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Allient Inc. to Showcase Advanced Industrial I/O and Power Solutions at Rockwell Automation Fair 2025 Buffalo, N.Y. – 14 November, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls, and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced it will present…

Challenges for Motors Operating in Vacuum Environments Allient specializes in the design and manufacture of Vacuum-Rated Motors and Actuators for Semiconductor Equipment, Medical Devices, Precision Optical Systems, and Space Equipment (down to 10^-9 Torr). Traditional motors, actuators, and their electronic controllers are not compatible with vacuum environments without major design and material changes. There are…

Electric & Frameless Motors What Is An Electric Motor? It is an electromagnetic machine that creates torque or force through a combination of electromagnetism and sometimes (but not always) permanent magnets. If you don’t consider holding everything together and providing some output (shaft) to drive a load, then it is only the electromagnetic components, rotor…

Vacuum Compatibility and Why It Matters Vacuum applications present a unique set of challenges for electromagnetic actuation. Brushless DC motors, whether rotary or linear, are composed of materials and built by processes that do not readily make them vacuum compatible. When considering a motion system requiring vacuum, partnering with a trusted motor/motion system supplier, with…

Allient Inc. Launches Pyxmos™ Servo Drive: Flexible, High-Speed Motion Control for OEM Innovation Rochester, N.Y. – 29 October, 2025 – Allient Rochester (formerly ORMEC Systems) has today announced the launch of the Pyxmos™ Servo Drive, engineered specifically for OEMs seeking maximum flexibility, performance, and integration in their motion systems. Designed with a compact footprint and advanced…

Aligning Magnet Track Segments This blog provides instructions for the proper spacing and alignment of multiple magnet track segments with even numbers of magnet pairs. Contact our Solutions Center for guidance in aligning tracks with odd numbers of magnet pairs or if tracks with even and odd magnet pairs are combined. Background Allient linear motors…

Allient Linear Motors Allient ironless brushless linear motors deliver best-in-class precision, power density, quality, and performance. Allient has three standard motor profiles customized for Original Equipment Manufacturers worldwide. Our engineers can help select the best Allient linear motor for the most demanding applications including Electronic Assembly and Test, Metrology, Semiconductor Processing, Precision Machining, Life Sciences,…

Allient Inc. to Demonstrate Cutting-Edge Solutions for Defense Technology at AUSA 2025 Buffalo, N.Y. – 9 October, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced it will present its electrification, precision motion…

Allient Update on Global Capabilities to Advance Drone Market Solutions  Buffalo, N.Y. – 7 October 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced its expanded capabilities and commitment to the drone market.…

What is a Torque Motor? LS Series Torque Motor Torque motor is a term that has been created to describe a motor that will be used mainly for torque control in a precision system. Many of these systems move in very small increments and limited angles of rotation and the motor could be holding position…

Allient Inc. to Support FGCU’s Golisano Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Initiative Buffalo, N.Y. – 2 October, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced that Steve Warzala, President of Allient Defense, Chief Growth…

Direct Drive – An Engineer’s Guide Direct Drive has seen a rebirth in awareness and new applications over the past 20 years. Driving a shaft directly is really nothing new and has been done for over 100 years. What has changed is the types of motors used for the application and the types of motor…

Allient Milwaukee (formerly TCI) is Powering the Future of Water Infrastructure! We’re excited to announce that Allient Power products and technologies, will be highlighted in two upcoming water industry events this July – showcasing our commitment to cleaner power and smarter infrastructure across sectors. GAWP One Water Exhibition📍 Savannah, GA🗓 July 14-15, 2025📍 Booths 227 & 326 (with our rep partner,…

Darrell Paul Joins Allient Rochester as Director of Business Development and Strategy Buffalo, N.Y. – 9 July, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the appointment of Darrell Paul as…

Why Sensor Resolution Matters More Than You Think in Vibration Control In high-precision motion control systems like those used in semiconductor lithography, optical inspection, or precision manufacturing, the terms “sensor resolution” and “servo bandwidth” are often tossed around interchangeably, sometimes even confused as being functionally synonymous. But they’re not. And understanding the difference between the…

