Motion Control and Automation

Join Valin at ATX West in April!

Please join us April 12 - 14 in Anaheim, CA for the Automation Technology Tradeshow, ATX West. Valin will be exhibiting at the show where you will get to see the latest technology.

IFA High-Speed Belt Driven Actuator from IAI

IAI's new IFA High-Speed Belt Driven Actuator is ideal for long-distance transport between processes and can move up to 40kg in 3000mm/seconds.

Patlite NHL-FV Network Monitoring Signal Tower

This 3-tier network monitoring signal tower facilitates communication between a wider range of devices within your network, featuring cloud compatibility, email alerts, and supports multiple protocols.

WAGO 8-Port ECO Unmanaged Switch (852-112/000-001)

WAGO’s new 8-Port ECO Unmanaged Switch (852-112/000-001) provides users with a cost-effective and flexible networking option.

Choosing the Right Type of Stepper Motor for Your Application

Stepper motors are popular for their ability to stop accurately as well as their ease of use.  Both the amount of rotation and the speed are controlled easily with the same digital square wave pulse signal.

IAI ELECYLINDER® Large Slider Type

Large ELECYLINDER® Slider type with a longer stroke operates at higher speeds.

Mitsubishi Electric FR-F800 Series Variable Frequency Drives for HVAC Applications

FR-F800 is a dedicated energy-saving VFD, optimized for the control of pumps, fans or compressors in HVAC applications. Available for use as a stand-alone drive or as part of a PowerGate Bypass Controller solution.

Mitsubishi Electric FR-D700 Series for Fan and Pump Control

FR-D700 is the ideal workhorse drive for small pump and fan control in HVAC applications. Thanks to its integrated component design, FR-D700 is extremely compact and has an enviable reputation for durability and maintenance free operation in punishing environments.

IXA-4NHN Ultra Large SCARA Robot from IAI

Introducing a new high-speed, high-payload SCARA robot with an arm length of 1,200mm -- the IXA-4NHN from Intelligent Actuator.

IIoT PLCs vs IIoT Gateways

PLCs have been doing a lot of this work for decades.  However, there are some newer functionalities in our PLCs that make this marketing concept easier to implement.  Learn more about “3 Methods for Sharing Data from an IIoT PLC” to understand these functionalities.