24th September 2026
When machine builders are specifying motion systems, it is easy to get caught up on the numbers. Torque, speed, power density, and price are all clear, measurable factors, and they provide a straightforward way to compare components. But in modern machine design, these figures rarely tell the full story.
10th September 2026
In motion system design, a great deal of attention goes into choosing the right motor and the right drive. Far less tends to go into what connects them, or into where those drives are placed.
13th August 2026
In industrial facilities where 400–480V three-phase power is standard, machine builders are often faced with a different kind of challenge. It is not a question of whether to use high voltage but how to design motion systems that work effectively within that environment without introducing unnecessary complexity.
28th July 2026
In many automation set-ups, safety still operates on a simple on/off binary – the machine is either running, or it isn’t. This means when human operators need access to the space around the machine, power is completely cut and all motion comes to a halt until they leave again and the system is reset.
2nd July 2026
When designing machines, ingress protection is often treated as a simple hierarchy. Higher numbers seem to mean better protection, and better protection seems to mean better engineering. In practice, however, the issue is rarely that straightforward.
14th May 2026
From simplified control to high-voltage performance up to 4 kW, the expanded Kollmorgen Essentials portfolio makes it easier to design, deploy and scale affordable motion systems.
7th May 2026
It wasn’t too long ago that hazardous zones and production zones were reasonably well separated. The areas where explosive gases, vapors, or combustible dusts were present tended to stay in their own very specific environments, and the equipment operating in those areas was specified accordingly. Today, however, that distinction is less clear.
21st April 2026
When it comes to automation systems, complexity tends to grow faster than performance. Each new generation of machines promises higher precision, greater flexibility, and faster commissioning – but the reality is that these ambitions often translate into more wiring, more configuration, and more integration headaches.
16th April 2026
RADFORD, VA., April 16, 2026 — Kollmorgen Corporation, a global leader in motion control and automation solutions, has expanded the application range of its Kollmorgen Essentials™ Servo Drive (KED) to include hygienic and washdown environments.
19th March 2026
Electric motors are the workhorses of modern industry. From packaging and assembly to robotics and material handling, almost every motion depends on them. Studies suggest that motors account for around two-thirds of all electricity consumed in industry[1]. Even small gains in efficiency therefore have a measurable impact — not only in energy costs but also in meeting wider environmental and regulatory goals.