ADLINK Technology Inc.
Irvine, CA 92618
Nov 03, 2009 Model PCI-8253, 3-axis, and PCI-8256, 6-axis DSP-based servo motion controllers provide ±10 V analog motion control, PID plus feed-forward algorithm, and 20 MHz encoder input frequency. Units feature high-speed position comparison and trigger output speed of up to 1 MHz. They include motion functions such as multiple dimension interpolation and high-speed position comparison. Integrated point table supports over 5,000 points for each axis, suitable for contouring applications.

Omron Electronics, LLC
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Oct 28, 2009 Integrating with CJ-Series PLCs, Trajexia CJ1W-MCH72 Module can operate up to 14 tasks simultaneously and control up to 30 axes over MECHATROLINK-II Motion bus with independent position, speed, or torque control for every axis. Each axis can run complex interpolated moves, e-cams, and e-gearboxes. Module includes digital I/Os, MECHATROLINK-II master connection, and serial port for external encoder input. Selectable cycle time, from 0.5-4 ms, enables individual response to servos and AC drives.

Advanced Micro Controls, Inc.
Terryville, CT 06786
Oct 28, 2009 Able to plug directly into MicroLogix 1100/1200/1400 PLC, 3100 series X-Y axis motion control modules provide encoder feedback in addition to range of motion commands to satisfy simple to sophisticated application requirements. Both 3102 and 3102i are programmable using RSLogix 500 software. Linear and Circular interpolation, exclusive to 3102i module, enable sophisticated motion control. Model 3102 can control servo and/or stepper drives with step/direction input.

Trio Motion Technology Ltd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Oct 26, 2009 With SERCOS II digital drive interface, MC464 Motion Coordinator allows OEMS and automation system integrators to benefit from 64-bit multi-axis motion and machine control. Module sends and receives 32-bit control and feedback values for up to 16 axes at selectable data rates up to 16 MHz with servo cycle period down to 250 µs. As bus master, MC464 can accommodate 4 SERCOS modules, providing synchronization for up to 64 axes, with max fluctuation in accuracy of less than 1 µs.

TECHNOSOFT S.A.
Bevaix CH-2022  Switzerland
Oct 16, 2009 Model PIM3605 pluggable minidrive controls brushless, DC, linear, or step motors up to 180 W continuous and 600 W peak power and runs complex motions without requiring external controller. Movement sequences can be programmed directly on drive, while system control functions are handled from supervising PC or PLC. Motion modes as contouring, profiling, gearing, electronic camming or PVT can be executed in stand-alone or multi-axis configurations.

New Scale Technologies
Victor, NY 14534
Oct 16, 2009 Custom auto focus modules accept standard M6-M12 threaded lens assemblies and feature digital (USB or I²C) as well as analog 0-3.3 V motion interfaces. Lens motion module uses SQUIGGLE® motor, TRACKERT position sensor, and integrated electronics to provide high-resolution, closed-loop control. Stroke is greater than 2 mm, velocity is rated to 7 mm/s, and respective values for position resolution and repeatability are 0.5 and 2 µm.

Advanced Micro Controls, Inc.
Terryville, CT 06786
Oct 16, 2009 Designed to bring linear displacement transducer (LDT) position sensor data into Allen-Bradley's ControlLogix PLC, 7252 LDT Interface Module can directly interface to 2 magnetostrictive sensors with PWM, control pulse, or start/stop signals. If required, module can use coordinated system time to generate interpolated position data value for high-speed applications. Latch inputs capture position data value, while onboard diagnostics monitor and report errors.

Guden, H. A., Co., Inc.
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Sep 29, 2009 Allowing instant access to cabinet interior, Slip Joints comes in various sizes from 1 ½ to 3 in. long and 1 7/16 to 3 in. open width, with either blank leaves or standard hole patterns. Offering alternative to continuous, butt, or slip hinges, Weld-On Hinges have no leaves or fasteners to remove. They come in 12 sizes with options for fixed pin, fixed pin with grease fitting, or removable pin. All removable hinges are available in stainless, steel, and aluminum.

Brown Machine LLC
Beaverton, MI 48612-0434
Sep 11, 2009 Optimized for visualization, discrete/servo motion, temperature control, and machine safety, thermoforming machine control utilizes Allen-Bradley industrial PC with Windows OS for menu-based color displays and graphics that guide operators and maintenance personnel through all functions. Scalable system also leverages National Instruments' Lookout Software for management of HMI communication, while PC provides virtually unlimited storage of product recipes, trending, and SPC data.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
Aug 31, 2009 Intended for piezo-based steering and stabilization mirror platforms, E-616 multi-axis controllers are offered in 4 open and closed-loop models as bench-top and OEM module versions. Closed-loop units contain 2 servo controllers, sensor circuit channels, and 3 power amplifiers that provide up to 10 W peak power. Internal coordinate transformation simplifies control of parallel kinematics designs, while front and rear panel connections facilitate integration, setup, and operation.

