Aerotech Motion Control News

Registration Now Open for ASPE Spring Meeting: Control of Precision Systems

11 Mar 2010

The third meeting on the Control of Precision Systems by the American Society for Precision Engineering will take place April 11 - 13 at MIT, and will focus on new developments in feedback control as applied to precision systems.

Understanding PV Panel-Scribing Motion Platforms

11 Mar 2010

In the push for clean, renewable energy at a manageable price point, photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers require production systems that provide exceptionally high throughput as well as the highest possible uptime. One process tool key to reducing cost by increasing throughput is the scribing platform. Focusing on key technologies and selecting a partner that is familiar with these technologies is vital to providing a scribing system with the lowest total cost of ownership.

Visit Us at Laser World of Photonics China

18 Feb 2010

Aerotech will be exhibiting the next generation of hermetic seam welding technology for medical device manufacturing at Laser World of Photonics China, Booth #6127.

ANT130-XY Allows Large-Travel, Nanoscale Accuracy in Two Dimensions (X and Y)

18 Feb 2010

Aerotech's latest nano-Technology cross-roller-bearing, direct drive, dual-axis stage features best-in-class resolution and exceptional in-position stability for large travel stages.

Aerotech to Exhibit Next Generation Hermetic Seam Welder at MD&M West

04 Feb 2010

Aerotech will be exhibiting the next generation of hermetic seam welding technology for medical device manufacturing at MD&M West, Booth #2964.

Optimizing Solar Manufacturing Through Robotics and Automation

04 Feb 2010

Gain insight into how solar cell manufacturers are leveraging the latest precision motion control technologies, robotics, networked automation inspection stations, and automation solutions to make more units at a lower cost.

Noncontact Pick-and-Place for Micrometer-Sized Components

22 Jan 2010

Because millimeter- or micrometer-sized optoelectronic components are typically too fragile for traditional "pick and place" contact methods, new noncontact – or "lase and place" – methods have been developed at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory. To achieve the required precision, the lase-and-place system depends on advanced motion-control technology from Aerotech.

Visit Us at Photonics West Booth #1430

22 Jan 2010

We invite you to join us at the 2010 Photonics West exhibition. Read on for a preview of the products we will showcase at this year's event.

Visit Us at Photonics West Booth #1430

07 Jan 2010

We invite you to join us at the 2010 Photonics West exhibition. Read on for a preview of the products we will showcase at this year's event.

PRO Series: 68 Choices for Affordable Positioning

07 Jan 2010

Aerotech PRO Series hard-cover, side-sealed linear stages offer smooth, accurate motion at an attractive price. With 68 models to choose from – including high-speed models for applications requiring up to 1400 mm/s – the PRO Series can meet virtually any application requirements.

New Product Alert: AirLift 115 Series Vertical Translation Stages

17 Dec 2009

Aerotech's AirLift 115 Air-Bearing Vertical Translation Stage was designed to address the most significant limitation of conventional wedge-style vertical lift stages: angular performance. Read on to find out how the AirLift 115 can provide superior angular performance for your application.

How to Select and Install Air-Bearing Stages

17 Dec 2009

High-precision test, measurement, and manufacturing operations often require smooth, frictionless, low-maintenance motion control systems. This article will review the fundamental operation of air bearings, discuss their advantages and disadvantages, and provide some guidance for selecting, installing, and operating these systems at the highest possible performance.

Motion Controller Comparison Chart

03 Dec 2009

Aerotech provides a controller solution to fit almost any need. Not sure which one is right for your application? Consult the Motion Controller Comparison Chart to find out more.

Solutions for Laser Cutting Applications

03 Dec 2009

There are many advantages of laser cutting over mechanical cutting. Applications such as flat sheet processing, ceramic and diamond cutting, and tube processing benefit from the higher cut quality and smaller heat affected zone.

You Are Invited to the ASPE Spring Meeting: Control of Precision Systems

12 Nov 2009

Dr. Stephen Ludwick, Director of Manufacturing will present "Fundamentals of Precision System Control" at the American Society for Precision Engineering 2010 Spring Topical Meeting. This full-day tutorial will present an overview of the control of precision systems, from the viewpoint of practical applications of control principles.

Photovoltaic Solutions Brochure Now Online

12 Nov 2009

View or download the PDF of our latest industry brochure: Automation Solutions for Solar Panel Inspection and Scribing. The brochure features Aerotech's solar cell manufacturing or testing platforms, ranging from small format systems for R&D to full-size production panel processing systems.

ICALEO 2009: Hermetic Seam Welding Demonstration

29 Oct 2009

Join Aerotech at ICALEO 2009 in Orlando, Florida on November 2-5, where we will demonstrate one of our latest developments in laser processing.

Aerotech's Overview Video Highlights Corporate Milestones

29 Oct 2009

Aerotech takes you on a visual tour of our state-of-the-art facilities with special emphasis on market-specific capabilities, our award-winning product lines, and worldwide customer service.

Exhibiting Motion Control Around the Globe

15 Oct 2009

This October and November, Aerotech will participate in Trade Show events across the globe. Find us in your part of the world for demonstrations of our precision motion control and positioning components.

