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Mechatronics
Mechatronics is a design process that combines mechanical, electrical, control and computer engineering. An important development from this technology is intelligent actuators. These actuators are capable of complex motions and force control.
Benefits of this technology include:
- Faster machine cycle times
- Increased machine productivity
- Improved machine control
- Energy efficient
- Repeatable machine performance
- Precise control of acceleration/deceleration
- Precise velocity control
- Accurate positioning
- Force control
We offer one of the most comprehensive selection of smart actuators in the world. One unique advantage we have is the ability to combine several different technologies – electromechanical, servo-pneumatic and pneumatic – to give you the highest performing, most cost effective solution to your motion control requirements.
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To meet your precise requirement, as well as budget, we offer a wide range of technologies. The following is a description of each technology.
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- Actuator Overview
To optimize your design we offer many different actuator styles and construction technologies. These various actuators can be combined to make multi-axis systems.
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- Advanced Handling Systems
3-Axis H-Gantry
A new generation of pre-engineered handling systems saves you engineering, installation, assembly and start-up time. Design features include:
Flexibility
- Defined load, dynamic response and positioning characteristics.
- Wide range of sizes and work envelopes.
- Add electric grippers or suction cups.
- Comes complete with controller.
Performance
- Maximum acceleration and high effective load.
- High pick rates and maximum working strokes.
- Optimum working space coverage, compact mounting.
4-Axis Cartesian |
Dual Axis Cartesian |
2-Axis T-Gantry |
 Tri-Pod Robot |
Scara Robot |
- Single and Multi-Axis Controllers
To complete your system we have the precise controller for your application. All actuators can be controlled via a simple PLC with digital I/O. The move can be either a simple profile move or a series of complex moves. Other actuators can be controlled with powerful, simple to use multi-axis controllers. For high level control systems we offer integrated Fieldbus network solutions with the most popular protocols such as Ethernet IP and Profibus.
Types of Multi-Axis Motion Control – Motion Profiles
1. Point-to-point asynchronous:
Axes move independently of each other
No coordination
2. Point-to-point synchronous:
Axes start and end together
Path is not guaranteed
Linear motion ( 1 - 4 axes) possible
3. Interpolated motion:
Axes start and end together
Path is guaranteed
4. 3D motion:
Axes start and end together
Complex kinematics possible
Tool – center point programming possible
Typical Controllers
Motor with |
Actuators with Integrated Controller |
Programmable Motion Controller |
Network Controller Up to 16 Axes |