Linear guide stainless steel for wet and hygienic applications

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In applications that require easy cleanability or high corrosion resistance, a linear guide off Stainless Steel used. The specialist for linear motion systems Rollon offers for this customized solutions a broad portfolio of modular Linear Technology as well as a high development and application competence. This also shows the seaworthiness in one Designer yacht by Vanish Yachts.

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Stainless steel linear guides from Rollon are indestructible
Seaworthy steel guides in the anchor system of a yacht designer

Stainless steel linear guides from Rollon are indestructible

03.07.2020/XNUMX/XNUMX | In humid, adverse or hygienically critical environments linear guides resistant to water, Detergents or chemicals. Such applications can be found, for example, in the food technology or pharmaceutical and Medical Technology, chemical industry and packaging technology.

Roles offers this especially for use in sensitive areas as well as environments with high humidity a wide range of different stainless steel linear guides. This ranges from Linear railn from arch guides to telescopic extensions. The high corrosion resistance of the stainless steel linear guides enables the realization of linear movements even when conventional guides reach their limits.

Economical X-Rail linear guide

The stainless steel linear guide of the TEX / UEX series from the X-Rail series is an economical and highly functional solution. The stainless steel profiles with their radial roller runners are rolled. The inexpensive rails have internal raceways. As a result, the guide rails work reliably even in dirty surroundings.

Efficient linear guide with lubrication status monitoring

The roller pivot the TEX/UEX are lubricated for life. A 2RS seal protects them from splashing water. With the configuration of T and U rails, the X-Rail guide compensates for parallelism errors on the mounting surfaces.

Evenly running Curviline arch guide

The stainless steel arch guides of the Curviline series are suitable for special non-linear movements. Rollon realizes these stainless steel guides customer-specifically with constant or variable radii. The runners have multiple radial ball bearings for movement and load bearing. Due to its design, the barrel carriage maintains the regulated preload over the entire length of the bow guide. The paired use of concentric and eccentric roller pins as well as movable roller mounts ensure smooth running even with a complicated track layout.

Heavy Hegra Rail or light Light Rail

The telescopic extensions of the Light Rail and the Hegra Rail are also available in stainless steel. Both linear guides are precise, resilient and very reliable. They are used in applications of Lightweight to heavy duty. The Hegra Rail stainless steel linear guide includes partial extensions, full extensions, over extensions and guides for heavy loads as well as S-sections. This versatility results in an enormous range of individual designs. With the stainless steel linear guide Light Rail, the weight of the rail plays just as important a role as the deflection rigidity of the extension.

Igus linear guide as a quiet, maintenance-free alternative

The bottom line is that Rollon covers everything with its broad portfolio of corrosion-resistant stainless steel guide rails almost any requirement from. The rails' high resistance to moisture and aggressive substances guarantee reliable operation, a long service life and high economic efficiency.

Seaworthy steel guides in the anchor system of a yacht designer

28.09.2016/XNUMX/XNUMX | With such a boat building, as operated by the Dutch company Vanquish Yachts, the developers often have to take new paths, even when it comes to detailed solutions. It's good to have experienced partners like Rollon on your side who not only sell mechanical components such as roller guides, but also provide the complete solution to the problem.

Vanquish Yachts started building the first boat less than three years ago and in a short time has developed into a renowned shipyard that sets the tone in the construction of exclusive yachts. The shipbuilder will soon deliver the tenth boat: a luxurious yacht with the latest technology and design.

Tom Steentjes, Founder of Vanquish Yachts: “The design of the boats is the hallmark of our shipyard. Our yachts stand out due to their modern appearance. They are not made of polyester, but of aluminum. In addition, our yachts are the only ones in this size class to have a negative stem, i.e. a backward-leaning bow shape.”

Customized work in cooperation with the customer

The Vehicle interiors is, as far as that is at all possible, even more innovative than its exterior. Only the best materials and equipment are used for this, exactly as the owner wishes. Steentjes: “Our yachts are built entirely in consultation with the customer right from the design phase. The hull, hull and contours of the design are basically the same on all our yachts, but the length and layout can be extensively customized.”

“One of our customers wanted e.g. B. a sporty yacht to at the Ibiza regatta to ride. He opted for the VQ50 model with plenty of interior space. At that time we built a garage that accommodates a four meter long dinghy. Now he can leave his yacht with his own dinghy, e.g. E.g. have dinner at a waterfront restaurant.”

Vanquish employs a permanent team of engineers, specialists and suppliers to build the yachts. The young designers all have a fresh perspective and a lot of passion for shipbuilding. Many have a background in mechanical engineering and also apply the techniques from this area to the yachts. The painting is outsourced by Vanquish, as is the furnishing of the yachts, for which interior decorators are called in. components and devices such as air conditioners, Engines and Stainless steel guides Vanquish sources from its suppliers.

Negative Steven and novel anchor

“During the design, every detail is considered. So we wanted to have a negative stem or part of the hull, not only because of the striking look, but also because the yacht then cuts the waves at the lowest point and glides through the waves much more smoothly. It also consumes less fuel as a result. But with a stem that sticks out further down, the hull will be damaged when dropping the anchor. We therefore had to develop a completely new anchor system,” says Tom Steentjes, describing the challenges.

So became one anchor system designed in which the anchor is lifted with one arm and with the help of guides from the foredeck. A sensor signals to the system when the vertical movement of the anchor must be stopped. At this reversal point, the anchor with a hydraulic cylinders brought horizontally to the edge of the boat and ejected. That way it doesn't touch the trunk.

“When building the anchor system, we worked closely with Rollon, our supplier of stainless steel guides and roller guides. The manufacturer was able to supply us with a roller guide with which the Anchor lifted smoothly can be. This is incredible precision work, taking into account the weight of the anchor and the conditions on the water. Rollon really thought along during the development process. Finally, we built the system using a stainless steel “X-Rail” roller guide: a solid stainless steel guide with properties to withstand humid and saline environments.”

Roller guide defies not only seawater

The roller guide X Rail has radial roller runners. They combine good value for money with high corrosion resistance. Fixed bearings, floating bearings and a roller-based telescope are available in stainless steel or galvanized sheet steel. With the configuration of T and U rails, the X-Rail system can compensate for parallelism errors of the mounting surfaces. The stainless steel design is corrosion resistant and ensures reliable operation even in particularly dirty and hot environments. This solution is economical and ideal for use on the Vanquish yacht.

Rollon delivers three track widths 20, 30 and 45mm in standard rail lengths up to 3120mm. The T-rail or fixed bearing rail serves to absorb the main load of radial and axial forces. The U-rail forms the floating bearing rail. It is used to absorb radial forces and, in combination with the fixed bearing rail, as a support bearing for moments that occur. If T- and U-rails are used in a combination of fixed bearing and floating bearing, the U-rail compensates for parallelism errors and tolerances.

Concentric and eccentric roller pivots are outstanding for each runner stainless steel or Rolling Steel to disposal. The roller seal depends on the material: either splash-proof or dust-proof. All roller pivots are lubricated for life.

Heavy duty rails | High loads welcome

The boat builder uses the linear guides in a variety of ways when building their yachts. For example, for the gentle and play-free sliding of sliding doors. "Thanks to the linear guides, we can deliver high-quality custom work. This is of essential importance for us as engineers who like to break new ground with our developments”, concludes the company founder.