As demands for machine productivity increase, there is a growing interest in the use of fast-tool servos in motion control applications. These actuators have a very high bandwidth, but typically a … [Read more...] about Spectral Decomposition: Coordinated control of fast- and slow-tool servo actuators
Actuators
Comparing Efficiency and Capabilities of Hybrid Stepper Motor Actuators to Can Stack Stepper Motor Actuators
Occasionally we receive calls from customers wanting to know why our size 17 hybrid linear actuator with an input wattage rating of 7 watts has better performance than our 46000 can stack version with … [Read more...] about Comparing Efficiency and Capabilities of Hybrid Stepper Motor Actuators to Can Stack Stepper Motor Actuators
For Everything Between the Motor and Actuator
GAM's Linear Mount Products are a unique offering of gearboxes, couplings, and motor mount kits designed to mount directly to linear actuators. GAM also designs and manufactures all adapters to … [Read more...] about For Everything Between the Motor and Actuator
Electric Linear Actuators, Hydraulic Systems & Manual Operation: Important Criteria for Selecting Suitable Motion Technologies for OEM Applications
This whitepaper explains key considerations that impact the selection of motion devices for OEM designs. The suitability of electric linear actuators, hydraulics systems, and manual … [Read more...] about Electric Linear Actuators, Hydraulic Systems & Manual Operation: Important Criteria for Selecting Suitable Motion Technologies for OEM Applications
Debunking “conventional wisdom” in actuator Selection and Deployment
Understanding all the costs in pneumatic and electric actuators–and recognizing their very different capabilities–can save tens of thousands of dollars. It’s in the news. Everyone is talking about … [Read more...] about Debunking “conventional wisdom” in actuator Selection and Deployment