This section provides an overview for servo controllers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 26 servo controller manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked servo controller companies as of November, 2024: 1.ADVANCED Motion Controls, 2.Ability & Drive II LLP, 3.Motioncontrolproducts..
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A servo controller is a control device that achieves high-speed, high-precision drive control of various industrial machines.
There are several servo controllers for different applications, such as sequencer-based and industrial PC-based controllers. A servo controller must be selected for each control application.
In recent years, there have been cases where a large-scale servo control system has been built by integrating the servo controller and a cloud-based system using IoT technology.
Servo controllers are mainly used for high-speed, high-precision drive control of various industrial machines in the industrial field. Servo controllers can be broadly classified into two types: sequencer-based and industrial PC-based.
Sequencer-based servo controllers are used for integrated control of servo motors mounted on a single piece of equipment or multiple pieces of equipment, while industrial PC-based controllers are used for large-scale systems that centrally control an entire production line.
Examples of servo controller applications include the following:
A servo motor does not operate by itself; it requires a servo amplifier, which is the driver that operates the servo motor, and a servo controller, which acts as a control tower.
The servo controller transmits command signals to the servo amplifier, which in turn supplies power to the servo motor.
The role of the servo controller is to output target values of position, speed, and rotation force to move the servo motor as command signals.
The servo amplifier supplies power to the servo motor based on the command signals received from the servo controller. It is not always the case that the servo motor is moving according to the target value. Therefore, the servo amplifier receives feedback signals from the servo motors as described below.
The servo motor has an encoder inside. The encoder detects the actual rotation position and speed of the servo motor and converts them into electrical signals. This electrical signal is sent to the servo amplifier as a feedback signal.
The servo amplifier compares the feedback signal with the target value received from the servo controller and controls the power supply to the servo motor to minimize the error.
Servo motors, including servo controllers, are controlled by feedback control. There are two types of control: open-loop control and closed-loop control.
1. Open-Loop Control
This control uses a mathematical model on the current state and control system to perform calculations on inputs. It is used for simple processes. Sequence control is a typical example, in which each step of the control proceeds sequentially according to a predetermined order.
The advantage of an open-loop system is that the system is less susceptible to measurement noise and instability. The disadvantage is that the control is design-specific.
2. Closed-Loop Control
This technique provides feedback of the system's output to the input and is more accurate than open-loop control. Closed-loop systems have superior robustness, but the disadvantage is that they can cause uncontrolled behavior in the system.
Another disadvantage is that they are vulnerable to measurement noise. Motor servomotors use closed-loop control, which enables precise rotation speeds and rotational speeds to be achieved.
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AEROTECH creates solutions for motion and positioning of devices. Customers are from industries as diverse as data storage, medical devices, and aerospace. AEROTECH develops controllers, drives, motors, and other parts for motion and positioning devices and offers custom-engineered motion systems. AEROTECH’s serves both manufacturers of individual parts as well as equipment operators offering full range of support rom design to manufacturing to deployment.
ADVANCED Motion Controls, founded in 1987 and based in Camarillo, California, is a manufacturer and supplier of servo drives and motor controllers. Its product offerings include servo drives, the AxCent Drive Family for servo motor control, FlexPro and DigiFlex Performance Digital Drives for precise motor control, mounting cards for secure drive installation, and power supplies to provide necessary electrical power. Its 20-90 VDC Micro-Sized FlexPro servo drives received 3rd place in the Motion Control category at the 2023 Leap Awards, benefiting the engineering design industry.
Baumüller, founded in 1930 with headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, is a manufacturer of servo technology, electric automation, and drive systems machinery and equipment. The company's products include decentralized drives, servo motors, high-torque motors, servo pumps, and mobile drives. Baumüller offers customers services that include custom engineering, commissioning, and maintenance of their machines. The company also offers custom planning, engineering, fabrication, and installation of its full automation systems, such as those used in machine manufacturing.
MOON’s is headquartered in Shanghai, China. MOON’s is a manufacturer or motion control products. Among these products are stepper drives and motors, brushed and brushless DC motors, servo drives and motors, integrated motors, BLDC drives, lighting drivers and control products, and condition monitoring products. MOON’s has achieved ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 certification.
Electropneumatics & Hydraulics (I) Pvt. Ltd. (E&HI) is an Indian manufacturer of pneumatic as well as hydraulic valves that was established in Chakan, Maharashtra in 1983. The company’s product lineup includes hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders and valves, as well as PET and metal forming machines. It also offers AC servo drive, motor, and control systems for precise control of parameters such as torque, position, and speed. E&HI products are mainly used by its clients in the shipbuilding, automotive, rail, white goods, and HVAC industries.
