ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc.
Fort Smith, AR 72901
Programmable IP65-Rated HMI Panel features backlit LCD.
Compact KPD202-501 operator panel includes 6 programmable function keys, 15 keys for input of numeric values, and 4 pairs of keys suited for functions such as jogging individual machine axes. Backlit, 4-line x 20 char LCD is also integrated. Requiring 24 Vdc power feed, unit has CANopen port, which offers choice of D-type and RJ45 plug-in connectors, and user-selectable RS232/485 serial port....
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Smart Ethernet Drives are compatible with Powerlink standard.
Available in power ratings up to 33.5 A, MicroFlex e100 and MotiFlex e100 single- and 3-phase drives can control rotary and linear servo motors, linear motors, and closed-loop vector motors. Embedded Mint Lite capability supports basic motion programming requirements including performing relative and absolute moves, S-ramp profiles, jog and homing movements, and reacting to real-time trigger...
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Brushless Motors/Controls suit adjustable speed applications.
Available with standard NEMA face/foot mount, BSM25C and BSM33C Motors range from Ã-¼-3 hp. BMC Series controls, using standard 115/208/230 Vac, require no programming and provide tight speed regulation of better than 0.5%. Units use industry standard input command of Ã-
Read More »High Speed Carpet Sample Machine Uses Powerlink Industrial Ethernet for Real-Time Multi-Axis Motion Control
* cuts sample production time from days to minutes Warragul, Australia, March 17, 2009- Modra Technology, the specialist manufacturer of carpet sample machines, has chosen to base the motion control system for its innovative Mtuft range of machines on Powerlink technology from Baldor Electric Company (NYSE: BEZ). By using this deterministic networking technology for real-time multi-axis...
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Belt Sander/Grinder provides motor speed of 3,600 rpm.
Providing over 5,000 fpm of belt speed, Belt Sander/Grinder 602E-MT has front contact wheel that can be used to grind, sand, shape, and polish flat and curved surfaces with smooth, fast cutting and less heat. Unit's 2 x 36 in. belt can be swiveled vertically or into any other position, while it's miter table tilts from 5-50-° downward. Unit is supplied with 100 grit sand belt, 6 in. 0.014 ga...
Read More »Reducer is designed for high-torque applications.
Designed to meet or exceed AGMA and international standards, Dodge MagnaGear XTR is available with parallel shaft or right-angle configurations and torque capacities to 920,000 lb-in. Modular design allows for multiple mounting configurations and can be used with various soft start mechanisms. Constructed of heavy-duty cast iron, product features carburized, hardened, and precision ground...
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Ethernet-Compatible Powerlink Control Technology Simplifies and Speeds Design for Innovative Tube-Bending Production Cell
o technology helps to reduce footprint, and cut programming time to just 2 weeks Fort Smith AR, January 24, 2008 --- Ethernet-compatible Powerlink motion and machine control hardware is at the heart of an innovative new automatic cell for manufacturing tubular automotive parts, developed by Unison. The Powerlink system controls four axes of motion, plus the I/O needed for the continuous operation...
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Vector Drive Line includes two adjustable speed AC units.
V*S Drive line consists of Models VS1SP sensorless vector drive and VS1GV closed loop vector drive that include 115 Vac models with up to 3 hp, 230 Vac models with up to 60 hp, and 460 and 575 V models with up to 125 hp. Ranging from Ã-½ to 10 hp, V*S1 microdrives assure consistent motor control through range of voltages, horsepowers, and enclosure types. Suited for pump and fan industry,...
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Baldor Announces Generator Modexpress Program
Baldor Electric Company, Fort Smith, Arkansas based manufacturer of energy saving industrial electric motors, drives, power transmission products and generators, announces a new Generator ModExpress Program designed to save time provide better customer service, and save cost. The new semi-custom design program is an ideal solution for large rental chains or large city government fleets where...
Read More »Software offers tools to meet machine design challenges.
Designed for motion and machine automation, Windows-based Mint WorkBench Toolsuite includes debugging facilities such as breakpoints, single-step program execution, and watch facilities that track value of variables. Hover Over feature allows engineers to see how variable or task is declared, or value of variable while program is running by positioning cursor on program line. Virtual motion...
