Newport Corp.
Irvine, CA 92606
Jul 06, 2009 Driven by 6 LTA actuators, Hexapod 6-axis micropositioning system features anti-friction coated spherical joint design. Hexapod XPS electronic controller offers freely-definable virtual pivot point, instrument grade I/O, hardware-based input triggers, event triggers, high-speed data acquisition, TCP/IP communication, and integrated TCL programming language for on-board processes. Two user-definable coordinate systems are provided, which facilitate incremental displacements.

Bray International, Inc.
Houston, TX 77041
May 22, 2009 Operating with double or single acting pneumatic actuators, microprocessor-controlled Series 6A accepts analog 4-20 mA input or BUS intelligent HART, Foundation Fieldbus(TM), or Profibus PA input. Piezo valve technology controls air supply, while LCD provides visual confirmation of valve position in 1° increments. During operation, unit continually optimizes control parameters and travel times in response to changes in line pressure. Waterproof and explosion proof enclosures are available.

SGS SA
Geneva   Switzerland
May 21, 2009 Developed from techniques used in caving, Industrial Rope Access is suited for testing and inspection of structures, structural surveys, and for conventional and advanced Non-Destructive Testing. Service solves difficult access problems, without using scaffolding, cradles, or mobile elevated work platforms and minimizes disruption at ground level, allowing work to continue during inspection. Target industries include energy, oil and gas, or industrial manufacturing sectors.

DecTron by Special-T Shop Mfg., Inc.
Newberg, OR 97132
May 18, 2009 Able to handle up to 45 lb of load, 70-Series Flex Arm offers unlimited uses and abilities when used with other 70-Series Flex Arm System products. Single counterbalanced arm section can be used alone or added to rigid section when vertical motion of up to 28 in. is needed. Unit's solid steel shafts are finished with block oxide/oiled finish. It is available in 13½, 18, and 24 in. lengths and features polyurethane enamel that is resistant to chemicals, stains, and abrasions.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
May 06, 2009 Featuring 0.8 in. profile, PI nano(TM) Series delivers accurate motion with sub-nanometer resolution in 2 and 3 axes. Piezo controller is included and comes with 24-bit USB port, Ethernet, RS-232, and analog interfaces, as well as software support for all major image acquisition packages. For highly stable, closed loop operation, piezoresistive sensors are applied directly to moving structure and precisely measure displacement of stage platform.

Hoffman
Anoka, MN 55303 1778
May 01, 2009 Supporting up to 125 lb, SYSPEND Arms allow operators to adjust HMI enclosures and devices to meet vertical and horizontal requirements of various users and applications. Field-adjustable counterbalances let users set and reset lifting force, accommodating weight changes. Arms and enclosure can be swiveled up to 330°, depending on model, with swivel stops available in 30° increments. Monitor and keyboard arm swivels 340° at monitor end and 180° at mounting end.

Hexagon Metrology Inc.
North Kingstown, RI 02852
Apr 15, 2009 OMEGA portable multi-purpose measuring arm suits 3D scanning applications such as reverse engineering, rapid prototyping, and non-contact inspection. It includes 4 models: model 2025 measuring 9 ft, model 2018 measuring 6 ft, model 2030 of 10 ft and model 2036 of 12 ft. Weighing about 12 lb, seven-axis arm includes advanced carbon fiber and aluminum construction. Other features included are repeatability, automatic color recognition, and real-time display of point clouds and point data.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.
Michigan City, IN 46361 0373
Mar 05, 2009 Supplied in NEMA 4X-rated enclosure compact enough to be used with any size actuator, Series 275 PRECISOR® III Positioners control valve stroke of rotary motion valves based on 4-20 mA input signal from controller. Output analog feedback signal is included to stabilize any valve system, while functions such as auto calibration ensure accuracy. LCD screen, attached to outer face of unit, allows inspection of positioner condition while in field.

Newport Corp.
Irvine, CA 92606
Feb 19, 2009 Available in X/XY/XYZ configurations, NPX linear stages use frictionless guide design. Multi-axis XY and XYZ devices utilize parallel motion principle, ensuring parallel and straight motion up to 400 micron travel. Mounted between microscope and objectives, NPO NanoFocusing stages allow up to 250 micron focusing range. NPA Translators can generate forces up to 1,000 N, while PSM Ultrafast Piezo Steering Mirror provides sub-microradian resolution, tip, tilt, and z-motion for optics.

Directed Perception Inc.
Burlingame, CA 94010
Jan 29, 2009 Designed for use in Driver Vision Enhancer Family of Systems and Forward Activity Detection Systems, Model PTU-D48-DVE provides turn-key positioning solution for dynamic, computer-controlled positioning of pan and tilt. Unit features full digital interface with speed/acceleration control and slew-to-cue functionality. Measuring 7.8 x 5.4 x 5.5 in., device operates on single 16-32 Vdc power input and is based on metal worm-gear design with no belts or pulleys.

