UniDrive® Introduces New BTR™ Conveyor Sensor at AUTOMATE 2026

UniDrive^® Introduces New BTR™ Conveyor Sensor at AUTOMATE 2026

Milwaukee, Wisconsin — June 1, 2026 — UniDrive® Conveyor Technologies (Automation Controls Group), a Milwaukee Electronics brand, will debut its new BTR™ multi-sensor package detection technology at AUTOMATE 2026 in Chicago.

Visitors to Booth 34002  will see public demonstration of the BTR™ Sensor, designed to detect packages as small as 4 inches while helping conveyor systems run longer, smoother and more efficiently.

Engineered for high-throughput distribution environments, the BTR™ sensor combines ultra-reliable multi-sensor technology with plug-and-play installation for nearly any roller conveyor. The compact design allows mounting between or below rollers, making it ideal for new conveyor systems, tight layouts and retrofit applications.

The rugged, low-profile design minimizes dust buildup and simplifies cleaning, helping increase uptime in demanding material handling environments.

What’s in your conveyor?

UniDrive® will showcase how its Signature motors, ZoneLogix™ Network controls and the NEW BTR™ sensors work together as a fully integrated platform for conveyor automation — delivering superior performance and lower total cost of ownership.

About UniDrive® Conveyor Technologies (Automation Controls Group), founded in 1995, provides advanced material handling drive, control, and sensor solutions for system integrators and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with high-volume requirements. UniDrive^® specializes in integrating its patented line of DC motors, motor drives, controls, sensors, and application-specific technologies to solve complex challenges in parcel and case handling, system control, speed optimization, and operational efficiency.

UniDrive® is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and operates as a brand of Milwaukee Electronics.

About Milwaukee Electronics, founded in 1954 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Milwaukee Electronics specializes in engineering, designing, and manufacturing electronics for industries including aerospace, medical, defense, manufacturing, mining, corrosion protection, and material handling. The company operates over 135,000 square feet of manufacturing space across facilities in Portland, Oregon; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Tecate, Mexico. Along with EMS and product design and engineering services, Milwaukee Electronics provides fast-turn prototyping through its Screaming Circuits business unit.

Contact:

Mike Allen – Director of Sales
UniDrive Conveyor Technologies
www.unidrive.solutions
+1 (414) 426-6539