SMI Is Automation Components..... an Actuator Manufacturer..... And a System Integrator

We have it all: Linear Ball Bushing Bearing, Pillow Blocks, Linear Shafting, Support Rails, Ball Slides and Cross Roller Slides, Positioning Stages, Profile Guide Rails, Linear Screws, Cross Roller Way, Steady Rail Linear Assemblies, Cross Roller Tables, Controllers and Drivers, Couplers, Shaft End Supports, End Support Bearings, Ball Splines, Power Supplies, and Lube.

SMI offers a wide range of multi-axis Linear Motion Actuators including our Slick Stick™, XLA, MP, and ECO series along with our Miniature Linear Actuators. We also offer a line of Hi-Performance Actuators, Supported Systems, Push & Pull Actuators, and all the ROLLON  Belt Driven Actuator families including the Uniline Family.

We also offer pre-configured linear motion actuator packages with a variety of control options including remote control, foot pedal, joystick and HMI's which allows everything from simple single-axis forward / reverse actuation to multi-axis variable speed control. Our packages include all the assembly, wiring and programming necessary to offer a complete Travel Ready™ - plug & play solution.

Linear Bearing Quality Precision Ground and Hardened Carbon Steel, 440 Stainless, Tubular Shafting in Random Length, Cut To Length or Machined to Your Specifications.

Are you tired of waiting for shipping delays, high FOB prices, or paying outrageous cut charges?

• NO CUT CHARGE
• LOCAL PRODUCT (US) READY FOR SHIPPING (UPS-No Hidden Fees)
• Volume Discounts Available
• Variety of Diameters From 3/16" to 4"
• 5 Diameter Tolerance Classes Available Including Instrument Grade
• Single Lengths up to 202" Also Cut-to-Size or Random Lengths Available
• Same Day Shipping on Select Shafting
• Quick Shipping Methods
• Custom Machining Upon Request
• Available: Thomson 60 case Carbon Steel, 440C Precision Stainless Steel, 52100 Tubular, Pre-Drilled Shafting, 316 Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and Hardcoat Shafting

Choose Your Own Quality And Price of Linear Ball Bushings!

SMI offers a variety of Ball Bushings in multiple size, quality and price. Range includes Thomson Super Smart, NB Topball available in inch and metric.

• Top Industry Products from THOMSON, NB, THK, KBS
• Volume Discounts Available
• Immediate Delivery (Warehouses in CA, IL, VA)
• Inch and Metric Series Available
• Select From US, Chinese and Japanese
• Up To 6x Load Capacity Available
• Speeds Up To 180in/sec (180m/min)
  

Quality Profile Guide Rails and Carriages at Below Manufactured List Price.

SMI offers a complete set of industrial and standard profile guide rails and carriages from the top industry leaders. Our wide selection of precision profile guide rails are excellent for variable speeds and high load conditions.

• Caged Ball Technology
• Rail Width from 1mm to 65mm (We Specialize in Miniature Sizes)
• Idea for Vertical and Horizontal Applications
• Volume Discounts Available
• Competitive Lead Time
• High Load Capacity, Smooth Motion and Long Predictable Life
• Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel

APPLICATION STORY

SMI Reaches New Heights with Its Support Rail Assembly

A designer and fabricator of camera controlled systems called Riggins Design, needed to design a telescopic camera crane that carries a motion picture camera. The crane would need to raise the camera from ground level to 40 feet in the air as well as extend and retract the camera in various directions. Telescopic cranes have to move the camera very smoothly for image stability, quietly for sound, and safely avoiding injury to personnel.

Read >> The Solution.

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

Compact Motorized Actuator (CMA) for under $600

The Compact Motorized Actuator (CMA) is a miniature linear actuator designed for short travel applications with a 2" travel.

• Standard .250" diameter, .250" lead screw
• Load Capacity up to 176 lbs hor. / 10 lbs vert.
• Self contained product – no maintenance required
• Standard 11-frame stepper (DC Motor Available)

As an added value Specialty Motions can incorporate a user interface, controllers and drivers for a complete fully integrated linear motion package.