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    High-Power EPOS4 Controllers with Certified Safety Features

    maxon Australia is proud to announce latest additions to the EPOS4 product family: the EPOS4 Module/Compact 60/20 (STO) series. These new positioning controllers mark a significant leap forward in power and safety, designed to meet the growing demands of Australian industries in robotics, automation and advanced manufacturing.
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  • New BLDC motor speed and torque controllersMedia Release

    New BLDC motor speed and torque controllers

    maxon motor Australia are proud to announce the extension of the popular ESCON motor controller series with the new ESCON2 60/12 in three variants. No matter what your connection preference or space constraint it is likely maxon motor Australia will have a suitable motor control unit for you.
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    New PROFINET motor control unit

    maxon motor Australia Pty Ltd is pleased to announce the introduction of two new motor control variants for the Australia and New Zealand automation market.
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  • Eugen Elmiger (left) und Karl-Walter Braun (rechts)Media Release

    maxon achieves a respectable result with CHF 594.7 million revenue despite challenging conditions

    For the second consecutive year, the maxon Group reports a decline in revenue. However, thanks to proactive measures, the company considers the 2024 revenue of CHF 594.7 million a satisfactory result under the circumstances. Investments in research and development declined slightly but remain almost stable at 8 percent in percentage terms.
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    Refining Compact Drive Solutions: The maxon Strain Wave Gearhead

    maxon is pleased to announce the introduction of its strain wave gearhead technology to the Australian market. Designed for applications demanding exceptional torque density and zero backlash, this gearhead offers engineers and designers a powerful new solution in compact motion control.
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  • Product Range OverviewMedia Release

    maxon at Hannover Messe 2025: New Precision Drives, Flexible Controls & Integrated Robotics

    From robotics to industrial automation to medical technology – precise drive solutions are essential for high-performance systems. maxon will be exhibiting at the upcoming Hannover Messe 2025, March 31 to April 4, and will be showcasing new products that open up additional opportunities for engineers and developers.
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  • Mayer_Juergen_2010_V_4Media Release

    In Memory of Jürgen Mayer – A Patron with a Can-Do Attitude

    The number seems almost unbelievable: Jürgen Mayer worked at maxon for over 50 years and had a decisive influence on the company. Memorable moments in the company's history fell during his time in office. Under his aegis, the company grew significantly. He died on Tuesday, March 11, at the age of 86. An appreciation. 
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  • 6 maxon Product News Video stillMedia Release

    maxon product innovations

    In the fall of 2024, maxon launched a series of innovative new products and shared further developments. Whether it's a drive with a diameter of just 16 millimeters, a controller that can be easily integrated into even the tightest of spaces, or a robust and reliable robotic actuator - we present these and many other exciting products in our annual product video.
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  • 1 Hope Robot CREDIT Rob KnightMedia Release

    maxon presents a humanoid robot and current product highlights at SPS 2024

    At the SPS 2024 trade show in Nuremberg from November 12th to 14th, maxon will present the first complete prototype of the humanoid robot, HOPE. HOPE is driven by maxon EC-i motors and the company's own controllers. Rob Knight, the developer of the robot, will be present at the maxon booth throughout the trade show. maxon will also be showcasing current highlights from its product range, including the new "Strain Wave" shaft gearhead, which will be making its trade show debut.
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Bringing product innovations to Hannover Messe.

This year's Hannover Messe (April 17–21, 2023) will feature maxon’s latest product developments, along with new 2023/2024 product catalog with more than 600 pages of drive technology. Standout products include the brand new ECX PRIME 6, and the EC frameless DT motors series’ new sizes 65 and 85.
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