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2025-08-05

Regal Rexnord and ABB Robotics Collaborate for Seamless Integration of Cobot 7th Axes

Regal Rexnord Corporation has joined forces with automation leader ABB Robotics to simplify integration of its GoFa™ cobots into 7th Axis Cobot Transfer Units (CTUs) from Thomson, one of Regal Rexnord’s leading linear motion brands. This collaboration makes the Thomson Movotrak™ CTU the first cobot 7th axis technology that ABB Robotics has certified for use in its partner ecosystem.

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2025-07-23

Thomson expands H-Track actuator capabilities with marine-grade corrosion resistance and underwater functionality

Regal Rexnord linear motion solutions brand, Thomson, has introduced key enhancements to its H-Track electro-hydraulic actuator, making it more resilient in harsh and high-moisture environments. The latest version features marine-grade 316 stainless steel components for improved corrosion resistance and a sealed motor housing that enables underwater operation, expanding its suitability across marine, agricultural, industrial, and off-highway applications. A refined design and optimized online selection tool further improve product availability and ease of integration.

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2025-06-18

Thomson Announces Enhanced, Position-Based Synchronization Control Option For Select Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced the availability of an enhanced synchronization option for its Electrak® HD smart electric linear actuator. The new iteration of this control option implements position-based synchronization within the actuators’ onboard electronics for modern motion control applications requiring instant load balancing of multiple Electrak HD units.

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2025-02-11

Thomson Upgrades Linear Unit Sizing and Selection Tool For Faster, More Tailored Design Solutions

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has upgraded its online sizing and selection tool, making it easier than ever for motion system designers to optimize their linear systems. Improvements include an interactive application matching grid, enhanced system visualization, increased flexibility in adding accessories, more tailored vendor recommendations and a greater ability to share bills of materials.

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2025-01-21

Thomson Introduces Enhanced Configurator For Miniature Precision Lead Screws

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced a significant upgrade to its online lead screw selector tool with enhanced configuration capabilities for its miniature models. Available in diameters of 2, 3 and 4 mm, Thomson miniature lead screws are engineered for applications that demand compact, precise motion—catering specifically to the medical, robotics and automation markets.

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2025-01-10

Thomson Industries Enhances Online Lead Screw Selector Tool With Machining And End Support Options

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has enhanced its online lead screw selector tool with machining and end support options. The upgraded tool now allows design engineers to not only find the right acme screw but also configure the necessary end machining and supports, streamlining the specification process and reducing the time from design to implementation.

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2024-12-03

Thomson Introduces First Collaborative 7th Axis with Collision Detection

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading linear motion control solutions manufacturer, has released the first ever true collaborative extension of cobots. The new Movotrak™ CTU 7th axis features collision detection settings for groundbreaking programming and control benefits. An industrial robot transfer unit (RTU) has also launched, which can be easily integrated with a user’s preferred motor and drive.

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2024-10-29

Thomson Improves Energy Efficiency of Medium-Duty Applications With New 48-Volt Electric Linear Actuator

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced that its Electrak® MD actuator now has a 48 V rating. The availability of a 48 V actuator that can handle loads of up to 2 kN (about 450 lbs.) equips battery powered system designers with energy efficiency, cable management and control capability that might otherwise require larger, more expensive actuators.

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2024-07-16

Thomson Adds Controllability to its Long-Life Electric Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has added advanced controllability options to its Electrak® LL line of long-life electric linear actuators. In addition to the 600 km of maintenance-free life and 100% duty cycle performance inherent to all the Electrak LL models, machine designers can now get absolute position feedback, CAN bus integration, reduced current flow and higher speeds.

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2024-04-15

Thomson Miniature Metric Ball Screws Provide High Load Capacity In A Small Footprint

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion solutions, has announced the availability of new German-engineered precision ball screw sizes with US-based distribution and machining that provide best-in-class load capacity in a small footprint. The Thomson miniature metric ball screw line uses a unique multi-start ball return design that maximizes support for higher loads. This design provides precise, smooth and quiet operation for applications requiring high precision and load handling in confined spaces.

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2024-01-09

Thomson Announces Rotating-Nut Stepper Motor Linear Actuator With Rotary Encoder

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced the availability of a rotating-nut stepper motor linear actuator (SMLA) with a rotary encoder as a standard option. Machine designers with applications requiring positional feedback can now specify the full line of SMLAs integrated with this enhancement.

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2023-12-23

New Online Product Selector From Thomson Simplifies Screw Jack Configuration and Selection

Thomson, a leading global provider of linear motion control solutions, has added a unique screw jack configuration and selection tool to its online engineering toolset. The new Thomson screw jack product selector helps design engineers optimize and specify screw jacks for applications involving loads of up to 100 tons.

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2023-11-01

New Thomson Video Explores Shift Toward Electrification of Applications Using Linear Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc, a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has released a video: 'Clean and Simple: The Electrification of Applications with Linear Actuators,' which highlights the growing trend towards electric actuators and the advantages they bring over traditional technologies such as hydraulic, pneumatic and even manual actuation.

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2023-10-11

Thomson Video Demonstrates New Electrak® XD Electrifying Applications Once Dominated by Hydraulic Systems

Thomson Industries, Inc, a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has introduced a video highlighting the exceptional workings of its Electrak XD actuator. The video illustrates how the XD has ushered in the next evolution of electric actuators with strength to take on traditionally hydraulic applications while, at the same time, be smarter, smaller and more efficient than competitive technologies.

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2023-02-06

Thomson Introduces Groundbreaking High-Capacity, High-Speed and High-Durability Electric Linear Actuators

Thomson, a leading global provider of linear motion control solutions, has introduced a high-capacity, high-performance electric linear actuator that gives motion system designers more cost-effective options to replace hydraulic cylinders. Among the many new features of the Thomson Electrak XD linear actuator are load handling up to 25,000 N (5000 lbs), depending on configuration, for a combined power output of more than 450 W. The Electrak XD can also achieve operating speeds of up to 75 mm/sec (3 in/sec), and duty cycles up to 100 percent.

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2023-01-18

New Thomson Compact Linear Motion System Brings Modularity to Small-Space Application Development

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has introduced a family of compact linear systems that makes it easier for motion designers to implement complex applications in small spaces. Designers needing thrust and bearing support in a single, compact unit now have the flexibility to build such applications with versatile, time-tested components from Thomson.

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2022-12-09

Thomson Introduces High-Precision Miniature Lead Screws to Meet Demand for Compact Application Designs

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has introduced a line of miniature lead screws and nuts. This new offering extends the Thomson lead screw product line to include 2-, 3- and 4-millimeter diameters.

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2022-09-27

Thomson Introduces Precision Ball Splines That Deliver Robust Rotary and Linear Motion Integration

homson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has introduced a line of precision ball splines that enable robust delivery of rotary and linear motion on a single shaft. These new components give designers more flexibility to compress an assembly, extend a stroke, distribute a load or otherwise meet modern automation demands.

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2022-08-03

Thomson Sponsors University Tractor Design Competition

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, is among the industry sponsors of the 25th annual American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) ¼ Scale Tractor Student Design Competition (IQS).

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2022-07-14

New Enhancements to Thomson Online Ball Screw Configuration Tool Further Simplify Selection and Ordering

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has enhanced its popular online ball screw selection tool to include online configurability options, expert guidance and faster performance.

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2022-02-03

New Thomson Low-Load Polymer Bushing Bearings Increase Motion System Design Flexibility

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has added a polymer bushing to its line of state-of-the-art Ball Bushing® bearings. It expands the company’s extensive bearing portfolio, providing design engineers a new option that helps them avoid overdesigning for low-load applications.

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2022-01-10

New Thomson Online Tool Optimizes Round Rail Linear Guide System Selection

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced an online product selector that helps customers choose and purchase round rail linear guide systems more quickly and efficiently. The new tool provides an easy-to-use interface that enables users to find the optimal solution for their applications in just a few steps.

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2021-11-16

Thomson Wins 2021 IDEA! Award for its Electrak LL Long Life Actuator

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, is pleased to announce that its Electrak LL electric actuator has won the Bronze Award in the 2021 Industrial Design, Engineering & Automation (IDEA)! Awards Contest. The readers of Machine Design and Hydraulics & Pneumatics voted the actuator as one of the most exceptional product innovations they believe will help them improve safety, productivity and operational efficiency.

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2021-11-11

Thomson Enhances Online Shaft Selector Tool with Real-Time Configuration of Special Machining

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has added a real-time special machining configuration capability to its online shaft selector tool. The new functionality enables customers to reduce the time spent in customizing round rail shafting for their application needs to mere minutes instead of hours or even days.

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2021-11-02

Thomson Industries Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of its Ball Screws & Actuators (BSA) Business

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its legacy Ball Screws & Actuators Co. (BSA) business at its Fremont, California facility. The organization hosted a grand celebration to mark the occasion, highlighting its challenges and achievements, and reaffirming future goals.

