Machine Building

Machine Building

Analogue meets flexibility in the AM 821 module from SIGMATEK

Analogue meets flexibility in the AM 821 module from SIGMATEK

The AM 821 analogue mixing module from the SIGMATEK S-DIAS series combines eight analogue differential inputs with 16-bit resolution and two analogue outputs, each in the range of 0-10 volts.

21st May 2026

Kollmorgen Introduces New Controller and High-Voltage Capability in its Essentials Portfolio

Kollmorgen Introduces New Controller and High-Voltage Capability in its Essentials Portfolio

Kollmorgen Corporation announces the expansion of the Kollmorgen Essentials portfolio with the addition of the PCMM2G Essentials controller and new high-voltage drive capability up to 4 kW. Together, these additions extend the Essentials advantage to support a broader range of industrial applications and motion requirements.

18th May 2026

Trio presents Motion-PLC at SPS Italia to reduce complexity and cost of machine development

Trio presents Motion-PLC at SPS Italia to reduce complexity and cost of machine development

Trio Motion Technology is presenting Motion-PLC at SPS Italia, the new controller that provides advanced motion control with the functionality and simplicity of a PLC.

8th May 2026

D-bore couplings for secure torque transmission on D-shafts

D-bore couplings for secure torque transmission on D-shafts

Ruland has introduced D-bore couplings designed to engage directly with D-profile shafting to prevent slippage in critical motion-control applications such as semiconductor equipment, medical devices, and factory or warehouse automation systems.

7th May 2026

Compact safety coupling for high disengagement torques

Compact safety coupling for high disengagement torques

The SKB safety coupling from JAKOB Antriebstechnik delivers high power density, precise disengagement mechanism and versatile applications in modern mechanical engineering.

7th May 2026

From software to a machine vision framework

From software to a machine vision framework

The new version of the machine vision software MVTec MERLIC 26.03 is now more than pure machine vision software. The software rather functions as a comprehensive machine vision framework. As a result, users benefit from numerous new possibilities, features, and advantages.

6th May 2026

Tolomatic increases electric linear actuator force to 445 kN

Tolomatic increases electric linear actuator force to 445 kN

Tolomatic has extended the force of its electric linear actuators, now taking on applications previously possible only with hydraulic technology. The brand's new RSX50, distributed in the UK by INMOCO, can achieve force of 445 kN (100,000 lbf), pushing the boundaries of electro-mechanical actuation and providing a more precise and reliable alternative to hydraulic cylinders.

6th May 2026

Apex Dynamics delivers quality, low backlash and accuracy for Reekie Machining

Apex Dynamics delivers quality, low backlash and accuracy for Reekie Machining

Apex Dynamics has delivered the quality, accuracy and low backlash required by Reekie Machining for an adjustable modular machine used for in-situ milling and machining. The project used planetary gearboxes and a rack and pinion system from gearbox specialist Apex Dynamics to create a CNC machine capable of high precision operation across a large area.

6th May 2026

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