item uses standard aluminium profiles to build linear units for automation solutions. The slide in a linear unit runs along Shafts that are anchored in the grooves of these profiles using Shaft-Clamp Profiles. As a result, the frame of a machine can also be used as a linear guide. Shaft-Clamp Profiles are available in various designs to match the diameter of the Shafts, thus ensuring that even high loads can be carried safely. A Shaft-Clamp Profile with a Line 5 groove is available for particularly compact linear units. Multiple Shafts can be installed end-to-end to form one long guiding shaft of virtually any length. To install Shaft-Clamp Profiles, simply insert them into a groove on an aluminium profile and screw them into place. Then press in the guiding shaft and it will stay in place with no need for any further machining. There are several types of roller guide with various carrying capacities, degrees of precision, etc. that can be used to design slides.