ErgotecH, Inc.
Danbury, CT 06810
Jan 05, 2009 Bidirectional, vertically rotational work positioner provides operators with 360° infinitely variable, electronic regenerative speed rotation from 0-17 rpm and full work height adjustment activated by foot pedals. Control panel enables adjustment of rotational direction/speed, and mounting plate features multiple concentric bolt channels for tooling and parts. Handling work of up to 400 ft-lb, compact, portable unit also allows for safe rotation reversal.

Nook Industries, Inc.
Cleveland, OH 44125
Oct 30, 2008 Able to withstand harsh chemical environments, QLZE/QSZE/QST-KE Series are customized to end-user specifications. Stainless steel components combat caustic wash-down issues and also prevent damage due to clogging/pitting. Available in ball screw and belt drive options, standard single-carriage linear actuators offer push-pull type directional loading capable of handling dynamic max capacity carry loads to 1,600 lbf and max thrust loads to 1,100 lbf. Max stroke length is 3,000 mm.

Vista-CCTV
Wokingham RG41 5TS  United Kingdom
Oct 29, 2008 Suited for demanding environments, 24 Vac VPT-PLUS01 combines built-in high-speed drive with large housing to allow site specific camera and lens combinations to be used. Unit is fully rotational with two RS485 protocols and 4 alarm inputs built in. Zero backlash feature and 0.02° preset accuracy ensure camera stops exactly when and where required, while variable pan and tilt speeds make system suited for tracking suspects and vehicles.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
Sep 29, 2008 With 10 cm dia and height of 11.8 cm, M-810 Miniature Hexapod 6-Axis Precision Positioning System offers travel ranges of up to 40 mm in XY plane and 13 mm in Z-direction. Capable of positioning loads of up to 5 kg at velocities up to 10 mm/sec, it comes with 6-axis Hexapod controller and software, and 6 high-resolution actuators that are connected directly to single moving platform. Users can define center of rotation independent of platform motion with software command.

Directed Perception Inc.
Burlingame, CA 94010
Sep 17, 2008 Weighing under 10 lb, PTU-D48 computer controlled pan-tilt units have payload capacity of 15 lb (side mount) and 10 lb (top mount). They feature fully controllable pan and tilt speeds ranging from below 0.006-100°/sec, and ±0.006° positioning resolution in pan axis. Suited for fixed and mobile applications in industrial and military markets, units have operating temperature range of -30 to +70°C, single MIL-style connector, and single 12-30 Vdc power input.

Baumer Ltd.
Southington, CT 06489 1534
Sep 05, 2008 Integrating absolute encoders with motors, drives, gears, and connectors, FlexiDrive systems offer 14-bit single-turn and 18-bit multi-turn resolution. Delivering explicit and continuous position measurement, space saving drives can be used on shafts, spindles, lead screws, rollers, webs, and other moving parts found in machine automation. Systems can be used to determine current position of tabletop equipment and measure angle of cuts made with dirty, high vibration machinery.

Equipment Solutions, Inc.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Aug 28, 2008 Suited for precision optical positioning applications, LFA-1012 Linear Focus Actuator features zero-translation tangential flexure. Other features include clear aperture, 0.394 in. stroke length, and standard 12 mm optics mount or optional DIN mount. Frictionless, closed loop, non-contact, sub-micron resolution linear displacement sensor is also included, lending to 150 nm positioning resolution. Short- and long-term repeatability are 200 nm and 50 ppm/1,000 hr, respectively,.

Technical Manufacturing Corp.
Peabody, MA 01960
Aug 08, 2008 Designed for pneumatic vibration isolators, PEPS® II non-contacting Precision Electronic Positioning System helps improve isolator height control and settling time. Based on PEPS® technology, it eliminates mechanical height control valves and sensing linkage, reducing wear, eliminating particulate generation, and optimizing long-term position repeatability. Unit is compatible with all TMC pneumatic vibration isolation systems including Gimbal Piston(TM), CSP®, and MaxDamp®.

Hardinge Workholding Division
Elmira, NY 14902
Jun 18, 2008 Super-Precision® DD100/DD200/DD300 models incorporate frameless rare-earth permanent magnet torque motor, with no mechanical gearing, that wraps around spindle to eliminate need for separate motor extension. A ±.077 arc/sec resolution, ± 2.19 arc/sec accuracy encoder is mounted directly on spindle to provide accurate positioning. Direct-drive design eliminates backlash, enabling repeatability of ±2 arc/sec, and drawbar actuator lets products accept multiple workholding devices.

Zero-Max, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55441 5537
Mar 31, 2008 Model ETP-Octopus(TM) bushings can be set up for frequent locking/unlocking of linear slides or similar motion devices at one or series of positions from remote switching location. Providing uniform and repeatable locking pressure, they are designed for use with sliding shafts and components in automated systems. Devices are available in 3 models with pressure ranges to 6,500 psi and with aluma-bronze or steel sleeve bores, ranging from 10-100 mm.