Manufacturing of highly efficient photovoltaic systems is marching on. A Korean development sets a new benchmark not only in respect to the efficiency of the solar cell itself, but also “condenses” the sunlight and multiply concentrates it. The result is an outstandingly power dense system designed to most advantageously harvest energy from a so far still sparsely used natural resource. Maxon supplies the drives for continuous tracking of the actual solar position. Read the rest of this entry »

German manufacturer Maxon Motor has recently launched 2 sterilizable minimotors, ideal for medical applications. Read the rest of this entry »

The international trade fair for automation technology Motek takes place 21st through 24th of September 2009 at the Stuttgart Exhibition Centre. Motek expects more than 900 exhibitors; between them, many gearmotors manufacturers. Read the rest of this entry »

The low noise coaxial-drive (Koaxdrive) KD 32 planetary gearhead is setting new standards in operating noise and torque levels. Measuring 32mm in diameter and with a torque of 6.5Nm, it is ideal for use in noise-sensitive, highly demanding applications. Read the rest of this entry »