Timken Sensor Helps Crop Farmers Reap More Efficiency
18 Dicembre 2007 - 4:00PM
Business Wire
The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR) announced today that it is supplying
an innovative sensor that, combined with other steering system
components, enables hands-free operation of tractors designed for
planting and spraying row crops. The Timken-developed feedback
sensor is embedded into an integrated circuit board. Intelligent
Motion Systems, Inc. (IMS) uses the sensor in its design of a motor
used in the tractor�s steering mechanism. The sensors provide
feedback on the motor shaft position, and, when integrated with
other steering system components, can directly impact the tractor�s
ability to operate in a hands-free environment. �We were looking
for a feedback device to embed into our motor�s circuit, and as an
engineering company, we wanted to work with a company that not only
had the competency, but also was dedicated to the program,� said
IMS President David Coutu. �Timken was able to deliver on both
aspects, bringing their technical expertise, production
capabilities and support together to develop a low-profile sensor
solution. In fact, we�re now working on the next-generation
technology for the application.� For more than six years, Timken
has produced high-resolution magnetic sensors for use in a
multitude of applications, including mobile, construction, factory
automation, machine tool, semiconductor and medical. The sensor
system embedded on the chip integrates speed, direction and
position feedback functionality into a compact package. This design
provides the user with an efficient means to obtain critical
control feedback from a location close to the motion in an
electromechanical package. �As a leader in providing innovative
power transmission solutions, we continue to investigate and
develop sensor alternatives that solve challenging customer
applications,� said Greg K. VanBuskirk, Timken�s business
development manager for motion control sensors. �Working with IMS,
this tractor-guidance system�can improve productivity and lower
operating costs by reducing operator fatigue, fuel consumption and
row overlap while planting or spraying.� For more information on
motion control sensors, visit www.timken.com. About Intelligent
Motion Systems Intelligent Motion Systems, Inc. is the innovation
leader in motors, drives and controls. Based in Marlborough, Conn.,
IMS offers a full line of high-performance motion-control products
and accessories that are compact, powerful and reliable. Its
products are routinely used in applications demanding highly
precise, controlled movement including: robotics, medical,
assembly, semiconductor, packaging and engraving. About The Timken
Company The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR, http://www.timken.com) keeps
the world turning, with innovative friction management and power
transmission products and services, enabling our customers to
perform faster and more efficiently. With sales of $5.0 billion in
2006, operations in 26 countries and approximately 25,000
employees, Timken is Where You Turn� for better performance.
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