Grabaciones de los seminarios web de formación

Das Auslegen und Auswählen von Kugelgewindetrieben ist zumeist langwierig und mühsam. Zudem besteht die Gefahr, aufgrund einer falschen Anwendungsberechnung bei Null anfangen zu müssen. Glücklicherweise gibt es Online-Tools, die Ihnen bei der Ermittlung nach der optimalen Komponente für Ihr Design oder Ihre Anwendung behilflich sind.

In diesem Webinar zeigen wir Ihnen die vielen Funktionen und Vorteile eines neu veröffentlichten Online-Auslegungs- und Auswahltools.

Sehen Sie sich die 30-minütige Aufzeichnung an und Sie erfahren:

• Wie Sie die Zeit zur Ermittlung des richtigen Kugelgewindetriebs von Stunden oder Tagen auf Minuten reduzieren.
• Wie Sie Ineffizienz beseitigen, Geld sparen und Risiken bei Ihrem Konstruktionsprojekt vermeiden, die typischerweise auf die manuelle Auslegung und Auswahl von Kugelgewindetrieben zurückzuführen sind.
• Wie Ihnen das intuitive, funktionsreiche Online-Tool dabei helfen kann,
  • nach Kugelgewindetriebe-spezifischen Attributen zu filtern, die Sie schnell zur idealen Lösung führen.
  • eine präzise Modellierung durch Ihre Angaben zu Bewegungs-, Last- und externen Axialkraftprofilen zu erhalten.
  • direkt auf 3D-Modelle für Ihre CAD-Programme und auf technische Daten zuzugreifen.

Referent: Markus Brändle, Produktspezialist Gewindetriebe, Linearlager und -führungen, Thomson Neff Industries GmbH, Wolfschlugen

It’s not uncommon when designing for linear motion applications that a standard ball screw or nut simply won't fit your requirements. In these instances, working with a manufacturer on a customized ball screw assembly can deliver you the “just-right” solution.

Watch this 25-minute webinar recording, and you'll learn:

• The modification and customization options available to you.
• How customized ball screw assemblies can provide compact, quiet and accurate positioning, improve your machine’s performance, and lower your cost.
• Which applications typically benefit the most from customized components.

Presenter: Markus Brändle, Product Line Specialist – Screws, LB&G, Screw Jacks, Thomson

When a machine goes down due to a faulty ball screw, prompt action is required in order to keep your business running. The acquisition of a replacement ball screw can be a hassle, time-consuming, and accompanied by high investment costs that most likely were not foreseen or planned.

There may be a better solution.

Did you know that worn or damaged ball screws can often be repaired with the right expert knowledge?

Learn more about this service by joining our webinar, which will be broadcasted LIVE from the service department of our ball screw manufacturing facility – a unique experience that you will not want to miss!

Agenda:

•           Examples of ball screw failures

•           Key benefits of ball screw repairs, including cost savings

•           Scope of service, capabilities and expertise

•           Process flow for repairs

•           How to change the nut direction

Gain insights from Thomson ball screw repair experts to assure long life and smooth running ball screw assembly systems for less machine downtime.

Presenters:

Markus Brändle, Product Line Specialist – Thomson Screws, Screw Jacks and Linear Bearings & Guides

Ismayil Zeren, Thomson Service Department Manager

If you need to actuate a 500 kN axial load along a 1,500 mm stroke, do you use a roller screw or a ball screw? If you instinctively said roller screw, you may not be familiar with high-load ball screws as an economical and simplified alternative. Check out this 30-minute webinar, and you'll learn all about high-load ball screws:

• Introduction & Basic Definitions
• Application Examples
• Features & Benefits
• Comparison to Other Screw Technologies
• Hydraulic Replacement
• Standard and Custom Offering
• Q&A

Any new application requires careful analysis of product performance, life and cost. Especially those that take on larger loads. Learn why you should be considering a high-load ball screw over standard ball screws for your next high-load, compact application.

Presenter: Markus Brändle, Product Line Specialist – Screws, Screw Jacks and LB&G, Thomson Neff Industries, Germany

From all the thousands of possible choices, how can you quickly and confidently size and select the optimal ball screw solution for your linear motion application?

