For many industrial clients, choosing between pneumatic and electric actuators for a particular application can be a tough decision. Each actuator has a certain set of advantages and disadvantages, which can add to the performance of an application. The question of whether one actuator is better than another has been argued about for years. However,
Recreational vehicles have become among a popular choice for travelling across the country. It can provide the safety and comfort of a home while being on the road. The continual growth of the RV industry has led to the rise of the use of linear actuators in many RV applications. Let us take a look
Linear actuators used in the food industry need to be tough enough to handle the rigorous challenges of everyday functioning. They also need to be resilient to regular wash-downs including rigorous water sprays and harsh chemicals. Since all equipment used in the food industry need to adhere to hygiene norms, the actuators need to be
Preventive maintenance is extremely important for all your machines and components especially linear actuators. It helps reduce downtime associated with reactive maintenance. Due to lower productivity rates associated with downtime, most manufacturers consider reactive maintenance to be extremely expensive. Preventive maintenance is a win-win situation. Here, you can increase the productivity of components, check them
The quality of the microprocessor used in a system will determine the quality of the product and its operational capability. Hence, it is vital to use products that are reliable and efficient. This is of special significance when dealing with security and safety, as seen in gates. All the products used in gates should be
Linear Actuators for the medical industry are used across several applications to provide precise movement. They are constructed sturdily to provide safe operation. Since, the components need to withstand prolonged or sudden movement, the construction should allow for such needs. The requirements of the medical industry in terms of automation are varied. Hence, the actuators
Traverse Speed The ball screws and bearings used in the linear actuator are the primary determinants of traverse speed and time. Typically, belt-driven linear actuators are faster than their ball screw, and linear bearing counterparts. Acceleration & Deceleration Rate In multi-positioning systems, acceleration by itself is not a crucial problem. The effect of acceleration on
Multiple Centre of Gravity Positions The center of gravity of the load that is moved keeps changing as it moves across the axes. For every position, the center of gravity with respect to the datum (home) point on the different axes needs to be calculated. As the load/ object travels across the system in accelerated
Guide to Choosing the Correct Linear Actuator The steps below will help you in choosing the correct linear actuator for single or multi-axis positioning systems: Application Arrangement & Outline This is a primary step that will dictate the outcome of the process, and outline the steps that follow. Here, you will have to decide on
Choosing the right linear actuator for single or multi-axis positioning systems can be difficult for most engineers and designers. Although, rotary actuators might seem like the simpler choice in terms of design and integration, it generally is not. Rotary Actuators vs. Linear Actuators If traditional systems of motion control like rotary actuators are used in
Choosing the right linear actuator for single or multi-axis positioning systems can be difficult for most engineers and designers. Although, rotary actuators might seem like the simpler choice in terms of design and integration, it generally is not. Rotary Actuators vs. Linear Actuators If traditional systems of motion control like rotary actuators are used in
In November 2014, Venture Mfg. Co. was awarded the role of authorized distributor for Byan Systems Inc. products. Today, Venture provides a complete line of gate operator products, as well as ancillary pre-wire products and industrial microprocessors. In this blog, we shall be discussing the G2M industrial microprocessor and pre-wire product. Industrial Grade G2M Microprocessor
We use actuators on a daily basis. Almost all of our devices utilize some sort of an actuator. Linear actuators provide movement (push and pull motion) to other objects. The movement is in the linear plane, hence the actuators are known as linear actuators. Many factors affect the functioning of a linear actuator. Here, we
Right angle gearboxes are used to reduce or increase the speed of an application. They are available in spur, helical, bevel, and worm types. Correcting misalignment in the gearboxes is of utmost importance. A laser alignment system can be used to read and provide the correct structure, position, and geometry of the shaft that is
Venture Mfg. Co. has been the leader in motion technology since 1971. Their ability to push the boundaries in the field of motion technology has allowed them to create precise functioning products with long-lasting results. Venture Mfg. Co. Linear Actuator Design With manufacturing facilities spread across 50,000 sq. ft. Combined with a team dedicated towards
Venture Mfg. Co. is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of linear actuator products. Their proprietary solutions for motion control ensure excellent performance and long-lasting operation. They offer high-precision equipment designed to enable multiple industries improve performance and increase productivity of applications. OEM Capabilities at Venture Mfg. Co. The facilitation of manufacturing processes has allowed Venture
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Actuators are now available in several designs with the ability to manage heavy-duty applications. Their functioning is not restricted to their design. With innovations in this field, heavy duty actuators are being designed in a compact fashion with higher efficiencies and performance capabilities. Power Usage of Heavy-Duty Actuators Heavy-duty actuators utilize several power sources depending
When placing an order of custom linear actuators, it is important to create a prototype first in order to fully understand its capabilities. The following points should be taken into consideration when designing a linear actuator prototype:
The prototype should also help you ascertain its efficiency and compatibility when in use. This can be done by testing the prototype a number of times. The tests will ensure its compatibility with different products and machines.
