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SMAC Optical Encoders - Made in the U.S.A.
SMAC setup their own Encoder manufacturing group SMAC-EMC in Derry, New Hampshire, to design, build and test their own line of optical encoders. Their engineering and manufacturing staff have over 25 years experience designing and building optical encoders at SMAC and at a other major optical encoder companies. This staff has designed large volume, optical encoder products for Markem, Brooks Automation, Varian Corp, HP, Universal Instruments, Delphi and other manufacturers from coast to coast.
June 23-24, 2026 | McCormick Place
The 2026 Humanoid Robot Forum is happening at Automate in Chicago!
Join industry leaders exploring the technologies, safety, and real-world potential shaping humanoid robotics.
SMAC Moving Coil Actuators
SMAC offers precision programmable electric actuators and custom encoders, delivering high-speed, accurate, and flexible automation for modern manufacturing.
Discover how SMAC Moving Coil Actuators can support your automation journey with their complete range of solutions and expertise.
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Smarter and Faster RCN Angle Encoders from HEIDENHAIN
To improve the performance of machine tools and direct-drive motors



