About Motion Control in Automation

Motion Control in Automation is the blog of the Motion Control Association (MCA). This is a place populated by the people working in and with motion control and related automation technologies. Look for shared insights, tips, articles, opinions and useful information that might make your project, your day or your job a little easier.

We invite you get involved: read posts, comment, tell us what topics you want to hear about, forward, invite colleagues, link, tweet, like us and connect with others in your industry.

About MCA

The Motion Control Association (MCA) is a global not-for-profit trade group dedicated to promoting the understanding and use of motion control technologies and developing business opportunities for mechanical and electronic (mechatronics) motion control companies.

Our membership includes manufacturers of complete motion control systems, component manufacturers, system integrators, distributors, end users, consulting firms, academic institutions and research groups directly involved with mechanical and electronic (mechatronics) motion control around the world.

MCA is part of the Automation Technologies Council, an umbrella group founded in 1974 serving global automation companies involved in motion control, robotics, machine vision and related technologies.

Visit our websites:
Motion Control Online
Robotics Online
Machine Vision Online