Innovations in Motion Control Products – HPF Harmonic Drive Series
Motion Control – New Harmonic Drive HPF Series: High-Performance Hollow Shaft Gear Unit
March 10th, 2025 
Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Miniature Direct Drive Linear Motor with Integrated Encoder and Temperature Sensor is Just 16 mm in Diameter!
March 3rd, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Miniature Integrated Voice Coil Motor
Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – Moticont has added the SDLM-016-032-01-01-M (Metric) Direct Drive Linear Motor with an integrated encoder and temperature sensor to their SDLM Series of Metric and Imperial dimensioned high precision linear actuators.
Motion Control – Say “Goodbye” to Grease Guns with CeramicSpeed Bearings!
February 25th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – SLT Dry Lube
E. Longmeadow, MA –Motion Control – Lubrication, Lubrication Systems have always been a required – but less than desirable – facet of bearing life. What if you could go Lube-Free. For more information, call Mike Quinn 617-538-8756 email: mquinn@LM76.com
Motorized Stages – Sub-micron Z-Axis Positioning Motion Control Stages with Four Motor Options Introduced by OES!
February 11th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motorized Stages – Z-axis Motion Control Stages
Van Nuys, CA – Motorized Stages – Motion Control – OES (Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc.) has added vertical stages to their extensive line of high accuracy, high resolution lift stages.
Motion Control – Select from the S-70-300H Series of 3 Inch Dia. Push Type Solenoids to Meet the High Force Requirements of an Application!
February 11th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Push Type Solenoids
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA – Solenoids – The S-70-300H Series of high force Push Type Tubular Solenoids has been released by Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS). Ideal for strokes of up to 4.00 inches, this series of solenoids features 18 different solenoids to select from based on the Force, Voltage, Duty Cycle, and Stroke requirement of the user. MSS Solenoids coils typically utilize Class “F” 23 to 40 AWG (American Wire Gauge) windings with Class “A” lead wire insulation for better protection of the solenoid during longer duty cycles.
Motion Control – Electromate Introduces Advanced UAV and Drone Subsystems in Partnership with maxon
February 4th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – UAV and Drone Subsystems!
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control – Electromate, a leading Canadian distributor of high-performance mechatronic solutions, is pleased to announce the availability of advanced UAV and drone subsystems through its partnership with maxon, a renowned Swiss manufacturer of precision drive systems.
Linear Motion Control – One Piece ETX Linear Bearing/Pillow Blocks Can Be Used In Radioactive Environments!
January 20th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – ETX Pillow Block/Bearings for Radioactive Environments
E. Longmeadow, MA Motion — Control Components – Linear Motion – LM76 now offers one piece ETX Linear Bearing/Pillow Blocks that will not degrade in a radioactive environment! Machined from a solid block of self lubricating ETX, linear bearing-blocks have high strength, excellent wear resistance, low coefficient of friction, and excellent dimensional stability at higher temperatures As there is no other materials such as PTFE seals or lubricants these bearing-blocks are maintenance free.
Motion Control – RVC-1008 Miniature Rotational Voice Coil Stage from Equipment Solutions
January 13th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Miniature Rotational Voice Coil Stage
Forestville, CA, – — The RVC-1008 Rotational Voice Coil Stage: Optical element widths up to 20mm; Controllable motion over +/-10 degree optical; Small step response of less than 3msec; Non-contact electro-optic position sensor; Positioning sensitivity of less than 2µrad; Analog and USB control of mirror position; Digital positioning resolution of 6µrad; Fully integrated PID servo controller; Simple USB electrical interface; Extremely compact design.
Motion Control – High Performance Plug-and-Play Linear Voice Coil Stage Features 1.0 Micron Resolution!
January 7th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – 1.0 Resolution Voice Coil Stage!
Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – A one Micron resolution linear DC motor driven stage has been released by Moticont. The high performance VCDS-025-038-02-B1-01 linear voice coil stage features high speed, high acceleration/deceleration, zero backlash, smooth motion, precise positioning, high reliability, and low cost. This non-commutated stage is clean room friendly.
Motion Control – Four Axes XYZ-Goniometer Stages with Four Motor Options Features Positional Accuracy to 10 Microns!
January 6th, 2025 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – XYZ-Goniometer Positioning Stages
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA – OES (Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc.) is unveiling their new XYZ-Goniometer Series of Four-axes Stages. Any of the three Goniometers Stages with +/- 10 degrees, +/- 15 degrees or +/- 45 degrees of travel can be integrated with X, Y, and Z axis stages with 15 mm, 30 mm, 50 mm, 75 mm, or larger than 100 mm of linear travel linear in any combination of X, Y, and Z axes.
Motion Control – Select from the Large Variety of Precision XYZ Axis Stages to Suit Your Specific Application from Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES)!
December 31st, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – XYZ Axis Stages to Suit Specific Applications!
Van Nuys, CA – — Motion Control – OES (Optimal Engineering Systems) has introduced a series of high precision, low cost XYZ positioning stages that can be easily integrated into new and existing applications. They are offered in 5 travel lengths for each axis, 50 mm (1.969 in.), 100 mm (3.937 in.), 150 mm (5.906 in.), 200 mm (7.874 in.), and 300 mm (11.811 in.). Any combination of lengths, motors, and lead screws are available.
