Mechanical Solutions for Dynamic Applications

• Machine Building• Linear Actuators• Machine & Safety Guarding• Adjustable Height Workbenches

Who We Are

• item North America utilizes item’s Machine Building Kit System.

• We engineer and construct extruded aluminum mechanical solutions for a wide range of industrial products.

• We specialize in dynamic solutions including linear motion and material handling.

Click through the following gallery to learn more about the machine bases, linear actuators, safety & machine guarding and adjustable height workbenches we

design and assembly for our customers.

Dynamic machine frame with belt-driven linear actuators for an assembly line featuring a vertical lift and a horizontal carriage. 

•Lightweight aluminum profiles form the foundation of our machine bases for automation & assembly lines.

•This provides reliability and compatibility throughout assemblies and structural framing components.

•The MB Kit System shortens downtime for part replacement and modifications.

Machine Building

Machine Building

Machine frame engineered and built for an automation production line in a material handling operation.

• Modular components are compatible with machine frames and bases.

• Compared to other extruded aluminum systems, the differences in extrusion quality are obvious.

• Outstanding component quality provides unparalleled vibration resistance and stability for machine frames.

Machine Building

Machine base featuring multiple linear components, including a bevel gearbox capable of driving multiple carriages. 

•Frames and structures are constructed to endure machine vibrations and wear.

•Standardized system of industrial components sets the stage for the design and construction of custom machines.

•Modular structural framing ensures versatility and adaptability to meet modern manufacturing’s ever-changing demands.

•Reliability, compatibility and quality are the watchwords for our machine bases.

•Competitive advantages go far beyond aesthetics.

•The high straightness tolerance and precision of item extrusions enable us to design and build machines with precise linear actuators.

Machine frame designed for an automation production line, using item's extruded aluminum t-slotted profile. 

Machine Building

Linear Motion

•Chain-driven transfer conveyors and rollers provide controlled component flow throughout the assembly.

•Custom material handling carts and flow racks can be engineered and built to fit exact application parameters.

•Frames can easily be motorized with a central bevel gear box.

Linear frame equipped with parallel belt-driven linear actuators allowing the movement of the inner axis to be synchronized with the other axis.

Linear Motion

•Linear motion easily integrated into support structures of assembly lines.

•Capabilities from light duty to heavy duty, with travel of a few inches to 100+ feet and loads of a few ounces to thousands of pounds.

•Wide variety of high-quality aluminum profiles & components allow for complete custom construction.

Multi-axis linear frame, capable of moving large loads with the addition of motors and drives by the end user.

Linear Motion

•We can design structural support, linear motion and safety hard guarding into a single comprehensive mechanical design.

•Modular system allows for easy maintenance, repairs and upgrades, compared to welding.

•Our mechanical solutions for linear motion include belt-driven linear actuators and ball screw linear actuators.

Overhead gantry featuring twin 85-foot, belt-driven linear actuators, synchronized and extending the entire length of the structure.

Linear Motion

•Precise linear solutions for loads from ounces to thousands of pounds with travel from a few inches to 100+ feet.

•Maximum speeds of 10 meters per second.•Repeatability of +/- 0.15mm (+/-0.005 inches)•Linear motion integrated into structural support

for most applications.

Standard belt-driven linear actuator and carriage. 

•Compatible custom enclosures and safety hard guarding solutions allow safety integration with other machines, assembly lines, stairways & platforms and linear motion solutions.

•Modular systems allow for individual panels to be shipped and easily installed.

•Only a few tools required for assembly.

Safety and Hard Guarding

Cleanroom enclosure providing a clean and modern aesthetic that also minimizes the need for difficult cleaning. 

• Our unique Clamp Profile securely clamps mesh or panel material to create robust safety hard guards.

•Available in Line 6 and Line 8 sizes, clamp profiles can easily be transformed into custom enclosures, industrial partitions and doors.

•Fully compatible with our complete range of hangers and hinges.

Safety and Hard Guarding

Mesh guard partitions create an affordable safety option that can protect machines and workers in manufacturing facility.

•We are able to secure a wide range of panel materials including polycarbonate or sheet metal to create custom enclosures for a variety of facility types.

• item North America’s engineers can seamlessly integrate removable, swinging, sliding and lift doors into comprehensive safety solutions.

Safety and Hard Guarding

Mesh guard cell featuring a multi-axis integrated belt driven linear actuator that enables precise linear motion in a secured area. 

•As safety is thrust to the forefront of new manufacturing designs and operations, item North America makes it easy to integrate safe access points into manufacturing machines and work process solutions.

•We design and construct support structures and custom enclosures that maximize convenience without compromising safety.

Safety and Hard Guarding

Custom sliding mesh guard, has 3 sections that slide together, creating a versatile machine workspace. 

• The Workbench System allows for adjustable height workbench designs to follow ergonomic principles, maximizing productivity by minimizing worker fatigue.

• Available components include monitor mounts, tool holders, overhead LED light fixtures, drill holders and lean flow racks.

• Integrates linear motion and conveyor rollers for lean production solutions.

Adjustable Height Workbenches

Adjustable height workbench featuring a large range of the components offered by item North America.

•The adjustable height workbench system features three programmable positions and can be move by with the up and down arrows.

• From manufacturing, testing and maintenance to assembly line work cells, item North America can design an assortment of multi-functional workstations.

Adjustable Height Workbenches

item workbench controls for adjustable height workbenches, allowing any user to adjust the height for work that requires sitting or standing.

•Optimized handling area comfortable for all shapes and sizes.

•Height adjustable tables, pivot arms, and adjustable shelves ensure the right tools and components are within easy reach for all sized workers.

•Modular design allows for easy installation in a variety of work environments.

Adjustable Height Workbenches

Adjustable height workbench featuring castors for movement around the work space and flow racks for lean production.

•An expansive set of ESD components is available, allowing for easy accommodation to avoid electrostatic discharge.

• Extensive array of accessories and components provides a work environment that can optimize any worker process.

•Builds on the inherent versatility of the modular item MB Kit System.

Adjustable Height Workbenches

Motorized leg columns controlled with a simple set of controls, enabling custom-built workbenches that can adjust to the required height for any user.

http://www.itemNorthAmerica.com/

Learn more about our custom mechanical solutions:

item North America925 Glaser ParkwayAkron, Ohio 44306

Toll-Free: 888-729-4500Phone: 330-945-4500Fax: 330-945-6440

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm EST