Linear actuators turn rotary motion into controlled push and pull: self-locking electric drives that hold position without power, replacing pneumatics and hydraulics in a growing range of tasks. DNH pairs Phoenix Mecano's RK Rose+Krieger linear units and actuators, from short-stroke cylinders to 25,000 N heavy-duty drives, with elero's German-made actuator range for industry, agriculture, and active facades.

Key advantages

Self-locking by design

No power at standstill: electric actuators hold position, a clean alternative to pneumatics and hydraulics.

Forces up to 100,000

From a 200 N miniature actuator to elero's Vario 2 with 100,000 N extreme load capacity.

Strokes up to 50 m

Linear units with spindle, belt, or rack-and-pinion drive cover strokes from 50 mm to 50,000 mm.

Standard to fully custom

Standard units can be modified on consultation; both brands develop application-specific actuators.

Product range

An overview of key product specifications. Compare products across our product range and partner brands to find the right fit for your application.

 

Phoenix Mecano: Linear Actuators

Phoenix Mecano Linear Actuators

Linear units are used in automation and machine engineering. From simple adjustments to highly complex, precise, and dynamic multi-axis systems. Every task is different, and each demands a technically sound and cost-effective solution. The wide range of RK linear units reflects the diversity of applications.

 
Spindle Drive
Timing Belt
Rack & Pinion
Linear Guides
Key feature
Highest accuracy & axial load capacity
High dynamics, long travel distances
Long strokes with consistent accuracy
Passive guidance & manual adjustment
Example models
E-II, PLM-II, Quad®, EFX-II KG, RK Compact
RK DuoLine Z, D-Line, MultiLine, RK MonoLine Z
SQ-ZST
Compact-G, DuoLine R, SQL Profile, PLM-G
max Stroke
750 mm – 4,440 mm
5,820 mm – 50,000 mm
Up to 29,930 mm
400 mm – 5,780 mm
Drive mechanism
Ball / lead screw
Toothed belt
Rack & pinion
None (passive)
Guidance type
Slide or roller guide
Slide or roller guide
Slide or roller guide
Profile rail or slide
Multi-axis capable
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Typical application
Precision automation, laboratory & inspection
Pick & place, high cycle rate applications
Long-stroke gantry & portal systems
Positioning guides, adjustment tasks
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Phoenix Mecano: Linear Actuators

Phoenix Mecano Linear actuator

Linear actuators are self-locking drives, which means that no power is supplied when at a standstill. This makes electric linear actuators an interesting alternative to pneumatic and hydraulic actuators. Phoenix Mecano has a wide range of linear actuators, from the simple short-stroke cylinder to the heavy-duty linear actuators, highly dynamic, extremely precise and individually configurable. The standard linear actuators can be modified following consultation.

 
LD Series
LZ Series
Lambda
BGR Series
SL / SLZ Series
M9
Key feature
Heavy duty; optional integrated controller
AC or DC input; versatile mounting
High force, compact form factor
Compact body, fast stroke
Extra heavy duty; very long stroke
Miniature precision actuator
max Stroke
130mm – 1,000 mm
600 mm
600 mm
100 mm – 300 mm
1,000 – 2,000 mm
50 mm
max Force
750 N – 10,000 N
4,000 N
6,000 N
500 N – 1,000 N
15,000 N – 25,000 N
200 N
Speed
19 mm/s – 150 mm/s
29 mm/s – 42 mm/s
38 mm/s
38 mm/s – 100 mm/s
933 mm/s – 1250 mm/s
14 mm/s
Motor Voltage
12 V or 24 V DC
12V /24V DC or 110–230 V AC
12 V or 24 V DC
12 V or 24 V DC
12 V or 24 V DC
12 V or 24 V DC
Integrated controller
Yes (LD1000C)
No
No
No
No
No
Typical application
Industrial automation, medical equipment
Building & industrial automation
Logistics, AGVs, industrial systems
Compact integration, fast-acting systems
Heavy industrial, press & clamping
Small precision devices & instruments
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elero: Light-Duty Industrial

elero Light-Duty Industrial Actuator

elero offers innovative linear actuator solutions for standard industrial and active facade applications. Operable facade elements should improve the interior climate, save energy or even produce energy, and accentuate the individuality and exclusivity of the building project. In agricultural technology, the same compact actuators handle electrically actuated control tasks.

