A linear guide does not always have to be limited to a direct path from a starting point to an endpoint. Transport often takes place along a non-linear movement, even extending to a closed-loop path.
With the straight guide rail combined with the curved segments from HUETHERTECH, both linear movements and spatial or circular motion paths can be realized.
Thanks to the modular design, the curved rails can be easily combined with the straight guide rails. Using so-called rail connectors, the curved rails are joined to the straight guide rails with high rigidity.
Both the curved and the straight guide rails have two precision shafts integrated within the aluminum profile, giving the system high stiffness. The combination of the guide rail with the turntable results in an optimal running performance.
By combining straight guide rails with curved segments, a wide variety of applications can be realized. The curved guide systems can be used in numerous applications, as the directions of movement are almost unlimited and the systems are suitable for highly dynamic motion.
Therefore, these systems are widely used in industrial environments—in particular, in machinery and production systems where higher demands are placed on load capacity, freedom from play, and smooth operation. Furthermore, such guide systems for non-linear movements are frequently employed in logistics centers for goods transport or in packaging operations.
