The process of sizing and selecting ball screws can be a long and tedious one in which there's a significant risk of having to start from scratch due to misapplication.

Before specifying and installing a round or square linear guide rail into your design, it is vital that you understand the key differences between the two technologies and how the application environment will impact performance and life.

Can't find the just-right ball screw solution to match your application requirements? No need to worry. Watch this webinar on customization capabilities, and you'll learn the modification and customization options available to you and more!

With advanced control capabilities, environmental resistance and strength that rivals linear components many times their size, select electric actuators are destined to be your go-to solution for many of your demanding applications.

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.

Why are lead screws such a popular choice for precision linear applications? Learn not only their long list of benefits but how you can put these components to work for your design projects and applications.

Maximize the performance and life of your linear motion systems by knowledgeably choosing the optimal shafting. All it takes is becoming familiar with a few key considerations.

Learn why you should be considering a high-load ball screw over standard ball screws for your next linear motion application.

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Learn why self-contained hydraulic actuators are becoming the popular solution for design engineers.

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Incorrect application of the technology is one of the most common and costly mistakes made when sizing linear actuators. Get it right the first time using a newly developed online tool that uses application-specific questions to quickly and easily guide..

Once smart actuation is introduced into your factory's automation process, the benefits are immediate and exponential. Increased flexibility, enhanced control capabilities, decreased energy usage, improved safety and ergonomics, and many more...

Controlling a linear actuator over a network communication bus opens the door to breakthrough opportunities in machine design. More control, monitoring and feedback options can eliminate the need for separate controls. These options will also simplify...