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| Thomson ball screws increase cobot efficiency and safety
The collaboration robots (cobots) produced by ISYBOT target applications that are difficult to automate and augment human performance in many ways such as eliminating fatigue, adding lifting strength, increasing accuracy or improving product quality...
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| Linear actuators ramp up customer's flooring platform
To help provide safe and easy van access for handicapped passengers, adaptive equipment provider, Fenton Mobility, used Thomson Electrak HD heavy duty, electromechanical linear actuators...
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| Why anti-rotational guidance is important to your applications
Whether anti-rotational guidance is added externally by the user or integrated by the manufacturer, it is vital for achieving precise linear motion. A recent Motion Design article examined both approaches...
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| Meet the new ball screw alternative for high loads and short strokes
Any new application will require careful analysis of load capacity, product life, and cost, which may uncover some applications well suited to roller screws. However, given new ball screw technology advances that increase their load-bearing capacity, it is now wise to consider highload ball screws in any application for which you might’ve previously considered a roller screw...
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| Research these five elements to properly design your machines for harsh conditions
Machine designers for heavy duty applications know how important it is to select motion control components that can withstand even the harshest conditions. To help with this process, a recent DPA magazine article presented five elements designers must keep in mind that contribute to robust operation:
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| How to specify rodless linear actuators into your applications
Whether you are replacing a failed actuator, looking for better performance or building a new application from the ground up, success depends on how precisely you specify application requirements...
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| Tackle large or uneven loads with ease
NEW VIDEO: Tackle large or uneven loads with the synchronization option available with Thomson smart linear actuators...
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| New Thomson Online Selection Tool Simplifies Linear Bearing Specification and Purchase
Thomson Industries, Inc. has announced availability of an online tool that streamlines the selection and purchase of linear bearings. This addition to the Thomson website enables design engineers and system integrators to zero in on the right bearings for their applications in mere minutes.
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| Thomson Creates Online, Self-Service Industrial Linear Actuator Sizing and Selection Tool
Thomson Industries, Inc. has introduced a new Linear MOTIONEERING™ online tool that helps design engineers accurately size and select electric linear actuators. The powerful, self-service functionality of the tool provides an interactive series of questions, making it easier for users to benefit from Thomson’s extensive application engineering knowledge base. The online questionnaire starts with an analysis of motion control requirements...
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| Thomson Receives ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification for Tijuana Plant
Thomson Industries, Inc. has received ISO 14001 certification, which demonstrates that its Tijuana, Mexico facility is operating in accordance with best environmental management practices. ISO 14001 is a family of environmental management standards advanced by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to guide businesses in systematizing and improving their environmental management efforts.
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| Thomson Industries to showcase innovative portfolio of Electrak® linear actuators at BAUMA 2019
Thomson Industries, Inc., will be attending the BAUMA 2019 trade fair alongside Altra Industrial Motion Corp. BAUMA, taking place in Messe München, Munich, on 8-14 April, brings together those in the construction machinery industry and provides a platform for companies to present their ground-breaking innovations all under one roof. Thomson will showcase its wide range of electromechanical linear actuators, including Electrak HD, Electrak Throttle and Max Jac®...