Rollco's Blog
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Pneumatic or electric cylinders?
Pneumatic actuators are very common in industrial automation. Although pneumatic systems are often a fine solution, there are more sustainable alternatives, especially regarding economy and energy saving. They also have...
Packaging – an important part of your delivery
When you buy linear solutions, the delivery must reach you safely. To protect your delivery, packaging that is adapted to your order is required. Material, design, and cost are all important aspects for your supplier to...
Transport, storage, and local processing from a sustainability perspective
Choosing a supplier of linear solutions can be complicated. The supplier must be technically knowledgeable, that the products you are looking for have a reasonable delivery time and that the service level is high - but...
Fast format changeovers and Lean's 7 unnecessary wastes
Lean is a well-known method for improving a business, reducing waste and, at the same time, creating value. The method is based on three principles, one of which, Muda, stands for waste or unnecessary work that does not...
Think environmentally friendly when choosing belts for your belt conveyor
When designing your belt conveyor, the belt itself is a part that is often forgotten. We spoke to Sam, an application engineer who works daily with the construction and design of belt conveyors, about which...
Save on both the environment and costs
Reducing the environmental impact of your construction is not only a matter of sustainability but can often also have a positive impact on the cost. Making it a win-win situation. Without much effort, it is possible to...
Think before you design an aluminium stand
Constructing an aluminium stand is primarily about creating a functional solution. But it is also about optimising the construction to ensure the assembly is simple and cost-effective without sacrificing quality. Our...
When should you choose a ball screw driven or a timing belt driven linear unit?
A ball screw driven and a timing belt driven linear unit have different advantages and strengths. Which one you should choose depends on your application's requirements: speed, accuracy, tolerances etc. Rollco's...
Accessories and options for linear rail guides - when to use what?
There is a lot to consider when choosing a linear rail guide solution. Many times, you need to supplement with various accessories. The range is broad, and it is not always easy to get an overview of availability and...
Choosing the right fastener for the right aluminium construction
While building an aluminium profile structure, it is easy to get confused when selecting fasteners. Which one suits what, and what advantages and disadvantages do they have? We asked our sales representative David...
