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electric actuator
- Posted: September 28, 2023
What makes a bus based Motion Controller deterministic? What are the three types of Step Motors? What is the difference between an Absolute Encoder and a Resolver? These questions (and many more) are quickly answered Motion Control Technology Primer...
Categories: Automation 101 - Posted: September 07, 2023
Understanding the nuances between different kinds of actuators - namely pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical - can provide engineers, from entry-level to advanced, with a clear perspective to choose the appropriate type for their applications. In this article, we will delve into each of these actuator types, delineating their components, pros and cons, and comparing their characteristics and costs...
Categories: Whitepapers - Posted: February 22, 2022
A new RSH electric hygienic rod-style actuator from Tolomatic delivers clean, continuous control to automation machinery.
Categories: Product Announcements - Posted: July 27, 2016
The all stainless steel ERD actuator from Tolomatic with protective motor enclosure (ERD-SS2) accommodates both servo (23-frame) and stepper (NEMA 17 and NEMA 23-frame) motors. Combine any ERD-SS2 with the Tolomatic ACS servo or stepper drive and get a complete motion control system with high performance at a very competitive price. ...
Categories: Product Announcements - Posted: March 31, 2014
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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrKivfJ0mSQlLyxYe3Q8_6eZaWP7Ket2V... - Posted: March 03, 2013
A machine builder of conveying machinery had utilized pneumatic systems for product diverting but wanted to offer an electric conveying system to their customers and an electric actuator solution was required. The existing machine design had proprietary controls that operated the pneumatic cylinder in a spring return operation with one digital output to the pneumatic valve. ON=Extend; Off=Retract; The customer could not redesign the proprietary controls and also wanted a solution that could be retrofitted in the field...
- Posted: October 25, 2012
Application: High Speed Label Applicator
Industry: Packaging Automation & Material Handling
A client in the packaging and material handling industry required a stable, secure multi-axis system that was capable of carrying an 80lb. labeling machine with vertical and horizontal movement, while matching carton speed and position to apply labels to packages of varying sizes travelling on...
- Posted: April 19, 2012
Sizing an electric actuator involves more than merely calculating force and stroke. This White Paper from Tolomatic provides 10 tips for achieving optimal performance, realiablity and efficiency in applications using rodless-style actuators.
Click on the link below to download this White Paper-
https://mail.tolomatic.com/archives/PDFs/9900-9201_00_ElecRodlessTips.pdf
For more information on the Tolomatic...Categories: Technical Support - Posted: March 26, 2012
Tolomatic White Paper: Evaluating actuators for washdown in food and beverage applications: Materials, design, fabrication and maintenance affect actuator performance and compliance with food safety guidelines. Learn important tips and considerations.
For more information on Tolomatic’s actuators, click on the link below:
Tolomatic’s Linear Actuator Product Family
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Warren Osak
sales@electromate.com
Toll Free Phone: 877-737-8698
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...Categories: Technical Support - Posted: February 29, 2012
Energy is not a fixed cost, but rather a variable cost and there are many ways to improve energy efficiency such as turning off or dimming the lights when not needed, setting computers to hibernate when not in use, changing to more energy efficient light bulbs and introducing energy efficient strategies in automation.
Using energy in an efficient manner will cut running costs and benefit the environment and as a result, can significantly boost the image of a...Categories: Product Videos & Webinars