Norgren introduces Bahr Modultechnik linear electric actuators to North American market

The Industrial Automation business unit of Norgren, a provider of motion control technology, introduced a new portfolio of precision electric linear axes and cartesian systems to its North American markets.

The Bahr Modultechnik  portfolio is modular with the ability to customize from a selection of profiles, bearing styles and drive systems. It is designed for multi-axis or cartesian-style systems but can also be utilized in single linear axis configurations. Key applications include but are not limited to warehouse automation, robotic palletizing, machine tending and various linear robot applications.

“With our history of designing and offering innovative actuation solutions for precise and efficient motion control, we are excited about the opportunity to offer the Bahr electric actuation product line to our North American customers,” said Udayan Senapati, Norgren’s VP/GM of Industrial Automation in the Americas. “This addition to our existing electric actuator portfolio aligns perfectly with our strategic goals to solve automation problems for our customers in a challenging labor and supply chain environment.”

This announcement follows the acquisition of Bahr Modultechnik of Luhden, Germany, by IMI plc – of which Norgren is a subsidiary – in June of 2022. The addition expands and complements Norgren’s current offering of rod-style and rodless electric actuators with applications such as material handling, pick and place, packaging, lifting and more. 

“I would like to welcome Bahr and all its employees to IMI," Chief Executive of IMI Roy Twite said in a statement at the time of the acquisition. "With Bahr’s differentiated electric actuator capability, we have created a significant opportunity to enhance IMI’s current position in the Industrial Automation market. Our combined expertise will help solve more industry problems and deliver our purpose: [Breakthrough Engineering for a better world].”