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Rockwell Automation announced it has expanded its motion control business by completing the acquisition of MagneMotion, a manufacturer of patented conveyor systems with servo-controlled independent cart technology. The addition of this new offering will integrate into existing Rockwell Automation control, safety and sensing solutions to help manufacturers transport products and heavy loads between machines and throughout a plant.
Developed by Ph.D.-level researchers from MIT, the MagneMotion systems are designed for applications of various lengths, speeds, and thrust requirements, with no cables limiting the motion of the vehicle or moving frame. With linear synchronous motor technology, the systems help manufacturers to achieve higher throughput and flexibility to run a variety of products through and between machines.
This is the second major investment made by Rockwell Automation to build its motion control business; in 2014, the company acquired Jacobs Automation and its iTRAK system.
By augmenting its motion control offering with conveyor systems that can be integrated with its existing products, Rockwell Automation's objective is to complement and strengthen its market position, domain expertise, and its technology offering.
Keywords: Independent Cart Technology, Automotive, Medical Device, High-Performance Conveyor Systems, Linear Synchronous Motor Technology, ARC Advisory Group.