Before placing an order, you need to ensure that the prototype is being created with attention given to the size of the actuator and the type of external power source it will utilize.
With reference to the external power source, you can choose from electric, gear, DC, or stepper motor. Due importance should also be given to the application.
DC gear motors are useful in the smooth functioning of equipment used by individuals in their day-to-day lives as well as those in heavy industrial applications. DC gear motors are known for their high grade components, which provide precise operations in an application. These features make them the perfect choice for actuator applications. Examples of
In motion control applications, one requires a power system that can help provide smooth, controllable motion without any excessive power consumption. DC gear motors are the perfect solution for this requirement. DC gear motors simply require an electric current to create the electromechanical energy required to create motion in an application. How DC Gear Motors
As a crucial area of science, mechanical energy is making its presence felt through varied industrial applications every day. Linear actuators have become source of exploration for science and engineering enthusiasts, mostly because of their versatile ways of functioning. Linear actuators are industrial devices that generate mechanical motion in a straight line by converting energy
The numerous kinds of industrial applications require an equally wide range of technical and industrial equipment to meet the operational targets. A linear actuator is a kind of equipment that generates motion within a straight line, unlike an electric motor that produces circular motion. Here in this blog we would talk about 12v linear actuators
An actuator that is used to provide motion for secondary equipment with the help of an electric motor is ideally called an electric actuator. Unlike other types, this actuator uses electricity as its source of energy. Most electric actuators operate by using a gear arrangement to extend or retract the actuation arm. In most cases,
Venture Mfg. Co. is your premier destination for linear actuators and accessories. Since its inception in 1971, Venture Mfg. Co. has earned a strong reputation in the actuator manufacturing industry by providing fast, rugged, and reliable linear actuators. What sets Venture Mfg. Co. apart is that we provide a comprehensive range of linear actuator products:
Linear actuators are used in a variety of industrial applications ranging from automotive, manufacturing, and automation, to agriculture, solar tracking, and satellites. Standard actuators provide fast yet precise movements to support the smooth running of an application. However, many a time, there are applications that require the use of custom linear actuators that are designed
Linear actuators can be used as effective industrial solutions to increase overall operational efficiency. They can be found in applications in various industries such as healthcare, renewable energy, and manufacturing, to name only a few. The linear actuator industry is a highly specialized one, that requires vast amounts of knowledge and years of industrial experience.
An actuator can be defined as a mechanical device that transforms energy consumed from sources like electricity, hydraulic fluid, pneumatic pressure, air and water, into motion. Hence, actuators are considered to be of immense importance when it comes to applying force for a specific industrial application. In a similar way, actuators are machines meant to
Stepper motor actuators are among the popular types of actuators used in a variety of industries. The actuator uses a step method to perform a particular movement in an application. Unlike a linear actuator, which moves only in a perpendicular motion, stepper motor actuators move in rotating motions, which is performed using magnets. As its
A DC gear motor is a type of electrical motor, which runs on power supply from direct current. This motor is commutated mechanically. It is used to power various devices and appliances. DC motors are available in different sizes with varying capacities. What is the basic principle involved in the working of a DC motor?