maxon Group has released a new speed and current controller for micromotors that optimises control precision. The new ESCON2 controller, for brushed DC and brushless DC motors up to 1,800W continuous duty, is designed for OEM integration into customer systems. ESCON2 enhances control with features including field-oriented control (FOC) as well as acceleration and velocity feed forward.

ABB believes it has achieved another world first for its IE5 SynRM (synchronous reluctance motor) series with the launch of a new version that combines the benefits of ultra-premium energy efficiency with highly effective liquid cooling. ABB says the new design sets a new benchmark for high power output and reliability in a compact footprint.

Getting measurements from a turning shaft requires some engineering ingenuity, but it can be a key means of finding the amount of power in a drive system, since driveshafts deliver power as a rotary force. Tony Ingham from Sensor Technology runs through the basics, with ten top torque tips.

The new XTV terminal block family is the first product family with the new Push-X connection technology from Phoenix Contact. Compared to the existing Push-in connection technology, Push-X serves all conductor types in direct wiring without exception.

Drive technology and polymer specialist igus has now developed a dual drive stepper motor for its drylin linear axes, that excels for its versatility and performance.

To ensure a machine build and integration that enables safe and reliable operation, there are a number of key design considerations that OEM engineers need to consider when specifying a position sensor, as Gerard Bush, engineer at motion specialist INMOCO, explains.

The industrial sector is rapidly embracing digital transformation with increased awareness about resource optimisation, which is driving up the demand for reliable x86 IPCs as edge devices to interface with the industrial IoT application platforms and accelerate the deployment of Industry 4.0-enabled solutions. Moxa is meeting this need with a new family of IPCs.

Developing and integrating control panels or HMIs in machines for the food processing industry requires specialist knowledge, innovative design and production methods. SCHURTER develops and produces customised control panels that meet the highest requirements in the food sector.

Reliably measuring the distance to metallic targets with micrometre precision no longer requires expensive measuring systems, thanks to the P|Prox range of inductive sensors from ifm electronic.

Boston Gear says the NSF-certified SS700 Gen2 stainless steel speed reducer is an evolution of its first-generation series that has served the food and beverage industry for over 10 years, and is designed with new features sourced directly from customers’ feedback on the widely popular first-generation series.