Read More »ABB Introduces Drive Exchange Service Offering to Minimize Unplanned Downtime
FT. Smith, Arkansas, June 15, 2021 Exchange service offering enables end users to get up and running rapidly ABB’s Drives Service team reduces the impact of unplanned downtime with the Drive Exchange Service offering. Utilizing real-time inventory and a dedicated Exchange program team, ABB can ship a replacement unit within 24 hours of a purchase order receipt. The ABB Drives Exchange Service...
Read More »ABB Demonstrates Concept of Mobile Laboratory Robot for Hospital of the Future
Mobile and autonomous YuMi® laboratory robot will be designed to work alongside medical staff and lab workers New robotics technologies will be developed in ABB’s first global healthcare research hub at Texas Medical Center (TMC) Innovation Institute in Houston Global market estimated to reach nearly 60,000 non-surgical medical robots by 2025, almost quadrupling since 2018 ABB today opened its...
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Dodge® Raptor Coupling Now Available in Three Larger Sizes
The Dodge Raptor coupling epitomizes the innovation and value that has made Baldor a world leader in industrial electric motors. For almost 100 years Baldor has been the go-to source for industries across the globe. The Raptor coupling is just one example of our dedication to engineered excellence and commitment to providing value and performance. See our video to learn more.
Read More »Baldor Introduces Passport Selection Tool for Baldor-Dodge-® Products
Media Contact: Jodi Ware Sr. Marketing Communications Manager Jodi.Ware@baldor.abb.com O: 864-281-2110 / C: 864-373-1199 Baldor introduces Passport selection tool for Baldor-DodgeÃ-® products Fort Smith, Ark., October 4, 2016 - Baldor Electric Company introduces Passport, a new selection program for Baldor-Dodge mechanical power transmission products. Passport is a web-based tool utilizing an...
Read More »Baldor Electric Co. Names Waite Motor Product Management Director
August 5, 2016 - Fort Smith, Ark. – Baldor Electric Co. recently named Ryan Waite director of motor product management for its global NEMAÃ-® motor business. Waite is responsible for the rapid global growth of Baldor•RelianceÃ-® motors sales as well as implementing the strategic vision for the business. Waite joined Baldor in 1990 and has experience in operations, engineering and...
Read More »Baldor Electric Company's Fort Smith Employees Achieve Arkansas State Safety Record
June 21, 2016; Fort Smith, Ark. - On May 10, 2016, the Baldor employees of the Fort Smith motor plant completed 15 million hours without a lost-time accident. They have been working toward this achievement since August 26, 2010. During a recognition ceremony held June 16 on the Fort Smith campus, Leon Jones, Jr., director of the Arkansas Department of Labor, presented a plaque to a member of the...
Read More »Safety Culture is Key at Baldor Electric's Belton Facility
June 3, 2016 - We are proud to announce the Baldor Electric Company gearbox manufacturing plant located in Belton, South Carolina, recently completed 18 years without a lost time accident, and the employees have worked 1 year without any recordable accidents. Recently the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation recognized the facility as a 2016 Palmetto Shining Star recipient...
Read More »Baldor Electric Appoints Myla Petree to Director - Strategic Program Management
Fort Smith, Ark. –Ã- Baldor Electric Company recently appointed Myla Petree to the newly created position of Director – Strategic Program Management. In this role, she and a recently formed team of project managers will be responsible for organizing, driving and successfully implementing key projects across a variety of Baldor locations and products, creating value for the company and its...
Read More »Baldor Electric Company Promotes Ryan Fitts to Director of Quality
Fort Smith, Ark.Ã- - Baldor Electric Company recently promoted Ryan Fitts to Director of Quality. In this role, he will be responsible for leading and directing Baldor's Corporate Quality program with a focus on addressing customer concerns, particularly around lead times, on-time delivery and root causes of product quality issues. Ryan's customer focus and his understanding of problem...
Read More »Baldor Electric Company Earns Governor's Top Quality Award
Fort Smith, Ark. – Baldor Electric Company was honored this week to receive the Arkansas Governor’s Quality Award for Performance Excellence from Governor Mike Beebe during the 20th Annual Awards Celebration in Little Rock, Arkansas. The award is the highest level available in the quality program organized by the Arkansas Institute for Performance Excellence. Ron Tucker, Chief Executive...
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