Rollon Launches Two Telescopic Rails with Integrated Magnets
Rollon Corp., a global leader in linear motion systems, has introduced the HVC-MG and H1C-MG telescopic rails. The new MG versions incorporate integrated magnets that enable sequential opening of the rail elements, building on technology previously deployed in the company’s HGT range.
“After successfully introducing this technology on the HGT range, we are now extending it to additional telescopic rail families,” said Andrea Tosi, vice president of technology at Rollon. “The integrated magnets enable an ideal combination of high load capacity and smooth and controlled motion. This development reflects our ongoing commitment to engineering solutions that go beyond meeting technical specifications, addressing the real operational challenges our customers face across industrial applications.”
Founded in 1975, Rollon designs and manufactures specialized linear motion systems. Since 2018, the Norton Shores, Mich.-based company has been part of The Timken Co., contributing to a growing portfolio of linear components, actuators, systems, ball screws, and rotational units.
Magnets Improve Smoothness, Load Capacity, and Durability
Rollon stated that the magnets in the new rails deliver improved load management, smoother extension, and increased durability, even under intensive operating conditions. The MG version is available for Sizes 54 and 68 of the HVC and for Size 68 of the H1C. It also features a redesigned ball cage with reduced pitch, combined with end blocks incorporating internal magnets.
The reduced pitch increases the number of balls within the same cage length, resulting in higher load capacity without changes to overall dimensions, according to the company. The integrated magnets further enable a defined motion sequence of the rail elements during extension, improving control and reducing the force required to open the rail. Rollon said this combination allows handling of higher loads while helping to improve overall ergonomics.
Optimized load distribution also aids in reducing stress on the raceways, contributing to extended service life and more consistent long-term performance, the company added.
Designed for Demanding Rail and Industrial Applications
The HVC and H1C telescopic rails are fully and over-extending solutions, respectively, designed to maximize accessibility while minimizing space requirements. Rollon makes all of its rails and sliders from steel, with zinc electroplating that complies with REACH and RoHS standards. Additional surface treatments are available to enhance resistance in harsh environments, and the company can supply HVC slides in stainless steel for superior corrosion protection.
Engineered for high rigidity and low deflection, HVC and H1C rails are used across multiple industries, including construction and industrial machinery. Their characteristics make them particularly suitable for the railway industry, where reliability and service life are critical, Rollon said. Typical applications include extraction of battery compartments and other onboard equipment that require both easy accessibility and reliable structural support.
In railway applications, components must support safe and ergonomic access for operators during maintenance while withstanding continuous exposure to shocks, vibrations, and environmental factors such as humidity and contaminants. Smooth motion is not only a matter of usability but also of safety and operational efficiency.
“The MG version directly addresses these needs by improving motion control and reducing operating forces, even under heavy loads,” said Tosi.
With the launch of the HVC-MG and H1C-MG, Rollon said it has strengthened its portfolio of high-performance linear motion solutions. The company focuses on tailored solutions and serves markets such as industrial automation, aerospace, medical equipment, and material handling.
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