INDUSTRIAL MOTION CONTROL
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Motion Control NZ
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Servo Systems NZ
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Industrial Motion Systems
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Precision Positioning Systems
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HMI Design & Integration
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Servo Drives & Motors
Motion Control
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Mechatronics Support
Commercial Hexapod 6DOF Stewart Platorm
Motion Simulator
We provide motion control and mechatronics engineering support for industrial machinery, OEM equipment and automated systems requiring accurate, reliable and coordinated machine movement.
From servo motion systems and machine sequencing to integrated mechatronic control architectures, we assist with the control and integration layer that allows machines to operate predictably, efficiently and safely under real operating conditions.
We work alongside OEMs, electrical contractors and project teams to support practical implementation, commissioning and long-term system reliability.
Motion Control
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Mechatronics Engineering
Motion Control Panel
Pre-assembly testing of our motion control cabinet that we designed and built for 6DOF Stewart Platform
Practical Motion Control for all Machines
Motion systems require more than theoretical calculations or basic drive i/o configuration.
Reliable machine performance depends on deterministic coordination between mechanical, electrical and control systems under real operating conditions.
Coordinated multi-axis motion requires deterministic communication and control timing. Poorly synchronised systems introduce drift, latency, inconsistent positioning and unstable machine behaviour.
We prioritise:
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Stable and predictable motion behaviour
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Coordinated machine sequencing
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Clean and maintainable control structures
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Practical diagnostics and fault recovery
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Reliable communication between systems
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Smooth and repeatable machine operation
The goal is simple:
Deliver motion systems that are properly aligned, supportable and built for long-term operation.
Commercial 6DOF Stewart Platorm Motion Simulator
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Overall system design considers practical commissioning realities using the HMI including fault recovery,
safe-state handling, axis resynchronisation, telemetry integrity, and long-term maintainability.
Architecture decisions are driven by repeatable motion performance, diagnostics capability, and industrial reliability rather than simply achieving basic movement.
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The platform control provides excellent motion for flight simulation and racing simulation. Each axis pair operates on its own deterministic communication segment to minimise latency, conflict, and synchronisation drift during coordinated motion. Hardware-level IO triggering is used for tightly controlled event timing and telemetry alignment.
We assist with:
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Servo motion system integration
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Multi-axis motion control
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PLC and PAC based motion control systems
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VSD / VFD drive integration
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Machine sequencing and coordination
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Position, speed and torque control
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HMI and operator interface development
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Industrial communication and telemetry networks
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Distributed control architectures
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Mechatronic system integration
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Machine optimisation and tuning
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Fault finding and diagnostics
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Retrofit and legacy system upgrades
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Commissioning and technical support
Our focus is practical, stable motion systems that perform reliably in the field.
Commercial 6DOF Stewart Platorm Motion Simulator
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Good motion control should improve machine performance, consistency and reliability — it should not create unnecessary complexity.
Our approach is based on practical engineering development to ensure the required outcomes and systems can all operate reliably in real-world environments, and not just in theory or simulation.
Supporting OEMs
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Electrical Contractors
We support OEMs and electrical contractors during motion development, implementation and commissioning phases where motion control or mechatronics expertise is required.
This may include:
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Servo drive integration
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Machine motion tuning and optimisation
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PLC and PAC motion programming
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System integration and troubleshooting
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Coordinating multi-axis systems
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Integrating third-party motion equipment
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Refining machine operation and sequencing
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Assisting commissioning and on-site support
PTO Distributed
Control Panel
CANOpen Performance Control Panel
Industrial Motion Control
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Automation
We support a wide range of motion control applications including:
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OEM machinery and equipment
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Automated production systems
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Material handling systems
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Positioning and indexing systems
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Servo-driven machinery
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Conveyor and transfer systems
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Pump and process control systems
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Building services and infrastructure automation
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Custom mechatronic systems
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Stewart Platform Motion Simulation
Every project is approached with a focus on reliability,
maintainability and practical long-term performance.
Our 6DOF motion platform architecture was originally developed for high-performance flight simulation using industrial modular PLC-based control systems. The initial architecture featured in our website videos utilised high-speed Pulse Train Output (PTO) motion control with Serial Modbus RTU communications, providing deterministic axis control, distributed I/O handling, full HMI integration, custom motion profiles, servo tuning, and comprehensive network monitoring and diagnostics.
As the platform evolved, the control architecture was expanded to support a wider range of motion control applications and performance requirements. The system can now operate using high-speed PTO control, CANopen motion networks, or SERCOS real-time Ethernet, enabling flexible axis grouping, improved scalability, simplified wiring, enhanced diagnostics, and deterministic synchronisation across all servo axes.
This modular architecture allows the same engineering platform to be adapted for applications ranging from advanced flight simulation and motion platforms to industrial automation, machine control, multi-axis positioning systems, robotics, and custom mechatronic solutions.
HMI Control Panel Screen Build . . . detailing end user flight or motion commissioning options.
The HMI communicates indirectly with your PC software, via the PLC, bridging HMI touchscreen inputs into PC keyboard commands in real time. This enables custom-labelled HMI buttons and pilot lights configurations for control and monitoring for the simulator software functions (and all keyboard functions) without requiring additional keyboard interaction. Full HOTAS Joystick axis monitoring and independent control is also possible. Additional HMI's can easily be added allowing multiple screen displays for exceptional control and monitoring.
Practical Engineering
Without
Unnecessary Complexity
Actual Screenshot of our HMI Development and Integration showcasing the main HUD Screen
Schneider Modicon M262 PLC & PAC controllers
with Lexium 28S Servo/Motor for SERCOS
advanced deterministic motion control
Real projects. Real engineering. Real automation.
If you value directness, honesty, accountability, facts over fiction and a partner who focuses on
real outcomes over noise, Align Automation is built for that.
Align Automation
Precision Engineered | Alignment Driven