Motion solutions for material handling equipment
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Materials in Motion Innovative motion solutions for better, faster and smarter material handling equipment

Thomson has the products and know-how to help you design equipment that is better, faster, smarter. In a modern production environment, moving material quickly, accurately and efficiently is a big challenge. Using the optimal motion control products can enable you to help your customers save time and money, giving you a competitive edge. Superior products. Thomson has the broadest selection and can readily provide standard, modified standard or full custom solutions. We design, manufacture and optimize: • Rod-style and rodless actuators • Linear guides and bearings (round and square rail) •...

Integrate Our Expertise Into Your Design Process When experienced Thomson engineers contribute early in your design process, you optimize machine performance, life and cost. Leverage our capacity for analysis, modifications and white sheet solutions. Take advantage of smart standardization that gives you more freedom and improved speed to market. And then relax, knowing that the results will be predictably excellent. Here are some of the key reasons why: WE DEVELOP standard platforms that make any design easily customizable. WE PRODUCE zero set-up products to get our clients to market...

Trucks and Mobile Lifting Aids Trucks and mobile lifting aids perform a large percentage of material handling in modern workshops. The applications shown here are just a few examples of what products and solutions Thomson has to offer. Let us know your specific needs, and we can tell you more about our products and services, and of the many advantages of using Thomson as your supplier. Rodless Actuator Thomson rodless actuators are self- supporting and lightweight, so they’re easy to move. And because there’s no need for covers or any loadsupporting framework, you’ll find assembly to be...

Transportation of Car Chassis Material handling solutions sometimes involve bringing together production cells that can’t be placed adjacent to each other. Moving goods, parts or components between these cells means covering distances with speed without getting in the way of other processes. Overhead transportation is one way to achieve this goal, as goods will not interfere with walkways or truck routes, keeping valuable floor space free for other production equipment. Adjustable Picking Tool Long Transport Systems Thomson has a variety of systems with the capacity to move objects long...

Palletizing of Food Containers The food industry places high demands on material handling equipment. Harsh conditions found in places such as dairies, bakeries and breweries means equipment is often exposed to extreme temperatures as well as water, moisture, dirt and cleaning agents. Plus, equipment must be fast and accurate to keep up with high speed production lines, yet must also be easy to clean and maintain so it won’t contaminate the environment or the food. Whatever your particular food handling challenge may be, Thomson has the products and know-how to get the job done. Linear Unit...

Vertical Lift Module/Automatic Storage Moving materials in and out of storage can often create major logistical challenges. In fact, simply finding the right item at the right time can be the biggest hurdle. An automatic storage system, such as a vertical lift module (VLM) shown here, can be a solution. This type of automated storage system features a computer-controlled mechanism that stores and keeps track of items. The challenge for such a system is to be able to handle items quickly while maximizing the storage area. Thomson has several standard products that are well-suited to this...

Assembly Line Engine Handling An assembly line requires a steady flow of materials to specific assembly points along the line. An overhead conveyor system is a convenient solution in that it does not occupy any floor space yet can still transport materials a great distance. Such a system also can be used when it’s necessary to position assembly tools and equipment. The main challenge is that the quick pace normally found on an assembly line requires such systems to be lightweight, to make it possible for operators to move the equipment quickly and accurately and lower the risk of fatigue...

Aircraft Wing Handling Few industries place as much demand on a handling system as aircraft construction. The handling of large and heavy objects, the need for extreme accuracy and unyielding quality standards make for a difficult challenge. At Thomson, we have both the unique experience and the products to meet the precise needs of the most demanding material handling applications. Aircraft Wing Handling In this instance, a wing is transported along a line. At a machining assembly station, the oversized and immensely heavy wing is brought in and tilted 90 degrees. The sheer size and weight...

IBTHOMSON' Linear Motion. Optimized Leading-edge material handling technology is built on leading-edge motion technology, starting with minute engineering details we've mastered over decades of intense work. From patented anti-backlash technology for lead nuts to proprietary processing for roll-forming to the Lube-for-Life™ technology we invented, our components are built to deliver time and time again. PROFILE RAIL With sizes ranging from our ultra compact 5 mm MicroGuide™ to the robust 65 mm 500 Series roller, as well as compliancy ranging from our self-aligning T-Series (transport...

Materials In Motion Leverage Our Ability To Modify or Customize. Our application expertise is deep and our product portfolio is broad. The result: we can modify our standard products to any degree in a short time frame. Similarly, we have the design and engineering expertise and technical knowledge to deliver white sheet solutions for virtually any need - quickly. From standard products to modified standard or custom products, we can deliver what you envision. Pictured above: Thomson RoundWay® Bearings and 60 Case® Shafting used to position the James Webb Space Telescope during testing....