For a product to be assembled successfully, it’s essential to move the right parts or tools, to the right place, in the right orientation, at the right time. Motion control technology makes that happen.

Whether you’re looking for a rotary indexing table, a pneumatic linear actuator, or an electric motor, you’ll find it at The Assembly Show. At least 20 suppliers of motion control technology are exhibiting the latest components at the show. Here’s a sample of what’s on the show floor.

Stainless Steel Shock Absorbers

Stainless steel gas springs and shock absorbers are for applications in the food, medical and electronics manufacturing industries. They resist corrosion from humidity, cleaning, sterilization, chemicals and biological fluids. The high chromium stainless steel used in these products ensures a robust and self-healing protective layer against corrosion. Self-compensating technology allows these components to adapt seamlessly to varying energy conditions, ensuring consistent performance without manual adjustment. Booth 505

Ace Controls
www.acecontrols.com

Cam-driven Rotary Indexing Table

Cam-driven rotary indexing table can be specified with two to 36 stops. (Tables with up to 540 stops can be built on request.) Advantages include fully controlled, fast and progressive movement; regular operation even at high frequency; self-locking stop positions; high repeatability; minimal maintenance; and minimal power requirements.

Ten models are available with varying load capacities. The smallest, Model T07, has a repeatability of ±0.015 millimeter, a static axial load of 3,000 newtons, and a static radial load of 3,000 newtons. The largest, Model T105, has a repeatability of ±0.02 millimeter, a static axial load of 150,000 newtons, and a static radial load of 150,000 newtons. Booth 1043

Autorotor SRL
www.autorotorgroup.com

Roller Chain Conveyors With Flexible Configuration

This roller chain conveyor can handle a total accumulated load of 700 kilograms with 2 kilograms per roller. The conveyor can be configured down to the millimeter in width and length, and there are multiple options for drive configurations. The roller chain provides smooth handling of pallets and products. The chain of small rollers provides low friction and enables the conveyor to handle heavier loads than a belt. Booth 831

Glide-Line
www.glide-line.com

Heavy-Duty Casters Are Durable

Spinfinity Super Endurance casters (ZFSEC) and Super-Endurance dual casters (ZFSEC2) feature a heavy-duty “V-style” seal for better performance in demanding environments.

ZFSEC casters have a kingpin-free design for extra heavy-duty applications. The V-style seal protects against dirt, debris and moisture. This advanced sealing technology ensures consistent performance and extends the life of the caster.

The casters have a swiveling top plate and an inner raceway made from forged steel, providing superior strength for shock conditions. Sealed precision ball bearings are also now standard in all wheels, contributing to maintenance-free performance. Notably, the zerk fittings have been eliminated, since the new design makes them unnecessary.

ZFSEC2 casters are engineered for extra heavy-duty applications where stability, durability, and maintenance-free operation are paramount. They, too, have a V-style seal. Sealed bearings ensure maintenance-free performance. The dual-wheel configuration enhances stability and allows for a lower overall height.

Casters in both series are finished in a durable HAA polyester platinum powder coat and are available in a wide variety of wheel types, allowing for customization based on application needs. Booth 544

Hamilton Caster & Mfg. Co.
www.hamiltoncaster.com

Cam Followers Can Be Mounted in Tight Spaces

The CFC-B Series of short stud-type cam followers have a unique mounting structure that solves space limitations that often exist on the stud side of the assembly. The mounting structure consists of a hexagon socket head bolt and a dedicated flange nut that creates a more compact cam follower and reduces the required mounting space on the stud side by up to 34 percent. Available with cage or full-complement rollers, the cam followers have a sealed structure and crowned outer ring. Outer diameters range from 19 to 32 millimeters. Stud diameters are 8, 10 and 12 millimeters. The cam followers are also easy to mount using a hex wrench. Booth 1441

IKO International
www.ikont.com

Suspended Conveyor System

The Suspended Conveyor System optimizes space and load-carrying capacity while supplying products that are hung up for transportation due to their irregular shape. A gradient of just 3 inches is all that is needed to ensure suspended goods travel from end to end under their own weight alone, with no additional drive needed. This is made possible by a conveyor rail profile and a specially designed carriage that counteracts canting and self-locking. The carriage’s integral stop limits swaying motions, protecting material in transport. All conveyor components feature rounded contours that have been coordinated with each other. This ensures ergonomic and safe working conditions.

