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Integrating Motion & Logic Control >

What’s new in integrated motion and logic control? A key element that has changed is the advent of high speed deterministic networks for supporting both the soft PLC (integrated logic via IEC61131-3) and motion. With Ethernet solutions like…

Permanent Magnet Servo Motor and Induction Motor Considerations >

Which is right for your application? Learn more about selecting the right motor technology.

Reduce Development Costs, Simplify Integration and Improve Performance of Packaging Machinery with AKD® PDMM >

Reduce Development Costs, Simplify Integration and Improve Performance of Packaging Machinery with AKD® PDMMTechnology Brief - Q & A - Learn how AKD PDMM technology reflects changes and trends in the packaging industry.

Trends in Mechatronics >

Technology Brief - Q & A - Learn what trends are occurring in mechatronics and what end users need to learn to begin implementing useful mechatronic solutions in their applications.

Feedback Sensors Keep Servo Motors on Target >

Understand all the feedback devices that are currently available for fine-tuning your servo motors, as well as your motion-control decisions.

Motion Buses vs Ethernet >

Motion Buses vs EthernetTechnology Brief - Q & A - Get straight talk on both and learn why we expect Ethernet will prevail.

Achieve Superior Servo Performance, Quickly, with Auto-tuning >

Servo systems are well-known for their superior performance in demanding motion applications. When system designers want to wrap candy, polish semiconductor wafers, form an aspirin tablet, or lay thin coatings on a roll of plastic, servos do it…

Designing for Manufacturability >

Designing for ManufacturabilityTechnology Brief - Capabilities Overview - Discusses how machine control systems that feature servo drives with built-in controllers deliver capabilities that significantly enhance productivity in manufacturing…

Optimizing Machines Using Programmable Drives >

Learn about machine architecture tips and what product features to look for.

Improve Servo System Design to Optimize Coating and Laminating Quality >

Coating and lamination applications demand extremely precise speed regulations in order to avoid velocity ripple that causes uneven coating and undesirable horizontal bars across the substrate.

Explanation on PAC and PLC Embedded Controllers >

Technology Brief - Gives insight on how drive-based automation controllers empower machine builders to implement new system topologies and reduce machine footprint - all while reducing total system cost.

KBM® Brushless Motors Maximize Performance in New Machine Tool >

KBM® Brushless Motors Maximize Performance in New Machine ToolTechnology Brief - Success Story - Illustrates how one machine builder applied KBM motors to improve machine performance while also lowering overall operating costs.