty LtdAerotech has introduced an X-Y ball-screw stage for high-precision applications from surface metrology to automation.
KUKA Robotics opens in Australia
23 May, 2014KUKA Robotics has officially opened in Australia. The company has been represented in Australia since 2009 through commercial agents.
Zettlex IncOder range of harsh environment angle encoders
21 May, 2014 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdZettlex has announced a massive expansion of its IncOder range, which now offers more than 4 million versions.
Sick Bulkscan LMS511
20 May, 2014 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The Bulkscan LMS511 uses time-of-flight technology for non-contact measurement of volume flow on conveyor belts.
Coming soon: a robot with sensitive skin
13 May, 2014The ability of a robot to sense and feel objects the way our skin does may soon be within reach.
University of Sydney students benefit from cutting-edge mechatronics lab
12 May, 2014Mechatronics students at the University of Sydney will benefit from a new, state-of-the-art laboratory that was officially opened on 8 May.
Baxter Research Robot available to purchase in Australia
29 April, 2014The Baxter Research Robot has been released for sale in Australia and New Zealand. The low-cost robot is an open-source platform that allows researchers to customise a range of applications for robots and to drive robotics innovation.
Unitronics Vision350T PLC with onboard HMI
24 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty LtdThe Vision350T PLCs with onboard HMIs have a flat fascia that makes these models suitable for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Tolomatic ACS actuator servo drive/controller with ethernet
23 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Pneumatic ProductsOriginally offered as a stepper system, the newly released ACS with servo drive and control provides over 10 times the power of a stepper system, with the same easy-to-use operating modes.
Turck Q25 high-speed inductive linear sensors
17 April, 2014 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty LtdThe Q25 high-speed inductive linear sensor has a user-selectable internal measuring frequency up to 5 kHz, resulting in accurate measuring speeds of up to 5 m/s.
Hengstler AD 36 optical absolute rotary encoder
31 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty LtdThe Hengstler AD 36 is an optical absolute encoder with a multiturn gear and optical scanning housed within a 36 mm case.
Bestech LA-25-A series LVDT linear position sensors
27 March, 2014 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe LA-25-A LVDT linear sensor features a sturdy 25.4 mm diameter heavy wall housing of aluminium or stainless steel and two double-contact shaft seals that keep fluids and solid contaminants out of its bore, and it offers a choice of axial connectors or a cable in a metal cord grip.
