AutomationDirect has added general-purpose AC drives to the IronHorse brand. These new VFDs support three control modes, including V/Hz, slip compensation, and sensorless vector, and come in various voltage and horsepower ratings at a very affordable price. The 230 VAC models can support AC motors up to 20hp with 230 VAC three-phase power and up…
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MAXXDRIVE industrial gear units from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are designed to handle heavy-duty applications such as bucket elevators, agitators, conveyor belt drives, mixers, mills, drums, crushers, and more. The product family is available in a parallel shaft design as well as a right-angle design. Constructed according to the UNICASE™ housing principle in which all bearings and seals…
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Dedicated educators guide personnel along a path of best practices and continuous learning. By: Jerad Heitzler and Todd Swinderman, Contributors Bulk handling belt conveyors are typically massive, powerful systems that can move tons of material per hour. They are essentially a giant elastic band, stretched tight and threaded through a maze of components then loaded…
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FOX IV Technologies will officially launch its new 6312 Label Printer-Applicator at Pack Expo International 2024. The 6312 is ideal for simple label print and apply applications, such as shipping labeling, as well as for small to medium size businesses looking to begin their automation journey. Designed to be an entry level label print and…
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High-volume belt conveyor systems are among the most hazardous pieces of equipment in any bulk handling operation. To control labor costs and improve safety, operators often enter servicing agreements with outside contractors to perform routine maintenance or to retrofit new equipment during a shutdown. Although outside contractors may be experienced, they often lack the proper…
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AutomationDirect has added the new SQ series table lifting systems from Ergoswiss. These lifting systems use electrically driven columns that allow the operator to reposition the height of a worktable, conveyor, etc., to meet their specific requirements. In doing so, the operator can perform their tasks in a more comfortable working posture, helping to reduce work-related…
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The performance requirements of lift tables in a production process are far greater than those of stand-alone lifts. To ensure maximum reliability and uptime in these production environments, Southworth has introduced a Production Ready package for many of their most popular models. By incorporating a series of options, upgrades and heavy-duty features, the Production Ready…
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NORD’s electronic control products offer a flexible, dynamic, and cost-effective solution to intelligently automate drive systems Electronic control products from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS are designed with flexible adaptation to any application and are quick to install, easy to operate, and compatible with all common bus systems and controllers. NORD offers AC vector drives for centralized operation…
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The global leader of belt conveyor accessories has announced the next generation of secondary conveyor belt cleaners engineered to reduce dusty carryback and lower maintenance time. Designed to withstand the stress of heavier loads carried on wider, thicker belts at higher speeds, the Martin® SQC2S™ Orion Secondary Cleaner features individually cushioned tungsten carbide blade cartridges…
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Easily handles loads of up to 50,000 pounds in high-speed, high-cycle environments PFlow Industries, the pioneer in vertical reciprocating conveyor (VRC) technology, highlights the F Series VRC, a 4-post mechanical vertical lift that can easily handle loads of up to 50,000 pounds or more in a wide range of material handling applications, including high-speed, high-cycle environments. The…
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