Automation

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Advanced linear stage

SI has introduced a new, improved linear stage: The M3-LS-U2 is the further development of the M3-LS with a built-in controller. The new version is optimized for series production and a long service life.

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Series for standard applications

With PlanetGear PRE/PRF, Nidec Graessner is presenting a series that is particularly optimized for standard applications. This results in needs-based solutions for a wide range of applications, more flexibility in design and lower automation costs.

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100% inline thickness measurement of strip and sheet materials

The thicknessGauge systems provide highly accurate thickness values for strip and plate materials. In addition to the C-frame models, they can also be integrated into the production line as an O-frame version. By using various sensor technologies such as laser scanners, laser triangulation sensors, confocal sensors and electromagnetic combination sensors, they can be adapted to the measurement task and the object surfaces to be measured.

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Optical absolute encoder in Ø35mm kit design

Megatron's high-resolution NOS35K kit encoder is characterized by a measurement accuracy of ±300 arc seconds, a resolution of up to 23 bits (>8 million steps @360°) and operating speeds of up to 12,000 rpm. With these properties, the encoder is ideal for motor feedback applications and as a rotary encoder in robotics and factory automation.

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Improving dimensional awareness

3D vision is increasingly used in conjunction with machine learning in many application areas. The latest COM-HPC modules not only offer these applications significantly higher computing power, but also help with hardware consolidation.

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Slewing rings on the Shetlands

Slewing rings from Rodriguez have also proven themselves in many rather unusual applications: For example, when renovating a lighthouse headlight on the Shetland island of Bressay, the choice fell on a high-performance four-point bearing from the extensive range of the drive specialist.

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Quick dimensioning tool for drive solution

Wittenstein has presented its new quick dimensioning tool Cymex Select. It replaces the successful Sizing Assistant and offers users an overview of suitable gearboxes as early as the prototype phase of a machine thanks to optimized calculation logic.

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Event

AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

From April 22 to 24, 2026, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT invites you to AKL'26. The photonics congress with over 500 participants is taking place for the 15th time, this year with a significantly expanded program, over 80 presentations, and 54 exhibitor booths.