The conveyor can be integrated into frames or trolleys built from item Profile Tube System D30 and can be fitted at any height. Booth 739

item America LLC
http://item24.com

Compact Motor Provides 2 Million Increments per Revolution

The ROTAX Rxhq 110-50T4.0 hollow shaft motor measures just 110 by 110 by 55 millimeters, with a hollow shaft diameter of 50 millimeters. It provides a nominal torque of 4 newton-meters and a peak torque of 12 newton-meters. Completely gearless and backlash-free, the motor delivers precise motion and maintenance-free operation.

The motor has a repeatability of ±0.5 arc-sec unidirectional and ±1 arc-sec bidirectional. The integrated absolute encoder, capable of up to 2,592,000 increments per revolution, enables highly accurate positioning. The XENAX Xvi 75V8S servo controller complies with stringent safety standards (SIL 2, PL d, CAT. 3) and offers seamless integration into PLC systems, such as Allen Bradley, Siemens or Beckhoff.

The motor requires just one cable, which simplifies installation and reduces wiring complexity. Booth 702

Jenny Science US LLC
www.jennyscience.com

Lifting Column Elevates Work Surfaces

The LC1 lifting column offers a range of customization options that allow engineers to design the perfect ergonomic, high-load workstation. Capable of delivering up to 4,000 newtons of lifting force, the column ensures precise adjustments for even the heaviest of workstations. Designed with versatility in mind, the column features both a long stroke length and a compact built-in dimension. This means it accommodates users of all heights. It can be used for industrial workstations, consoles or office desks. The CBD control box ensures smooth, synchronized movements even in multi-column systems. Its low-noise operation enhances the user experience, whether one column is running or up to 16.

For added peace of mind, the Desk Sensor 1 anti-collision dongle can be integrated into the control box to prevent damage during operation. Booth 1846

LINAK U.S.
www.linak-us.com

Micro Motors for Automation

Portescap offers a variety of small motors for automation and robotics applications. Frameless motors are available with outer diameters ranging from 10 to 130 millimeters. Flat brushless DC motors are available with diameters from 20 to 90 millimeters. Micro motion products include brushless DC and brush DC motors, gearheads, encoders and controllers. Both catalog and custom products are available. Booth 444

Portescap
www.portescap.com

Two-axis Trunnion for Machine Tools

The RTD350 two-axis trunnion table features Sankyo’s RollerDrive technology for both the tilt and rotary axes. Full 360-degree rotation provides the ability to machine multiple sides of a part. The speed and accuracy of the table make it suitable for many applications. Zero-backlash motion has many advantages for both high-production machining and contouring work. The machine is engineered to maintain integrity even under the stress of cutting hard metals. It has a rotational accuracy of ±10 arc-seconds and a repeatability of less than ±4 arc seconds.

Zero-backlash motion is achieved through with preloaded roller followers and needle bearing roller followers. The preloaded roller followers interact with the input shaft’s rib surfaces, eliminating backlash. This ensures superior precision and rigor for both clockwise and counterclockwise rotations. Roller followers transmit power through rolling rather than sliding, achieving an efficiency rate of over 90 percent. This reduces wear, improving the machine’s durability.

Unique to the RollerDrive CNC is its no-clamp operation. Its mechanically rigid structure eliminates the need for clamp and unclamp times, common in conventional hydraulic systems. This saves energy and enhances productivity through ultra-fast positioning. The machine can perform a 90-degree rotation in just 0.4 second.

Its unique mechanism ensures it can operate for years without performance degradation. There’s no wear on internal parts and no need for regular calibration. Booth 1605

Sankyo Automation
sankyoautomation.com

Power Distribution System Aids Flexibility

The Starline Series-S Track Busway power distribution system carries an IP54 ingress-protection rating, making it splashproof and dust-resistant. The busway is a user-friendly, cost-effective and highly adaptable electrical distribution system that supports changing load locations in environments with limited space. The busway features multiple mounting options, a continuous access slot, and configurable plug-in units that can be connected and disconnected without de-energizing the busway. The busway is available in 5- and 10-foot sections, and custom lengths are available upon request. Booth 1807

Starline
starlinepower.com

Heavy-Duty Electric Linear Actuator

The MA3 electric linear actuator is tough and powerful. It produces a maximum of 10,000 newtons of pushing or pulling force. It is designed for heavy-duty applications and harsh working environments where durability is required. With a standard duty cycle of 25 percent at full load, the MA3 is well-suited to industrial applications. Stroke ranges from 25 to 1,000 millimeters.

The actuator has optional reed switches along the outer tube, allowing engineers to adjust the stroke length. Depending on an application’s requirements, the MA3 can be customized with many different feedback options for improved control and accuracy of motion, such as Hall effect sensors or potentiometers. It carries a rating of IP69K. Booth 1714 

TiMOTION
www.timotion.com