Electricity + Control July 2015

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Actuators qualify for 3D racing simulator
Linear actuators from Warner Linear, part of Altra Industrial Mo-
tion, have been specified for use on a new racing simulator which
has been designed to give the driver the most realistic high speed
experience possible.The actuators are used to create movement in
the seat which simulates pitch and roll with braking, acceleration and
cornering G-forces.The Warner Linear K2x models were specified
due to their exceptional response time and load carrying capacity.
Using a combination of 3D screens, surround sound and ad-
vanced gaming software, the racing simulator allows drivers to
experience the exhilaration of motor sport first hand. However,
the final touch that really adds to the authenticity is the motion
controlled chair that allows the driver to feel all of the forces that
would be exerted upon them if they were in a real car.The move-
ment is controlled by motion outputs as part of the racing software
and delivered through the twoWarner linear actuators attached to
the underside of the racing seat.
The high quality K2x linear actuators are fromWarner’s B-track
range.They have been designed for use in tough, high-load applica-
tions where they will be in frequent use.With a load of 270 kg (max
load 1 270 kg) the actuators are able to travel at 25mm/second with
a 200 mm stroke (50 mm - 600 mm available) and respond instantly
thanks to their high performance electric motor. It was this precision
performance that made them ideal for the application – perfectly
translating every movement the car makes from the screen to the
driver’s seat.
Enquiries: Email
Cost effective valve
retrofit
Mitech offers a valve retrofit service
that fits new internals and top works
to an original valve, substantially
saving costs and assurance that plant
performance remains high and that
safety standards are adhered to. It is im-
portant to note that retrofitting valves
that are smaller than 150 mmor have a
pressure rating
below 60 bars
i s gene r a l l y
not justifiable.
However, with
larger sizes and
high pressure
rating valves,
i t b e c ome s
progressively
more worth-
while.The valve
retrofit service
is usually un-
dertaken on site
at Mitech’s fac-
tory. The valve system must first be
removed from service and dismantled,
and if necessary, be machined on site.
In many cases, when an existing valve
needs to be replaced at a plant, the
valve body is still in good condition, but
the trim is no longer suitable, while the
actuator and positioner may also need
upgrading.
. 011 927 4850 or email
VALVES + ACTUATORS