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2021-09-08

New Thomson Application-Based Tool Optimizes Online Ball Screw Sizing and Selection

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has launched an online ball screw sizing and selection tool to give motion designers fast, intuitive and precisely calculated ball screw solutions for their linear motion designs. The Linear Motioneering® tool not only simplifies and streamlines the sizing and selection process, it also provides the designer more direct, self-serve access to decades of Thomson ball screw application expertise.

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2021-08-10

Thomson Fremont Plant Awarded ISO 14001 Certification for Environmental Management

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, announced that its Fremont, California, plant has received ISO 14001 certification for its environmental management practices. The Fremont plant produces Thomson’s lead screw and stepper motor linear actuator product lines. Completing the stringent ISO 14001 compliance process verifies the company’s commitment to and capabilities for optimizing environmental management processes.

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2021-07-26

Thomson Industries to Support Team ‘Dirt-Torpedo’ in Elon Musk’s ‘Not-a-Boring-Competition’

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, will be sponsoring Dirt-Torpedo, a university project team competing in Elon Musk's "Not-a-Boring Competition" for tunnel building. Thomson will provide the team with 20 Electrak® HD smart electric actuators with CANopen® control functionality, which will aid in the development of the boring machine.

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2021-06-08

Thomson Industries Celebrates 75 years of Innovation and Motion Control Leadership

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Activities and celebrations throughout the year will commemorate the company’s extraordinary 75-year journey and acknowledge the contributions of Thomson employees.

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2021-03-23

Thomson Industries Announces 48-Volt Version of its Heavy Duty Electrak® HD Actuator

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced the availability of a 48-volt option for its Electrak HD electric actuator. The added voltage capacity designed into this actuator provides motion control designers with new flexibility in integrating heavy duty actuators with onboard electronic systems that draw less current.

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2021-02-15

Thomson Introduces Electrak® LL Electric Actuator With up to 100% Duty Cycle, Long Life and Superior Environmental Protection

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has launched the Electrak LL electric linear actuator, a long-life, high-duty cycle component designed to work in the harshest conditions, and offer superior environmental protection. In addition to having improved functionality dedicated to high-duty cycle applications, the Electrak LL comes standard with all of the performance, reliability and durability features that have made Thomson an industry leader in linear actuators.

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2021-01-26

Thomson Industries Introduces Online Lead Screw Selector Tool for Seamless Selection and Purchasing Experience

Thomson Industries, Inc., a global provider of linear motion control solutions, has launched an online selector tool for lead screws and lead nuts that simplifies and streamlines the selection and purchasing experience. The new tool enables design engineers to identify the optimal component quickly, access the corresponding 3D model with just a click, view pricing and lead times, easily share orderable product specifications, and even order the product immediately.

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2021-01-12

NEW THOMSON ONLINE SELECTOR TOOL SIMPLIFIES THE PURCHASING EXPERIENCE FOR PROFILE LINEAR GUIDES

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has launched an online tool that simplifies the selection and purchase of their wide range of profile rail linear guide components. Using the tool’s intuitive interface, design and system engineers can reach their optimal profile rail solution in a matter of minutes, eliminating potentially hours of research and analysis.

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2020-11-10

New Thomson Ball Screw Selection Tool Streamlines Online Product Selection

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced the launch of an online selector tool that simplifies and streamlines the purchasing experience for its precision ball screws. The tool helps design engineers zero in on the right part quickly, access a 3D model with just a click, view pricing and lead times, easily share orderable product specifications and take advantage of direct online orders.

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2020-08-24

Thomson Adds CANopen Networking Protocol Option for Electrak HD Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has announced the availability of the CANopen industrial networking protocol as an option for its line of heavy duty Electrak HD electric actuators. Designers of linear motion systems requiring up to 16 kN load handling can now enjoy the cost savings and flexibility of this CAN bus standard.

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2020-08-06

New Thomson Online Selector Tool for Stepper Motor Linear Actuators Simplifies the Purchasing Experience

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has launched an online tool that simplifies the selection and purchase of stepper motor linear actuators. The new tool saves significant time by streamlining the selection process for design and system engineers.

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2020-03-24

Thomson Electro-Hydraulic Linear Actuators Optimize Force Density and Shock Resistance

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion solutions, has introduced an electro-hydraulic actuator that has the strength of hydraulic cylinders but without their complex external assemblies or extensive fluid handling requirements. Thomson Warner Linear H-Track actuators move loads of up to 4800 pounds from a compact mounting envelope. The actuators are ideal for space-constrained applications requiring high load handling and shock resistance, such as snowplow blade control, agricultural plows and sprayer booms, mower deck lifts, and UTV dump boxes.

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2020-03-16

Thomson Introduces Compact Electromechanical Linear Actuators with Embedded CAN Bus Support and PLC Capability

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has announced availability of their new Electrak® MD, a more compact electromechanical actuator that retains all of the intelligence built into its larger counterparts. Mobile off-highway, material handling and factory automation applications can benefit from the compact actuator with up to two kilonewtons (kN) of force, advanced onboard electronics and J1939 CAN Bus support.

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2019-12-03

Thomson Introduces Online, Interactive, Instant Quote Tool for Customized 60 Case® Shafting and Hardened Pins

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has introduced an online instant quote tool that helps design engineers save time during the selection and purchase process of its customized 60 Case shafting. By providing real-time pricing and instant access to lead times for chosen products, Thomson’s intuitive, self-service tool allows designers to more quickly and easily procure the correct parts for their machines with special machined options.

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2019-10-09

New Thomson Video Spotlights Customer’s Use of Electric Linear Actuators’ Synchronization Option

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion control solutions, has released a video showing how the synchronization feature available with its Electrak® HD electromechanical linear actuators helped Spika Design and Manufacturing address a growing customer demand. Spika is a Montana-based provider of commercial and custom industrial work platforms suitable for a wide variety of assembly and maintenance operations.

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2019-06-20

Thomson Sponsors ASABE International Tractor Student Engineering Design Competition

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, sponsored the 22nd year of the International ¼ Scale Tractor Student Design Competition (IQS) of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE), donating $15,000 worth of motion control products. The event took place May 30 – June 2, 2019, at the Expo Gardens Fairgrounds in Peoria, Illinois.

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2019-05-30

New Thomson Online Selection Tool Simplifies Linear Bearing Specification and Purchase

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, 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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2019-04-25

Thomson Creates Online, Self-Service Industrial Linear Actuator Sizing and Selection Tool

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, 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, which leads quickly to an ideal actuator solution.

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2019-04-23

Thomson Receives ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification for Tijuana Plant

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, 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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2019-02-26

Thomson Industries Expands Marengo, IL Operation

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, intends to consolidate operations from a Connecticut subsidiary to its Marengo, Illinois, facility, which could bring more than 50 new jobs to the region. Openings exist for people with a wide range of industrial production experience, including assembly, soldering, machine operation, buying and planning.

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2019-02-04

Thomson High-Load Ball Screws Provide Maximum Load Capacity and Longer Life in a Compact Envelope

Thomson Industries, Inc. has introduced a ball screw with more than twice the load capacity of a standard ball screw. The redesigned ball screws handle more than double the load capacity or provide 10 times the service life compared to standard ball screws at equivalent performance points – along with Thomson’s characteristic German-engineered precision, high reliability and exemplary stiffness. High-load ball screws are ideal for demanding motion control applications such as injection molding, pressing and large fabrication equipment.

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2018-10-30

Thomson Launches Upgraded Online Product Sizing and Selection Tool for Linear Motions Systems

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has enhanced its popular Linear MOTIONEERING® product sizing and selection tool for linear motion systems, reducing the time for component selection from hours to less than 15 minutes. The upgraded resource also incorporates the RediMount™ motor mounting adapter kit, the default standard for Thomson linear motion systems and precision linear actuators.

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2018-10-23

Thomson Simplifies Motor Integration for Linear Motion Systems with Launch of Upgraded Redimount™ Kit

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has launched an upgraded RediMount option, a pre-engineered, modular adapter kit for seamlessly installing motors or gears in less than five minutes. The improved option is now the default for Thomson linear motion systems and precision linear actuators, and its capabilities are factored into optimal sizing recommendations generated through the company’s Linear MOTIONEERING product sizing and selection tool, accessible at https://www.linearmotioneering.com.

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2018-08-07

THOMSON INTRODUCES HYBRID STEPPER MOTOR/LEAD SCREW ACTUATOR WITH ANTIROTATIONAL GUIDANCE BUILT IN

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has expanded its line of stepper motor linear actuators with models featuring built-in anti-rotational guidance. The new motorized lead screw actuator (MLA) product saves designers of high-precision, shorter-stroke applications the cost, time and maintenance worries related to designing and building externally guided systems themselves.

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2018-03-30

New Thomson Video Illustrates Collaboration with Tribine Harvester to Help Boost Machine Design IQ

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has created a video that details how its smart linear actuators have benefited Tribine Harvester, LLC, a recent entrant into the grain harvester market. The six-minute video explores the challenges Tribine Harvester faced and how they managed to set their design apart from conventional harvesters by using unique applications of Thomson Electrak® HD electric linear actuators.

