Linear Motion Devices

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion solutions, has announced the availability of new German-engineered precision ball screw sizes with US-based distribution and machining that provide best-in-class load capacity in a small footprint. The Thomson miniature metric ball screw line uses a unique multi-start ball return design that maximizes support for higher loads. […]

A manufacturer of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles frequently had to replace the linear guides on its blow moulding machines. However, after switching to NSK’s RA series roller guides, there have been no failures for over a year, producing annual cost savings in maintenance, spare parts and downtime of €60,000. Dissatisfied with the number of linear […]

The Miniature Roller Guide or linear guideway HRG uses rollers as rolling elements and thus meets demanding requirements for maximum performance with extremely compact dimensions, such as those found in chip mounters and other systems in the semiconductor industry with limited installation space. High Rigidity and Long Service Life As our smallest roller guide the […]

Under the name Fix Stages, THK offers a diverse range of precision tables for linear and rotary movements as well as for angle adjustment. The special feature of these tables is the integrated self-locking mechanism. Without further clamping this prevents the table from losing its defined position due to play or due to external forces […]

Successful engineering partnerships are dependent upon many factors, not least trust, innovation, class-leading quality, technical excellence and comprehensive support. By way of example, these building blocks have provided the foundation for a strong 30-year partnership between NSK and leading machine-tool builder MCM Spa. Together, the companies have brought to market a number of innovations for […]

Interroll is launching a new belt curve worldwide: The Interroll Belt Curve 1200 offers all of the quality and efficiency benefits of a frictionless drive concept while improving the conveying performance of smaller goods. In addition, a variant with a welded endless belt is now available on request. Belt curves are among the most technically […]

IKO International is building on its standard MX series of linear roller bearings to include special features for environments that are sensitive to metal chips, dust, and other contaminants. Dust protection A dust protective C-Wiper can be mounted to the outside of the end seal, ensuring operation in environments where metal chips are spattering. After […]

FRITZ STUDER AG, Motion Meeting Press Event Anything that works as hard as a cylindrical grinding machine will wear out. This is particularly obvious in the geometry and precision. STUDER doesn’t just support the customer in the purchase of new machines, but can also offer a complete machine overhaul A machine overhaul at STUDER makes […]

FRITZ STUDER AG performing spectacular press event in Thun A great deal has been written about the new favorit, S33 and S31 machines in recent months. The complete portfolio of STUDER universal external cylindrical grinding machines is presented in more detail in the following report. From the entry-level machine for the main applications through to […]

FRITZ STUDER AG performing spectacular press event in Thun After a record year in 2018, Fritz Studer AG reported another very successful year in 2019. With the third best annual turnover in the company’s history, the cylindrical grinding machine manufacturer increased its market share again, despite difficult market conditions. One reason for its success is […]

WENKO’s logistics center in Baal, Germany, near Düsseldorf, was thoroughly modernized in 2017 by system integrator REMA TEC GmbH. Almost the entire Interroll solution portfolio was used for the expansion. For training purposes and to better illustrate the overall solution, an impressive model-made entirely from LEGO bricks—was created for the Interroll Academy in Baal. The colourful […]