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When investing in a new or upgraded metal-cutting machine, industrial customers are looking for higher throughput, superior cut quality and greater ease of implementation and use. How can you establish your laser, waterjet or plasma cutting machine as the preferred choice for next-generation performance?

Motion makes the difference. Learn 5 key opportunities for optimizing your machine’s motion system — including how to choose the right fieldbus architecture, optimize control loop bandwidth, select and size servo motors for maximum performance, match feedback devices to your application requirements, and specify appropriate cables. Build a truly cutting-edge machine with the simple advice you’ll find in this white paper.

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Functional Safety 101: The What, Why and How

Mandates and regulations aside, more customers are demanding functional safety. But no two applications are exactly the same, and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. This whitepaper reveals how equipment manufacturers can stay up to speed.

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Reduce Costs and Improve Performance with Digital Buses

What are some of the advantages of using a digital bus for motion control in machine and robot builder applications?
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Engineer the Exceptional

Learn how to engineer exceptional machines, robots and vehicles with the highest-performing, most reliable motors, drives, automation solutions and more.

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