Aerospace & Defense

Success Stories
Animatronic Targets
Animatronic Targets
Product Family: Pneumatic
Products Used: MXP Rodless Cylinder
Residential Security Bollard
Residential Security Bollard
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: ERD Rod Cylinder
Security Wedge Barrier
Security Wedge Barrier
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: RSA Rod Actuator
Aerospace Clamp Welding
Aerospace Clamp Welding
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: RSA32
Aerospace Welding
Aerospace Welding
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: IMA33 (Stainless Steel) Rod-Style Electric Actuator
Flight Simulation Training Pod
Flight Simulation Training Pod
Challenge: Open and close door panels on a Flight Simulator
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: MXE Solid Bearing Screw Actuator
Munitions Assembly
Munitions Assembly
Challenge: Aerospace/Munitions assembly rail and transport system
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: B3W Linear Belt-Drive Actuator
Thermo Conductive IR Scanning
Thermo Conductive IR Scanning
Challenge: Actuator for full body IR scanning, Thermo Scanning systems - Security.
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: MXB-P Heavy Duty Linear Actuator
Motion Simulation
Motion Simulation
Challenge: Replace an existing hydraulic system with an electric actuator to simulate vibrations and other distubances in a motion simulator.
Product Family: IMA Integrated Motor Actuator
Products Used: IMA44
Bullet Press/Former
Bullet Press/Former
Challenge: A bullet manufacturer wanted to replace an existing hydraulic system on their bullet press/former with electric actuators.
Product Family: Electric Rod-Style Actuator
Products Used: RSX
Animatronic Targets
Animatronic Targets
Product Family: Pneumatic
Products Used: MXP Rodless Cylinder
Residential Security Bollard
Residential Security Bollard
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: ERD Rod Cylinder
Security Wedge Barrier
Security Wedge Barrier
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: RSA Rod Actuator
Aerospace Clamp Welding
Aerospace Clamp Welding
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: RSA32
Aerospace Welding
Aerospace Welding
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: IMA33 (Stainless Steel) Rod-Style Electric Actuator
Flight Simulation Training Pod
Flight Simulation Training Pod
Challenge: Open and close door panels on a Flight Simulator
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: MXE Solid Bearing Screw Actuator
Munitions Assembly
Munitions Assembly
Challenge: Aerospace/Munitions assembly rail and transport system
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: B3W Linear Belt-Drive Actuator
Thermo Conductive IR Scanning
Thermo Conductive IR Scanning
Challenge: Actuator for full body IR scanning, Thermo Scanning systems - Security.
Product Family: Electric
Products Used: MXB-P Heavy Duty Linear Actuator
Motion Simulation
Motion Simulation
Challenge: Replace an existing hydraulic system with an electric actuator to simulate vibrations and other distubances in a motion simulator.
Product Family: IMA Integrated Motor Actuator
Products Used: IMA44
Bullet Press/Former
Bullet Press/Former
Challenge: A bullet manufacturer wanted to replace an existing hydraulic system on their bullet press/former with electric actuators.
Product Family: Electric Rod-Style Actuator
Products Used: RSX
Resources
Actuators for Active Security Barriers
Actuators for Active Security Barriers

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OEM Actuator Solutions Brochure
OEM Actuator Solutions Brochure

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Machine Design webinar "Webinar: Electric Actuator Know-How for Machine Design Engineers"

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Products

MXP-N Internal Bearing Compact Air Cylinders

MXP-N internal bearing compact air cylinder offers a space-saving design over typical rod type air cylinders.

RSA-ST Electric Linear Rod Actuators

Replace pneumatic or hydraulic cylinders with increased performance and longer life. Forces up to 4,040 lbf (40.3 kN).

MXP-S Long Stroke Pneumatic Air Cylinder

The MXP-S solid bearing long stroke pneumatic air cylinder offers a large carrier mounting pattern for load stability.

RSA-HT Heavy Duty, High Force Electric Rod Actuators

High force, heavy duty electric rod actuators ideal for mounting large motors. Replace hydraulic cylinders with the RSA-HT with a roller screw option in challenging environments. Forces up to 13,000 lbf (58.0 kN).

MXP-P Profiled Rail Air Actuator

MXP-P profiled rail air actuators offer high load carrying capacities, low profile and smooth motion.

RSX Extreme Force Electric Linear Actuators

Hydraulic-class electric linear actuators that are roller screw driven, and provide extreme forces, precision, and long life. Ideal for hydraulic replacement. Forces up to 50,000 lbf (222.2 kN).

ERD Low-cost Electric Cylinders for Pneumatic Cylinder Replacement

Economical electric rod cylinder that is compatible with NEMA & metric mount stepper and servo motors. Ideal for pneumatic replacement. Forces up to 500 lbf (2.2 kN).

IMA-S Hygienic Integrated Stainless Steel Servo Actuators

Combines a hygienic electric rod actuator and motor into one package. It is IP69K, built with 316 SST, and works with 3rd party drives and accessories. Forces up to 2,500 lbf (11.1 kN).

IMA Linear Servo Actuators

Electric rod actuator integrated with a servo motor in a single, compact design that integrates with 3rd party drives and accessories. Forces up to 6,900 lbf (30.6 kN).

MXB-P Heavy Duty Linear Actuator

Linear actuator that uses a profiled rail bearing and belt drive train to move heavy loads at high speeds. Loads up to 1,290 lbs (586 kg).

MXE-S Screw Actuators

Screw driven electric rodless design with solid bearing carrier for a long service life ideal for moderate loads. Loads up to 520 lbs (236 kg).

B3W Linear Belt-Drive Actuators

B3W linear belt drive actuators have an enclosed ball bearing design for heavy loads, high bending moments, and long service life.