The ERDP Remote Drive replaces solenoids with an electronic drive that redirects exhaust air into a closed-loop fluidic system, allowing recovered energy to assist in driving the actuator during subsequent cycles.
In this month’s “New & Noteworthy,” read about a new direct-drive linear transfer system and other motion control technologies that promise to boost the performance of your next automation project.
Back in the day, engineers didn’t have many options for moving an object from one point to another in a straight line. These days, engineers have a wealth of options.
The choice of pneumatic or electric actuators involves an evaluation of performance, component costs, system costs and productivity gains. Each has inherent advantages and disadvantages. Perhaps one of these new motion control products can play a role in your next machine design.
The ERDP Remote Drive from PHD Inc. electrically powers pneumatic grippers, clamps, and short-travel linear actuators, independent of factory air systems. Unlike a conventional pneumatic system, the remote drive and attached actuators form a closed-loop system with no air exhausted during operation.