A touch of classSave around 30% in application programming time using the new Trio UniPLAY touch-screen panelsClick here to learn more...

Price drop on high performance drivesThe new SE edition ARS 2000 with Ethernet and USB interface, STO safety functionality and four times peak current capability.Click here to learn more...

Dictionary: What is Jerk Limitation?"Jerk Limitation is a function of a position controller" and "This leads to smoother motion and allows faster and more accurate travel" are extracts from the Dictionary of Electrical Drive Technology, published by Festo. Why not request a free copy?Click here to learn more...

Factfile: when are Steppers better than Servos?Despite many claims to the contrary servo motors do not necessarily provide the best performance on every application.Click here to learn more...

New test and programming unit for sensors has WIFI web interfaceLenord + Bauer has launched a new test and programming unit, the GEL 211, for the MiniCODER comfort and plus series' with WIFI web interfaceClick here to learn more...

End of Support for LTi's MC 6000 and 7000 drives

LTi have announced that support for the obsolete MC 6000 and MC 7000 series drives will cease at the end of 2014.

Any customers still operating these drives should contact us for options...

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What do the modern 4 to 20mA loop and a pneumatic control system have in common?The 4 to 20mA loop is currently the most common signal standard in modern use, but inherent within it is the ratio of 1:5 that is present even in pneumatic control systems.Click here to learn more...

Alan Turing’s codebreaking machine voted engineers’ favourite artefactEngineers were asked to vote for their favourite recipient of an Engineering Heritage Award, ahead of the 30th anniversary of the Awards scheme and the presentation in October 2014.Click here to learn more...

Time to ditch 'urban myth' about British Manufacturing says EEFClick here to learn more...

Economy Drive - a spotlight on LTi's CDE drives

Not all applications need high-end drive controllers with features like simultaneous position measurement systems, super high resolution...

In these instances LTi’s range of CDE drives is the perfect solution.

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Engineering Tip: Motor MaintenanceWhen replacing brushless servo motors, or when disconnecting them as part of routine maintenance, it's important to make a note of the exact motor phase connections at the drive and motor.Click here to learn more...

Why independents may offer the best servo and automation solutionsThere are plenty of reasons why smaller, independent suppliers of automation equipment may offer better service, provide more cost-effective solutions, cut costs, and even supply components that are better suited to a customer's application than the big manufacturers.Click here to learn more...

New Drives and Motors Help Cut System CostsLAM Technologies’ wide range of micro-stepping drives and stepper motors provide high-performance with cost saving features.Click here to learn more...

Stepper drives now with AC inputLAM Technologies have further enhanced their micro-stepping drive range enabling connection direct to the AC output of a suitable transformer.Click here to learn more...

A note of caution when repairing motorsTypically motor repairs are for mechanical damage like worn bearings, faulty holding brakes, or a burnt-out winding. But only specialist repairers will be able to carry out a full functional test of the servo motor.Click here to learn more...