Motion Control Products Ltd. is a UK-based global supplier and manufacturer of various automation control systems, products, and components for all machinery and systems mechanization requirements. The company offers a range of products including Computer Numeric Control (CNC) and motion controllers which are components used in advanced manufacturing systems, automation, robotics, and aerospace. They also offer Drives and Inverters for use in film & foil converting equipment, printing industries, and to control stepper motors. The company also has offices in China, Hong Kong, and the United States.
Vector, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Dongguan City, China, is a manufacturer specializing in industrial automation products and solutions. The company offers a comprehensive product portfolio that includes a range of solutions, such as the chasing knife servo system in construction automation equipment, rotary knife servo system for vertical packing machines with UART/RS232 connectivity, a 220V small power 0.2KW and 0.4KW economical servo drive for labeling machines, the MULTIPROG 3 Axis analog and pulse motion controller with 8 IO expansion for printing machines, and a 75KW and 55KW fast response programmable spindle servo motor drive for CNC equipment.
Desheng Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd, a leading Chinese Servo Manufacturer since May 2013. We operate from a 12,000 sqm facility in Dongguan with a monthly production capacity of 800,000 sets. Our servos are used in STEAM education, robotics, UAVs, and more. We're ISO9001 certified, with CE, FCC, and ROHS compliance. We focus on in-house quality control, ensuring top-notch products. We serve customers in China, Southeast Asia, the USA, Canada, Europe, and the UAE. For custom solutions and great service, contact us. ODM&OEM inquiries are welcome. Thank you!
Servocontrols & Hydraulics India Pvt. Ltd., established in 2002 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, is a manufacturer of closed loop control and devices. The company specializes in a comprehensive range of products, including electro-hydraulic systems, servo valves, hydraulic cylinders, and other control systems. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and the products offer benefits such as improved control, efficiency, and stability in various applications in aerospace, military, automotive, and industrial automation. It delivers modern hydraulic as well as control solutions that are important in upgrading performance and productivity.
B&R Industrial Automation GmbH, founded in 1979 with headquarters in Austria, is a manufacturer of automation technology, including a complete portfolio of robotics, automation, and software. The company's standard and tailored products are used in the automotive, maritime, medical device assembly, packaging, and plastics markets, among many others. The product line includes industrial PCs, I/O systems, robotics, and software for industrial components. B&R joined the ABB Group in 2017 to specialize in the integration of technology and sophisticated engineering to provide industries with solutions for machine and factory automation, motion control, and integrated safety technology.
Founded in New York in 1916, Kollmorgen designs and manufactures motion system, drives, motors, actuators, gear heads, automated guided vehicle (AVG) systems, and accessories across a number of implementations and industries. These include aerospace, AGV, food&beverage, machine tools, metal forming, medical automation and imaging, energy, packaging, pharmaceutical, postal sorting, printing, robotics, smart warehouses, and tire and rubber production. Kollmorgen assists customers both in custom designs and in allowing customers to design their own devices based on individual needs.
Assun Motor is based in Shenzhen China, founded in 2003, an innovative manufacturer for advanced DC drive system. Products including DC Coreless Brushed Motor, DC Slot-less Brushless Motor, Planetary Gearbox, Servo Motor and Controller, Encoder and Brake. Assun Motor provide high precision, reliability and efficiency DC drive systems for critical applications.
Shimaden Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of industrial temperature and humidity control equipment founded in 1953 and based in Tokyo, Japan. The company manufactures a wide range of products for monitoring and controlling environmental factors. Its products include various sensor converters for humidity, digital or analog flow rate controllers, and thyristor power regulators for controlling isothermal tanks. These products are mainly used by clients in the food and beverage, chemical processing, and metal fabrication sectors. The company also offers control and data acquisition software for customers needing additional support.
Autonics Corporation, established in 1977 and based in Busan, South Korea, is a developer and manufacturer of automation products, which are marketed worldwide. Some of its products include sensors, peripheral connection equipment, motion devices, control devices, and process automation instruments. The automation products are used in various industries, including automotive, packaging, machine tools, metal, and marine. The company has 12 international offices spanning over 100 countries, a fully automated warehouse system, and various international quality certifications, including RoHS, CE, UL, and EAC. Its safety products meet the functional safety standards IEC 61508 and mechanical safety standards ISO 13849.
