【Product】EH Series Grippers Lineup Expanded
A smaller 36 mm size has been released in addition to the 46 mm size.
Use the EH Series to delicately grip, adjust, or measure small loads.
In addition, use the battery-free mechanical absolute encoder from the EH Series to perform a fast return-to-home operation without the aid of sensors. 
Choose pulse input, pulse input with RS-485, stored data, or network type drivers to easily connect to your host controller. Use the mounting flange to easily install the gripper onto commercially available industrial robots.
For more info, here's a white paper explaining the features and functions of the EH Series.
【Product】AZ Series mini EtherCAT Driver Released
A mini version of the EtherCAT driver has been released for the AlphaStep AZ Series DC-input motors, rotary actuators, and linear actuators.
Use the mini driver to minimize footprint in your machine or robot designs. Here's how the new mini EtherCAT driver (AZD-KRED) compares to the existing mini driver (AZD-KR2D).
Here's a video showing how mini drivers can be used to control 7 axes of motion on a robot arm while minimizing space and cables.
Our current mini driver lineup includes RS-485 and EtherCAT network types.
【Engineering Notes】Troubleshooting Basics - Motor Noises
Motors exhibit noise. The important thing to know is how you distinguish normal noise from abnormal noise, and how to troubleshoot.
