SMAC Actuators Wins Patent on Unique Capping and Closure Method

Linear rotary electric actuators capable of unusual method of closure.

Carlsbad, CA -SMAC Moving Coil Actuators has patented their unique approach to automatic capping applications with their linear rotary electric actuators.


The patented Automatic Capping Method with real time quality feedback utilizes SMAC's Soft-land capability which allows on-the-fly detection of contact to the top of bottle, vial, or container. SMAC's patented ability to monitor positions, torques, lead in threads, and turns and report back in real time eliminates the need for other quality sensors or expensive vision systems. SMAC's programable force/torque and low moving mass is ideal for precise torquing of caps.

SMAC's Patented Smart Capping Actuators are the most advanced capping devices on the market. Linear and Rotary axes are independently programmable on SMAC actuators and SMAC's linear direct drive motor is the fastest on the market. SMAC's brushless DC servo motors, using a Halbach magnet array (similar to that of CERN's Large Hadron Collider) and printed coils, have much higher torques than conventional servo motors. SMAC's integrated vacuum/pressure ported through the rod simplifies cap pick and place.

Marrying this technology with our EIP or EtherCat controls packages or even our automagical self-programming Capping GUI, enables customers to streamline commissioning efforts, optimize performance and customize feedback to meet their needs.

Additionally, SMAC's continuous cost down philosophy has resulted in price reduction of 40% compared to even 3 years ago making these devices cost-competitive with pneumatic actuators.

Featured Product

TM Robotics – Shibaura Machine THE SCARA range

TM Robotics - Shibaura Machine THE SCARA range

The THE range from Shibaura Machine is an extensive line up of SCARA robots. Available in four arm lengths THE400 (400mm), THE600 (600mm) and the most recent THE800 (800mm) and THE1000 (1000mm), this range is suitable for assembly, handling, inspection and pick and place processes in varied industrial applications. The THE1000 boasts a 20kg payload capacity and an impressive 0.44 second cycle time, providing high speeds for processes with large components. In fact, the range has been recognised for as the price-to-performance leader compared to other SCARA models in its price range due to its impressive speed versus payload capacity.