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2018-01-24

Thomson Extends Electrak® HD Smart Actuator Line to 16 Kilonewton Loads

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has extended the capability of its popular Electrak HD electromechanical linear actuator line to loads of up to 16 kilonewtons (kN) (3600 lbs). This new offering delivers heavy load handling capacity comparable to hydraulic technologies but with greater controllability, smaller footprint and low maintenance. The Electrak HD expansion also sets a new stroke length and durability performance benchmark for electromechanical actuators.

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2017-11-28

New Thomson Video Illustrates Smart Linear Actuator Benefits for Automation Applications

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video that summarises the benefits of smart actuators, which feature integrated electronics. The five-minute video explores how smart electromechanical actuators are meeting demands for greater connectivity, application flexibility and cost efficiency, and illustrates their use in factories, on- and off-highway vehicles, and structural automation.

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2017-10-11

New Thomson Online Product Tool Reduces Linear Motion Component Sizing and Selection Time from Hours to Minutes

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has enhanced its popular Linear MOTIONEERING® product sizing and selection tool for linear motion systems, reducing the time for component selection from hours to typically less than 15 minutes. The tool retains the powerful Thomson engineering calculations that have proven so effective for design engineers and has added new product families, interactive navigation, expanded global support and mobile access.

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2017-08-09

Embedded Actuator Synchronization from Thomson Offers New Stability and Efficiency for Large and Bulky Load Handling

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has announced availability of new synchronization capabilities for its Electrak® HD heavy duty electromechanical linear actuators. Designers of equipment in which large or awkward loads must be moved repeatedly and evenly, such as large solar panels or heavy hoods on construction equipment, can now simultaneously distribute that load using up to four actuators.

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2017-06-05

Thomson Industries Collaborates with Research Team to Develop New Tesla Coil Designs

Thomson Industries, a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has donated a high-precision ball screw assembly to The Geek Group National Science Institute in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to help develop revolutionary designs of Tesla Coils (TC). An ambitious R&D program has been initiated there to discover new uses for the TC with help from a new automated process for winding coils.

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2017-05-25

New Brochure from Thomson Explores Smart Linear Actuation Benefits, Applications and Products

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has published a new brochure that educates industrial automation users on the emerging role of smart actuators in meeting their demands for greater connectivity, application flexibility and cost efficiency. The brochure explores, with help from 10 pages of detailed 3D application renderings, the unique values to machine builders to be gained from smart actuators, their use in off-highway vehicles, factory automation and material handling. Also included are highlights of the Thomson Electrak® HD, Electrak Throttle, and WhisperTrak™ smart actuation products that deliver these benefits.

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2017-04-27

Thomson Expands WhisperTrak™ Linear Actuator Line with New Options for Higher Load Handling and Speed, and Smarter Control

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has expanded its WhisperTrak actuator line to give motion system designers greater ability to extend quiet, compact actuation to more demanding applications. New additions to the WhisperTrak linear actuator line double force-handling capability from 2 kN to 4 kN; provide higher-speed operation at 2 kN; and offer new options for low-level switching, limit switching and position control at both 2 kN and 4 kN operation.

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2017-03-27

New Thomson Web Videos Provide How-To Guides on Ball Screw Applications

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released its latest set of educational web videos, illustrating how to efficiently handle ball screw demands. Via these videos, Thomson experts enable customers to make complete use of their applications by providing solutions for ball screw installment or transfer errors.

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2017-03-20

Thomson Releases New Web Videos on How to Optimize the Use of Linear Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released its latest set of educational videos on linear actuators. The web videos illustrate step-by-step methods on how to install and control actuators in order to meet various industry demands.

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2017-03-14

Industry-Leading Thomson PC Series Electromechanical Linear Actuators Now Available With The Factory Integrated Servo Motors

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of electromechanical motion control solutions, is now offering users of its industry leading PC Series precision linear actuators an optional, pre-mounted and pre-tested servo motor. Bundling linear actuators with servo motors simplifies ordering, reduces the need for additional validation after installation, increases reliability, and reduces the total cost of owning and operating an actuator system.

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2016-07-13

Thomson Increases Design Flexibility for Machine Engineers by Expanding its Line of Miniature Metric Ball Nut Styles

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has built upon its selection of miniature metric precision ball screws to include three common interface styles: flanged, threaded and rounded. This comprehensive offering equips customers with even more options when designing small-space applications. These metric ball screws deliver a host of performance, supply chain and pricing benefits for users seeking smooth, quiet operation and best-in-class load capacities and lifecycles.

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2016-07-05

New Thomson Web Video Shows How to Reset the Keyway Location of a CB Series Wrap Spring Clutch

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video that guides design engineers through the process of resetting the keyway location of a Thomson CB Series wrap spring clutch. This product accurately starts and stops loads driven by a continuously rotating power source.

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2016-07-04

New Thomson Web Video Simplifies Ball Screw Assembly Identification

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video that demonstrates simple techniques to help design engineers identify ball screws assemblies.

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2016-07-01

Thomson Provides Motion Control Products for Student Tractor Design Competition

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanicalmotion control solutions, was a silver sponsor of this year’s International Quarter Scale (IQS) tractor design competition of the American Society of Agricultural & Biological Engineers (ASABE). In this annual event, engineering students design and build garden-sized tractors and then compete in a variety of performance events. Thomson provided students with motion control technology such as actuators, as well as financial support for the competition.

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2016-06-30

Thomson Releases New Web Video on How to Install SB Series Power-Off Brakes

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video for design engineers, illustrating how to properly install its SB Series power-off brake. Thomson’s SB Series is designed as a servo brake with low backlash splines for high-performance applications such as robotics, medical equipment and packaging.

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2016-06-29

Local Manufacturing of Thomson FSI Style Metric Precision Ball Screws Leads to Faster Delivery Times

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has further enhanced its customer offerings in North America by utilizing its domestic manufacturing facilities to deliver high-quality, German-engineered metric ball screws with shorter lead times.

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2016-06-16

New Thomson Web Video Shows How to Synchronize Multiple WhisperTrak Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video that demonstrates how design engineers can synchronize multiple Thomson WhisperTrak actuators quickly and easily. These products are exceptionally quiet and boast a low sound level of less than 45 dBa, the same as an average library.

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2016-06-15

New Thomson Web Video Discusses How to Increase Rigidity in a Linear Actuator

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video that provides design engineers with best practice tips on how to increase the rigidity of a linear actuator.

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2016-06-14

New Thomson Web Video Shows How to Customize Base Model Electric Linear Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released an educational video that offers design engineers advice and best practice tips on how to properly customize a base model electric linear actuator for a specified application.

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2016-03-16

Thomson Expands its MicronMOTIONEERING® Web-Based Gearhead Sizing and Selection Tool

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has expanded its web-based sizing and selection tool for Micron® TRUE Planetary™ Gearheads. The web-based MicronMOTIONEERING® is a unique, application-based sizing and selection tool that quickly and easily identifies the correct planetary gearhead for your application. The improved MicronMOTIONEERING® interface and expanded product offering allows users to save time and boost confidence in knowing that they’ve selected the optimal gearhead for their motion control application.

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2016-02-15

Thomson earns recognition as a John Deere “Partner-level Supplier”

Thomson Industries, Inc. a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2015 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating.

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2016-02-09

New Thomson Electrak HD Linear Actuators Offer Flexible Onboard Electronics, More Power, And Enhanced Environmental Protection

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has developed an entirely new platform of electric linear actuators which enable design engineers to convert a wider range of hydraulic applications to electric and substantially improve application control. The new Electrak HD™ electric linear actuator offers a new level of electronic functionality with the introduction of the Electrak Modular Control System. Electrak HD boosts power to 10 kN (2250 lbs.) with stroke lengths up to 1000mm (39 inches). It has been tested successfully to meet the toughest OEM environmental and electronic component acceptance tests, including IP69K, confirming that the Electrak HD provides maximum performance and continuity in the harshest environments.

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2016-01-04

Enhanced Thomson Website Saves Time with Easier Access To a Rich Library of Mechanical Motion Products And Solutions

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has launched a new, multilingual website that improves access to its extensive library of mechanical motion product and application solutions. The new website has a smart, modern design which is responsive to differing mobile, tablet and PC screen sizes. It saves user’s time with features that include an enhanced search engine, user-friendly navigation and new context-sensitive related product information. Thomson has also included an improved 3D model viewer, which is compatible with most common web browsers.

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2015-12-24

Understanding IP Ratings when Specifying Linear Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new educational video for design engineers to enhance their understanding of IP ratings and how the protection code can impact the specification of linear actuators.

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2015-12-10

New Thomson Video Shows High Precision Performance of its WM Ball Guided, Ball Screw Driven Units

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video to introduce the benefits of the WM80, ball guided, ball screw driven linear units. These linear systems are designed for high thrust, payload, precision and stiffness with force up to 12000N and repeatability to 0.005mm. The WM series is ideal for applications where high precision and rigidity are critical, such as machine tool automation and test and measurement.

