PRT2 - the new ring and track system from HepcoMotion® -€¦ rings the changes
23/02/2011 HepcoMotion
HepcoMotion®'s PRT2 precision ring and track system may have only been on the market for a short time but it is already changing the way engineers think about solving circular motion problems.With so many options available in one product line it is hardly surprising that the new product is being received well.
Of course HepcoMotion® have been the leaders in this technology for many years and the need for an expanded range of options was being stated very clearly by the large customer base.
One of the favourite options being specified now is the new range of single edge rings with larger gear sizes across the full width of the ring. This is allowing customers to drive at higher speeds due to the superior driving forces that can now be applied. Size for size against the previous double edge gear driven ring, the increase in driving force can be as high as 8 x depending upon pinion selected.
Single edge rings are available up to 874mm diameter; compact and easy to install they can be driven either with gear on the inside or outside.
Orders are being seen across the whole size range but especially in the sizes under 500mm diameter.
Another popular choice is the expanded range of ring segments, now available in 13 different diameters up to 1.5 metres. Produced from double edge rings, typical applications can be seen on tool changing devices, in fact any application where movement through an arc is preferable. Segment angles are often 90 degrees but can be 45, 60, 120, and 180. The ring will be cut to suit.
When a segment is linked to a straight slide a "hockey stick" shape track system can be produced providing a cost effective method of achieving combined rotary and linear movement. This very concept is now in use by a major German machine tool manufacturer as the guidance element in their tool changing systems.
The HepcoMotion® complete ring and track system has always been a popular choice amongst designers requiring continuous or indexing motion, however, the new PRT2 option of offering additional drive components has led to an influx in enquiries. By making available individual components from the successful complete driven track system (DTS) customers are able to customise their design whilst using standard components.
Drive scrolls, carriage locking system for workstations, support beams, end mounting plates, drive pulleys and many other components can easily be incorporated into most customers' designs. The hours saved in design time by using already proven components can be considerable and will help customers complete their projects on time and to budget.
HepcoMotion
Lower Moor Business Park
Tiverton Way
Tiverton
Devon
EX16 6TG
Tel: +44 (0)1884 243400
Fax: +44 (0)1884 243399
Web: www.hepcomotion.com
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