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With the introduction of these new features, Kollmorgen has broadened its offerings to additionally support PROFINET IRT and Ethernet/IP with CIP Sync alongside CANopen®*, EtherCAT®*, and FSoE time-synchronized communication protocols. ...

These new explosion proof approvals for the high-voltage Goldline EBH servo motor exemplify Kollmorgen’s commitment to advancing the state of the art in motion control and meeting the most demanding application requirements...

Kollmorgen has recently introduced the new EKM series of Enhanced, High-Performance, Brushless AC Servo Motors.

Introducing features that simplify the design of collaborative, surgical, aerospace, defense, and other robots.

View a New Webinar on the ‘Theory, Application & Operation of Frameless Motor Technology’.

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New 4 minute YouTube Video

Can my step motor get hot enough to cook an egg?  In this segment of The Why? Series, Bob White, Manager, Training and Digital Marketing at Kollmorgen, explains why a typical step motor may get hot.  Learn why a step motor will heat up, and what can be done to reduce this heating…unless of course, you are looking to cook an egg!
Click on the link below to view this 4 minute YouTube Video.

Tags:  Step Motor, Stepper Motor, Kollmorgen, Electromate
 

Kuka’s compact robots in the KR Agilus series are precise, agile and fast.  As agile systems, these five-axis and six-axis handling units feature short cycle times and high repeatability, particularly for pick-and-place tasks.

Synchronous servomotors from Kollmorgen’s AKM series play a major role in achieving this precision. Using collaborative co-engineering, the two companies reduced the installation volume of the motors compared to standard models.  The performance of the robots within their rated load range sets new standards for speed, cycle times and energy supply.  They can even handle unusual tasks in base and cover installation positions. Kollmorgen developed the custom motors by adapting motors from the standard AKM servomotor series. As fast all-rounders, the robots are suitable for general industrial applications.  With a dead weight of 51 kg, the basic model can support loads up to 6 kg.  The compact robots are suitable for process automation...

Kollmorgen stainless steel AKMH Motors are designed specifically to address the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA); reduce the risk of costly food recalls and provide years of reliable service and minimize machine cleaning time in food, beverage, packaging, medical, pharmaceutical, and converting applications. The AKMH is designed to meet the toughest hygienic requirements at a time of evoving food safety regulation. As cleaning procedures change AKMH will still an excellent solution.

The AKMH servo motor is constructed to provide long-life and trouble free operation, even with daily exposure to chemical cleaning agents and high-pressure wash-downs.The use of highly corrosion resistant 316L stainless steel along with purposely designed thermoplastic elastomer cable jacket allow both motor and cable to withstand high pressure spray or low pressure hose down without restrictions.

An innovative vented cable design prevents ingress of water or cleaning agents into the motor...

Reprint of March 27, 2014, article  by Josh Bellefeuille Sales Application Engineer at Kollmorgen

There are a number of situations that call for crossing over and replacing an existing motor with a newer servo.  These can include: product obsolescence, cost savings, lead time issues, or upgrading to newer technology.  The specifics of each application could lead to an endless number of important factors to consider.  In this post I will try to (briefly) identify those that are most common and their correct order of concern.

1. Healthy Motivations

Whatever the reason for a replacement situation, it is important to understand (and never forget!) the most important aspect of the task.  Mitigating risk.  A good replacement is one that minimizes the potential number of issues that may be experienced amidst the upgrade.  If great care is not taken to manage the potential risk of a replacement...