Check out this 45-minute webinar:

Introduction to Ball Screws

•           Basic Definitions

•           Application Examples

•           Calculations & Solutions

Design Application – Standard

•           What is standard?

•           Using standard engineering equations

•           Selecting the right product

Design Application – Custom Derivative

•           What is custom?

•           Customizing a ball screw

•           Selecting the right product     

Learn more about the considerations and calculations that are essential for choosing the just-right ball screw. Gain confidence when sizing and selecting a ball screw to match your application requirements.

Presenters:

• Markus Brändle, Product Line Specialist – Screws and LB&G, Thomson Neff Industries, Germany
• Wolfgang Becker, General Manager, Thomson Neff Industries, Germany

As the demand for smaller machines grows, engineers are faced with the particular challenges miniaturization presents. Join Thomson for the second in a series of 3 mini webinars on designing machines with miniature components. This webinar will provide an overview of the key points to keep in mind when working with miniature linear guidance technology.

1. Brief overview of miniature machine designs
2. Sizing and selection of miniature guides: profile rail vs. round rail
3. Optimizing designs with miniature linear guidance technology
4. Q & A

Presenter(s): Coskun Mutlu, Product Line Specialist Linearlager & -führungen bei Thomson Neff GmbH in Deutschland

With high precision and customizability, low drag, zero backlash, long life, affordability, and the ability to interchange leads, sizes and nut configurations, it’s no surprise that lead screws are so popular and often referred to as the “just right” solution for a wide range of linear applications. Tailored for design engineers who may not be familiar with lead screws, this webinar will cover some of the basic details of this linear component, including their differentiating features and benefits, ideal applications and much more. Watch this 37-minute webinar recording, and you'll learn:

• The basics of manufacturing lead screws.
• What sets lead screws apart from other screw types.
• Lead screw attributes, why they are important and in which applications they are most useful.

Presenter: Ojesh Singh, Product Manager Lead Screws - EMEA & Asia, Thomson Industries

Part linear bearing, part lead screw, the Thomson Glide Screw™ combines the best features of these products into an easy to install, one-part solution. The patent-pending Glide Screw™ brings high performance, fast installation and reduced complexity in a small package...

Outline of Webinar:

1. What is the Glide Screw?
   - Features
   - Benefits
   
2. How does the Glide Screw work?
3. How does it compare to other technologies?
4. Installation
5. Typical Applications
6. Technical Specifications
7. Where to find more info?

Presenter(s): Jeff Johnson, Global Product Line Manager - Screws

Are your linear motion applications reaching their potential?

Electric linear actuators have come a long way since their origin as basic, slow, medium load pushing-and-pulling devices more than a half century ago. Protection against the elements has greatly improved, integrated controls have added intelligence to their functionality, and life, reliability and performance have all steadily improved. The next generation of electric linear actuators has changed the game. Learn how electric actuators are now taking over linear applications that were once dominated by hydraulic systems.

Watch this 40-minute webinar recording and learn about:

• The key design considerations when specifying the optimal actuator solution to meet your application demands.
• The key features of new electric actuators that make them ideal for conversion from hydraulic systems.
• The groundbreaking performance and control capabilities that make select electric linear actuators unique.
• The markets and applications in which high-power electric actuators are now excelling.

Presenter: Robert Johansson, Conversion Specialist, Thomson Industries

Are you often challenged with designing for applications that must meet requirements of longevity, reliability and performance, while at the same time, combatting harsh environments? What are the factors to consider for robust linear actuator performance in these environments? What advantages do electric actuators have over their counterparts, and which one will provide the best fit for your application? Watch this 51-minute webinar recording, and learn more about key design considerations (maintenance, high power density, etc.) when finding an optimised actuator solution to meet demanding environmental concerns, including:

• Exposure to aggressive substances
• Wide temperature range and temperature variation
• Moisture and water exposure
• Vibration
• Efficiency

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Manager Senior - Actuators, Thomson Industries

Electric linear actuators are raising material handling to new heights. As digital transformation extends the scope of automation to more axes and electric linear actuators handle increasingly heavier loads, more material handling system designers are converting hydraulic and pneumatic motion control to electric, especially in new projects. What factors are driving this shift in technology preference?