Allient Inc. Appoints Greg Kraus as Director of Strategic Operations for Allient Defense Solutions Buffalo, N.Y. – 20 June, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, is pleased to announce the appointment of…

Precision On Your Terms – The Case for Customer-Driven Motion Solutions A Case Study of Customer Driven Precision By Mark D. Holcomb, Director of Product Management In precision motion control, the industry has often fallen into a familiar trap, assuming that more precision is always the answer. Nanometer-level accuracy? Great – but not every application needs it.…

Allient Inc. Announces Expansion to Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor Series Sacramento, CA – 11 June, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and system solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the expansion of…

Allient Inc. Announces Unified Brand Identity Across Global Technology Units Buffalo, N.Y. – 21 May, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, is proud to announce the next phase of its…

Allied Motion, an Allient Company to Present Advanced Motor Technologies for Robotics & Automation at Automate Trade Show Buffalo, N.Y. – 5 May, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and system solutions for targeted industries and applications,…

Allient’s Latest Motor Innovations at Robotics Summit & Expo Allient is excited to participate in the upcoming Robotics Summit & Expo on April 30 – May 1 at the Boston Convention Center. If you are attending, be sure to stop by our booth #517 to explore our new product lines and learn how they can…

Driving Innovation in Digital Pathology with Precision Motion Control Systems The world of pathology is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditionally, pathologists have relied on physical glass slides, manually inspecting tissue samples under a microscope – a process that is time-intensive, highly specialized, and geographically limited. However, digital pathology is changing the game. By digitizing tissue…

Allient’s Guide to Motor Technologies and Architectures Motor Terminology Cogging Torque Cogging torque is a torque disturbance related to the change magnetic circuit reluctance with angle. It is caused by the non-uniform lamination tooth structure. It is customary to skew stator laminations or magnets to minimize the effects of cogging, but it is difficult to…

New EtherCAT Motion Controller and Servo Drive Series: SMLC-e Multi-Axis Motion Controller and EC Series EtherCAT Servo Drive Allient Rochester (formerly ORMEC Systems) announces the SMLC-e multi-axis motion controller with EtherCAT and the EC Series EtherCAT servo drive, the latest additions to its Servo Control Solutions product line. These new solutions offer enhanced performance and…

Allient Creates Machining Center of Excellence at Dothan, Alabama Facility BUFFALO, N.Y., February 3, 2025 — Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced that consistent with its strategy to “Simplify to…

Allied Motion | an Allient Company: The Global Leader in Frameless Torque Motor Solutions Frameless torque motors have surged in popularity over the last two decades, becoming the go-to choice for applications demanding precision and reliability. These motors are widely utilized in gimbals, surgical robots, turrets, direct drive stages, antenna positioning systems, general-purpose automation, space…

Allient Inc. Launches Defense Solutions Business Unit, Advancing Vertical Market Strategy BUFFALO, N.Y., December 11, 2024 — Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced the launch of its Allient Defense Solutions…

Understanding High-Voltage Drive Systems for Electric Vehicles High-voltage drive systems are key to managing power flow between the battery and electric motors in electric vehicles (EVs), offering higher efficiency, reduced energy losses, and support for more powerful motors. These systems, operating between 300-800 volts DC, enhance vehicle performance with benefits like longer driving ranges, faster…

Introducing the Electroflux Series: Revolutionizing Precision and Power for Advanced Robotics Buffalo, NY – September 18, 2024 – Allient Inc., a leader in innovative motion, controls and power solutions, proudly announces the launch of the Allied Motion Electroflux Series, a groundbreaking line of motors designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern robotics and advanced…

Buffalo, NY – August 23, 2024 – Today marks the one-year anniversary of our transformation from Allied Motion to Allient and our ticker change to ALNT on Nasdaq. This milestone reflects our evolution from a products-based business focused on motion control to a comprehensive solutions-oriented company specializing in Motion, Controls, and Power technologies. The name Allient is more than just a rebranding; it embodies our commitment to innovation and our dedication to leading the future of integrated solutions. Over the past year, we’ve embraced significant changes that have reinforced our focus on excellence, driving growth, and expanding our capabilities.

