Posted by Editor on January 20th, 2025
Motion Control – Compact Push/Pull Solenoids


Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA –Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) has released 18 low-profile Push/Pull Clapper Solenoids with the ampere turns (windings) adjusted to meet the specific force and duty cycle requirements of an application. The S-66-100 Series of Low-Profile Clapper Push/Pull Type Solenoids from MSS are just 1.00 in. in diameter and 0.66 in. deep. Read more »
Posted by Editor on January 13th, 2025
Motion Control – High Force Actuator to 50,000 Lbs!


Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control — Tolomatic’s expanded extreme-force electric actuator family now includes the RSX128 actuator, rated up to 50,000 pounds of force (222.4 kN). Read more »
Posted by Editor on January 6th, 2025
Motion Control Videos – Visit the OES YouTube Channel!


Van Nuys, CA —– Motion Control Videos- Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) has unveiled their new YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@oesmotioncontrolvideos. Checkout their new video featuring the AK110-10-15 Alpha-Beta Dual axis Goniometer Stage. Read more »
Posted by Editor on December 24th, 2024
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.

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Posted by Editor on December 17th, 2024
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.
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Posted by Editor on December 10th, 2024
Motion Control – Sub-micron Positioning Stage


Forestville, CA, —Motion Control — High speed, high force, sub-micron, >300 nanometer (1.1811 10-6 in.) positioning resolution, cross roller voice coil stages are self contained, compact, and can be mounted in a horizontal or vertical axis. The high speed, 20 mm (0.7874 in.) travel, Equipment Solutions’ Motion Control VCS-2020 Voice Coil Stage features a 20 mm dia. aperture. An integrated Analog position feedback sensor assures 100 nanometer (3.937 10-6 in.) repeatability. Read more »
Posted by Editor on December 3rd, 2024
Motion Control – Push Type Open Frame Solenoid


Motion Control Solenoids – Van Nuys, CA — Push Type Solenoids from Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) includes a series of 18 different low-cost open frame solenoids to select from based on the Voltage, Duty Cycle, Force of up to 96 oz (26.7 N) and stroke requirements of the user. Read more »
Posted by Editor on November 19th, 2024
Motion Control – Z-axis Stages


Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – OES (Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc.) has added vertical stages to their extensive line of high accuracy, high resolution lift stages. Read more »
Posted by Editor on November 5th, 2024
Motion Control – Ceramic Hybrid Linear Bearings

E. Longmeadow, MA – Motion Control – Linear Motion – Pegasus Hybrid Linear Bearings for the times Bearing Failure just can not be allowed to Happen! That is the the time when Down-Time is more costly then the price of the bearings.
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Posted by Editor on October 29th, 2024
Motion Control – Open Aperture Linear Focus Actuator

Motion Control – LFA-3404 Linear Focus Actuator: 34 millimeter clear aperture, 4 millimeter range of motion, <50 nanometer positioning resolution, 90 grams moving mass, 89 x 57mm, 1kg
Forestville, CA, – Motion Control – LFA-3404 Linear Focus Actuator: is a high performance compact positioning actuator. It was specifically developed for applications requiring both high precision and high-speed positioning over a short to medium stroke. This product mates the voice coil motor to a perfectly smooth flexure guidance system and a very high resolution position feedback encoder. Read more »
Posted by Editor on October 22nd, 2024
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 motion control Solenoids and those of other manufacturers that includes: Tubular, Open Frame, Low Profile, Hinged Clapper, Latching, and Rotary Solenoids. This compact, quiet 20 kHz pulse width modulated driver module measuring just 1.65 in. x 2.50 in. is designed to consume less energy by first applying the voltage for a pre-determined period of time necessary to activate the solenoid and when the plunger is seated, drop the voltage to a level sufficient to hold the solenoid in the seated position conserving energy and avoiding overheating the solenoid’s coil.
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Posted by Editor on October 8th, 2024
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.
The two-phase stepper motors are standard with a knob for manual adjustment. The knob can be replaced with an incremental quadrature encoder for position verification. Read more »
Posted by Editor on October 1st, 2024
Motion Control – Miniature Voice Coil Motor!


Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – The miniature hollow core HVCM-019-032-003-02 Voice Coil Motor, featuring a 3.2 mm open aperture and high force-to-size ratio has been introduced by Moticont. A true DC Servo Motor, it has a continuous force rating of 2.1 N (7.4 oz.) and a peak force of 6.5 N (23.3 oz) at a 10% duty cycle. Read more »
Posted by Editor on September 24th, 2024
Motion Control – Flange Blocks Application

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Posted by Editor on September 17th, 2024
Motion Control – Miniature Linear Focus Actuator

Motion Control – LFA-1007 Linear Focus Actuator: 10mm clear aperture, 7mm range of motion, <50 nanometer positioning resolution, 50 grams moving mass, 70 x 70 x 50 (600g)

Forestville, CA — Motion Control – Linear Focus Actuator – The LFA-1007 is a high performance compact positioning actuator. It was specifically developed for applications requiring both high precision and high-speed positioning over a short to medium stroke. This product mates the voice coil motor to a perfectly smooth flexure guidance system and a very high resolution position feedback encoder. Read more »
Posted by Editor on September 10th, 2024
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.

The S-70-300H Series of solenoids feature a 3.000 in. diameter x 7.00 in. long housing and a 1.75-12 UN A thread for mounting. Read more »
Posted by Editor on September 3rd, 2024
Motion Control – Automation – Improved Tabletop Robot for Cell Production Applications, Featuring Significantly Higher Payload, Maximum Speed and Rigidity!


Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control – Automation-Intelligent Actuator Inc. announces the release of its new TTA Series Tabletop Robots. Features include:
- Significantly Higher Payload and Maximum Speed-
Max Payload: Work Part Side (X Axis): 20 kg, Tool Side (Z Axis): 5 kg
Max Speed: X Axis: 800 mm/sec, Y Axis: 800 mm/sec, Z Axis: 400 mm/sec. Read more »
Posted by Editor on August 20th, 2024
Motion Control – Electric Cylinder

Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – A New, compact, Electric Cylinder or Linear Voice Coil Actuator 38.1 mm (1.500 in.) in diameter, with a 12.7 mm (0.500 in.) stroke, and a housing length of 69.9 mm (2.750 in.) long has been released by Moticont.

This new SDLM-038-070-01-01M Linear DC Actuator features high repeatability, 1.25 micron resolution, a continuous force of 14.5 N (3.2 lbs.), and a peak force of 45.8 N (10.3 lbs.). To operate at peak efficiency an integral temperature sensor provides data to achieve the highest possible throughput. Read more »
Posted by Editor on August 13th, 2024
Motion Control – FDA/Dairy Washdown System


E. Longmeadow, MA – — Motion Control – Application – Dairy machinery manufacturers are under intense scrutiny by FDA inspectors when it comes to FDA material and caustic washdown compliance. Recently, LM76 was called by a large US dairy packaging company to review a problematic portion of their filling line. After each shift, the filling line is washed-down, has a caustic foaming agent applied to kill bacteria and then is final rinsed. Read more »
Posted by Editor on August 6th, 2024
Motion Control – Miniature Stepper Motor Stage


Forestville, CA, – — The motion control SMS12 Linear Stepper Motor stage is an ultra compact stage that provides up to 12 millimeters of linear motion. This stage offers near sub-micron resolution with the ability to accelerate a small load at 2G’s. A non-contact home sensor provides a reference position with repeatability of a couple microns. It was specifically developed for optical applications requiring both high precision and modest-speed positioning over a short to medium stroke. Read more »