Siemens Presents Simogear Geared Motors With Integrated Sinamics G110M Inverter

With Sinamics G220, Siemens is launching a new high-performance frequency converter to join the Sinamics family. The innovative frequency converters are equipped with so-called clean power technology.

Kollmorgen announced the new P80630-SDN stepper drive. Customers can now benefit from features such as smoothness, precision and torque across the full speed range in a significantly more compact package that enables smaller, lighter, more versatile machines.

Using canned motor technology for submersible pumps provides significant advantages. A short shaft, only two slide bearings – independent from the immersion depth – and various monitoring functions not only ensure high reliability but also mean cost advantages for the operator. Since it is supplied as a lock pump, easy servicing is guaranteed at the same time.

Against a backdrop of increasing energy costs, significant savings can be made by upgrading old motors to more efficient modern alternatives. However, simply swapping a motor for a modern equivalent is not always practical or even possible. With this in mind, Thomas Marks, General Manager and Secretary at the Association for Electrical and Mechanical Trades, looks at how a motor’s efficiency can be improved as part of a repair or refurbishment and highlights some things you should consider.

The FAULHABER Drive Calculator is a tool for developers to find a suitable drive system for a specific application in record time. It is easy to use and functional: the modern, clear user interface was designed with optimal usability in mind, and helpful tool tips provide valuable detailed information.

KTR has extended the product line of SINULASTIC by the new materials synthetic rubber (EPDM) and silicone rubber (SI). The highly flexible elastomer materials are particularly suitable for the use with ambient temperatures up to + 100° C resp. + 130° C.