Bi-directional actuator for working tool

摘要

An actuator apparatus (10) includes a transverse support structure (14) for guiding a transverse carriage (16) therealong, with the carriage being powered by a remotely located rotational actuator (20) through an endless belt (80) secured to the carriage (16). A second carriage (26) moves along a longitudinal support structure (24) cantilevered transversely from carriage (16). The second carriage is powered by a remotely located second rotational actuator (28) acting through a second endless belt (150). A working tool (30) is mounted on the second carriage (26) for high speed bi-directional movement.