Category: Automation
How Do Electric Actuators Compare To Other Types (Price & Performance)
How exactly does an electric actuator compare to other types of actuators? Many people believe that pneumatic actuators are simply cheaper, so that is the best option for their application. In some cases, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Electric actuators are more efficient in some cases. This means the actuator performs better and […]
What Are The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Using Electric Actuators?
Choosing between electric actuators and other varieties can be difficult. Each type of actuator has its own advantages and disadvantages. Even more, one type of actuation is seldom a replacement for another. Generally, applications will greatly benefit from one type of actuation over all the others. To make this choice a bit easier for you, […]
How Does An Electric Actuator Work?
Electric actuators pair with motors and drives to create linear or rotary motion. These parts work together to create kinetic motion out of electricity similar to how compressed air or oil creates linear motion with pneumatic cylinders. However, the question remains. How exactly do electric actuators work? In this blog post, we are going to […]
Air Preparation Basics
Compressed air contains contaminants and moisture which can cause premature wear and tool damage in pneumatic systems. Air preparation equipment (filters, regulators, and lubricators) should be used to maximize the efficiency and service life of these systems. Find out more about air preparation basics and equipment below. Filters Filters typically come “first” when building air […]
What Is Electric Motion
Electricity is a relatively new player in the actuation market. Where hydraulic and pneumatic motion has existed for centuries and came into prominence in the early 20th century, electric motion only started to develop at the onset of our modern technological era. How Electric Actuators Work Electric actuators most commonly pair with motors to provide […]
5 Industries that Could Benefit the Most from Automation
Automation is here to stay and make production faster and processes more efficient for all. While its impact is widespread across a variety of industries, there are a few that will experience incredible growth from effective automation integration and the proper implementation of all equipment and parts. These industries are evolving rapidly thanks to the […]
How Will The Automation Industry Change In The Next 10 Years?
Automation helps manufacturers cut costs, improve quality, and expand capacity. Until recently though, cost, complexity and lack of flexibility have put it out of reach for smaller businesses. That is starting to change as the automation industry adopts new technologies and new ways of thinking about manufacturing. Independent forecasts, like that from Fortune Business Insights, […]
What Is Hydraulic Motion?
Hydraulic motion is a trusted standby technology in the mechanical world. From lifting transit vehicles to operating mining equipment, hydraulics provide the necessary power to drive heavy duty applications worldwide. But what makes hydraulic motion possible? How does it work, and how is it so robust compared to other power sources? Fluid Pressure Like pneumatics, […]
The Different Types of Actuation
From start to finish, the manufacturing process is always in motion, and most of that motion is powered by one of the three common types of actuation: pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic actuators. What differentiates these power sources, and why should you use one over another? Hydraulic One type of actuation is hydraulic. Hydraulic actuators utilize […]
How Often Does An Industrial Conveyor Belt Require Service?
Conveyor belts can be used for a variety of industrial purposes. While there are many use cases due to their flexibility, it’s important to ensure you’re keeping your system well maintained to ensure its longevity and reliability. Industrial Conveyor belts are among the most often used pieces of equipment, so the best way to prevent […]