The key factors to consider for automating material handling motion sequences. New electric actuator advancements ideal for material handling automation applications, including:

• Heavy load handling
• Extended stroke lengths
• Compactness
• Intelligence
• Long life
• Safety and ergonomics
• Customisation

How to determine if your investment in electrification is paying off.

Presenters: Anders Karlsson, Product Manager - Linear Actuators, Thomson

Robert Johansson, Industry Manager - Thomson

By now, you're most likely already aware of the many design and application benefits you can realize by converting from hydraulic to electric. But do you know what impact this conversion can have on the sustainability and total cost of ownership of your applications? The latest generation of electric linear actuators is revolutionizing linear motion designs with groundbreaking strength, smarts and sturdiness, and is opening the door to countless new application opportunities.

Watch this 36-minute webinar recording. We discuss typical scenarios and cast light on these topics:

• Efficiency
• Parasitic losses
• Power consumption
• Maintenance
• Controllability
• Power density

Presenters: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist - Linear Actuators, Thomson Robert Johansson, Conversion Specialist - Thomson

Are there winter applications where electric actuators are the preferred solution?

What design considerations should you keep in mind when using electric actuators in a cold environment?

What advantages do electric linear actuators have over hydraulic and pneumatic systems in cold environments?

Watch this 35-minute webinar recording, and you'll learn about typical cold-weather application scenarios and design considerations for optimising your electric actuator solution such as:

• Low temperatures

• Temperature variation

• Moisture

• Chemicals

• Efficiency

• High power density

Presenters:

Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist - Linear Actuators, Thomson

Robert Johansson, Conversion Specialist - Thomson

Are you using hydraulic cylinders for your machine designs simply because “that’s the way it’s always been done”?

How often do you evaluate which actuator technology is the optimum choice for a given application?

Hydraulic cylinders and electric actuators each provide benefits. The key is knowing which solution to use based on your application’s requirements.

Watch this 35-minute webinar recording. We'll discuss typical application scenarios and consider the best actuator solution for each by comparing their design requirements:

• Speed control
• Parallel drive
• Position feedback
• Force feedback
• Power on demand
• Shock dampening
• High power density

Presenters:
Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist - Linear Actuators, Thomson
Robert Johansson, Conversion Specialist - Thomson 

The decades-old keep-it-simple principle still rings true today – simplicity leads to better understanding and easier use of your application. This is especially true when it comes to electric linear actuators, which offer your linear motion designs a host of benefits when compared to hydraulic cylinders. These advantages include a smaller footprint, easier installation, better control and static load handling, higher accuracy, less maintenance, lower overall cost, and a cleaner, safer environment.

Watch this 48-minute presentation, and you'll learn:

• The key pitfalls of using a complex hydraulic system.
• How electric actuators can help you avoid the dangers associated with hydraulics.
• Traditional hydraulic-powered applications prime for conversion to electric.
• Electric actuator technologies on the horizon for your designs.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist EMEA – Linear Actuators, Thomson in Sweden

Thomson electric linear actuators are fully featured and ideal for numerous applications. Therefore, knowing about their latest technology advancements is paramount in taking full advantage of their performance without overcomplicating or overdesigning a linear motion solution. Watch this 38-minute presentation, and you'll learn:

• What's new in the world of linear actuators.
• How to use the latest actuator advancements to improve the controllability, communications, automation, safety and overall performance of your industrial applications.
• How to determine which smart linear actuators are ideal for your machine designs.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist EMEA – Linear Actuators, Thomson in Sweden

The new Thomson Electrak LL smart electric linear actuator was specially designed to ensure long and trouble-free operation in the toughest applications. Even by Thomson standards, Electrak LL stands out in this respect, and it will keep working where most other electric actuators fail. This advantage is especially true for industrial applications where equipment is often put to work around the clock and long service life is expected.

