L-3 Applied Optics Center (AOC) Completes Large Optic Coating for MMT

The MMT, located on the site of the Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory, is one of the worlds largest astronomical telescopes, located on top of the 8,530-high Mount Hopkins, south of Tucson, Arizona.

Sierra-Olympic Introduces LWIR Chassis Camera with Continuous Zoom & Digital Signal Processing

Designed for OEMs & integrators, the Vinden CZ 640 is ideal for security/surveillance.

The Hershey Company

Until 2005, everything at the Hershey plant was hand-palletized, resulting in low palletizing rates and high manual labor costs.

Top Six Trends in Industrial Robotics

Here are six emerging trends in the world of industrial robots that will likely have a big impact on a wide variety of industrial sectors, and provide benefits well beyond what was once imaginable.

New Multi-Function Machine Capable of 3D Printing, CNC Milling, and Injection Molding

Luminar Products from Nampa, ID announces launch of the TRiBOT Kickstarter project. The first multi-function machine capable of 3D printing, CNC milling, and auto-injection molding.

Lincoln Electric Licenses Helical Robotics Mobile Robotic Technology

The technology and platforms Helical Robotics develops allows for integrating industrial equipment into mobile magnetic robotic systems. The company will continue to develop and market its robotic systems in manufacturing, inspection, and military, among other markets.

IMTS 2014 - The International Manufacturing Technology Show 2014 Proved Strength, Vitality and the Push for Innovation in Manufacturing Technology

The fourth largest IMTS in history and the largest six-day show ever

Schunk - Standardized Long-Stroke Gripper with CFC Housing

The gripper weight has been reduced by 40%.

Vision 2014 - Machine vision promoting cost-effective automation

VISION 2014 to feature the key topic „VISION 4 Automation" for the first time: numerous events geared directly towards end users of production automation

Sensing, Measurement and Process Control Robots

One of the major problems with a robot is sensor irregularity, where the sensors provide data that at times is accurate and at other times inaccurate.

BitFlow Releases SDK 5.90 with Improved Support for CoaXPress Frame Grabbers

First SDK specifically designed for BitFlow Cyton-CXP boards

Patti Engineering Assists Real Ale Brewing Company with Project to Quadruple Bottling Output Speed

Real Ale Brewing Company selects Patti Engineering for engineering support as it gears up for continued growth of its Texas handcrafted brewery business with the installation of its new Krones bottling line.

Power Automation Systems (PAS) Debuts the 3rd Generation of ROW BOT Cart Technology

Power Automation Systems is pleased to announce the release of the newest generation of pallet retrieval and delivery systems for warehouse automation with the ROW BOT-S2

IMTS 2014 - Flexible Honing Tools for Manufacturing: BRM Announces IMTS 2014 Results, Publishes Surface Finishing and Deburring Technical Article

Brush Research Manufacturing (BRM), American-owned supplier of flexible hones and industrial brushes, announces tradeshow success at IMTS 2014 and a new technical article about flexible cylinder honing for manufacturers. The industry standard for surface improvement and burr removal, BRM Flex-Hone® tools can be used for on-line or off-line operations in factories.

Energy Department Takes Major Steps to Increase U.S. Energy Productivity and Manufacturing

In Support of President Obamas Call to Cut U.S. Energy Waste in Half, DOE Announces Additional Efforts to Increase Economic Output From U.S. Energy Use

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Model TR1 Tru-Trac

Model TR1 Tru-Trac

The Model TR1 Tru-Trac® linear measurement solution is a versatile option for tracking velocity, position, or distance over a wide variety of surfaces. An integrated encoder, measuring wheel, and spring-loaded torsion arm in one, compact unit, the Model TR1 is easy to install. The spring-loaded torsion arm offers adjustable torsion load, allowing the Model TR1 to be mounted in almost any orientation - even upside-down. The threaded shaft on the pivot axis is field reversible, providing mounting access from either side. With operating speeds up to 3000 feet per minute, a wide variety of configuration options - including multiple wheel material options - and a housing made from a durable, conductive composite material that minimizes static buildup, the Model TR1 Tru-Trac® is the ideal solution for countless applications.