Motion Control – Solenoid Driver Module from Magnetic Sensor Systems is Energy Stingy!
December 24th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Solenoids – Driver Module
Motion Control – Solenoids – Van Nuys, CA – Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) Has released the SDM840 Solenoid Driver Module as a complement to their Series of Solenoids and those of other manufacturers that includes: Tubular, Open Frame, Low Profile, Hinged Clapper, Latching, and Rotary Solenoids.
Motion Control – Kollmorgen expands its line of certified explosion proof products with new ATEX and IECEx/cETLus status for Goldline high-voltage servo motors
December 17th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Explosion proof Servomotors!
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control – Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, announced ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing for the explosion proof Goldline EBH 480 Vac servo motor.
Motion Control – Linear Bearings Application – The Bearing that’s Present for Every Launch!
December 3rd, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Linear Bearings Application
E. Longmeadow, MA – Motion Control – Linear Motion – LM76 Minuteman PTFE, Self-Lubricating motion control bearings take on some very stringent application roles, this is just one of them.
Servo Controller for Non-commutated Devices, e.g. voice coil motors, from Equipment Solutions!
November 26th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Servo Controller for Non-commutated Devices!
Motion Control SCA601 Linear Servo Controller: High Performance analog PID Servo Control law; Digital control of PID tuning parameters; Analog Position Sensor input; High current linear amplifier; RS232 interface; 76 x 76 x 25
Forestville, CA, – — The SCA601 Linear Servo Controller was specifically designed to control single phase, non-commutated devices like voice coil motors. It is a high performance single axis DC motor controller and amplifier system. It is comprised of a highly integrated single PC board level product with a cohesive interface and a compact heat sink.
Motion Control – Low Profile, High Precision Motorized Cross Roller Linear Stages
November 19th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Precision Linear Stage
Van Nuys, CA – Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) offers a high precision series of low cost, low profile motorized single axis positioning stages. The compact AQ110 Series of four cross roller linear stages have travel lengths of 15 mm (0.590 in), 30 mm (1.181 in), 50 mm (1.968 in), and 75 mm (2.952 in). Open loop repeatability of all stages is 0.5µ using a 10 mirco- steps-per-step Step Motor Driver or just 0.25µ using a 20 mirco-steps-per-step Step Motor Driver. Precision ground lead screws with just 2µ of backlash and high precision cross roller linear travel guides assures repeatability of 5µ, and positional accuracy of 10µ.
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Motion Control – Maxon Adds Dynamism to Robotic Servo Motors
November 5th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Motors and Gearheads
Advanced Compact Motors and Gearheads for High-Performance Robotics
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada -Electromate, Canada’s premier distributor of motion control solutions, is proud to announce the release of maxon’s EC Frameless DT50 Motor and ECX Flat Series DC Motors and Gearheads, designed to meet the demands of modern robotics and automation systems. The EC and ECX Series motors and gearheads offer compact, efficient drive systems with exceptional torque and power density, making them ideal for applications requiring precise motion control.
Motion Control – New! Compact Linear Voice Coil Servo Motor with Built-in Shaft and Bearing Features: Zero Cogging, High Force-to-Size Ratio, and 0.500 in. Stroke!
October 29th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – Compact Miniature Voice Coil Motor!
Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – The GVCM-032-025-02M Linear Voice Coil Servo Motor, is the first of a new series, released by Moticont. This 12.7 mm (0.500 in.) stroke compact linear servo motor with built-in shaft and bearing is just 31.8 mm (1.250 in.) in diameter.
Motion Control – CERAMICSPEED Bearing Units Are FDA Compliant!
October 22nd, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – FDA Compliant Ceramic Radial Bearings
E. Longmeadow, MA – Motion Control – LM76 is continuing to expand its FDA compliant radial and linear bearing product lines. CERAMICSPEED Bearing Units are the latest additions. Bearings used in the food and beverage industry have to be reliable, easily cleaned, and require only minimal maintenance. CERAMICSPEED Bearing Units featuring FDA-approved Si3N4 (Silicon Nitride) balls have extremely long service life as Si3N4 balls are 2 times harder than steel balls and 4 times smoother.
Motion Control – High Performance Parallelogram Voice Coil Positioning Stage From Equipment Solutions Is a Complete Positioning System!
October 15th, 2024 Editor-Publisher Motion Control – High Performance Parallelogram Voice Coil Positioning Stage
Forestville, CA – Motion Control – Components – The PVS-5.5 Parallelogram Voice Coil Stage from Equipment Solutions is a complete, compact high performance positioning system. This compact stage (37mm x 31 mm x 32 mm) weighing just 70 grams features a 5 mm clear aperture through the center of the motor and the friction free, flexure linking system.
Non-linearity is <±0.5% throughout the stages 5 mm range of motion. PVS-5.5 Parallelogram Voice Coil Stage is ideal for optical focusing and micropositioning applications such as: Semiconductor, medical, optical testing, scanning microscopy, circuit board assembly, and micro manufacturing.