National Instruments Corp.
Austin, TX 78759-3504
Aug 20, 2009 LabVIEW NI SoftMotion Module facilitates development of single- and multi-axis motion applications, while NI C Series modules expand connectivity of CompactRIO PAC platform to hundreds of servo and stepper drives from NI and third-party vendors. Both products combine usability and I/O capabilities of LabVIEW graphical programming with customization and synchronization benefits of FPGA-based CompactRIO hardware to deliver platform for developing advanced motion applications.

Advantech Automation Corp.
Cincinnati, OH 45240
Aug 03, 2009 Suited for general machine automation and testing, PEC-3240 offers variety of motion control functions, such as 2/3-axis linear, 2-axis circular interpolation, continuous interpolation, T/S-curve speed profile, and position limit detection. It features 4-axis motion control, 32-channel isolated digital I/O, and operates in temperatures from -10 to 65°C. Fanless and diskless with no internal cabling, compact device is vibration resistant and measures only 244 x 152 x 59 mm.

ACS Motion Control
Plymouth, MN 55447
Jul 23, 2009 Model MC4U includes motion controller, drives, power supplies, and high-speed PLC in 9, 11, and 19 in. units. It can directly drive up to 8 coordinated axes, with network extension capability of 64 additional network nodes for up to 72 axes. Integrated universal amps can directly drive any stepper, DC brush/brushless, or AC induction motor from 100 W to 5 kW with standard digital quadrature or analog sin/cos encoder. Dedicated servo processors provide real-time control of each axis.

Performance Motion Devices, Inc.
Lincoln, MA 01773
Jul 10, 2009 Prodigy/CME PCI card enables machine designers to download and run motion programs directly on card. Supporting multiple motor types, it provides selectable profile modes including S-curve, trapezoidal, velocity contouring, and electronic gearing. Unit includes servo loop compensation as well as C-Motion® source code library of motion commands that stores/runs downloaded motion control code on card. Card is available in 1, 2, 3, and 4 axis versions with user selectable motor type.

Automation Devices, Inc.
Fairview, PA 16415
Jun 22, 2009 Offering alternative to laser and water jet cutting, Plasma Burning Services can create virtually any object in mild steel, stainless steel, or aluminum with 5/16 in. max material thickness. Plasma burning offers automatic nesting and kerfs as small as .025 in. Featuring ProMotion CNC control along with Komatsu power source and 4 x 8 ft cutting table, ADI's burner will take direct import of .DXF file, or ADI can create file for customers based on any drawing.

GE Fanuc Automation
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Jun 16, 2009 PACSystems® RX3i High Availability keeps essential systems running efficiently and reliably by connecting 2 independent controllers on RMX reflective memory technology link providing up to 2 MB data synchronization. Built on synchronized hot-standby redundant control platform with transparent bumpless process switchover, controller facilitates continuous uptime. Scalable solution delivers multi-domain functionality as well as logic, motion, HMI, and process control.

Trio Motion Technology Ltd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Jun 04, 2009 Multi-axis MC464 provides OEMs and automation system integrators with flexible choice of servo and stepper drive interface, selection of Fieldbus protocols, and programming flexibility that includes Trio BASIC or IEC 61131 runtime. Central controller module features I/O, status display, SD card memory expansion, axis synchronization, and programming ports that combine with half- and full-height expansion modules to allow motion systems of up to 64 axes.

Ormec Systems Corp.
Rochester, NY 14625
May 18, 2009 ServoWire Motion and Logic Controllers are available in 3-, 8-, 16-, and 24-axis models. Offering motion control and PLC functions in single package, units are powered by Intel® 32-bit processors and can interface with high-speed drive-based I/O for microsecond position capture. They also offer less than 1 ms programmable limit switch outputs, tightly coupled to motion control. Devices are suited for packaging, material handling, medical, and general assembly applications.

Intelligent Motion Systems, Inc.
Marlborough, CT 06447-1334
May 04, 2009 When applied to step motors, MDrive AccuStep System prevents loss of synchronization due to transient or continued overload, extreme acceleration or deceleration, or excessive slew speed. One version includes integrated step motor, microstepping driver, and internal encoder, while another version adds fully programmable motion controller. Applications include point-to-point positioning, conveyor control, web handling, rotary and linear positioning to torque specification, and low end camming.

Mektronix Technology, Inc.
Mundelein, IL 60060
May 01, 2009 Designed to replace existing HCTL-1100 IC from Avago, Model MCP-1200 offers single axis motion control solution for servo and stepper motors, and can be synchronized with multiple chips for multi-axis applications. All low-level fast computations are performed on IC, freeing up host microcontroller for supervisory tasks. No external memory is required, just incremental encoder to provide position feedback.