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Reusable Controls Platform

Designed for on-the-fly synchronization

VisualMotion 10 allows OEMs and end users to retain their initial programming investment while a newly integrated, IEC 61131-3 compliant, multitasking PLC allows for combined motion and logic on a single hardware and software platform. In addition, VisualMotion 10 provides the ability to connect up to 32 PPC controllers together by means of cross-communication to provide highly synchronized motion control for up to 1,280 axes. VisualMotion 10 can handle single-axis positioning, multiaxis synchronization, and robotic coordinated path movements. It is designed to meet the requirements of the packaging industry with its ability to perform on-the-fly synchronization and on-the-fly changes between different leading axes.
Bosch Rexroth Corp.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-576

Motion Control IC

Provides precision velocity control

The single-axis MC73110 motor control IC for brushless dc motors can operate in internal velocity profile mode, velocity mode with an external velocity command signal, or torque mode with an external torque command signal. It is fit for use in applications such as semiconductor automation, medical automation, and applications with high-performance, low-cost brushless motor amplifiers. The MC73110 uses velocity feedback from either an encoder or via a direct-input analog tachometer signal. A velocity scalar term, along with a sophisticated averaging velocity estimator, enables precision velocity control of motor speed and acceleration across a wide range of profiles. Utilizing an on-chip A/D converter, the MC73110 digitizes analog current feedback and provides multiple current sensing methods to maximize motor performance. Only a MOSFET or IGBT triple half-bridge is needed to implement a full-featured controller. The MC73110 is packaged in a compact 64-pin TQFP (thin quad flat pack) and operates from 3.3V.
Performance Motion Devices
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-577

Miniature Stepper Motors

With lead screws as fine as 4 microns per half step

Newly added is the lead screw output shafts to complement the ARSAPE^® line of miniature two-phase stepper motors for precise linear actuation. The lead screw shafts are press-fitted directly to the motor's rotor. This design eliminates the need for shaft couplers, saving both time and money. Available are miniature stepper motors with diameters of 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 15 mm, and 22 mm. Standard lead screws offered for combination with these motors include the low friction torque M 1.2 × 0.25 mm, the extra fine M2 × 0.2 mm, and the M3 × 0.5 mm. The lead screws are available in various lengths and come with optional self-lubricating nuts. The shaft tips are configured to accept a ball bearing for additional shaft support. MicroMo Electronics Inc.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-578

Vacuum Pump

Energy-efficient

The vigo-vac vacuum pump for semiconductor manufacturing is a two-stage screw dry vacuum pump that conserves energy, and is available in two sizes with pumping rates of 4,000 or 10,000 L/min. The dry vacuum pump is intended to evacuate the inside of wafer processing units in semiconductor fabrication. It features reportedly the world's first two-stage screw design that offers both proper resistance to by products and reduces electric power, cooling water, and nitrogen requirements. The power consumption of the vigo-vac is 54 to 77 percent less than that of a conventional pump. The main pump was downsized on the atmospheric side, which is responsible for 85 percent of the total power consumption, by incorporating screw-type rotors (rather than conventional roots-type rotors) in the booster pump.
Harmonic Drive Technologies
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-579

Miniature Bearings

Exceptional performance and dependability

The new miniature (&1 inch) bearings are designed specifically for service in demanding, high-speed applications, such as medical, dental, commercial aviation/aerospace, lab instrumentation, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. All bearing components are manufactured to exacting quality standards, including bearing assembly in Class 10,000 clean rooms under Class 100 laminar flow benches. Dimensional and functional accuracy are in accordance with ABEC and ISO standards. Special attention is given to balls, raceway geometry and finish, cleanliness, and retainer design, resulting in outstanding bearing performance, even in extreme service environments. The bearings come with a wide selection of steels, ceramic rolling elements, closures, mounting configurations, cages (retainers), and lubricants. Preloading either radial or angular contact bearings increases rigidity, improves running accuracy and prevents ball skidding at very high speeds and during acceleration or deceleration. To further enhance quality, bearings are packaged and shipped in hermetically, vacuum-sealed synthetic pouches, which protect against contamination, humidity, lubricant deterioration, and in-transit damage. Custom packaging can also be arranged.
Kaydon Bearings
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-580

Clean Room Department

Class 1,000

Insulator Seal has implemented a new clean room environment that now includes a large, certified Class 1,000 clean room laboratory and laminar flow hood cleaning and packaging area (certified and maintained to Class 1,000 standards). The new lab is designed for the cleaning and final packaging of products in an ultra-clean, high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA)-filtered environment.
Insulator Seal
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-581

Gearheads

Compact, zero-backlash

The design of RGH gearheads combines Harmonic Drive Technologies' zero backlash gear components with an integral flange output supported by heavy-duty bearings, allowing the units to provide high axial, radial, and moment loads for their compact size. RGH gearheads are available in four sizes with a rated output torques ranging from 221 to 1,213 inch-lbs and maximum output torques up to 6,072 inch-lbs. Positional accuracy of the gearheads is less than 1 arc-min and reduction ratios are available from 50:1 to 160:1.
Harmonic Drive Technologies
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-582

Drive Rotary Tables

New ultralow profile

The ADRS series direct-drive rotary stages were designed to minimize stage height. The ultralow profile of the stage reduces the effective working height of the system, minimizing "stack-up"-related errors. To maximize positioning performance the ADRS series utilizes direct-drive brushless motor technology, which is optimized for 24/7 production environments as there are no brushes to replace and no gear trains or belts to maintain. The ADRS series also uses a slotless stator design that eliminates torque ripple. The ADRS series is available in 100 mm, 150 mm, and 200 mm versions. Each stage has options for different motor windings to better match the stage to different operating conditions.
Aerotech Inc.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-583