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2015-12-04

Controlling Backlash in Mammography Systems

Medical imaging equipment, water handling systems, conveyors, robotic systems and rotary and linear actuators are among the many devices that may be fitted with electric friction brakes to hold their loads in place when the power is off or disrupted. Because the inclusion of a brake has significant implications for the entire design, especially for determination of size and the selection of power supply, they must be designed in from the start. One mammography system designer learned this the hard way, not realizing the need for a braking system until he was testing the prototype. Fortunately, engineering support and an express fulfillment program from Deltran brake manufacturer Thomson Industries, Inc. , enabled him to rescue a failing design and meet the schedule for the original design and prototype.

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2015-10-28

Thomson Recognized as 2015 Control Design Readers’ Choice in Linear Motion Actuator/Slide/Guide Category

homson Industries, Inc., has been recognized as Control Design magazine’s Readers’ Choice for technological excellence in the Linear Motion Actuator/Slide/Guide category. The Readers’ Choice awards are the result of a survey of subscribers who work for machine builders or system integrators and have the authority to specify, recommend or purchase industrial automation and control products.

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2015-10-19

New Thomson Video Teaches Lubricating Techniques for Linear Guides and Bearings

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new educational video for design engineers, which provides step-by-step instructions on how to properly lubricate linear bearings and guides. The video is the latest in an ongoing series of multimedia content from Thomson intended to maximize performance, reduce lifecycle costs and extend the life of high precision linear motion technology.

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2015-09-07

New Thomson video shows how the Motorized Lead Screw’s Taper Lock allows quick, easy de-coupling in the field

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new educational video to help design engineers correctly service the Thomson Motorized Lead Screw in the field. The precision-engineered units combine a hybrid stepper motor and lead screw in one compact envelope to provide clear advantages with a solution that is smaller, stronger, and more efficient than alternate technologies.

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2015-05-21

New Thomson Video Shows the Benefits for Wash-Down Applications with Prism Guided Linear Units

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video to showcase the benefits of its prism guided linear units for wash-down applications.

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2015-05-11

New Thomson Video Shows Best Practice Tips on How to Set Up a Limit Switch With Thomson Linear Units

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new educational video to help design engineers to setup a limit switch correctly with a Thomson linear unit.

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2015-04-24

New Video from Thomson Demonstrates How to Synchronize Multiple Lifting Columns

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video which demonstrates how design engineers can synchronize multiple Thomson Lifting Columns quickly and easily. Thomson lifting columns’ compact design provides favorable ratio between stroke and retracted length to improve operator ergonomics. Models are designed to handle moment loads up to 400Nm and speeds up to 19mm/s to improve device functionality with higher and offset loads while still providing throughput requirements.

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2015-04-08

You Wanted Them but Didn’t Want to Wait: Thomson Switches its Popular SB Series Brakes Line to Fast Delivery Program

Thomson Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion solutions, has introduced a new express shipping service for its SB Series power off brakes. The service is provided as standard option and does not require a premium or a fee. It offers customers 24-48 hours shipments on most options in the range, including all 10 available frame sizes.

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2015-02-12

New Thomson Video Shows High Speed Performance of its WH SPEEDLine Linear Units

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a new video to introduce the benefits of the WH SPEEDLine wheel guided, belt-driven units. The units are manufactured in North America and are ideal for high speed (10m/s max.) and long stroke (11m max.) applications which may also require multiple orientation or multiple axis configurations. The SPEEDLine WH40 positioning slide is a miniaturized linear drive unit designed for extremely small and compact dimensional applications. Built with a low coefficient of friction, these slides make it easy to fit smaller motors

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2014-12-04

Thomson Recognized as 2014 Control Design Readers’ Choice in Linear Motion Actuator/Slide/Guide Category

Thomson Industries, Inc., has been recognized by the readers of Control Design magazine as the 2014 Readers’ Choice for technology excellence in the Linear Motion Actuator/Slide/Guide category. The Readers’ Choice awards are the result of a survey of subscribers who work for machine builders or system integrators and have the authority to specify, recommend or purchase industrial automation and control products. The survey is ‘unaided’, so no predetermined list of products or brands is supplied to select from.

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2014-12-02

Thomson WH SpeedLine: Belt-driven linear motion for high throughput

Thomson Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, now manufactures its popular WH SpeedLine Linear Units in North America to reduce delivery times for customers.

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2014-11-03

New Thomson Motorized Lead Screw Range Offers More Thrust, Smaller Footprint and Easier Maintenance over Traditional Solutions

Thomson Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, introduces its new range of Motorized Lead Screws. The precision engineered units combine a hybrid stepper motor and lead screw in one, compact envelope to provide clear advantages with a solution that is smaller, stronger, and more efficient than alternate technologies.

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2014-08-28

Seeing is Believing: New Video Shows Clear Benefits of the Latest Thomson PC-Series Electric Linear Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has released a video introducing the new PC-Series precision electric linear actuators for continuous duty applications, optimized to help design engineers convert from pneumatic to electric linear actuation.

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2014-04-08

Thomson Expands Range of High Performance Miniature Linear Motion Component Offering

Thomson Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear and rotary motion solutions, has expanded its range of high performance, miniaturized components with the launch of several new products. The new precision TSI Rolled Ball Screws offer high load capacity, smoothness, and quiet operation which can be easily customized. Thomson’s unique design offers up to two times more load capacity than alternate ball screws, resulting in longer life and better return on investment. Screws are available in diameter sizes from 6 to 14mm, with flexible ball nut mounting configurations and precision rolled screws to T7 accuracy class.

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2014-02-21

Thomson Glide ScrewTM Selected as “Golden Mousetrap” Awards Finalist

The innovative design of the Glide ScrewTM from Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of linear motion products, has been recognized by the judges in the Design News 2013 “Golden Mousetrap” Awards. These awards showcase the best new products and celebrate people who are leading and invigorating design, engineering and manufacturing in North America. Selected as a finalist in the Automation and Control segment, the Glide Screw from Thomson has re-written the rules for designing linear motion systems utilizing lead screw technology.

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2013-11-01

Thomson Solution Delivers Smooth, Backlash-free “Horsepower”

The EquusCT℠ from Artec Imaging is a patient position and CT scanning table with floating carousel that offers a high degree of maneuverability for veterinarians practicing equine healthcare. EquusCT utilizes a Thomson ball screw assembly and Thomson bearings and shafting rail assemblies to enable a horse’s head, neck, front and rear legs to be accurately scanned in any CT scanner, with 2D and 3D diagnostic image output.

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2013-10-07

New Max Jac® Electric Linear Actuator from Thomson Delivers Robust, Reliable Performance in Rugged Application Environments

homson introduces Max Jac - a heavy-duty linear actuator that delivers reliable and virtually maintenance free operation while maintaining accuracy in the harshest application conditions. The IP69K rated Max Jac has a stainless steel adapter and extension tubes to help prevent leakage. Additionally, a non-contact feedback signal assures accuracy over time and eliminates the need for re-calibration. The Max Jac has been subjected to rigorous testing and was proven to withstand:

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2013-09-05

Virginia Tech’s Lumenhaus to be featured on HGTV’s Extreme Homes

Virginia Tech University’s Lumenhaus, an 800 square foot energy-optimized and sustainable “smart” home that was the first place winner of the 2010 Solar Decathlon Europe, is slated to be featured on the September 20, 2013, episode of HGTV’s Extreme Homes television show. Lumenhaus leverages an active system of motion controls from Thomson and Kollmorgen to minimize the overall HVAC load on the house.

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2013-08-12

Thomson Super Smart Ball Bushing® Bearings Now Deliver Superior Load Capacity and Travel Life in Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) Sizes

Thomson Super Smart Ball Bushing® Linear bearings, already available in US Inch and European Metric models, are now available in Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) sizes. This advanced bearing technology provides up to six times the load capacity or 216 times the travel life of conventional linear bearings. As a result, OEMs who specify Super Smart Ball Bushing bearings can minimize machine downtime and reduce machine costs through the use of smaller, more reliable and less expensive bearings and 60 Case LinearRace® shafts.

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2013-07-17

Maximize Machine Performance, Simplify Machine Design and Reduce Cost of Ownership with Innovative Glide Screw™ Technology from Thomson

Thomson introduces Glide Screw™ - a new mechanical linear motion solution that combines the features of a linear bearing and a lead screw into a single, compact package. The Glide Screw’s integrated and pre-aligned lead screw and linear bearing design smoothly and quietly actuates a moment load or side load without additional support. The Glide Screw’s simplified design speeds installation and simplifies bills of material, while an integrated lubrication block virtually eliminates maintenance requirements. Numerous standard inch and metric sizes and configurations are stocked for immediate availability; custom diameters, configurations and thread leads are available with short lead times to satisfy unique application needs. Visitors to www.thomsonlinear.com/glidescrew will find video, 3D animation, technical documentation and ready access to Thomson application engineers who will assist design engineers in configuring the right Glide Screw solution.