Neoteric Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd., established in 2003 and based in Delhi, India, is a manufacturer of advanced software products and embedded systems. The company specializes in manufacturing digital embedded systems, including fuse monitoring and automatic changeover systems, home security systems, and digital servo controllers. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and the products offer numerous advantages, such as enhanced safety, energy efficiency, and precise control, making them invaluable in various industries, including electrical distribution, home security, industrial automation, and robotics.
QuickSilver Controls, Inc., founded in 1996 and headquartered in San Dimas, California, USA, is a manufacturer of servo controllers and servo motors. The company offers several products that include linear servo motors, rotary servo motors, integrated servo motors, and standalone servo amplifiers. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and the products offer numerous benefits, such as precise and efficient motion control, reduced energy consumption, and enhanced machine performance. These advantages make servo controllers and motors valuable assets in various industries, including robotics, automation, CNC machinery, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Rockwell Automation, Inc. was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Milwakee, WI. Rockwell Automation provides industrial automation and digital transformation solutions around the world. Rockwell Automation operates through their intelligent devices, software & control, and lifecycle services segments with both hardware and software products and services. The Intelligent Devices segment offers drives, motion, safety, sensing, industrial components, and configured-to-order products. The Software & Control segment provides control and visualization software and hardware, information software, and network and security infrastructure solutions. The Lifecycle Services segment provides consulting, professional services and solutions, and connected and maintenance services through independent distributors.
KEBA, founded in 1968 and headquartered in Linz, Austria, is a manufacturer and supplier of industrial machinery automation. The company's primary areas of focus include industrial automation, handover automation, and energy automation. These offerings aim to provide solutions in various industries, striving for sustainable competitive advantages for its clients. Besides, it serves industries that bridge the physical and digital world, emphasize renewable energy, and require tailored industrial solutions. Furthermore, the company offers specialized solutions in banking and service automation, e-mobility, and heating automation.
Endeavor Business Media, LLC., founded in Nashville, Tennessee, is a B2B Media Company that provides monthly newsletters to monthly magazines. The company's product portfolio includes 2B Media, B2B Advertising, Digital Media, Events, and Lead Generation. The company serves markets including Medical and Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Consumer Goods, Industrial Manufacturing and Construction and Building. The company also provides marketing services such as Advertising, Content Marketing, research and development and Marketing Services.
Elmo Motion Control is headquartered in Israel and has offices globally. As per its namesake, Elmo motion control servos, drives, controllers, software and more for customers across a wide array of industries. These include medical, packaging, robotics, laboratory automation, semiconductors, laser processing, and aerospace. Elmo also offers products designed for underwater systems, harsh environments, and warehouse management.
Techno Drive, founded in 1993 and located in Kanagawa, Japan is a manufacturer of motor drive systems. The company specializes in the production of programmable drivers, motion controls, stepping motors, factory automation systems, auto-focus systems, and automated alignment systems. The company manufactures the drivers with bipolar motors. The motion controllers designed by the company come with 1-axis and 2-axis. The company works and designs its products with micro-stepping technology to develop motor drive systems, and the products are compact, and offer low vibration and precision positioning.
NIPPON PULSE MOTOR Co., Ltd. established in 1952 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of precision motion control products. The company's product range includes controllers, drivers, various motors, industrial fields, and mechatronic systems. These products find their application in valves/fluid control, medical and analytical instruments, industrial machinery, and semiconductor manufacturing. It serves industries such as industrial machines, semiconductor manufacturing, valve mechanisms, and medical analytical instruments. Its services include product design, manufacturing, global distribution, and technical support.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | ADVANCED Motion Controls |
12.3%
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2 | Ability & Drive II LLP |
9.2%
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3 | Motioncontrolproducts. |
7.7%
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4 | Kollmorgen Corporation |
7.7%
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5 | Assun Motors Pte Ltd. |
6.2%
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6 | QuickSilver Controls, Inc |
6.2%
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7 | Baumüller Nürnberg GmbH |
6.2%
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8 | Autonics Corporation |
6.2%
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9 | Aerotech, Inc. |
6.2%
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10 | SHIMADEN |
4.6%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the servo controller page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China | 4 | 26.7% |
India | 4 | 26.7% |
United States of America | 3 | 20.0% |
Japan | 2 | 13.3% |
Germany | 1 | 6.7% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 6.7% |
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