Which Actuator Power Source is Best: Electric, Hydraulic, or Pneumatic?
When choosing the best type of actuator for your design, there are several questions to ask, like…
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03/21/2024
Selecting Actuators for Conveyor System Design
Conveyor systems transport items from one location to another, but rarely do they operate in a…
01/09/2024
Comparing Single- and Double-Acting Hydraulic and Pneumatic Cylinders
Actuators play a crucial role in various industries, enabling the smooth and efficient movement of…
12/19/2023
Partnership Makes for Easier Access to ISO Pneumatic Rod Cylinders
Are you struggling with sourcing the specific rodded cylinder you need to keep your business…
10/31/2023
9 Real-World Applications for Electric Linear Actuators
You know that linear actuators move loads in a straight line, forward and/or backward. You know…
10/17/2023
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…
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,…
06/20/2023
9 Benefits of Using Compact Air Cylinders in Your Mechanical Design
Space is often a major consideration when designing equipment for industrial applications. While…