Rollco's Blog
Welcome to our blog! Here we share knowledge about linear solutions and applications.
Simple components for tough applications
Many linear products may seem complex and advanced, but there are also simpler components that solve many linear movements. One of these is linear guides consisting of sliders with rollers that run in a c-shaped rail....
The right conveyor belt for the right type of food
In the food industry, there are strict regulations for handling and hygiene. Everything that comes into direct contact with food must be approved for food production. Otherwise, the material can transfer substances to...
Efficient format changes for bottles at bottling plants
Bottles in bottling facilities often come in several different sizes and in varying materials. This place demands on flexibility in the production, where machines must be changed quickly and precisely. The bottles often...
Warehouse and logistics automation - linear products
In the warehousing and logistics sector, efficiency is often measured in terms of productivity, reliability, performance, and safety. Manual tasks are increasingly being by replaced automated processes. Linear motion...
Telescoping solutions in special vehicles
Many types of vehicles could not have coped without linear components such as telescopic rails. They facilitate the handling of stretchers in ambulances, give emergency personnel quick access to their equipment and...
Linear applications in cleanrooms
Linear applications in cleanrooms place special demands on the included components. So, what do you need to consider when designing and selecting products for cleanroom applications? By having a good understanding about...
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...