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2013-07-08

Learn How to Design Better, Faster and Smarter Material Handling Equipment with new Materials in Motion Guide from Thomson

Thomson introduces Materials in Motion – a new guide to innovative motion solutions from Thomson for building better, faster and smarter material handling equipment. The guide provides an overview of the products and technology available from Thomson, including rod-type and rodless linear actuators, round and square rail linear guides and bearings, ball and lead screws, linear slides and systems, Micron®planetary gearheads, Deltran wrap spring and friction clutches, spring set brakes and resolvers. Readers will also benefit from detailed application illustrations that highlight the benefits of these technologies as applied in a variety of handling applications, including trucks and mobile lifting aids, transporting car chassis, palletizing food containers, vertical lift modules and automatic storage, assembly line engine handling and aircraft wing handling.

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2013-06-17

Optimize the Performance of Your Next Machine with Linear MOTIONEERING®: Linear Guide Components from Thomson

Thomson introduces Linear MOTIONEERING®: Linear Guide Components. The latest addition to the company’s robust family of Linear MOTIONEERING and other design tools, Linear MOTIONEERING: Linear Guide Components enables OEM and factory automation users to optimize machine design and operation by identifying the optimal configuration of Round or Square Rail linear guide components based on application or product attributes. Users can choose a linear guide solution based on application requirements or configure a solution based on the components they know they need, get a quote and download customized 3D models to simplify and speed the design process.

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2013-04-09

Thomson Lead Screws Drive Team 4 Element Robot Climber in FIRST Robotics Competition’s 2013 Game: Ultimate Ascent

Team 4 Element, a team of high school students from Van Nuys, California, have designed, manufactured and assembled a robot climber to compete in the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) 2013 Ultimate Ascent℠ game. The robot utilizes Thomson MTS Flange Mount Supernuts® with stainless steel lead screws to drive the entire robot climber, with the goal of climbing a 10 foot tall pyramid in less than five seconds.

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2013-03-12

Thomson WhisperTrak™ Linear Actuators Named 2012 Design News “Golden Mousetrap” Finalist

WhisperTrak™ Electric Linear Actuators from Thomson Industries, Inc. have been named a 2012 Design News Golden Mousetrap Finalist in the Automation and Control: Motors and Mechanical Motion Devices category. Through quiet (<45 dBa), maintenance-free operation in a compact one-piece housing, Thomson WhisperTrak linear actuators maximize design flexibility and improve performance and user comfort in personal mobility, rehabilitation, and medical equipment applications where reliability, small size and low noise are primary design considerations. These attributes also make the Thomson WhisperTrak actuator an ideal solution in office and domestic-use equipment. Thomson WhisperTrak actuators comply with all relevant certificates and are built in accordance with ISO 9000.

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2013-02-05

Learn How to Build Simpler Mobile Off-Highway Machines that are Safer, Cleaner and Cost Less to Operate

Thomson introduces www.thomsonlinear.com/moh – a new micro-site that provides substantive educational information detailing how electric linear actuators provide superior performance and significantly simplified operation at a lower cost of operation compared with conventional hydraulic options in mobile off highway (MOH) applications such as construction, road maintenance, farming, forestry, turf and railway vehicles. The site details throttle control, quick attach, hood lift, spool valve control and broom control applications where electric linear actuators can deliver some of the most significant benefits. Visitors will also find ready access to detailed information on all relevant Thomson electric linear actuator products.

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2013-01-22

Authoritative Guide to Linear Motion Systems Now Available from Thomson

Thomson introduces the comprehensive Linear Motion Systems catalog. This 230+ page guide details the features, specifications, dimensions and ordering information for the company’s complete family of linear units and accessories. Users will also benefit from illustrated application examples, selection guidelines and educational engineering reference material to assist in identifying the optimum linear motion system for the application.

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2012-09-20

Upcoming Webinar: Clutches & Brakes 101 - Basics for Design Engineers

If you've ever wondered about the difference between Genuine Wrap Spring or Friction Clutches and Brakes, this webinar is for you! Designed for engineers of all experience levels, this informational webinar will introduce you to the basics of Clutches and Brakes, explore the different features and technologies available, and examine various clutch and brake applications.

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2012-07-30

Upcoming Webinar: Lifting Columns 101 - Basics for Design Engineers

Offered for the first time! Telescoping lifting columns provide a low-noise, high-power solution for applications that require an optimized ratio of stroke and low-retracted height. Learn specifics about incorporating Telescoping Lifting Columns in application design including design parameters, sizing and selection, and design calculations. Reduce design time and increase design productivity with these informative tips. Register here for the FREE live webinar on August 22, 2012. Spaces are limited, so sign up now!

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2012-06-06

Upcoming Webinar: Linear Bearings and Guides 101: Basics for Design Engineers

Join us for a free Linear Bearings and Guides seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to quickly design and specify linear bearings and guides for linear motion systems, saving you time and optimizing your machine designs. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held in two sessions on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. CST again at 2:00 p.m. EST / 1:00 p.m. CST. Spaces are limited, so register now!

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2012-05-18

Upcoming Webinar: Preventing Costly Machine Failure with an Optimized Linear Bearing Maintenance Plan

Failure to develop a linear bearing maintenance plan can cost thousands in unplanned downtime and machine damage. This webinar will teach you how to spot potential bearing failure and how to develop an action plan to prevent it.

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2012-02-29

Thomson 400 Series Profile Rail Solution Named 2011 Product of the Year by Plant Engineering Magazine

WOOD DALE, IL – Thomson 400 Series Profile Rail Linear Guides have been selected by Plant Engineering magazine subscribers as a 2011 Product of the Year Award winner. The 400 Series delivers high value linear motion in applications with straightforward automation requirements. These linear guides provide smooth, accurate and quiet operation; and in particularly sound-sensitive applications, a ball cage option can further increase smoothness and reduce machine noise.

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2012-02-20

Designing with the Customer in Mind: Advances in Medical Application Design

This webinar is an overview of how to design motion components into medical applications and what areas are most important for medical providers and patients. In a unique round table format, listen as our product experts discuss leading trends in medical application design.

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2012-02-01

Get the Linear Motion Information You Need, On the Go, with New Mobile Device Version . . .

Thomson Industries, Inc. announces that the company’s website - www.thomsonlinear.com - is now available for optimized viewing on mobile devices, including iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Android and Blackberry (version 6 and higher). Mobile device browsers will automatically be routed to the mobile version of thomsonlinear.com without the need to remember a special Internet address. All primary content on the main website is available in this mobile-friendly view, in 11 languages.

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2012-01-25

Introduction to the Thomson Whispertrak(TM) Electric Linear Actuator

This free of charge webinar is an introduction to the NEW Thomson WhisperTrakT Electric Linear Actuator, the next generation actuator technology now available from Thomson. Learn:

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2012-01-19

New French Language Translation Makes Thomsonlinear.com Fully Functional in 11 Languages

Thomson Industries, Inc. announces that the company’s website - www.thomsonlinear.com - is now fully translated and functional in French. The site is also available in English, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Latin America), Swedish and Turkish. Visitors can easily change the language of choice with the “Select Your Language” button at the top right hand corner of the website.

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2011-12-14

Designing with the Customer in Mind: Advances in Medical Application Design

This webinar is an overview of how to design motion components into medical applications and what areas are most important for medical providers and patients. Learn how Thomson has contributed to resolving some of the most common issues in medical application design and how you can reduce design time and increase design productivity with these informative tips. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held in two sessions on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. CT and 3 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. CT.

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2011-12-13

Select the Optimized Linear System in Minutes with Linear MOTIONEERING® 2.0 Web-based Sizing and Selection Tool from Thomson

Thomson introduces Linear MOTIONEERING® 2.0. The latest version of the company’s powerful web-based linear motion system sizing and selection tool, Linear MOTIONEERING 2.0 enables OEM and factory automation users to optimize machine design and operation by walking them through an intuitive process that delivers all the data necessary to make a quick, logical system selection in just minutes. Linear MOTIONEERING 2.0 includes the global Thomson product offering, along with enhanced graphics and a streamlined user-interface. Also new to version 2.0 is a sort-and-filter feature that enables users to quickly and easily organize and compare all the solutions that fit the specific application requirements.

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2011-11-21

Intro to the Thomson Whispertrak™ Electric Linear Actuator

This webinar is an introduction to the NEW Thomson WhisperTrak™ Electric Linear Actuator, the next generation actuator technology now available from Thomson. Learn: An overview of the new Thomson WhisperTrak™ Linear Actuator technology How the new Thomson WhisperTrak™ Linear Actuator fits in target applications

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2011-11-02

Build Quieter, More Compact and Better Performing Personal Mobility Equipment with New Thomson WhisperTrak™ Linear Actuators

Thomson Industries, Inc. introduces the new line of Thomson WhisperTrak™ Electric Linear Actuators. Through quiet (<45 dBa), maintenance-free operation in a compact one-piece housing, the Thomson WhisperTrak linear actuator maximizes design flexibility and improves performance and user comfort in personal mobility, rehabilitation, and medical equipment applications where reliability, small size and low noise are primary design considerations. These attributes also make the Thomson WhisperTrak actuator an ideal solution in office and domestic-use equipment. Thomson WhisperTrak actuators comply with all relevant certificates and are built in accordance with ISO 9000.

