Q&A: Severe duty vs explosion-proof — How to spec the right motor
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Q&A: Severe duty vs explosion-proof — How to spec the right motor

Q&A: Severe duty vs explosion-proof — How to spec the right motor

ABB’s Oscar Palafox explains how hazardous-location ratings, enclosure design and surface temperature separate explosion-proof motors from severe-duty motors. Read more →

Ensure perfect timing belt and pulley fit — one source

Stock Drive Products & Sterling Instrument — SDP/SI

Ensure perfect timing belt and pulley fit — one source

Simplify sourcing and achieve a precise fit with SDP/SI timing belts and pulleys, engineered for reliable performance in precision applications. Explore all the timing belt and pulley options.
 

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Precise 5-axis pull clamps with clear tool access

Imao-Fixtureworks

Precise 5-axis pull clamps with clear tool access

The Modular Pull Clamping System is a precision workholding system for 5-axis machining with 5 micron locating repeatability. Position and clamp with consistent accuracy in one operation.
 

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Guide: How to select the ideal electric actuator in the water and wastewater industry

Guide: How to select the ideal electric actuator in the water and wastewater industry

These components must endure high water pressures, flow velocities and environmental exposures such as sunlight, wind, saltwater, rain, snow, sediments and chemicals. Read more →

New gear-type metering pump delivers precision paint dosing

New gear-type metering pump delivers precision paint dosing

The EcoPump GW iD series was designed for industrial coating applications requiring precise volumetric delivery of consistent coating quantities. Read more →

Cryogenic Epoxy Offers Electrical and Thermal Insulation

Master Bond, Inc.

Cryogenic epoxy offers electrical and thermal insulation

Master Bond EP29LPSPND-3 is an electrically non-conductive and thermally insulative adhesive that can be used for bonding and sealing in cryogenic applications.
 

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Heavy-duty performance with the SMITH® HR Series

Accurate Bushing Company, Inc.

Heavy-duty performance with the SMITH® HR Series

Designed for demanding applications, SMITH® HR Series heavy stud cam followers are engineered with a larger-diameter stud and increased rigidity to help reduce deflection under high loads and shock.
 

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Video: Chinese robot hand pushes boundaries with stunning embroidery skills

Video: Chinese robot hand pushes boundaries with stunning embroidery skills

The system coordinated its fingers to manipulate the delicate strands while keeping the silk taut enough for embroidery. Read more →

Frames can move. So can the track.

Modern Linear Incorporated

Frames can move. So can the track.

Machine frames shift over time. Slots let you re-square the track and re-tighten instead of drilling new holes.
 

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AlN heater modules

Suntech Applied Materials (Hefei) Co.,Ltd

AlN heater modules

High-performance AlN ceramic heaters deliver ultra-fast, uniform heating for semiconductor, die bonding, and medical applications.
 

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