 
Junior 1
Junior 1s
Junior 2
Econom 0
Econom 01
Econom 1
Econom 2
Compakt
Key feature
Versatile push-rod; compact entry-level
Versatile push-rod; mid load
Versatile push-rod; high load
Steel or stainless housing; wide variants
Steel or stainless; expanded range
Steel or stainless; high load
Steel or stainless; max load range
Compact design; dual limit-switch options
Max load
2,000 N
4,000 N
10,000 N
3,000 N
5,000 N
10,000 N
20,000 N
Housing material
Primed steel or stainless steel
Primed steel or stainless steel
Primed steel or stainless steel
Primed steel or stainless steel
Limit switch
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Standard
Electronic or mechanical
Applications
Industrial use
Industrial use
Industrial use
Industrial use, Facade architecture
Industrial use, Facade architecture
Industrial use, Facade architecture
Industrial use, Facade architecture
Industrial use
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elero: Heavy-Duty Industrial

elero Heavy-Duty Industrial Acutuator

elero develops reliable actuators with extremely compact design meeting the requirements especially in the mechanical engineering and plant manufacturing sectors. Speed, strength and installation dimensions are perfectly coordinated to achieve a 100% ideal solution.

 
Vario 1
Vario 2
Herkules 01
Herkules 1
Key feature
High performance with minimal space requirement
Extreme capacity with minimal space requirement
High push & pull forces; high static load; impact resistant
High push & pull forces; high static load; impact resistant
Max load
40,000 N
100,000 N
30,000 N
50,000 N
Duty class
Heavy duty
Extra heavy duty
Heavy duty
Extra heavy duty
Environmental protection
Standard
Standard
High impact resistance
High impact resistance
Applications
Industrial automation, heavy machinery
Industrial automation, heavy machinery
Heavy-duty industrial, extreme environments
Heavy-duty industrial, extreme environments
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elero: Linear Actuators for Facades & Pergolas

elero: Linear Actuators for Facades & Pergolas

Slim, weather-resistant linear actuators and concealed rotary louver drives bring facades, pergolas, and louvered roofs to life, moving elements in aluminium, glass, stainless steel, or photovoltaic panels. The smooth cylinder movement and constant speed also make these actuators ideal for solar power systems with sun tracking, positioning panels precisely as the sun moves.

 
Picolo 0
Picolo XL
LIMAline 60
LIMAline 150
LIMAline 300
LIMAline 800
Product type
Linear actuator
Linear actuator
Rotary louver drive
Rotary louver drive
Rotary louver drive
Rotary louver drive
Key feature
Slim, weather-resistant; aesthetic design
Stainless steel; slim profile
Concealed in mullion; 360° louver rotation
Concealed in mullion; 360° louver rotation
Concealed in mullion; 360° louver rotation
Concealed in mullion; 360° louver rotation
Max force / torque
1,800 N
1,200 N
60 Nm
150 Nm
300 Nm
800 Nm
Housing material
Anodised aluminium or stainless steel
Stainless steel
Concealed / mullion-integrated
Concealed / mullion-integrated
Concealed / mullion-integrated
Concealed / mullion-integrated
Weatherproof
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
360° louver rotation
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Louvre element types
Aluminium, glass, stainless, PV elements
Aluminium, glass, stainless, PV elements
Aluminium, glass, stainless, PV elements
Aluminium, glass, stainless, PV elements
Applications
Facade architecture, Pergolas, Industrial
Facade architecture, Industrial
Facade architecture
Facade architecture
Facade architecture
Facade architecture
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Why these brands

DNH supplies two complementary ranges. Phoenix Mecano's RK Rose+Krieger programme covers the automation end: motorised linear units for multi-axis systems, and self-locking actuators in performance classes from short-stroke cylinders to 25,000 N heavy-duty drives, all individually configurable. elero builds German-made actuators with compact dimensions for industry, agriculture, and active facades, from 2,000 N push-rod units to the 100,000 N Vario 2, plus concealed louver drives for architectural projects

Choose Phoenix Mecano for precision automation, positioning, and multi-axis systems. Choose elero where compact dimensions, weather resistance, and facade or agricultural duty lead the specification. DNH supports and advises on selection and supply.

Typical Applications

This product range is deployed across multiple sectors.

Industrial automation Machine & plant engineering Precision positioning & multi-axis systems Agricultural machinery Industrial automation Facade architecture Pergolas & louvered roofs Solar tracking systems Medical equipment Logistics & AGVs Press & clamping systems