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Picture this: you're designing your next machine. Space is limited. Deadlines are tight. Performance? Non-negotiable.
You find an actuator that fits – slim body, smooth motion, built-in linear guide. Perfect, until your control engineer flags an issue: not compatible with your preferred motor and driver system.
You pivot to another option. It works with your setup. Your team knows it. But it’s bulky, less precise, and throws off your machine layout. Sounds familiar?
In industrial automation, this trade-off happens far too often – compatibility vs. compactness vs. performance.
But with SMC’s EQ Smart Electric Actuator, you don’t have to choose. A compact smart electric actuator without the trade-offs:
Whether you work in general automation, AGVs, intralogistics, automotive, or packaging, our smart electric actuators integrate seamlessly – both physically and digitally – into your system.
No custom builds. No compromises.
Just a versatile, high-performance actuator ready to integrate in all your applications.
A leading fruit and vegetable packaging line manufacturer faced a critical challenge: automating rail width adjustment in their conveyor systems to accommodate different packaging sizes without disrupting production. Previously, these adjustments were made manually, leading to downtime, misalignment issues, and reduced operational efficiency.
To overcome this challenge, the EQFS positioning system was integrated, providing precise and dynamic adjustments. This automation allowed operators to modify rail width seamlessly and accurately, eliminating manual intervention and optimising production changeovers.
During the development of a custom AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle), the engineering team faced a compact motion challenge: how to precisely position centring devices used to align component trays for automated transport. The application required a horizontal actuator to move a floating joint connected to a rod mechanism, which in turn extended four centring pins, two on each side of the AGV. The movement had to be accurate, reliable, and fit within limited internal space, all while maintaining smooth operation in continuous cycles.
The EQY electric actuator offered the ideal balance of compact size, precision, and durability. Integrated horizontally within the AGV, it provided smooth linear motion to control the centring mechanism without requiring complex external feedback systems. The floating joint assembly worked seamlessly with the actuator’s rod, ensuring accurate and repeatable engagement, even in tight installation environments.
An industrial packaging line was running on a legacy conveyor system — reliable, but outdated. The team needed to modernise the process by adding a box diverter, capable of directing packages left or right without interrupting flow. The catch? The existing PLC was limited to simple DI/DO control, with no fieldbus communication, and there was no time or budget for a full system overhaul. They needed a precise, responsive solution that could integrate seamlessly with what they already had.
The EQYG electric actuator was selected for its plug-and-play compatibility with DI/DO systems and its integrated absolute encoder, which removed the need for time-consuming homing routines. Its design delivered enhanced holding force, keeping the diverter stable in the centre position while enabling fast, accurate redirection to both sides. Installation was quick and did not require modifying the control architecture.
Our products are perfect for high-precision motion in limited spaces, ideal for fast, reliable integration in packaging and factory automation and designed for challenging industrial environments and larger payloads.
Find the right fit for your application:
EQFS#H Series
EQY#H Series
EQYG#H Series
Why wait? Easily configure your e-actuator with our user-friendly software. Access the configuration software here. Start configuring now and test it in your setup, joining hundreds of manufacturers already boosting productivity with the EQ series.
Get expert guidance tailored to your application – automotive, packaging, robotics, intralogistics, and more. Our team is ready to help you streamline your setup and optimise your performance.
