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Automotive / EV Battery / Pressing

Automobile manufacturing processes require high force density, precision, reliability and long life. Exlar® high performance automotive industry Actuators deliver all that and much more. Our unique roller screw driven solutions provide superior power, speed, precision, flexibility, efficiency and long life that can’t be matched by hydraulic, pneumatic or electric ball screw driven actuators.

Watch our Factory Floor Solutions Video!

HIGH PERFORMANCE ACTUATORS FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

Linear actuation is a core technology for factory automation. Air and oil systems are riddled with inefficiencies and are difficult to control. Accuracy and repeatability are crucial in guaranteeing a quality vehicle, making electric actuators often preferred over hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders. A comparison of the three actuator technologies (hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric) reveals other startling benefits of electric solutions when compared to fluid power.

Exlar electric actuators from Curtiss-Wright not only outperform competing technologies, but they are built to last. Our products are successfully installed in automobile manufacturing facilities worldwide.

Exlar electric actuators provide: 

  • Power
  • Speed
  • Flexibility
  • Long life
  • Efficiency
  • Accuracy
  • Repeatability

To get more information on switching from hydraulic to electric, see our flyer.

Automotive Applications

Bending - Today’s manufacturing processes require precise control, especially when the application requires bending definable angles in multiple planes. Exlar® actuators provide the accuracy and flexibility needed for the most demanding applications. 

Dispensing - Exlar® electromechanical actuators allow for precise depositing of adhesives, sealants, grease, and lubricants minimizing environmental damage and cost. Perfect for dispensing the exact amount of gel repeatedly to save cost in battery cell manufacturing.

Flexible Tooling - Intelligent, networkable electro-mechanical actuators from Exlar® provide precise, programmable force control for a wide range of factory automation tooling applications. Exlar actuators are an ideal replacement for less flexible traditional fluid power solutions, including both pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders. 

Contact Exlar for assistance in configuring your application. 

Pressing

Roller screw driven electro-mechanical actuators from Exlar are an ideal alternative to messy, maintenance-prone hydraulic cylinders in high force press applications.

In a variety of related metal forming assembly processes, including pressing, inserting, crimping, and riveting, Exlar® actuators provide precise and repeatable force application over millions of cycles with minimal maintenance required.

Robotic Welding

Exlar Automation’s integrated electromechanical actuators seamlessly integrate as the 7th axis on robots from a majority of the leading global industrial robot manufacturers. Exlar actuators drive end of arm tooling for a wide variety of applications including resistive spot welding, fluid dispensing, and clamping.

Exlar Automation has successfully integrated actuators with robot controllers from the following manufacturers: Yaskawa, Fanuc, Comau, KUKA, Kawasaki, ABB, Nachi.

EV Battery Manufacturing

Improving automation of the Electric Vehicle (EV) battery production process is the highest priority as the EV industry scales-up to meet the increasing demand. Partnering with the right company who manufactures high-performance electromechanical actuation products is critical to meeting that demand. Exlar® electromechanical actuators are globally recognized as a leading brand offering: high power density, precision, reliability.

EV Battery Application Page

Success Stories

Automated Liquid Dispensing

Submitted by thejasvini on July 5, 2024
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Industrial - Exlar, Success Stories
Automated Liquid Dispensing
Recognized leader in automated liquid dispensing systems replaces ball screw actuator with GSX series to improve the quality and life of their product, while reducing downtime and maintenance.
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Electric Actuators Enable Precise and Highly Dynamic Metering

Submitted by thejasvini on July 30, 2024
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Product Inner Page Resources Tag
Industrial - Exlar, White Papers
Electric Actuators Enable Precise and Highly Dynamic Metering
German dispensing equipment manufacturer developed two unique new dispensing systems capable of accommodating low to high viscosity and even abrasive materials.
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White Papers

Actuators for Automotive Pressing Applications

Submitted by sindhu on June 13, 2024
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Product Inner Page Resources Tag
Industrial - Exlar, White Papers
Actuators for Automotive Pressing Applications
When developing a pressing system for use in automobile manufacturing lines, the machine builder needs to maximize throughput while minimizing cost, actuator selection for these machines is critical.
The Tritex EVA Flyer gives a brief overview of the product.
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Choosing Electric over Hydraulic Actuation

Submitted by thejasvini on July 9, 2024
Content Type
Ground and Naval Defense Resources Content Type
Industrial - Exlar, White Papers
Choosing Electric over Hydraulic Actuation
Hydraulics have been widely used for decades. Hydraulic leaks, inefficiency, and inaccuracy are just a few reasons people are transferring technologies.
The Tritex EVA Flyer gives a brief overview of the product.The Tritex EVA Flyer gives a brief overview of the product.
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Electromechanical Actuators Provide a New Spin on Tire Manufacturing Methodology

Submitted by sindhu on September 7, 2024
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Product Inner Page Resources Tag
Industrial - Exlar, White Papers
Electromechanical Actuators Provide a New Spin on Tire Manufacturing Methodology
While hydraulic technology has improved significantly over the years, the performance limitations, inefficiencies, maintenance, and downtime headaches remain. Find out what you can do
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Motion System Causing You Pain?

Submitted by thejasvini on October 9, 2024
Content Type
Ground and Naval Defense Resources Content Type
Industrial - Exlar, White Papers
Motion System Causing You Pain?
Putting together a motion control system that meets your requirements for speed, accuracy, and flexibility can often be a challenge. Find out what decisions need to be made to optimize your system.
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The Growing Role of Electromechanical Actuators in Automotive Manufacturing

Submitted by sindhu on November 21, 2024
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Product Inner Page Resources Tag
Industrial - Exlar, White Papers
The Growing Role of Electromechanical Actuators in Automotive Manufacturing
Automotive manufacturers are reaping the benefits of implementing servo-controlled electric actuators into their manufacturing processes. Find out how electric actuators can affect your bottom line
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Videos

Automotive Factory Floor Solutions

Submitted by thejasvini on July 6, 2024
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Industrial - Exlar, Product Videos
Automotive Factory Floor Solutions
Our Automotive Factory Floor Solutions animation shows our FTX, GTX, GTW, and TTX actuators and where they can help factories worldwide.
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FTX Series Animation

Submitted by sindhu on August 20, 2024
Content Type
Ground and Naval Defense Resources Content Type
Industrial - Exlar, Product Videos
FTX Series Animation
Our product animation for the FTX Series highlights product features and options available and shows you what makes the FTX an exceptional choice for a variety of industrial applications.
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GTX Product Animation

Submitted by sindhu on September 27, 2024
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Ground and Naval Defense Resources Content Type
Industrial - Exlar, Product Videos
GTX Product Animation
Our animation highlights the features and benefits of Exlar GTX Series Actuators.
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Sim-ZILLA! Extreme Racing Simulator

Submitted by sindhu on November 9, 2024
Content Type
Industrial - Exlar, Product Videos
Sim-ZILLA! Extreme Racing Simulator
Designed and manufactured by Mannetron. Featuring Exlar FT60 Series Actuators.
The Tritex EVA Flyer gives a brief overview of the product.The Tritex EVA Flyer gives a brief overview of the product.
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Brochures & Catalogs

EV Battery Manufacturing

Submitted by sindhu on September 8, 2024
Content Type
Current Product Manuals
Industrial - Exlar, Brochures/Catalogs
EV Battery Manufacturing
Whether you need pressing in battery pack assembly or dispensing in battery cell manufacturing; Exlar electromechanical actuators from Curtiss-Wright can meet your requirements.
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FTX Series Catalog

Submitted by thejasvini on November 13, 2024
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