Allient's journey to ISO-26262 certification is a testament to the company’s dedication to automotive functional safety. By embracing rigorous standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, Allient not only enhances the safety and quality of its products but also strengthens its position in the competitive vehicle market. The commitment and collaboration displayed throughout this project set a new benchmark for excellence and innovation in functional safety.

Allied Motion Introduces EnduraMax 75i Brushless Motor with Integral Drive: 75 mm Motordrive Unit for Maximum Torque, Speed, and Positioning Control Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the EnduraMax 75i Series, a 75 mm diameter brushless DC motor with an all-digital integrated drive. The compact, high power density EnduraMax 75i is capable of controlling torque,…

Allied Motion Introduces KinetiMax 95 HPD High Power Density Brushless Motors Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the KinetiMax 95 High Power Drive (HPD), an outer-rotor brushless motor. This frameless parts set motor is designed to maximize power density for its volume with a nominal output torque of 2 Nm at 2300 RPM, resulting…

New SWS Steering Wheel Sensor for Warehouse Trucks Compact, integrated steering wheel sensor with adjustable steering feel (haptic) and CAN bus Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the SWS Steering Wheel Sensor, a compact steer-by-wire steering wheel feedback sensor designed specifically for warehouse vehicles like reach, counterbalance, and lift trucks. Steering wheels can be mounted…

Allied Motion Introduces New Generation Electric Power Steering Systems Compact, integrated steering for all sizes of warehouse and autonomous vehicles Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the electric power steering (EPS) series for steer-by-wire warehouse vehicles, autonomous AGVs, and similar material transport vehicles needing a robust electric steering solution. The EPS series is a compact, fully-integrated…

Allied Motion Introduces the EHS Series: Electrohydraulic Pump Drive Motors with Integrated Drive Electronics for Power Steering in Buses and Trucks Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the new EHS series, compact brushless hydraulic pump motors with integrated drive electronics designed to directly drive electrohydraulic pumps on large trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles. They are available in…

Allied Motion Introduces Globe Line of Mil-Spec PMDC Motor and Planetary Gear Motors Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies announces the Globe line of mil-spec-qualified fractional horsepower PMDC motors and gear motors. These motors are available off-the-shelf or on short lead time through Allied’s QuickShip program. Modified versions – with specially machined mounting provisions, holding brakes, tachometers and/or encoders…

Allied Motion Expands Line of Frameless Megaflux™ Direct Drive Torque Motors Smaller sizes added to accommodate wider range of OEM applications Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies announces the addition of smaller frame sizes to its line of MegafluxTM Frameless Direct Drive Torque Motors. Motors are now available in sizes ranging from 60 to 792 mm in outside…

New HeiMotion Premium Brushless Servo Motor Delivers High Torque, Speed and Flexibility in a Compact Package Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the HeiMotionTM Premium (HMP) brushless AC servo motor family. HeiMotion is available in five metric frame sizes with rated torque from 0.12 up to 14.4 Nm, and continuous shaft power from 50…

Fully-Integrated Powered Wheel Drives with Steering Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the WheelMaxTM Steering Series wheel drive assemblies. WheelMax Steering Drives are fully-integrated, electrically-powered traction wheels with on-board steering systems for electric vehicles. Each WheelMax Steering Drive combines a traction wheel with tire, epicyclic gearbox, robust steering gear and bearing system, and two…

Allied Motion Introduces KinetiMax 42 EB Brushless DC Motor with Integrated Drive Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the KinetiMax 42 EB, a 42-mm diameter outer rotor, brushless DC motor with an integrated drive. Extremely compact, the KinetiMax 42 has a robust bearing system capable of handling high side loads. It has a minimum…