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2011-10-14

Upcoming Webinar: Precision Linear Actuators - Basics for Design Engineers

This is a personal invitation for you to register for a free informational webinar on Precision Linear Actuators. You will learn more about:

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2011-09-22

Upcoming Webinar: Sizing and Selection of Linear Systems - Intro to Linear Motioneering 2.0

You are invited to attend a free webinar for Design Engineers to learn how to use online engineering tools to optimize machine design and save time during the design process. This training will enable you to better understand the available tools - what they are, how to access them, and how to utilize them in your design process. Register here for the FREE live webinar on September 28, 2011. Spaces are limited, so sign up now!

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2011-09-14

Quickly and Easily Select the Right Ball or Lead Screw for Your Linear Motion Application

Thomson introduces Linear MOTIONEERING®: Ball and Lead Screws - a new web-based sizing and selection tool that helps machine builders quickly specify the right ball and/or lead screw from Thomson’s world class range of inch and metric screws, to satisfy specific application performance requirements. Users simply choose from “Application-based Product Sizing,”“Product Selector” or “Part Number Search” modes and enter a few key parameters to receive downloadable 2D and 3D models and detailed product specifications, as well as quick access to pricing, ordering and delivery information for the optimal ball or lead screws for the application.

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2011-08-26

Gearhead Solutions for Washdown Applications

Get a first-hand look at the new game-changing Planetary Gearhead solutions for washdown applications. Washdown and immersion concerns are a thing of the past. Learn how to incorporate the new gearhead technology into your application design while reducing design time and increasing design productivity with these informative tips.

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2011-08-09

Make Informed Mechanical Motion Decisions with Help from the New Mechanical Motion Solutions Brochure from Thomson

Thomson has available a new Mechanical Motion Solutions brochure. The brochure provides an overview of key product features and specifications for the company’s complete family of mechanical and electromechanical motion solutions. Additionally, the brochure highlights the company’s 60+ years of motion expertise and robust manufacturing capabilities, ranging from a comprehensive offering of standard products to “white sheet” designs engineered to suit extraordinary application needs. It is currently available in English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish and Turkish.

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2011-07-25

Get the Linear Motion Information You Need Now, in Your Native Language

Thomson Industries, Inc. announces that the company’s website - www.thomsonlinear.com - is available in seven new languages. Already available in English, German and Chinese, the site is now fully translated and functional in Italian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Latin America), Swedish and Turkish. Visitors can easily change the language of choice with the “Select Your Language” button at the top right hand corner of the website. A French translation of thomsonlinear.com is in progress and scheduled for release in August, 2011.

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2011-07-23

Upcoming Webinar: Lead Screws 101 - Basics for Design Engineers

You are invited to attend a free Lead Screw seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to quickly design and specify lead and ball screw actuated linear motion systems, saving you time and optimizing your machine designs. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held in two sessions on Wednesday, July 27, 2010 at 10:00 am ET / 9:00 am CT and again at 3:00 pm ET / 2:00 pm CT.

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2011-07-20

Upcoming Webinar: Friction Clutches and Brakes 101 - Basics for Design Engineers

You are invited to attend a free Friction Clutches and Brakes seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to better understand the technology, sizing criteria, and quickly design and specify clutches and brakes for linear motion systems, saving you time and optimizing your machine designs.

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2011-07-12

Updated Lead and Ball Screws Catalog Now Available from Thomson

Thomson has available a new Thomson BSA Lead and Ball Screws Catalog. This updated 90+ page resource guide provides helpful technology overviews and selection guides, along with detailed information and technical specifications on the company’s family of supernuts and lead screws, ball screws, complete screw assemblies, rails and bearings, and accessories, including a number of new products and available sizes. The catalog also provides technical engineering guidelines and formulas for ball and lead screws, as well as an application overview section to help guide users toward an optimal solution for their application.

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2011-06-29

Ball & Lead Screws 101: Basics for Design Engineers

You are invited to attend a free Ball & Lead Screw seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to quickly design and specify ball and lead screw actuated linear motion systems, saving you time and optimizing your machine designs. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held on Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 2:00 pm EDT.

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2011-06-28

Customize Machined Shafting Faster and Easier with New Web-based Configuration Tool from Thomson

Thomson introduces Linear MOTIONEERING®: 60 Case® LinearRace Shafting. This new web-based configuration tool enables users to quickly and easily configure Thomson 60 Case LinearRace shafting based on size, material, tolerance class, coating and special machining requirements. Users can view pricing and lead time, download 2D/3D CAD models and detailed drawings, request a formal quote, and save and retrieve quotes. Linear MOTIONEERING: 60 Case LinearRace Shafting supports Carbon Steel, 440C Stainless Steel, 316 Stainless Steep, 52100 Tubular Steel and Chrome Plated Pain Ends.

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2011-05-16

New Guide to Food Processing Motion Optimized Details Thomson Expertise and Technology in Food Processing Applications

Thomson introduces Food Processing Motion Optimized - a new guide to utilizing mechanical and electromechanical motion components to maximize flexibility and production efficiency in food processing applications.

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2011-05-03

EngineersCALC from Thomson Provides Easy Access to Commonly-needed Engineering Utilities on Your Mobile Device

Thomson introduces EngineersCALC – a powerful and simple-to-use engineering calculator for mobile devices that provides ready access to four of the most common engineering utilities used by motion and machine design professionals. With EngineersCALC, iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android and Blackberry users can now convert a number from one set of units to another, calculate the inertia of a common shape, determine the density of a material in a particular unit, or look up a common trigonometric or calculus function. They can also quickly and easily save and share the calculations with built-in email and texting features.

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2011-04-21

Four New Technical Training Videos from Thomson Deliver Substantive Information on Key OEM Motion Control Topics

Thomson Industries, Inc. has expanded its Online Thomson Education Center with four new technical training videos to help machine builders properly select and apply industrial linear actuators, square rails, round rails, ball screws, gearheads, clutches and brakes.

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2011-04-20

Upcoming Webinar: Round vs Square Rail and the Configuration of Custom Shafting

What is the difference between Round and Square Rail? How do you know which one is more appropriate for a given application? How do you size them? Learn the basics of Linear Guide technology and how to size them for your next application. Get a guided tour through the new Thomson 60 Case Custom Shafting Configuration tool online.

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2011-04-12

Micron® AquaTRUE Planetary® Gearheads from Thomson Named 2011 Design News Magazine “Golden Mousetrap” Finalist

Micron® AquaTRUE Planetary® Gearheads from Thomson have been named a 2011 Golden Mousetrap finalist by the editors of Design News magazine. Micron AquaTRUE are 100% stainless steel planetary gearheads specifically designed to satisfy the demanding performance requirements of food, beverage and pharmaceutical handling, medical hygienic, packaging and dispensing applications, among others.

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2011-04-07

New Online Solution Center from Thomson Delivers Substantive Answers to Mechanical and Electromechanical Motion Questions

Thomson introduces the Solution Center – an online interactive knowledgebase that provides technically substantive answers to a broad range of questions on the selection, application, installation, maintenance and general use of motion components and systems. Machine builders and end-users can search for specific solutions, or browse questions and answers by technology category. If unable to find an answer to their question in the database, users can submit a question for a prompt, direct response from a member of the Thomson technical support team.

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2011-03-23

Upcoming Webinar - Sizing and Selection of Ball and Lead Screws

Ball and Lead screws are highly efficient mechanical devices for translating rotational motion to linear motion. They are able to apply or withstand high thrust loads with minimum internal friction. Innovative design engineers have learned that ball and lead screws can transform the most demanding industrial applications and provide the most effective actuation solution right drive for virtually every motion task and at a better price point than alternative technologies such as belts, cables, chain drives, and rollers.

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2011-03-16

New Micron® AquaTRUE Planetary® Gearheads Provide Robust Performance in Harsh Food/Beverage/Pharmaceutical Processing Environments

Thomson introduces Micron® AquaTRUE Planetary® Gearheads - the industry’s only 100% stainless steel gearheads specifically designed to satisfy the demanding performance requirements of food, beverage and pharmaceutical handling, packaging and dispensing applications. Micron AquaTRUE Planetary Gearheads feature 300 series Stainless Steel external housings for maximum corrosion resistance, and are IP67 protected to provide reliable operation and long life in environments subject to caustic cleaning chemicals and high pressure washdown. The external housing is also round with no external seams to eliminate the potential for bacteria collection or ingress, which would otherwise result in interior damage, compromised performance and shorten operating life.