This webinar covers the Electrak LL’s vast capabilities, including the latest advancements to help you meet even the strictest environmental demands. Watch the recording

Join us for this 40-minute presentation, and you'll learn:

• How the Electrak LL’s maintenance-free, long life and ability to run at a higher duty cycle can contribute toward your motion design’s performance, reliability and durability.
• How the Electrak LL’s toughness and environmental resistance allow it to meet railway safety standards.
• Which high-duty cycle applications benefit most from new smart Electrak LL features and onboard controls.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist – Linear Actuators, Thomson

As the demand for sophisticated, easily controlled industrial machinery and devices continues to grow, the technology integrated into individual components must match their innovation in order to remain viable. This especially rings true with electric linear actuators, which are integral to countless heavy duty applications across industries.       

This webinar will cover the latest advancements you can find available with today's smart linear actuators, including position feedback, condition monitoring, CANopen industrial networking protocol, brushless motor technology, expanded input voltage options and many more.

Watch this 30-minute event, and you'll learn:

• What's new in the world of smart linear actuators.
• How to use the latest actuator advancements to improve the controllability, communications, automation, safety and overall performance of your industrial applications.
• How to determine which smart linear actuators are ideal for your machine designs.

Do you want your linear motion design projects to remain on the cutting edge? Stay up to date with the latest advancements offered with today's smart linear actuators.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist – Linear Actuators, Thomson

This is the third of our four-part series of linear actuator webinars, and we will explore the new Thomson online tools and how they can help you quickly and easily size and select the optimal linear actuator solution. Check out this 30-minute webinar recording:

• Why Use Online Tools?
• Linear Actuator Selector Demo
• Linear Actuator “Linear Motioneering Tool” in Brief
• CAD Model Downloads
• Q&A
   

When researching electric linear actuators for your machine designs, choosing models of the wrong size, load capacity or other key capabilities can lead to costly downtimes and frustration. Reviewing spec sheets or product webpages gets you only so close to the right match. These online tools tap into the extensive application engineering knowledge base of Thomson experts, helping you avoid costly, time-consuming misapplications.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist – Linear Actuators, Thomson Tollo, Sweden

This is the second of our four-part series of linear actuator webinars, and we will explore the smart features of our electromechanical linear actuators, their benefits and applications:

• Basic to Advanced Onboard Controls.
  • Electronic Monitoring Package - The Backbone of Smart Actuation.
  • Electrak Modular Control System (EMCS) - The Brain of Smart Actuation.
  • Bus Communication.

• Product Spotlight: Electrak HD and Throttle.
• Applications.

Explore the smart onboard control features offered with the actuator portfolio from Thomson. Gain insights and details about the latest trends in actuator technology.
Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist – Linear Actuators, Thomson Tollo, Sweden 

This is the first of our four-part series of linear actuator webinars, and we will explore the specifications, features, benefits and applications of our Warner Linear B-Track and H-Track linear actuators.

Check out this 30-minute webinar:

• B-Track electromechanical actuators incorporate a patented in-line load transfer design, which provides high load capability for rugged-duty use, efficient power use, compact package size, excellent corrosion and washdown protection, and high performance synthetic lubrication for life – all at an affordable price.
• H-Track electro-hydraulic actuators incorporate a patented fluid power design, which provides high load capability for extreme duty use, a more compact pin to pin than other actuators of the same load capability, shock load resistance, excellent ingress protection and corrosion resistance.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist Linear Actuators at Thomson in Sweden

Wouldn't it be great if you could equip machines with an actuator that provides the performance of hydraulics without the space requirements and expense of a full-size hydraulic system? Now you can with Thomson’s recently released Warner Linear H-Track electro-hydraulic linear actuator, which features self-contained hydraulic actuation. That means no leaking hoses to worry about and contamination- and maintenance-free performance for the life of the actuator.

In this webinar, we will explore the new H-Track actuator – its design, specifications, features, benefits and applications.  

Check out this 30-minute webinar, and you will:

• Learn how the H-Track can fit the requirements of previously troublesome applications.

• Gain insights on the technical specifications of this heavy duty linear motion solution and on suitable applications.

• See how the H-Track’s patented design is able to achieve self-contained fluid power.

Presenter(s): Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist Linear Actuators at Thomson in Sweden

When researching electric linear actuators for your machine designs, choosing models of the wrong size, load capacity or other key capabilities can lead to costly downtimes, frustrated customers and a poor perception of your business. Reviewing spec sheets or product webpages gets you only so close to the right match, and sometimes, you prefer to go your own route vs. consult with a manufacturer's application engineers.

