Automate processes efficiently using automation solutions from item

A wide selection of drive technologies
Software for speedy selection and design tasks
Preconfigured and ready-to-install automation solutions

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Linear Unit (single axis)

  • A Linear Unit is used to move workpieces, tools or a robot along a line in order to execute screwing, drilling or joining applications as part of a process automation solution. Motors can be connected with carefully configured drive components.
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2D gantry

  • 2D gantries are ideal for automation tasks in which a tool uses the item Automation System to help it travel to various points in a single plane. These two-axis solutions are used to print or inspect surfaces, among other things.
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3D gantry

  • 3D gantries carry out demanding positioning tasks in three dimensions. They are used to pick up, move and set down workpieces for stacking, sorting and machining operations. When designing pick-and-place systems, the grippers and tools for the task can be fitted to the item carriages and support profiles.
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Cantilever axis

  • Cantilever axes use the support profile of the Linear Unit to exert force on a workpiece or accurately position a tool. They are well suited for numerous production and logistics applications and material and load tests.
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XY table handling

  • Grippers, suction cups, lasers and scanners are used in XY tables for machining, sorting, positioning and inspecting workpieces. 2D linear gantries of this kind are perfect for dynamic pick-and-place tasks.
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Products and components

The item Automation System provides a versatile basis for automating processes, offering outstanding precision, quality and delivery availability to achieve optimal automation.

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Ready-to-install Linear Units

Installation-ready Linear Units from item: preconfigured linear technology that has been optimized for speed, payload, precision and stroke length.

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item MotionDesigner®

item MotionDesigner®

1000 combination options, one recommendation: The item MotionDesigner® simplifies the selection and design of the right linear solution. Based on your specifications, the configuration software finds the linear unit that suits your application - in a matter of seconds.

You receive an optimized solution and also a proposal for useful accessories, such as limit switches. In addition, the item MotionDesigner® provides an detailed documentation of the selected linear unit, including a technical data sheet and CAD data in any common file format.

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The item Automation System – for all your needs.

The item Automation System – for all your needs.

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Planning automated solutions is notoriously complicated. Designing appropriate systems and putting them into operation requires expertise, experience and a whole lot of time. Our vision is to ensure everyone can harness the benefits of process automation, no matter how simple or complex the requirements are. We work towards this goal day in, day out, covering everything from straightforward selection processes to flexible configuration options.

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