{"id":2897,"date":"2017-11-28T11:46:49","date_gmt":"2017-11-28T11:46:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/?p=2897"},"modified":"2017-11-28T11:46:49","modified_gmt":"2017-11-28T11:46:49","slug":"new-patents-for-parkers-eth-cylinders-reduce-commissioning-and-maintenance-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/new-patents-for-parkers-eth-cylinders-reduce-commissioning-and-maintenance-time\/","title":{"rendered":"New patents for Parker\u2019s ETH cylinders reduce commissioning and maintenance time"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"highlight highlight-blue\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parker.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parker Hannifin<\/a><\/span> has announced two important new patents for its class-leading series of ETH high-force electro-thrust cylinders.<\/p>\n<p>The patents are designed to reduce commissioning and maintenance time for users, as well as minimise machine downtime.<br \/>\n<script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block; text-align: center;\" data-ad-format=\"fluid\" data-ad-layout=\"in-article\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7565662001938327\" data-ad-slot=\"7585079586\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><br \/>\nThe first patent sees the introduction of a unique lubrication port that allows the application of grease in seconds, without the need to disassemble any part of the cylinder.<\/p>\n<p>At the core of ETH cylinders is a high-quality, precision ballscrew that is designed to deliver smooth operation over the entire speed range.<\/p>\n<p>However, all ballscrews require occasional re-lubrication over the course of their operating life.\u00a0In order to simplify this process and save time, <span class=\"highlight highlight-blue\"><a href=\"https:\/\/engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/high-performance-thermal-compound\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parker<\/a><\/span>\u2019s engineers have designed the integrated lubrication port.<\/p>\n<p>The patent-protected port is located on the rear bearing block\/housing of the extrusion profile.<\/p>\n<span class=\"highlight highlight-blue\"><a href=\"https:\/\/engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/ultra-compact-psd-servo-drives-now-available-with-ethernet-ip-as-well-as-ethercat-and-profinet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parker<\/a><\/span>\u2019s second new patent for its ETH cylinders relates to the tensioning of the timing belt that couples the ballscrew to a parallel-mounted motor.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure optimum torque transfer, belt tension must be perfectly adjusted.<\/p>\n<p>Here, <span class=\"highlight highlight-blue\"><a href=\"https:\/\/engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/living-in-the-material-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Parker<\/a><\/span> has devised a tensioning principle in order to increase reliability and reduce the amount of time this process requires.<\/p>\n<p>The patent-protected tensioning principle, which is based on a simple system involving a toothed belt, threaded pins and lock nuts, allows perfect tension to be achieved.<\/p>\n<p>Another major advantage of the process is vastly simplified maintenance. For instance, if a customer ever needs to change the motor, the same belt tension is retained; there is no need for any adjustment.<\/p>\n<p>Parker\u2019s popular ETH electro-thrust cylinder is designed to close the gap between pneumatic and hydraulic actuators, providing a reliable and economic alternative to both in a wide range of industry applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Parker Hannifin has announced two important new patents for its class-leading series of ETH high-force electro-thrust cylinders. The patents are designed to reduce commissioning and maintenance time for users, as well as minimise machine downtime. 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