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PBC Linear Creates New Integrated Plain Bearing Solution for Hillman Group Engraver
Architectural & Civil Engineering Products

PBC Linear Creates New Integrated Plain Bearing Solution for Hillman Group Engraver

Rockford, IL - The Hillman Group has spent nearly 50 years providing working solutions in engraving and fastening and excels at anticipating the needs of the market. One area Hillman specializes in is the design and manufacturing of self-contained ID engravers for pets. Hillman has worked together with PBC Linear in this type of application for over 10 years with PBC supplying SimplicityÂ-®...

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Custom Simplicity-® Pushdown Foot Assembly Saves Carpet Manufacturer 95% on Scrap
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Custom Simplicity-® Pushdown Foot Assembly Saves Carpet Manufacturer 95% on Scrap

Carpet tufting creates a tough environment for linear motion products. Processing synthetic fibers into carpet backing using a high speed, reciprocating short stroke machining system, a carpet manufacturer was experiencing unplanned downtime due to linear bearing failure and massive profit loss due to thousands of yards in scrapped end-product. Poor quality and damaged carpeting were sited as the...

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Linear Actuator targets high speed and load applications.
Mechanical Power Transmission

Linear Actuator targets high speed and load applications.

Belt-driven PLB actuating system includes Integral V(TM) guided cam rollers and steel raceways to guide rollers. Rolling system provides accuracy to within 0.1 mm/m and supports steel-reinforced belt for 10 m/sec speed and high-acceleration travel. Composed of anodized aluminum, outer housing of PLB also tolerates corrosive environments. Optional dual carriage design, clamps, limit switches, and...

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Miniature Linear Actuator measures 28 mm wide.
Mechanical Power Transmission

Miniature Linear Actuator measures 28 mm wide.

Weighing 0.15 kg/100 mm and offered in varying lengths, MLA mini-actuator is built for industrial and lab applications. It has integrated screw nut composed of PTFE impregnated polymer and six bearing plane surfaces per side, and carriage with dovetail shaped mount that aids in alignment and accuracy of part positioning during assembly. Available with wide range of customizable options, unit can...

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Miniature Linear Guide is optimized for stability.
Material Handling & Storage

Miniature Linear Guide is optimized for stability.

Mini-Rail(TM) MRS Sigma guides feature flat bottomed rail; keyed, die-cast carriage; and sigma shape that improves accuracy while also preventing carriage/rail drift. Providing smooth and quiet operation, self-lubricating sigma-shaped SimplicityÂ-® polymer inserts offer trouble-free service without requiring seals or wipers. LazerStraight(TM) sigma-shaped ceramic coated aluminum alloy rail is...

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PBC Linear Creates New Integrated Plain Bearing Solution for Hillman Group Engraver
Architectural & Civil Engineering Products

PBC Linear Creates New Integrated Plain Bearing Solution for Hillman Group Engraver

Rockford, IL - The Hillman Group has spent nearly 50 years providing working solutions in engraving and fastening and excels at anticipating the needs of the market. One area Hillman specializes in is the design and manufacturing of self-contained ID engravers for pets. Hillman has worked together with PBC Linear in this type of application for over 10 years with PBC supplying SimplicityÂ-®...

Read More »
Custom Simplicity-® Pushdown Foot Assembly Saves Carpet Manufacturer 95% on Scrap
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Custom Simplicity-® Pushdown Foot Assembly Saves Carpet Manufacturer 95% on Scrap

Carpet tufting creates a tough environment for linear motion products. Processing synthetic fibers into carpet backing using a high speed, reciprocating short stroke machining system, a carpet manufacturer was experiencing unplanned downtime due to linear bearing failure and massive profit loss due to thousands of yards in scrapped end-product. Poor quality and damaged carpeting were sited as the...

Read More »
Linear Actuator targets high speed and load applications.
Mechanical Power Transmission

Linear Actuator targets high speed and load applications.

Belt-driven PLB actuating system includes Integral V(TM) guided cam rollers and steel raceways to guide rollers. Rolling system provides accuracy to within 0.1 mm/m and supports steel-reinforced belt for 10 m/sec speed and high-acceleration travel. Composed of anodized aluminum, outer housing of PLB also tolerates corrosive environments. Optional dual carriage design, clamps, limit switches, and...

Read More »
Miniature Linear Actuator measures 28 mm wide.
Mechanical Power Transmission

Miniature Linear Actuator measures 28 mm wide.

Weighing 0.15 kg/100 mm and offered in varying lengths, MLA mini-actuator is built for industrial and lab applications. It has integrated screw nut composed of PTFE impregnated polymer and six bearing plane surfaces per side, and carriage with dovetail shaped mount that aids in alignment and accuracy of part positioning during assembly. Available with wide range of customizable options, unit can...

Read More »
Miniature Linear Guide is optimized for stability.
Material Handling & Storage

Miniature Linear Guide is optimized for stability.

Mini-Rail(TM) MRS Sigma guides feature flat bottomed rail; keyed, die-cast carriage; and sigma shape that improves accuracy while also preventing carriage/rail drift. Providing smooth and quiet operation, self-lubricating sigma-shaped SimplicityÂ-® polymer inserts offer trouble-free service without requiring seals or wipers. LazerStraight(TM) sigma-shaped ceramic coated aluminum alloy rail is...

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