In this webinar, the sixth and final in a series focusing on smart actuators, we will explore a newly developed, self-guided online tool that incorporates the expertise of engineers to allow designers to quickly and easily size and select the proper actuators for their machines:

• Learn how to significantly reduce the amount of time it takes to size and select electric linear actuators.
• Use application-specific questions to size an exact match for your designs.
• Avoid the costly, time-consuming pitfalls of application mismatches.
• Build on your customers' confidence in your company's design capabilities.

Presenter(s): Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist Linear Actuators at Thomson in Sweden

Designed to accommodate more than 500 different motors and gearheads from a variety of manufacturers, the new Thomson RediMount adapter kit eliminates the need for custom-made, intermediate flanges between your choice of linear motion system and motor or gearhead. With the optimized RediMount kit, you will be ready to order your complete linear motion system for your application within five minutes.  

• Discover how fast, accurate and hassle-free motor and gearhead mounting can be.
• See how the RediMount is constructed to adapt to hundreds of motors and gearheads.
• Learn how to configure a RediMount code and entire part number via the new and improved Linear Motioneering online sizing and selection tool.

In recent years, factory automation equipment has experienced an increase in the use of electric rod style actuators, while fewer hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders are being employed. Numerous factors are driving this conversion but most significant is the growing need for improved energy efficiency, reliability and controllability, and reduced maintenance. Watch this 30-minute expert talk, and you'll learn:

• Why electric actuators are the best alternative for machinery requiring sophisticated motion control.
• How to avoid parasitic energy losses in factory automation applications.
• How to evenly distribute or share a load with synchronization.
• How to easily enable complex, multi-axis motion.

Presenters:
Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist - Linear Actuators, Thomson
Robert Johansson, Conversion Specialist - Thomson

As the market drives demand for high-productivity solutions, shorter changeover times, increased reliability and energy savings, and reduced maintenance and operating costs, more designers and end users are migrating to electric actuators over pneumatic options. For machinery that requires sophisticated motion control, electric actuators have traditionally been the go-to choice. However, even simpler linear motion applications can benefit from these actuators based on their lack of maintenance, higher energy savings and cleaner operation. Watch this 30-minute webinar recording, and you'll learn:

• How to save energy with compact, long-life precision linear actuators.
• How electric actuators reduce maintenance of your machine designs.
• How to integrate precision linear actuators to a smart factory.
• How to improve performance of your machine designs.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist - Linear Actuators, Thomson

Do your linear motion designs require more speed? Increased load capacity? Or both with a high or continuous duty cycle? If you haven't already been specifying precision linear actuators (PLAs), it is time you learned more about the many advantages they can deliver to your machine designs. These electric-driven solutions combine durability, performance and ease of use for a wide range of applications. This webinar explores the many features and benefits of these actuators, and look at why designers are finding it easier than ever to make the move to electric from other technologies such as pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Watch this 30-minute presentation, and you'll learn:

• The key features and benefits of PLAs that make an impact on your linear motion designs.
• Why PLAs are easy to integrate with modern programmable controls.
• How PLAs achieve lower maintenance and energy costs, and a cleaner, healthier and safer working environment compared to other actuator technologies.
• The ideal applications for PLAs.

Presenter: Anders Karlsson, Product Line Specialist - Linear Actuators, Thomson

Thomson’s PC Series is leading the way by providing one of the most compact and powerful electromechanical linear actuator series. Get to know why and join this webinar which will cover:

• Cost and performance benefits from using electromechanical actuators in comparison to pneumatic equivalents.
• Benefits of PC Series electromechanical linear actuators and how they provide greater power density in a smaller package and more than four times more service life than other electromechanical alternatives.
• Technical insight and step-by-step guide to correctly size and select your actuator.
• Q&A

Presenter(s): Niklas Sjöström, Product Line Manager, Systems Group EMEA & Asia

Add a new design option to your precision linear motion toolbox. Screw jacks offer your applications a host of benefits, including power, reliability, precision and flexibility.

Presenters: Markus Brändle, Product Line Specialist – Screws, Screw Jacks and LB&G, Thomson Gerardin Fotso, Application Engineer – Screw Jacks, Thomson