Damond Goodwin

1 day ago | control.com | Damond Goodwin

Baumer’s new EB260 is a compact, bearingless rotary encoder designed to meet the needs of manufacturers and integrators seeking durable, space-saving solutions for motion control and motor drive technology. With a shallow installation depth of 11 mm and compatibility with various shaft diameters, the EB260 supports straightforward integration into space-constrained designs. The EB260 encoder from Baumer fits into an area of only 11 mm, benefiting installations where space is limited.

1 week ago | control.com | Damond Goodwin

Oriental Motor has expanded its incremental rotary encoder series for compact motor applications where precise feedback is necessary. According to Oriental Motor, its rotary encoders, available in 30 mm and, most recently, 40 mm sizes, are engineered to deliver high resolution, environmental resistance, and flexibility for motion control systems operating in limited space environments. The expanded encoders have been optimized for use with Oriental Motor’s compact gear motors and stepper motors.

1 week ago | control.com | Damond Goodwin

Power supply specialist PULS has announced new additions to its PISA-M series of electronic circuit breakers. The new models, available with UL approval, will serve as an efficient solution for creating multiple low-power NEC Class 2 circuits from a single power source. PULS expects that its newest PISA-M series additions will help manufacturers and system integrators reduce costs, save space, and streamline system approvals.

2 weeks ago | control.com | Damond Goodwin

SEW-Eurodrive recently announced its latest IE5-rated energy-efficient electric motor, the DR2C. This IE5 rating for motors represents a jump in efficiency in electric motor technology, offering significantly lower energy losses than previous generations. As industries push for more sustainable and cost-effective solutions, these ultra-efficient motors may become a good choice for conveyors, robotics, and automated production lines.

2 weeks ago | control.com | Damond Goodwin

Compressed air is often the most expensive form of energy consumed in industrial settings. This means that reducing compressed air consumption can have lasting benefits for manufacturing and automation industries. Festo has taken this into account and created a new digital closed-loop control system for pneumatic systems. The result is a control strategy designed to deliver precise movement, dynamic response, and increased energy efficiency.