See New Engineered Systems in the Latest Edition of Aerotech's Resource Guide

15 Oct 2009

Aerotech's updated Resource Guide features new engineered systems including a Solar Panel Scribing System, a Four-Axis Ion Beam Optics Polishing System, and a Direct-Drive Open-Aperture Z Stage. Read on for more information and to view the products.

Hermetic Seam Welding Video

01 Oct 2009

Watch Aerotech's HermeSys? 4-axis, high-throughput, seam-welding system in action. The HermeSys? is tailored specifically for the cardiac pacemaker laser-welding process. Our latest video demonstrates the system at work.

Visit Aerotech at Pack Expo and Semicon Europa

01 Oct 2009

Visit Aerotech at Pack Expo and Semicon Europa this year, where we will showcase our latest product developments.

Design News' Golden Mousetrap Awards Honor Three of Aerotech's Products

17 Sep 2009

Design News' Golden Mousetrap Awards are reserved for the most innovative and creative engineering designs of the year. Aerotech is honored to be a finalist in the Motion Control/Automation category three times over this year.

Visit Aerotech at ASPE's 24th Annual Meeting

17 Sep 2009

The American Society for Precision Engineering's Annual Meeting is the premier international conference for machine design, metrology, applied control systems, and high-tolerance manufacturing. This year Aerotech will present our line of nanotechnology stages.

Great Deals on Surplus Products

03 Sep 2009

Get great deals on surplus products, demo equipment, or discontinued parts and components. Visit our Customer Service Department online for a complete list of our current offerings, or read on to see our Featured Deal.

In Search of Dark Energy: Aerotech Plants its Flag at the South Pole

03 Sep 2009

Aerotech is proud to be an integral part of the largest telescope ever deployed at the South Pole. The ten-meter diameter South Pole Telescope (SPT) is a tool that allows astronomers to explore dark energy, the gravitationally repulsive force that many believe is accelerating the expansion of our universe.

Automation Control Solutions Brochure Available in Japanese

20 Aug 2009

We have recently translated our latest brochure, Automation Control Solutions, into Japanese. This brochure highlights Aerotech's complete lines of high-performance automation controllers and software, drives, linear and rotary motors, and the benefits and features of each.

LLNL wins an R&D 100 Award and Aerotech is Part of the Team

20 Aug 2009

The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's (LLNL) Precision Robotic Assembly Machine for Building Nuclear Fusion Ignition Targets has been selected by an independent judging panel and editors of R&D Magazine as one of the 100 most technologically significant products introduced in the past year... and Aerotech motion products helped make it happen!

Pan & Tilt Mounts Expand Product Line for Security, Defense, and Surveillance

29 Jul 2009

Building on Aerotech's extensive experience in building gimbals, optical mounts, and motion simulators for the military, government agencies, academic institutions, and private industry, the APT series of high-precision pan and tilt mounts expands our product line to further meet the needs of the security, defense, and surveillance markets worldwide.

Stages Refurbished and Recertified By The Pros

29 Jul 2009

We can refurbish and recertify almost any Aerotech stage to original specifications for a fraction of the cost of buying a new or similar replacement stage.

PRO165LM Linear Stage Offers Cost-Effective Precision Performance

16 Jul 2009

The PRO165LM is a high-performance linear motor stage that is as accurate as it is versatile, providing a cost-effective alternative for precision applications.

Ensemble, Soloist, and A3200 Now Include Handy Quick-Start Guides

16 Jul 2009

Enjoy easier setup and configuration with the help of the step-by-step instructions in each custom guide.

Visit Aerotech's Updated Customer Service Portal

02 Jul 2009

Aerotech has a wealth of technical information to support you and the products you purchased. Now even more features are available to help you find your answers quickly.

1 nm Resolution, 50 nm Repeatability, 250 nm Accuracy, and 3 nm In-Position Stability with Aerotech's Latest Long-Travel Nanopositioner

02 Jul 2009

Aerotech's ANT130-L nano Motion Technology (nMT) stages feature nanometer resolution, repeatability, accuracy, and in-position stability, all while offering travels from 25 to 160 mm. With its low profile and outstanding performance characteristics, the ANT130-L is the ultimate solution for high-accuracy alignment, inspection, positioning, and measurement stations.

Enhanced Throughput Module Significantly Improves Dynamic Performance of High-Dynamic Motion Systems

19 Jun 2009

Aerotech's Enhanced Throughput Module (ETM) improves the positioning performance of high-dynamic motion systems by directly measuring the unwanted motion of the machine base and communicating this information back to the controller.

Discounted Clearance Items

19 Jun 2009

The ATS115 (now called PRO115) is Aerotech's smallest hard cover, side-sealed stage design. Competitive pricing coupled with Aerotech's reputation for producing high-quality linear motion devices make the ATS115 an attractive stage for medium-performance applications.

Aerotech Brochures Now in German, French, and Korean

19 Jun 2009

Many Aerotech brochures are now available in a variety of languages including English, German, French, and Korean. Each of our brochures provides a wealth of information on motion control solutions designed for your specific market.