Explore the essential aspects of actuators in web guiding systems in this episode of our webinar series on Web Guiding Fundamentals. Discover the various types of actuators, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical, along with key terminologies such as thrust, correction speed, and backlash. Learn about the significance of actuator sizing, web speed, and the impact of gravitational effects. Ideal for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge on steering guides and actuator functionality in modern web handling systems.
00:00 Introduction to Actuators
00:34 Types of Actuators: Pneumatic and Hydraulic
00:46 Transition to Electromechanical Actuators
01:54 Common Terminologies in Actuators
02:52 Actuator Specifications and Sizing
03:33 Dynamic Response and Line Speed
03:50 Factors in Proper Actuator Sizing
04:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
