Category: Linear Guides
Reducing Frictional Resistance in Linear Guides
Linear guides are specified in applications, such as robotics, medical equipment, imaging devices, 3D printers and CNC machines, where it is essential that the device provides straight, linear motion that is as smooth and precise as possible. To achieve the necessary level of fluent motion, the selected linear guide should feature low-friction materials and designs […]
Linear Guides Provide High Speed and Accuracy in Automation
Automated manufacturing systems, such as robots, material handling equipment and CNC machines, demand high-speed linear motion that is accurate and repeatable. Linear guides are being selected with more frequency in these applications as these devices are designed to provide precise and reliable motion in high-speed industrial equipment that demands rugged and robust straight-line motion control […]
Linear Guides Support Food and Beverage Production
Food and beverage production comes with a unique set of challenges. Like other manufacturers, food and beverage processors must not only operate with high levels of efficiency, but also their equipment must be reliable enough to withstand harsh environments, heavy loads and high-speed production. To improve production line efficiency, many participants in the food and […]
Linear Guideways Enhance Modern Medical Equipment
In the healthcare industry, precise and reliable equipment is essential for the greatest level of patient care. This means motion control components used within medical devices must provide reliable operation, while also supporting accurate, smooth and quiet motion. This can make selection of motion control components for medical device design tricky, especially in applications where […]
Linear Guideways Keep Loads on Track
If a motion control application needs a way to precisely guide, support and carry a load in a straight line, chances are a linear guideway may be required, as these high-quality devices are designed to provide smooth, low-friction movement in applications that require highly precise, linear movement. Linear guideways generally comprise a stationary linear rail […]
A “Straight” Forward Reference on Linear Guides
Linear guides are mechanical systems used to support and carry loads, while also ensuring straight and level linear movement of components within a wide variety of devices and machinery. While there are many types of linear guides, the goal of any linear guide system is the same: to provide smooth, low-friction motion in applications that […]