Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Parker Automation Product Solutions for Radiation Environments

from the Automation Group at Cross

Our valued supplier partner Parker, has a number of product solutions for Radiation Environments and the specialists at the Automation Group at Cross has seen all types of applications over the years.  For example, RAD hardened Daedal positioners are ideal when operating in environments where exposure to Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Neutron or X-Ray radiation exists.

All types of materials located in radiation environments are vulnerable to material degradation.  Positioning equipment in these environments can experience adverse physical effects resulting in reduced product life.  Parker focuses on material modifications and lubrication methods which will reduce the physical effect of radiation damage and increase product life.



Industries that have used Parker RAD hardened positioners include:
  • Medical Imaging
  • Medical Treatment
  • Electric Power Generation
  • Space Exploration
  • Naval Nuclear
  • Research
  • Alternate Energy
  • Medical Diagnostics
How does Parker prepare the RAD hardened positioners?
  • Radiation approved plating
  • Removal of linear bearing wipers
  • Removal of ballscrew wipers
  • Radiation resistant grease
  • Aluminum parts hard coat anodized
  • Stainless steel hardware
  • Stainless steel components
  • Fastener connections, no adhesives
  • Evaluation of strip seals
  • Evaluation of magnet material
  • Custom cages for ballscrew and linear bearings
  • Evaluation of non-metallic components
The Cross - Parker team will thoroughly evaluate your specific application for a successful solution.  No need to reinvent the wheel....just discuss your app with a Cross engineer.

800.866.4568

Parker and Cross have been business partners for over 20 years.

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