Linear actuation is a core technology for factory automation. Air and oil systems are riddled with inefficiencies and are difficult to control. Accuracy and repeatability are crucial in guaranteeing a quality vehicle, making electric actuators often preferred over hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. A comparison of the three actuator technologies (hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric) reveals other startling benefits of electric solutions when compared to fluid power.
Exlar electric actuators from Curtiss-Wright not only outperform competing technologies, but they are built to last. Our products are successfully installed in automobile manufacturing facilities worldwide. 
Exlar electric actuators provide:
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Bending - Today’s manufacturing processes require precise control, especially when the application requires bending definable angles in multiple planes. Exlar® actuators provide the accuracy and flexibility needed for the most demanding applications.
Dispensing - Exlar® electromechanical actuators allow for precise depositing of adhesives, sealants, grease, and lubricants minimizing environmental damage and cost. Perfect for dispensing the exact amount of gel repeatedly to save cost in battery cell manufacturing.
Flexible Tooling - Intelligent, networkable electro-mechanical actuators from Exlar® provide precise, programmable force control for a wide range of factory automation tooling applications. Exlar actuators are an ideal replacement for less flexible traditional fluid power solutions, including both pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders.
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PressingRoller screw driven electro-mechanical actuators from Exlar are an ideal alternative to messy, maintenance-prone hydraulic cylinders in high force press applications.
In a variety of related metal forming assembly processes, including pressing, inserting, crimping, and riveting, Exlar® actuators provide precise and repeatable force application over millions of cycles with minimal maintenance required.
Exlar Automation’s integrated electromechanical actuators seamlessly integrate as the 7th axis on robots from a majority of the leading global industrial robot manufacturers. Exlar actuators drive end of arm tooling for a wide variety of applications including resistive spot welding, fluid dispensing, and clamping.
Exlar Automation has successfully integrated actuators with robot controllers from the following manufacturers: Yaskawa, Fanuc, Comau, KUKA, Kawasaki, ABB, Nachi.
Improving automation of the Electric Vehicle (EV) battery production process is the highest priority as the EV industry scales-up to meet the increasing demand. Partnering with the right company who manufactures high-performance electromechanical actuation products is critical to meeting that demand. Exlar® electromechanical actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering: high power density, precision, reliability.
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