New Positioners Products

Vacuum Gripper System optimizes manufacturing efficiency.

Utilizing integrated COAXÃ-® cartridge, VGS(TM) 3040 positions vacuum power where it is needed, eliminating line losses. Combination Vacustat and AQR 02 atmospheric quick release saves air consumption in non-porous applications, while integrated blow-off check valve enables positive pressure blow-off, even in large decentralized vacuum systems. Applications include pick-and-place, packaging,...

Direct-Drive Rotary Stages have zero-backlash design.

Designed for optimal angular positioning and velocity control, AccuRing series consists of large aperture rotary stages with no gear wear/vibration. Products are rated for 800 rpm continuous rotation and can also be configured as multi-axis gimbals. In addition to angular contact bearings and precision-machined rotating shaft, stages feature encoder resolutions up to 0.16 arc sec, accuracy of...

SR77: Absolute Magnescale-®

Slim type magnetic scale system that outputs position signals for machine tools and other equipment that require high-precision positioning. Compatible protocols include: FANUC, Mitsubishi, Matushita and Yaskawa o Measuring Length(ML): 70-2,040mm o Accuracy : 3+3ML/1,000 Ã-µm p-p, 5+5ML/1,000 Ã-µm p-p o Maximum resolution : 0.01 Ã-µm o Maximum response speed : 200m/min. o Protocol :...

Shipyard Improves Welding Process wtih Automation

It has long been considered that the most productive and cost effective welding position within the shipbuilding industry is the flat position (PA). To satisfy this, great emphasis is put in at the design stage to maximize the use of this position. However, even when adopting this philosophy, welding has to be carried out in a variety of other positions. Many shipyards have found major benefits...

How to Effectively and Efficiently Clean Heat Exchangers, Part I

An introduction to a three part series about the importance, benefits, and methods of cleaning heat exchangers.

Positioning Stages meet frequent/fine adjustment needs.

Cross-Roller Stages (Part No. XCRS), available in 3 sizes each for X-, XY-, and Z-axis versions, incorporate 2 rollers connecting upper and lower plate. Dovetail Stages (Rack and Pinion, Part No. XDTS) offers same sizes and axis configurations, but consists of 2 precision-ground flat surfaces sliding against each other. Extending travel distance of Dovetail Stage, Long-Travel Dovetail Stages...

Dresser Masoneilan-® Selected as Digital Valve Positioner Supplier for Major Power Company in Korea

SVI II AP Provides Reliable Advance Insight into Control Valve Operations with Extreme Accuracy HOUSTON (March 10, 2010) - Dresser MasoneilanÃ-® today announced that it has been specified as the digital valve positioner supplier for a major power company in Korea. The SVI II AP will provide accurate control valve positioning with advanced diagnostics for power generation and supply. Dresser...

Heavy Duty Welding Positioner has 3 axis of movement.

Available is sizes with up to 5,000 kg capacity, SmartPositionerÃ-® SkyHook Lift 5000 includes vertical axis of movement in addition to standard 2-axis movement to increase work piece welding envelope. Designed for manual welding applications, using remote pendant control or the Wolf Cell Controller, SmartPositioner can be fitted with variety of motors and gearboxes to achieve full...

Valve Positioners are offered in electro-pneumatic versions.

Suited for chemical and food processing environments, YT series is built for valve automation applications and includes corrosion-proof stainless steel model. Explosion-proof model, YT 1000R, and enhanced process-protection models are also available. Supplied with aluminum diecast enclosures and stainless steel gauges, vibration-resistant EP series comes in rotary or linear configurations and...

Stepper Motor Gantry Stage offers 0.0004 in. repeatability.

Available in travel lengths up to 72 in. on X- and Y-axis, 2-axis linear stepper motor gantry stage features open loop accuracy of .001 in/ft and repeatability of 0.0004 in. when microstepped. Full step resolution is 0.010 in. Continuous force on both X- and Y-axis is 6 lb, while peak force is 8 lb, with zero backlash. Unit provides optimized position, velocity, and acceleration control when...

Dresser Masoneilan SVI II AP Double Acting Valve Positioner Delivers Record Accuracy on a Large Scale

Joint Venture Achieves .3 Percent Precision on a 56 Inch Ball Valve in CNG Application HOUSTON, TX (March 2, 2009) - Dresser Masoneilan, an international leader in the design, manufacture and support of process control valves and solutions, along with joint venture partner DS Control Technologies in Novgorod, Russia, demonstrated a new benchmark in large valve positioner accuracy. Proving the...

Krueger Sentry Gauge Announces the Release of Two New Chemical Sight Gauge Models Designed for Aggressive Liquid Storage Monitoring

Krueger Sentry Gauge, a leader in chemical sight gauges, now offers the ultimate in aggressive liquid storage monitoring devices. From sulfuric and hydrochloric acid to bleach, and acetone, our products are designed with robust features that deliver a long and trouble-free service life. See our video to learn all about this new and innovative line of sight gauges.