Z-Theta System integrates linear and rotary axes.

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Customizable and adaptable to design requirements, Z-Theta system achieves rotary axis and linear axis in single unit that, when operated in coordinated motion, can effectively create a helical motion path. System can also be used to move to defined linear positions and then perform independent rotary moves. Based on Kerk ScrewRail®, design leverages Haydon and Pittman motor technology for linear and rotary power. Loads up to 100 lb and speeds in >10 ips are possible.



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Catalyst Motion Group Develops Z-Theta System Capability



WATERBURY, CT – Catalyst Motion GroupTM, a Haydon Kerk motion system integrator, has created a Z-Theta system capability utilizing in-house branded products.  Z-Theta systems offer a compact and effective package to achieve a rotary axis and a linear axis in a single unit, that when operated in coordinated motion can effectively create a helical motion path.



Z-Theta systems also can be used to move to defined linear positions, and then perform independent rotary moves.  The Kerk brand ScrewRail® is the centerpiece of this development, with the linear and rotary power being supplied by Haydon and Pittman motor technology.



Z-Theta systems lend themselves well to picker type applications in automated kiosks, data storage libraries, and other repetitive motion tasks requiring both a linear and a rotary move.  Loads of up to 100 pounds and speeds in excess of 10 inches/second are possible.



The Catalyst Motion Group Z-Theta solution is fully customizable and adaptable to a broad range of specific design requirements, providing an innovative and effective solution.



Information on Catalyst Motion Group can be found on its website: www.catalystmotiongroup.com.  For help with a specific application, users should call 1-203-725-3852  email info.catalyst@ametek.com or contact: Catalyst Motion Group, 1500 Meriden Road, Waterbury, CT 06705. Phone: 203-725-3852 Fax: 203-756-8724



About Catalyst Motion Group

Catalyst Motion GroupTM is a brand of the AMETEK® Precision Motion Control division. It offers high- precision linear motion systems at all levels of sophistication and integration, providing all necessary mechanical, electrical and software supply and support. Its expertise includes single-axis and multiple-axis systems using either Haydon, Kerk, Pittman or Dunkermotoren components as well as components custom designed to client specifications. It brings together the resources and support of a global corporation, while providing its customers with the individual attention offered by a small, focused and strategically aligned group from the single point contact.



AMETEK Precision Motion Control is a division of AMETEK, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of $4.0 billion.

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