Type VLA Actuator

Low cost, high efficiency

By using the LM Guide for its base, THK's new Type VLA actuator has fewer components and a lower overall cost. Long-term cost savings are also realized through the incorporation of Caged Technology, a QZ Lubricator, and electromechanical components. The Type VLA is available in slide and cylinder types, and is compatible with most popular ac or dc servo motor controller packages. Rated speeds on the Type VLA actuators range from 300 mm/sec to 600 mm/sec. Ball screw leads are from 6 mm to 12 mm.
THK America Inc.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-586

Motion Control IC

With servo trace capability

The Magellan^TM family of motion processors comes with real-time servo trace capture. These one- to four-axis intelligent motion IC's control dc brush, brushless dc, microstepping, and pulse and direction motors. Advanced trace capability allows designers to moniter time-sensitive data while improving servo tuning performance and optimizing motion trajectories. Up to 28 separate parameters can be selected for trace such as position, velocity, acceleration, servo lag, and much more. Additional advanced features include programmable PID filter with velocity and acceleration feedforward, 32-bit position error, dual biquad filters, 50 µsec loop time and multiaxis synchronization.
Performance Motion Devices
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-584

Pulsed UV Systems

Provide low hear, fast curing

Pulsed UV light curing systems for semiconductor wafer fabrication including disk drive curing, wafer surface treatment, water purification, and dicing tape removal are being introduced by Xenon Corp. of Woburn, MA. Model RC-801, single lamp, and model RC-802, dual lamp, Pulsed UV Systems deliver high peak UV energy to eliminate damaging substrate heat buildup. These modular systems are designed to function as part of an integrated in-line manufacturing system, and incorporate a unique spiral lamp to match the optical footprint of the substrate. Each system features instant on/off lamp control, fast cycle times and cool operation.
Xenon Corp.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-585

Motion Control Card

Adds advanced servo filters

The Magellan^TM-PCI motion controller come with dual biquad filters. Available in one-, two-, three-, and four-axis versions, Magellan-PCI supports dc brush, brushless dc, microstepping, and pulse and direction motors. On-the-fly changes and PLC-style external signal input/output breakpoints can be used to create application-specific profile changes. It is also suited for demanding applications in medical, scientific, and general automation. Communication occurs through a PCI bus, via a serial port or using CANBus. The Magellan-PCI provides servo loop rates of up to 50 µsec/axis, 5 mcount/sec quadrature encoder input rate, and pulse and direction output of up to 5 mpulses/sec.
Performance Motion Devices
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-587

MechaWareTM Software

Brings motion control algorithm development to machine builders

MechaWare^TM is designed to be used with all SynqNet^®motion controllers. MechaWare is a plug-in library for the Matlab/Simulink environment, and allows quick drag, drop, and the use of interrelate function blocks to develop the right motion control loop. MechaWare works with any SynqNet XMP or ZMP type controller for up to 32 axes of control. Once a model is "built" in the workspace, compatible control code is automatically generated and downloaded to a controller for immediate simulation techniques or real-world testing. Models developed on one platform can then be easily modified and extended over an entire machine product family via the MechaWare API that works with the Motion Programming Interface (MPI). MechaWare works with Matlab version 12.1 and higher running on Windows^® NT, XP, or 2000, and only requires a SynqNet controller and associated programming libraries for implementation.
Motion Engineering Inc.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-588

Precision Servo Actuator

Measures only 2.6 inches

The Low Profile Actuator (LPA) is the newest addition to Harmonic Drive Technologies' line of zero-backlash high-ratio gear components, gearheads, and actuators. The LPA 17 combines the zero backlash and high ratio of harmonic drive gearing with an integral high-performance brushless servo motor and encoder in a single compact design that measures only 2.6 inches. The unit is capable of accuracies greater than 1 arc-min, repeatability of ±5 arc-sec, and rated output torques up to 350 lbs-inch. Preloaded double row angular contact output bearings allow the LPA to support high moment and axial loads. Standard reduction ratios are 50:1 and 100:1 The LPA is offered in a package with an amplifier or can be easily adapted to perform with many popular electronic systems.
Harmonic Drive Technologies
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-589

"Finger-Guarding" Solutio

Cost-effective light curtain

New to the market is the 14 mm resolution version of the MicroSafe MC4700 Series safety light curtain. This new resolution compliments the existing range of detection options (12 mm, 20 mm, and 30 mm) for maximum application flexibility. The MC4700-14 is available in protected heights from 150 mm (6 inches) to 1,800 mm (71 inches) and offers a sensing range to 5m (16.5 ft). MC4700 Series safety light curtains are available in standard (MC4700), segmented (MCF4700), or jointed (MCJ4700) versions. Options include low electrostatic discharge models and a DeviceNet interface. Tight resolution combined with response time as fast as 6.5 msec allows the MC4700-14 to be mounted closer to the pinch points of hazardous equipment. Features include MPCE monitoring, exact channel select, and floating blanking. Additional features include: two-digit diagnostic display; two solid-state safety outputs; start/restart interlock mode; auxiliary outputs (NPN and PNP); and remote reset.
Scientific Technologies Inc.
http://rbi.ims.ca/4411-590