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Parker ViX Replacement Options

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

For many applications that are currently using Parker’s old ViX drives and controller/drives, AllMotion’s EZ controller/drives may be a great update path. While the ViX had some unique features, most applications didn’t need them, which makes AllMotion’s smaller products probable options.

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Have You Outgrown Traditional Screw-Driven Actuators?

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

If you're building instruments that demand high-resolution positioning—think semiconductor inspection, digital pathology, or precision metrology—then you already know that not all linear stages are created equal.

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Implementing IIoT and Managing Expectation

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

There is still a sizeable gap between expectations from the end user perspective and the reality of what is possible tapping into the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Implementing the tools necessary is more than just flipping a switch.  There are specific challenges associated with this implementation; however, strategies have been developed to help bridge that gap.

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EC ELECYLINDER® 3-Position Mode Specification from IAI

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

Thanks to the EC ELECYLINDER® 3-position mode specification option, stops are possible not only at the forward and backward ends but also at intermediate positions. The cycle time can be shortened by stopping at intermediate positions.

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Navigating the Challenges of Motor Commutation

Submitted by Corey Foster & Bruce Ng || Valin Corporation

In the world of motion control, engineers often face the challenge of integrating different brands of drives and motors into a cohesive system. At first glance, mixing and matching equipment might not seem like a problem, especially if the sizes of the components line up. 

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Have You Considered These Factors for Belt Drive Applications?

Submitted by Dan Dal Colletto || Valin Corporation

When applying a belt drive, especially in vertical applications that involve significant loads, understanding the design considerations and potential failure points is crucial. Here, we explore the dynamics, considerations, and best practices for deploying belt drives in such demanding situations.

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ACS's Advanced Dynamic Focus Control Solution

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

Have you ever wished for sharper, clearer focus on your samples, regardless of surface variations or dynamic conditions?  AutoFocus technology offers a transformative solution, ensuring optimal focus precision for imaging and process equipment, even in challenging environments. 

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Parker Control Tech Tour is Hitting the Road

Valin and Parker are teaming up to host an exclusive event, showcasing process control products. Explore Parker's state-of-the art 68’ expandable tractor-trailer with a customized display room featuring flow, control, pressure and corrosion control products and solutions.

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The Art of the Crossover

Submitted by Corey Foster || Valin Corporation

Maintaining automated machines often requires replacing parts, but this process can be complicated by discontinued components, unavailability, or shipping delays. In such cases, decision-makers may seek alternative components, a process known as “doing a crossover.”

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