April 16th, 2026 
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Motorized Stages – Van Nuys, CA – OES (Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc.) has added a high resolution, compact vertical stage to its extensive line of high accuracy, high resolution lift stages. The BT-SN50 Z-axis Stage has 50 mm of travel and a footprint of just 125 mm by 125 mm.
April 9th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA – Solenoids – Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) has released a series 1 inch (25.4 mm) stroke, Pull Type D-Frame Solenoids. The S-20-150 Series is comprised of 18 different low-cost D-Frame Solenoids designed to meet the Voltage, Duty Cycle, Force and Stroke requirements of the user.
April 2nd, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — All Motion Control – Netzer is proud to introduce the new VLM-60 multi-turn, hollow shaft absolute rotary encoder, the ideal solution for smooth and continuous production with limited space.
March 26th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA – 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.
March 16th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
E. Longmeadow, MA –Motion Control – CERAMICSPEED Hybrid Radial Corrotec/CorroCoat Bearings are designed for environments of high humidity, have been approved in accordance with FDA 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulation covering medicine and food), and have an EC No. 1935/2004 authorization.
March 12th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Forestville, CA, Motion Control — The AC201 Digital Autocollimator is a high performance 2-axis non-contact digital angular displacement sensors. This new series of digital autocollimators builds on the field proven AC400 digital autocollimators previously offered. Like the AC400 series this new generation of autocollimators were specifically developed for companies that produce instrumentation or tooling requiring high precision alignment.
March 5th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Motorizes Stages – Motion Control – The Sub-micron, AU200-50×50 Open Aperture Alignment Stage from Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) with a 90 mm by 90 mm open aperture is the ideal choice for applications requiring extreme precision such as: Semiconductor wafer inspection and handling, laser drilling and machining, testing, scanning, inspection, measurements, optical applications, medical diagnostic devices and instrument assembly, calibration, and inspection, 3D Printing, and alignment.
February 26th, 2026 Editor-Publisher
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA –The R-09-150 CCWM Series of Counter Clockwise, Forward Shaft Extension Rotary Solenoids from Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS), available in OEM quantities, features 18 different winding configurations allowing the user to match torque and duty cycle requirements to an application. These compact 38.1 mm (1.50 in.) diameter solenoids are just 22.098 (22.1) mm (0.87 in.) long and have two M4X0.7 threaded studs (8-32 studs optional) 7.366 (7.4) mm (0.29 in.) long on a 22.225 (22.2) mm (0.875 in.) bolt circle. The shaft has 40 degrees of counter clockwise rotation, extending (13.0) mm (0.51 in.). The shaft end is serrated for a better grip of the attached load.
February 19th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control – Electromate Inc., a leading Distributor of Precision Robotic & Mechatronic Solutions, is excited to announce the pre-order availability of Universal Robots’ latest innovation – the UR30 collaborative robot (cobot). The UR30, boasting a 30 kg payload capacity, is the newest addition to Universal Robots’ cutting-edge cobot lineup.
February 12th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Van Nuys, CA – Linear Motion Actuator – The GVCM-095-064-01 Linear Servo Actuator from Moticont combines high precision and high force in an easily integrated package. This linear voice coil servo actuator, also called a moving coil motor, features: Zero cogging, high speed, high acceleration/deceleration, and high precision accuracy and repeatability when operated in a closed servo loop.
February 5th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Motion Control – E. Longmeadow, MA – 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.
January 29th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
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.
January 22nd, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
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.
January 15th, 2026 Editor-Publisher
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA –Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) has released a series of low-cost miniature electromagnets. Their E-66-38 Series Tubular Electromagnets is just 0.38 inches in diameter and 0.66 inches in length. To match the duty cycle and holding force requirements of a specific application, E-66-38 Series Electromagnets are available with16 different windings to select from.
January 8th, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Innovations in Motion Control – Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, today announced the latest update to its AKD2G servo drive. With the introduction of these new features, Kollmorgen has broadened its offerings to additionally support PROFINET IRT and Ethernet/IP with CIP Sync alongside CANopen®*, EtherCAT®*, and FSoE time-synchronized communication protocols.
January 1st, 2026 Editor-Publisher 
Van Nuys, CA – Motion Control – The HVCM-051-032-013-01 Linear Voice Coil Motor released by Moticont, features a high force-to-size ratio and a 19.1 mm (0.75 in.) stroke.
December 18th, 2025 Editor-Publisher 
Forestville, CA, – — Motion Control – This Custom PVS-30.5 Parallelogram Voice Coil Stage Features: Flexure guidance system, 30 millimeter clear aperture, 4 millimeters of linear motion, 45 G’s acceleration (no load), 200 nanometers positioning repeatability, non-contact electro-optic position sensor, direct SCA-814 Servo Controlled Amplifier compatibility, 38mm x 46mm x 85mm, 280 grams.
December 11th, 2025 Editor-Publisher
Motion Control – Van Nuys, CA – Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) Has released the Pick and Hold SDM950 Power Solenoid Driver Module. This “Made in America,” compact, PWM driver module measuring just 2.950 in. x 3.000 in. is designed to consume less energy by first applying the voltage for a pre-determined period of time (Pick Time) necessary to activate the solenoid and then when the plunger is seated, drop the voltage (Holding Voltage) to a level sufficient to hold the solenoid in the seated position conserving energy and extending the life of a solenoid by avoiding overheating the solenoid’s coil.
December 1st, 2025 Editor-Publisher 
Motion Control Van Nuys, CA – Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) has released the AT20-30 series of Motorized Vertical Lift Stages featuring sub-micron resolution, very high parallelism and a vertical lift of 30 mm. The AT20-30-01 (pictured) is driven by a Two-Phase Stepper Motor that features a repeatability of 5 microns, positional accuracy of 15 microns and a Full Step resolution of 0.2 microns! This stepper motor driven stage also has a knob on the motor for manual adjustment.
November 27th, 2025 Editor-Publisher 
Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control – Electromate Inc., Canada’s exclusive distributor of maxon precision mechatronic components, announces the release of the HEJ 70 High-Efficiency Joint actuator. This compact, fully integrated robotic joint actuator is engineered to meet the demanding performance needs of mobile and manipulation robots.
