Servo Drives

Servo drives are industrial computers used to control motion in automation applications.

SEW-Eurodrive Adds Economy Series to PxG Servo Portfolio

SEW-Eurodrive has expanded its PxG planetary servo gear unit portfolio with the introduction of the PxG economy series, adding three performance classes for machine builders and OEMs seeking cost-effective servo performance for standard industrial automation applications. Read More

Small, Smart and Safe Motion Control

At the Elmo Motion Control exhibit at Automate 2026, the company’s theme was “Design Small, Perform Smart and Function Safe.” We had the opportunity to sit down with Elmo’s VP of Global Marketing, Ronen Sadan, to dig into what that really means. Read More

Copley Controls Spotlights Nano Module Drives, New Custom Motor-Drive Assemblies

While out on the trade show circuit, Copley Controls have been showing off their latest, a series of module drives tailor-made for robotic joints. They also have spent that time spreading the word: If you need a custom motor-drive assembly built to your exact specifications, they’re now open for business. Read More

Nord Delivers Heavy-Duty Industrial Gear Units, Motors, and Controls for Mining Applications

Nord recently highlighted what they’re doing for the mining industry, focusing on high output torque, energy efficiency, and intelligent variable frequency drives. Read More

Safe Torque Off Is Being Embraced Industry-Wide

Servo drive manufacturers have coalesced around a new status quo: Safe Torque Off. After a decade of development, the technology has become widely recognized as the standard in workplace safety; cheaper, safer, and more compact than the competition. If you’re working to meet modern standards for workplace safety today, there’s a pretty good chance you’re going to start here. Read More

Parker Servo Update Focuses on Intelligent Drives

Parker Hannifin announced a significant software release for its PSD servo drive family, focused on “Intelligent Drive.” The release delivers new control modes, advanced synchronization functions and performance optimizations designed to improve throughput, accuracy and system efficiency in demanding industrial applications. Read More

New Servo Drive Opens New Possibilities for AI, Predictive Maintenance

The new ACOPOS M4 from B&R combines is designed for challenges such as predictive maintenance, scalability and machine performance. A new embedded system enables the implementation of predictive maintenance, allowing problems to be detected before they lead to costly errors. In addition, the ACPOPOS M4 provides compatibility with the open-source OPC UA FX protocol for a secure key technology for industrial communication networks, enabling real-time communication in the industrial environment. Read More