Linear Motion Systems and Applications Blog - PBC Linear®

Stepper Motor

StepSERVO Closed Loop Stepper Motor Technology

The primary goal of every manufacturing facility is to maximize efficiency. Improvements and upgrades are vital for increasing overall performance…

Linear Motion Technology Forum Discussion

New Linear Motion Technologies at PBC Linear after 42 Years of Innovation

At the A3 Business Forum in Orlando, representatives from PBC Linear sat down with Manufacturing Matters to discuss core technologies, new products, and 40 years...

Linear Motion Systems for Printing

Linear Motion Systems for Printing, Scanning, and Etching

Digital scanning involves various horizontal linear movements, requiring high velocity smoothness. The key motion requires consistent velocity…

Linear Screw Actuators

Screw Actuator Product Expansion

Linear actuators, particularly screw-driven actuators, are at the forefront of PBC Linear's expanding product line, designed to meet the growing demand for small and sophisticated...

Linear Actuators - Belt-Driven or Lead Screw Driven

Belt Drive or Lead Screw Linear Actuator?

Should one choose belts or lead screws for linear actuator systems… 

Benefits of the Internet of Things in Linear Motion

Benefits of the Internet of Things in Linear Motion

This PBC Linear video explores the key advantages of internet connected machines, such as simplified design and build, process, enhanced…

Factors Which Affect Accuracy & Repeatability

Factors Which Affect Accuracy & Repeatability

The reliable repeatable performance of a linear motion system is the goal of every engineer, but what are the factors that contribute to…

Linear Actuators: Belt-Driven MTB Series Overview

Linear Actuators: Belt-Driven MTB Series Overview

Our MTB belt-driven actuators offer high speeds in three different sizes of actuators, with each offering their own unique advantages …

The Benefits of Custom Bearings

The Benefits of Custom Bearings

PBC Linear can specially modify, integrate, or adjust products to custom fit your application. Product optimization can include anything from…

A Quick Overview of GST

A Quick Overview of GST

By utilizing plain bearing design, Gliding Surface Technology (GST) offers low profiles, compact sizes, and smooth, quiet linear motion… 

Miniature Linear Motion Line

Miniature Linear Motion Line

PBC Linear has a large selection of miniature linear motion products from ball-type to self-lubricating guides and a selection of driven…

Adjusting Belt Tension on MT Actuators

Adjusting Belt Tension on MT Actuators

Belt tension is set at installation on the belt driven linear actuators and regular maintenance then becomes a big key to keeping them…