Eltrex Motion - Thomson Electrification

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In this video, we showcase the strong and exponential trend towards linear actuators and motion control applications. While this change has been gradual, traditional technologies, despite their drawbacks, have long been the go-to for heavy-duty applications due to their load-handling capabilities.
Today, electric actuators not only match the high power of their competitors but also offer smart, eco-friendly features that pave the way for next-generation linear actuation. Traditionally, fluid power systems like hydraulics and pneumatics were used in applications requiring a lot of muscle, but they come with significant drawbacks and costs.
Hydraulic systems can be unnecessarily complex, with numerous components adding to each axis, increasing the risk of failure and consuming valuable space. Additionally, they generate distracting noise, high energy consumption, and associated costs. Safety concerns also arise due to the use of fluids, which can be toxic, contaminating, and pose various hazards.
Electrification with linear actuators provides a solution to these problems and offers many benefits that other technologies cannot. All functionality is built into a compact housing, saving space and adding design flexibility. Electric actuators are connected with just a few wires, eliminating the need for complex hydraulic systems. They are also maintenance-free, with no fluids to leak or contaminate the environment, and produce little to no noise.
The Advanced Control and Diagnostic Suite integrated into the PCB design allows for communication with other machines in the network, providing speed and force feedback, position control, and diagnostics. Recent advancements in electric actuators, such as Thomson’s Electric XT, now handle larger loads and offer increased life expectancy and duty cycles.
In situations where the actuator is stuck or in an awkward position, manual override functionality allows for easy adjustment. Electric actuators have also caught up to hydraulics in shock load handling, thanks to integrated dampening features.
Designed to withstand harsh environments, these actuators continue to drive the trend towards electrification. Thomson is at the forefront, offering simple, clean, and powerful actuators with advanced controllability and safety features.