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2011-03-03

New Thomson Food-Grade FluoroNyliner Bushing Bearings Are Engineered to Last in Harsh Washdown Environments

Thomson introduces Food Grade FluoroNyliner Bushing Bearings. Thomson Food Grade FluoroNyliner Bushing Bearings feature a non-magnetic 303 Stainless Steel corrosion resistant sleeve with a self lubricating liner that is FDA and USDA compliant, enabling them to excel in challenging food processing, pharmaceutical and medical applications. They are offered in Open and Closed types, with specific machining options available to satisfy unique application requirements.

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2011-09-21

Upcoming Webinar: AquaTRUE Planetary Gearheads - Solutions for wash-down and food processing applications

This is an invitation for you to register for a FREE informational webinar on Micron® Planetary Gearheads for the food, packaging, medical and pharmaceutical industry.

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2010-12-09

Upcoming Webinar: Profile Rail for Automation Applications

Learn about new options for Profile Rail in automation applications and be introduced to the newest product in the Thomson Profile Rail family, the 400 series Profile Rail. Register today to experience the latest in Profile Rail technology and see how it impacts design for automation applications.

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2010-11-09

New Thomson 400 Series Profile Rail Solution Delivers Optimized Performance in Automation Applications

Thomson introduces 400 Series Profile Rail Linear Guides, a cost-effective solution engineered to deliver accurate, reliable, and compliant linear motion in automation applications. The 400 Series is available in 4 meter lengths, in sizes from 15 – 45 mm in 5 mm increments, for extended joint-free rail transfer, even in smaller-sized applications. Double-faced ball track bearing arrangements allow for compliance to simplify installation, and enable equal load carrying capacity in all directions. The 400 Series is available with standard or ball cage carriages that use the same rail design.

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2010-10-29

Upcoming Webinar: Kollmorgen Motors & Micron Planetary Gearheads 101 - Basics for Design Engineers

Motors combined with planetary gearheads are a great way to make a higher performance, more compact and less expensive system due to their very high torque density. Designed for engineers of all experience levels, this informational webinar will introduce you to the basics of motors and planetary gearheads, explore the different features and technologies available!

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2010-10-27

Upcoming Webinar: Gearhead Solutions for Washdown Applications

Get a first-hand look at the new game-changing Planetary Gearhead solutions for washdown applications. Washdown and immersion concerns are a thing of the past. Learn how to incorporate the new gearhead technology into your application design while reducing design time and increasing design productivity with these informative tips.

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2010-10-19

2010 Guide to Motion Solutions for Clean Energy Applications now Available from Thomson

Thomson introduces the 2010 Guide to Motion Solutions for Clean Energy Applications. The guide reviews some of the most significant considerations that design engineers should take into account to maximize the reliability, accuracy and efficiency of their solar panel and wind energy machines, with specific information on the benefits that linear actuators, precision linear actuators and screw jacks can bring to these challenging applications.

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2010-10-15

Thomson Guide to Linear Actuators for Off Highway Applications Details Electrification Benefits for Construction Vehicles

Thomson has available a new Guide to Linear Actuators for Off Highway Vehicles. The guide provides an educational overview on the benefits of replacing hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and automating other vehicle functions with robust electric linear actuators. Thomson electric linear actuators are powerful enough to handle dynamic loads up to 9000 N (2000 lbf.), while delivering significant construction vehicle benefits such as automatically controlling engine speed, remotely operating safety locks, remotely lifting the hood or maintenance access panels, and remotely controlling spool valves.

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2010-10-04

Thomson Recognized as 2010 Control Design Reader’s Choice in Ball Screw/Lead Screw and Linear Actuator/Slide/Guide Categories

Thomson has been recognized by Control Design magazine as the 2010 Reader’s Choice for technology excellence in the Ball Screw/Lead Screw and Linear Actuator/Slide/Guide categories. Control Design magazine’s Reader’s Choice awards are the result of an unaided survey of subscribers who have authority to specify, recommend or purchase industrial automation and control products. Hardware and software categories are listed without any list of vendors, and participants are asked to indicate the single best vendor for the products he or she has experience with. Thomson received 22% of reader votes in the ball screw/lead screw category, and 8% in the linear actuator/slide/guide category.

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2010-09-24

Upcoming Webinar: Electrification of Steering Systems: Going From Hydraulic/Mechanical to Electromechanical

Reserve your spot today to attend a free seminar for design engineers to learn more about the benefits of using electric steering in an application design. Applications calling for steering capabilities have a number of significant factors for concern, namely safety, reliability, and equipment footprint. Register today to learn the advantages of an electric steering or steer by wire system and how the patented Torque Feedback Device from Deltran can help you create a safer, more reliable steering system.

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2010-09-07

New Ultra Light LinearRace® Shafting from Thomson Reduces System Weight While Providing Smoother Linear Motion

Thomson introduces Ultra Light Aluminum LinearRace® Shafting. 65% lighter than typical linear shafting, Ultra Light LinearRace Shafting delivers smoother and easier linear motion positioning, making it an attractive and cost effective shafting option in any number of plain bearing applications. This shafting is constructed of 6061-T6 aluminum with an HRC 70 hard anodized finish, and is available in Inch sizes ranging from 0.25 in. to 1.0 in. and in lengths up to 120 in. Metric sizes are available upon request, as are special machining options to satisfy unique application needs.

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2010-08-26

New Guide to Medical Motion, Optimized, Details Thomson Expertise and Technology to High-Precision Medical Applications

Thomson introduces Medical Motion Optimized - a new guide to high performance motion for medical applications. The guide provides an overview of the company’s motion expertise as applied in a vast array of high precision medical applications such as diagnostics/treatment, patient handling, rehabilitation equipment, and lab automation. Users will also find a helpful overview of Thomson motion technologies used in medical applications, including RoundRail Linear Bearings and Guides, profile rails, lead and ball screws, clutches and brakes, gearheads, linear actuators, precision linear actuators, and linear motion systems. Request a hard copy or download a PDF of the guide at http://literature.thomsonlinear.com.

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2010-08-19

Upcoming Webinar: Designing Cost out of Machines with Mechanical Components

You are invited to a free Thomson webinar - Designing Cost out of Machines with Mechanical Components. If you are interested in gaining a new perspective on engineering as well as gaining valuable insights into how to optimize your design process this webinar is for you. In this webinar you will learn how to: Reduce design time Reduce implementation/assembly time Reduce material costs Optimize your design for maximum value

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2010-07-22

Upcoming Webinar: Ball Screws 101 - A Webinar for Design Engineers

You are invited to attend a free Ball Screw seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to quickly design and specify ballscrew actuated linear motion systems, saving you time and optimizing your machine designs. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held in two sessions on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 10:00 am ET / 9:00 am CT and again at 3:00 pm ET / 2:00 pm CT.

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2010-07-21

The Limbs of Lumenhaus – Thomson and Kollmorgen Motion System Brings Virginia Tech’s Award Winning and Energy-Optimizing “Smart House” to Life

Lumenhaus - Virginia Tech University’s entry to the 2009 US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon and recent first place winner of the 2010 Solar Decathlon Europe – is an 800 square foot energy-optimized “smart” home that leverages an active system of motion controls from Thomson and Kollmorgen to minimize the overall HVAC load on the house.

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2010-06-23

Upcoming Webinar: Linear Bearings & Guides 101 - Basics for Design Engineers

Join us for a free Linear Bearings and Guides seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to quickly design and specify linear bearings and guides for linear motion systems, saving you time and optimizing your machine designs. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held in two sessions on Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. CST again at 2:00 p.m. EST / 1:00 p.m. CST.

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2010-05-12

Upcoming Webinar: Online Engineering Tools 101 - Technology for Design Engineers

You are invited to attend a free webinar for Design Engineers to learn how to use online engineering tools to optimize machine design and save time during the design process. This training will enable you to better understand the available tools - what they are, how to access them, and how to utilize them in your design process. Reserve your spot today for this live webinar being held in two sessions on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. EST / 9:00 a.m. CST again at 3:00 p.m. EST / 2:00 p.m. CST.

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2010-03-17

New Thomson Lead Screw, Ball Screw and Ball Spline Catalog also Details Company’s End Support Offering

Thomson is offering a new Lead Screw, Ball Screw and Ball Spline Catalog that details the company’s complete family of lead screws, inch and metric series ball screws, and ball splines, including all relevant product specifications and performance attributes. Updates to this latest version of the catalog include detailed information on the new Thomson family of inch, metric and ball spline end supports - complete, pre-assembled packages designed to facilitate quick and simple mounting of Thomson ball screw and ball spline assemblies, that are also very well suited as a cost-effective drop-in support replacement in certain ball screw applications.

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2010-03-05

Upcoming Webinar: Clutches & Brakes 201 - Basics for Design Engineers

If you've ever wondered about the difference between Genuine Wrap Spring or Friction Clutches and Brakes, this webinar is for you! Designed for engineers of all experience levels, this informational webinar will introduce you to the basics of Clutches and Brakes, explore the different features and technologies available, and examine various clutch and brake applications.

