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Ball Screws

Ball Screw 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Lead Screws

Lead Screw 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Linear Actuators

Linear Actuator 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Precision Linear Actuators

Precision Linear Actuator 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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LinearRace Shafting

Shafting 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Linear Bearings

Linear Bearings 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Linear Guides: Round Rail

Round Rail Guide System 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Linear Guides: Profile Rail

Profile Rail Guide 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Linear Motion Systems

Linear Motion System 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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True Planetary Gearheads

True Planetary Gearhead 2D/3D models with downloads available in all major CAD formats...
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Thomson - How to use brakes and clutches

Selecting and Applying Clutches and Brakes
Easily achieve optimal performance

A wide variety of motion control applications require brakes and clutches for holding, stopping, indexing, or releasing a mechanical load.  

Wrap spring or electromagnetic friction clutches and brakes are the optimal choice for the vast majority of cases.  Clutches and brakes are selected to match dynamic and static characteristics including torque, speed, accuracy and other specifications.  

Selecting the right brakes for the application is vital to achieving needed performance.Learn how to correctly select and apply clutches and brakes for optimal performance and long service life in Selecting and Applying Clutches and Brakes as published in the February 2011 issue of Machine Design magazine.      >> Complete Article

Micron MOTIONEERING® Sizing, Selection, and Pricing Tool

Micron MOTIONEERING® Sizing, Selection, and Pricing Tool

Micron MOTIONEERING® is a complete web-based sizing, selection, and pricing application tool for Thomson's wide variety of gearhead products.  Two simple modes of operation make selection easy to perform.  After selecting a primary configuration for mounting and ratio, simply enter your application requirements for torque, speed, and load.  More advanced capabilities of motion profile and radial/axial force calculations can be performed.  Choose from a wide assortment of pre-configured motors or enter your own custom motor dimensions.  Program outputs include 3D model downloads, list prices, delivery times, and ordering information. 

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Sizing and Selection Mode of Operation

• Primary Configuration entries (mount, backlash, ratio requirements)
• Torque/Speed entries via manual inputs or by motion profile
• Radial and axial force and distances can be considered
• Motor selection by manufacturer or custom entry
• Application and entry summary
• Solution set includes specifications, list price, lead time

Gearhead by Model Number Mode of Operation

• Selection gearhead by family and design type
• Frame size and ratio selection
• Redimount kit generic configuration
• Pre-configured motor or custom entry

Corrosion-resistance and washdown-readiness from Thomson

Corrosion-resistance and washdown-readiness from Thomson
Contributing expertise and technology to the advancement of high-productivity food-processing applications.

Thomson Food Grade FluoroNyliner Bushing Bearings are designed for use in food processing, pharmaceutical and medical applications. The corrosion resistant sleeve is stainless steel, while the self lubricating liner is FDA and USDA compliant.

• The first stainless steel, corrosion resistant self lubricating bushing bearing with FDA compliant liner materials.
• It can be run on soft shafting such as Thomson "corrosion proof" 316 Stainless Steel or Ultra Light

Learn more about the Thomson Fluoronylinern Bushing Bearings

Thomson has developed proven component solutions to optimize the following applications:
·  Accumulators ·  Bag fillers ·  Blenders ·  Capsule fillers ·  Choppers ·  Conveyors ·  Cookers ·  Cup fillers ·  Cutters ·  Deboners ·  Dumpers ·  Elevators ·  Extruders ·  Fillers ·  Form, fill and seal ·  Heat exchanges ·  Injectors Loaders ·  Material handling/palletizers ·  Meat processing ·  Mixers ·  Ovens ·  Patty formers ·  Pick and place ·  Pouch machines ·  Presses/cutters ·  Scales ·  Separators ·  Slicers  Download the Thomson Food-Processing Brochure.

How to "Green" an Application - While Saving Money and Improving Safety

Actuators offer environmental benefits

Thomson has available a new technical training video that demonstrates the advantages of Industrial Linear Actuators over hydraulic systems.  The video directly addresses issues such as contamination, temperature, safety, economy, maintenance, integration and system size.  Also included is a demonstration of application data acquisition techniques and their use in optimizing customer applications. 

View Industrial Linear Actuators vs. Hydraulic Systems to learn more about how utilizing electric actuators instead of hydraulic systems can "green" an application, while saving money and improving safety.