Ask the Engineer: How Do You Determine Moment Load?
There are always numerous factors that go into choosing the right linear actuator or gearbox for an…
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Pneumatic actuators
10/03/2023
What's the Difference Between a Hydraulic Actuator and a Pneumatic Linear Actuator?
By definition, actuators either move things or stop them. In industrial design and other heavy-duty…
08/15/2023
How ISO 6432, ISO 15552, and ISO 21287 Cylinders Make Maintenance Easier
Maintenance is a fact of life in any industrial or manufacturing setting. However, anything you can…
07/11/2023
[VIDEO] Actuator Sizing: DURATRK™
When properly sizing and selecting a DURATRK™ rodless cylinderfor your next cylinder application,…
06/27/2023
Fluid Power 101: Common Uses for DURATRK™
When we talk about fluid power, we often think of hydraulics because hydraulic actuators use a…
06/20/2023
9 Benefits of Using Compact Air Cylinders in Your Mechanical Design
Space is often a major consideration when designing equipment for industrial applications. While…
05/23/2023
Cylinder Force Calculator: Determine if Force Output Meets Application Requirements
When choosing actuators for industrial applications, you have to know the amount of force that will…
05/09/2023
Is a Cable Cylinder What You Need?
Movement is the fundamental purpose of industrial and manufacturing equipment, regardless of the…
03/14/2023
Advantages of a Rodless Cylinder
Rodless cylinders save space. Whereas a rodded cylinder needs at least twice its stroke length to…
02/28/2023
Should You Use Stainless Steel Cylinders?
Most of the time, an aluminum-housing cylinder works just fine for industrial and manufacturing…