Why Use a Motion Controller?

Electric cylinders are revolutionizing linear motion. Unlike hydraulic and pneumatic systems, they run on electricity, eliminating hoses, valves, and the inevitable leaks. Joining us today is Anecia Hoffield, our Servo Product Manager. She'll take us on a quick tour of our newest electric cylinder, the LM3S.

Co-op programs can be a vital bridge between higher education and the work world. SEW-EURODRIVE takes training the next generation seriously through its sales and engineering co-op programs. Today, Clemson University co-op Kenny Lambert joins us to talk about his experiences. As he discovered, you can learn a lot of interesting things through a co-op program!

When you think of gearboxes, do you picture low output speeds and high torque? That's true for many applications, but not all. Corporate trainer Chris White joins us today to explore low-ratio gearboxes that have higher output speeds and lower torques. As you'll discover, SEW-EURODRIVE offers you many choices when you're shopping for a low-ratio gearbox!

SEW-EURODRIVE sells many different gearboxes, so knowing what each does best can be challenging. Joining us today is corporate trainer Chris Conley, who will explain the similarities and differences between the K, S, and R series.

What's the difference between a PLC and a motion controller? Why do some SEW-EURODRIVE MOVI-C® products need a motion controller? And what advantages do motion controllers give to your applications? Wonder no longer! Joining us today is Product and Application Engineer Joey Page who will talk us through this topic, answering these questions and more.

Does SEW-EURODRIVE offer low-voltage DC solutions? It may surprise you to know that the answer is a definite YES. Joining us today is product manager Daniel Paganini who's going to talk about MOVIMOT® performance ELV (extra-low voltage). Daniel will explain how this product fits neatly into many applications, including those that incorporate both low and high voltage drives. He'll also reveal how flexible and powerful these products are.

Heard the rumors? The P.A.L. has arrived! What's the P.A.L., you ask? Application engineer Nate Impreso joins our host today to tell us about this incredible new training tool for MOVI-C® products.

When you read the specs for electrical and electronic equipment, does that mysterious "IP rating" puzzle you? What's the difference between IP20 and IP66? Quite a lot, actually! Joining us today, we have corporate trainer Don Congdon, who will explain those confusing IP ratings. You'll discover what they mean, and, more importantly, what they don't mean.

SEW-EURODRIVE's DriveRadar® sounds futuristic—and it is! But it's actually an umbrella term for several technologies and services. Joining us today is Product Manager for DriveRadar® APPredict Brittany Martin. She'll explain condition monitoring and the industries best served by it. Then, she'll talk about DriveRadar® APPredict, which is perfect for monitoring your new or existing Series 7 / 9 gearboxes.

Perhaps you've seen the link for Online Support on SEW-EURODRIVE's website and wondered what it was. Turns out, it's a LOT of things. Drive selection. Quotations. Startup information. Maintenance assistance. Troubleshooting. Documents. And a whole lot more. Online Support Product Manager Courtney Lee joins us today to explain all the things you can do with this powerful tool.