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Technology

Matrix converter offers improved energy efficiency and longer life

A great idea on its own is not enough

Helical lobe rotors reduce leaks in pumps

Slim, lightweight position encoder is flexible and low cost

Geared motor offers simple four-point positioning

Vision system is low cost but versatile

Unique hydraulic connectors are leak-free

Pneumatics cut packaging time

Chip smells with ionic mobilities grating

3D CAD shows a more solid future

Novel linear motor offers alternative to pneumatics

Unique coupling offers best of both worlds