Linear Guideways

Not all motion needs are linear, which is where PRT (Precision Ring and Track), DTS, and commercial product lines come in. The PRT line offers rotary systems, while the DTS line offers actuated rotary systems. For customers seeking a more economical rotary system not requiring high accuracy, the commercial series offers a great alternative.

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HDRT combines the flexibility and function of the PRT Ring Slide and Track system with the size and strength of the HDS product line to support loads of up to 40kN (8,992 pounds).

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DTS utilizes oval and rectangular track systems and provides actuation by means of a high tensile strength timing belt. Motion may either be continuous or intermittent to fit customer needs. Carriages are often fixed to the timing belt at equal pitch lengths, and in the event that a carriage’s path is impeded, it will disengage from the drive. DTS may also be mounted to high strength aluminum beams. These DTS positioning table systems are fully compatible with extrusion framing. Other accessories and options include AC geared motors, IEC frame gearboxes, pulley bearing units, trip latches, and sensor mounting brackets.

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Roller guideway for the machine tool industry.

High rigidity, great dynamic and static load carrying capacity, outstanding running smoothness and the total enclosure of the carriage are the main features of the MONORAIL guideway. These properties result in higher machining rates while enhancing geometrical accuracy and surface quality of the machined workpieces. Our highly rigid MONORAIL provides improved vibration behavior, smaller vibration amplitudes and thus extends tool life.

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BM ball guideways are reliable components for the entire range of industrial applications.

SCHNEEBERGER's MONORAIL BM linear ball guides features excellent dynamic properties and many commercial benefits. Designed with a small number of cleverly arranged components, it provides for excellent running properties due to the small number of transitions in the ball tracks, which lead to very quiet running, low pulsation and low friction as well as high travel speeds. The use of a trapezoidal rail section results in an extremely rigid guideway coupled with a substantial reduction in servicing time as additional wipers can be changed without dismantling the carriage. Complete sealing of the carriage guarantees maximum reliability coupled with a long service life. This robust and economical guideway rounds off SCHNEEBERGER's range of products for industrial applications with high demands on speed, reliability and consistent running properties.

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Ball guideway in corrosion-resistant steel for the food industry, clean room applications and more.

They were developed specially for specifications which would exceed the requirements of ordinary coatings for linear guideways. This is the case when the performance of the product is impaired by corrosion during processes. In applications such as machines for foodstuffs, medical technology and cleanrooms, or vacuum applications, MONORAIL BM WR/SR products ensure that the operation of linear axes is clean, accurate, long-term and free of problems. Furthermore, the MONORAIL WR/SR has the same tried and tested properties of the MONORAIL BM, such as the most effective operating characteristics, high travel speeds and a long operating life.

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Schneeberger offers linear guideway systems - profiled linear guideways with integrated rack and pinion drive

Schneeberger's MONORAIL BZ systems are high-precision linear guide systems with integral rack drive, based on the company's proven MONORAIL BM profile guideways with balls. The design of the MONORAIL BZ provides for superb operating characteristics, high load-bearing capacity and rigidity together with a long service life thanks to the use of the tried-and-tested MONORAIL BM profile guideway and to the high transmittable forces, smooth running and optimum positioning accuracy offered by ground, hardened and precise helical gearing of superlative quality.

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MINIRAIL / MINI-XMiniature guideways are compact and precise for maximum productivity

They are extremely robust. Their smooth running precision and reliability are demonstrated in every application. The design, material selection and surface finish of the recirculation element and ball entry zone, guarantee low pulsation and therefore a smooth ride. The range includes eight rail widths which can be combined with up to four carriage sizes.

Nadella is specialized in the design and production of linear guide rail and rollers, divided into heavy and light load families, suitable for all applications where high speed and low noise are required and the operating environment is very aggressive. Our rails can be supplied with a single length of 6 meters, can be cut and drilled according to the customers’ needs and can be jointed together.

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Nexen’s Precision Linear Motion technology is a combination of very high precision linear drive systems, compact harmonic gearheads, and high force brakes located at the drive motor or the linear guide system. Nexen provides zero backlash from the servo motor all the way through the linear drive system.

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Nexen’s Precision Rotary Motion technology is a combination of very high precision rotary drive systems, compact harmonic gearheads, high torque rotary brakes, and mechanical torque limiters all delivering zero backlash.

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Power transmission requires torque and Nexen products provide torque in a wide variety of clutches, brakes, torque limiters and coupling products. Nexen air actuated products are more efficient and economical than electrically actuated products of the same size. Air, unlike electricity, does not generate heat during engagement. Less heat allows greater torque transmission and efficiency. Nexen’s simple designs are easy to use and maintain. When properly applied these products have a long service life making the cost of ownership much less than competitive products.

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Web control systems include tension control and web guide systems for the web industry.

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MONORAIL AMSA 3B is an integrated measuring system for distance measurement for use on all protected machine tool axes with high demands on system precision. Mechanically the AMSA 3B is based on SCHNEEBERGER’s MR MONORAIL roller guide with lengths up to 6 meters. The integration of the measurement system allows very compact axes to be put together.

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MONORAIL AMSD 3B is an integrated magneto-resistive measuring system for distance measurement based on the MONORAIL MR profile guideway with an incremental, digital interface. The AMSA 3B is the starting point for this product. The profile rails are thus identical and are compatible with both AMSA 3B and AMSD 3B.

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MONORAIL AMSA 4B is an integrated magneto-resistive measuring system for distance measurement based on the MONORAIL BM profile ball guideway with an analog voltage interface. These products are preferred for use in applications that make major demands on travelling speed and accuracy. No additional assembly or adjustment of the measuring system is required, which is reflected by cost savings in machine design, manufacture and servicing.

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MONORAIL AMSD 4B is an integrated magneto-resistive measuring system for distance measurement based on the MONORAIL BM profile guideway with an incremental, digital interface. The AMSA 4B is the starting point for this product. The section rails are thus identical and are compatible with both AMSA 4B and AMSD 4B.

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The product AMSABS 3B for roller guideways now combines proven magneto-resistive measuring technology with an absolute digital interface.

With the MONORAIL AMSABS 4B, SCHNEEBERGER provides an integrated measuring system for absolute distance measurement for use in automation engineering, mechanical handling technology and machine tool engineering, whereby high force absorption and precise distance measurements are required in small assembly spaces. From a mechanical point of view, the AMSABS 4B is based on the MONORAIL BM roller guide up to a length of 6m. The distance measurement system’s compact housing facilitates the construction of highly compact axes.

AMSA 3L "The product for all lengths" is now made possible by highly accurate machining and measurement of the rails. A special design of the rail ends for butt joints, when used in combination with the AMSA 3L reading head, allows the carriage to run over the butt joint, so that measuring axes of any desired length can be constructed.