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2010-02-24

Identify the Ideal Electric Actuator for Your Application with New Industrial Linear Actuator Catalog from Thomson

Thomson has available a new Guide to Industrial Linear Actuators. The guide provides an overview on the types of applications that can most significantly benefit from electric actuation, as well as non-commercial information on the benefits of converting manual, hydraulic or pneumatic applications to electromechanical motion. The guide also details the company’s complete family of Electrak® AC and DC Electric Linear Actuators, Electrak Non-Driven Actuators, rotary actuators, actuator controls, and accessories and parts. Users will also find a helpful glossary of terms, and a simple five-step selection procedure to determine the optimum electric linear actuator for a given application.

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2010-02-18

Upcoming Webinar: True Planetary Gearheads 201

You are invited to attend a free Planetary Gearheads seminar for Design Engineers. This training will enable you to better understand the different types of planetary gearheads and how to quickly select the right gearhead for your motion control application saving you time and optimizing your machine designs.

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2009-12-04

Upcoming Webinar: Selection and Application of Lubricants for Linear Motion

Incorrect lubrication is the most common cause of premature failure in linear motion applications. Thomson is partnering with Machine Design magazine to present a webinar that addresses what continues to be one of the most misunderstood topics in mechanical application design - lubricants and lubrication.

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2009-11-05

Upcoming Webinar: Linear Bearings and Guides 301 - Advanced Applications

Join us for a free Advanced Linear Bearings and Guides seminar for Design Engineers. This training will cover application specific Linear Bearing and Guide concerns including design considerations, sizing, and selection.

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2009-11-03

Thomson RoundWay® Linear Roller Bearings Now Provide up to 20x Greater Load Capacity than Conventional Linear Ball Bearings

Thomson introduces the RW64-V RoundWay® Linear Roller Bearing. The newest and most robust member of the innovative RoundWay family, the RW64-V is a 4 in. version boasting a dynamic load capacity of 70,000 lbf (310,800 N) – more than 20x the load capacity of a conventional linear ball bearing, even at extreme operating temperatures (up to 500°F; 260°C) and speeds (up to 100 ft/s; 31 m/s).

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2009-09-29

New Thomson Website Designed to Help Machine Builders Quickly Configure the Optimum Linear Motion Solution for Their Application

Thomson introduces Thomsonlinear.com – a content rich site detailing the company’s comprehensive family of mechanical and electromechanical motion solutions, along with a vast array of helpful, time saving and performance optimizing design tools and educational/training resources. Visitors are also able to browse potential motion solutions by industry of interest. Each resource is provided to engineers streamline the design process and optimize the performance of their machine through quick specification of best in class components and systems.

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2009-09-08

New Thomson Profile Rail Linear Guides Catalog now Available

Thomson has available a new Profile Rail Linear Guides catalog. Users will find detailed information on features and benefits, options and accessories, performance attributes and specifications for the company’s next generation 500 Series Ball and Roller Profile Rail Linear Guides, ultra compact AccuMini Linear Ball Guides, MicroGuide Profile Rails and T-Series Profile Rails. The catalog also contains a 36 page profile rail engineering guide that includes educational information on sizing, selection and life load calculations, deflection vs. applied load, lubrication, bellow cover calculations, butt joint specifications and conversion factors.

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2009-08-27

Thomson Adds new 60 Case Machining and Supply Center to Service Eastern United States

Thomson has opened the new Northeast Machining Center for rapid delivery of genuine Thomson 60 Case™ Shafting. Located in Long Island, New York, the 10,000 sq. ft. Northeast Machining Center promises same and next day shipment of the highest quality stainless or carbon steel shafting available in the industry, in quantities up to 25 pieces. Larger quantities are available for same and next day shipping subject to availability. Full random lengths are available up to 202 in. in diameters up to 2 in. (50 mm), or shafting can be cut to customer specifications with no setup fees on cut-to-length and special machining orders. Thomson also has Midwest and West Coast Machining Centers for rapid delivery of genuine 60 Case Shafting throughout the United States.

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2009-08-15

Thomson Launches Micron MOTIONEERING® Web-Based Gearhead Sizing and Selection Tool

Thomson introduces Micron MOTIONEERING®, a new web-based sizing and selection tool for Micron TRUE Planetary™ Gearheads. Micron MOTIONEERING offers “Select by Model Number” or “Sizing and Selection” modes to deliver downloadable 2D and 3D models, expected life calculations, as well as pricing, ordering and delivery information to help machine builders quickly specify the right gearhead to satisfy specific application performance requirements. For users who need it fast, Micron MOTIONEERING also lists all of the size and ratio combinations that are available to ship within 24 hours via the Gearhead Express Program.

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2008-12-16

Additional Thomson Round Rail 3D Models Now Available for Download from DanaherMotion.com

Thomson, A Danaher Motion Company, has available new 3D models for their most popular Thomson Linear Ball Bushing® Bearing and Linear Specialty Bearing products. These configurable 3D CAD models are available for immediate download for Thomson Super Smart Ball Bushing Bearings and pillow blocks, Super Ball Bushing Bearings and pillow blocks, Precision Steel Ball Bushing Bearings and pillow blocks, as well as Roundway Linear Roller Bearings.

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2007-12-14

Thomson Super Ball Bushing® Bearings now available in Metric Sizes

Thomson Super Ball Bushing® bearings are now available in metric sizes 16, 20, 25, 30, 40 and 50mm. These precision bearings have a coefficient of friction as low as 0.001 that allows users to employ smaller and less expensive motors, belts, gears and ball screws when replacing high friction, plain bearings. Most Thomson Super Metric Ball Bushing bearings are available for same or next day delivery in North America and Europe. They are well suited for new applications, or as a drop-in replacement for existing applications, and are dimensionally interchangeable with competitive and legacy applications.

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2007-08-08

Linear Motioneering - A new web-based Sizing and Selection Tool

Danaher Motion introduces Linear MOTIONEERING® - a powerful web-based linear motion system sizing and selection tool that enables OEM and factory automation users to optimize machine design and operation in five simple steps. Linear MOTIONEERING walks users through a thorough, intuitive process for a slide table application to deliver all the data necessary to make a quick, logical system selection. Deliverables include immediate 3D CAD models in multiple formats, motor requirements, life and safety factor calculations, lead time and pricing information with options listed by price point, an automated email of the inquiry and quote documenting the application, and a single part number to order from that includes all specified options.

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2007-03-22

New Generation of Thomson Linear Actuators Reduce Costs in Tough Mobile Off-Highway Applications

“ElecTrak Pro Series linear actuators allow mobile off highway machine builders to build a better machine, faster. They bridge the gap between common linear actuators that can lack the robust performance demanded in tough mobile off highway (MOH) applications, and expensive precision linear actuators whose advanced operation and control options are attractive, but whose cost can leave MOH design engineers reaching for the hydraulics and pneumatics,” says Mark Maybee, Linear Actuator Business Unit Director. “OEM machine builders will benefit from a lower cost, easier to install, higher-performing solution that promises a significant advantage over the competition. End-users will benefit from improved control over critical machine operations, with superior accuracy and zero maintenance over the life of the machine, for significantly increased machine productivity,” he says.

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2005-12-23

Newly patented: Telescopic screw drive with direct drive for installation in confined spaces

The Danaher Motion Group has developed an innovative solution for installation in confined spaces where a relatively long stroke is required: the Direct Drive Telescope – or DDT for short. The DDT, which has just recently been patented, combines the full hydraulic cylinder operation with the advantages of an electrical direct drive. In addition to shallow installation with maximum stroke length and torque, it also offers a high dynamic response and easy installation. An extended rotor – part of the patent – picks up the linear movement of the drive spindle smoothly and without play, thus increasing the efficiency and precision of the solution.

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2005-10-01

New Profile Rail Linear Guides Catalog from Danaher Motion

Danaher Motion introduces their new Profile Rail Linear Guides catalog. This 120+ page resource guide details their complete line of 500 Series ball profile rail linear guides, 500 Series roller profile rail linear guides, and AccuMini ultra compact linear guides featuring high roll and superior patented ball control design.

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2005-09-01

RediMount™ System from Danaher Motion Now Standard on Thomson Positioning Tables

Danaher Motion announces that its RediMount™ motor mounting system is now a standard feature on all Thomson ball and lead screw driven positioning slides. The industry-unique RediMount™ system is a flexible tool that simplifies the integration of Thomson slides into automated assemblies. Customers who in the past ordered “non-standard” motor adapter blocks and couplings will now realize a significant cost savings and an average lead time reduction of 2 weeks.

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2003-12-18

Danaher Motion Offers a Complete Line of High Performance Actuators, Slides and Systems

Danaher Motion introduces a complete, best-in-class lineup of linear actuators, slides and systems. Available under the Thomson™ brand, the new line of actuators are segmented into four classifications.

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