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We serve our customers through breadth of innovative product technologies encompassing brushless DC, brush DC, can stack motors, disc magnet motors and stepper linear actuators to optimize application performance. Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Sustainability in Motion at Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/sustainability-in-motion-at-portescap) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Apr 21, 2022 Sustainability in Motion at Portescap If positive, longstanding environmental and social changes are to be realized, the concept of sustainability can’t merely exist as a corporate buzzword. Instead, it must be a corporate movement, with all internal stakeholders aligned behind the goals of driving sustainability and continuous improvement across every sector of the business. Portescap, as an operating company underneath Altra Industrial Motion, is fully embracing this idea with Altra’s four newly adopted [Sustainability Pillars](https://ir.altramotion.com/corporate-responsibility/default.aspx): [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/sustainability-in-motion-at-portescap) ## [Miniature Motors Power Ivenix's Large Volume Infusion Pump](https://blog.portescap.com/miniature-motors-power-ivenix-large-volume-infusion-pump) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Apr 14, 2022 Ivenix Infusion System - Ivenix Large Volume Infusion Pump [Ivenix, Inc.](https://www.ivenix.com/), a medical technology company dedicated to eliminating infusion-related patient harm, realized the smart infusion pumps used in hospitals today are antiquated and unreliable. The company took a fresh look at the approach and dug into the complex engineering challenges of the market, ultimately resulting in the creation of a game-changing product. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/miniature-motors-power-ivenix-large-volume-infusion-pump) ## [The Importance of Safety and Quality When Selecting a Motion Supplier](https://blog.portescap.com/the-importance-of-safety-and-quality-when-selecting-a-motion-supplier) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 24, 2022 **The Importance of Safety and Quality When Selecting a Motion Supplier** Selecting a miniature motor provider for your device or application isn’t a simple task. Whether it’s ensuring that the potential supplier has an extensive product and technology portfolio, investigating the availability of Engineer-to-Engineer collaboration, or evaluating their reputation and global presence, there are many items to assess before making the final decision. Another factor paramount to the decision-making process is the supplier’s focus on safety and quality regarding their products, employees, and business approaches. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/the-importance-of-safety-and-quality-when-selecting-a-motion-supplier) Topics: [Quality](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/quality), [Altra Business System](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/altra-business-system), [SHEQ](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/sheq) ## [Meet AREBO, a Collaboration of Innovation](https://blog.portescap.com/meet-arebo-a-collaboration-of-innovation) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 10, 2022 **Meet AREBO, a Collaboration of Innovation** Though small in stature, mini motors are mighty in impact! The role that miniature motors play in powering critical applications across the globe is large, especially in the development devices and applications within the medical industry. As a leading provider of mini motors, we continually strive to live our value of saving, improving, and enhancing lives by not only developing miniature motion solutions for medical needs, but by working with universities across the globe to develop new, innovative technologies. This investment in our collective future is personified by Portescap’s CSR (corporate social responsibility) partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT Madras), a leading educational institution in India. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/meet-arebo-a-collaboration-of-innovation) Topics: [CSR Partnership](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/csr-partnership) ## [The Benefits of Engineer-to-Engineer Collaboration in the Motion Control Industry](https://blog.portescap.com/the-benefits-of-engineer-to-engineer-collaboration) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 03, 2022 **The Benefits of Engineer-to-Engineer Collaboration in the Motion Control Industry** When you’re designing a device that requires a miniature motor, selecting a trusted and reputable motion control provider is absolutely crucial. One of the key qualifications to look for while vetting these suppliers is a focus on engineer-to-engineer (or E to E) collaboration! As its name would suggest, engineer-to-engineer collaboration is a process in which engineers representing both the motion supplier and the customer team up to actively design and develop the device, working together through the entire ideation to implementation process.  [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/the-benefits-of-engineer-to-engineer-collaboration) Topics: [design engineering](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/design-engineering) ## [Voice of the Customer Program Announces New  Innovative Motion Products Sparked by Customer Insights](https://blog.portescap.com/voice-of-the-customer-program-announces-new-innovative-motion-products) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Jan 17, 2022 Voice of the Customer Program Announces New Innovative Motion Products Sparked by Customer Insights The Portescap Voice of the Customer program harnesses our customers’ technical insights and turns them into innovative motion products that solve complex problems for critical applications. Customer collaborations have sparked many new Portescap product technologies, and all of them are 100 percent customizable. We are pleased to announce these innovative new products inspired by customer feedback: [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/voice-of-the-customer-program-announces-new-innovative-motion-products) Topics: [motor innovations](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motor-innovations), [innovative motion solutions](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/innovative-motion-solutions), [Quick Response Digital Linear Actuators](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/quick-response-digital-linear-actuators), [Dual Motion Can Stack Actuators](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/dual-motion-can-stack-actuators), [low inertia Disc Magnet](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/low-inertia-disc-magnet), [quick linear acceleration](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/quick-linear-acceleration), [smartphones and motion solutions](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/smartphones-and-motion-solutions), [customer research](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/customer-research), [motion solutions](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motion-solutions), [SMART Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/smart-motors), [High Speed Coreless Brush DC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/high-speed-coreless-brush-dc-motors), [customer focused products](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/customer-focused-products) ## [What to look for in a Miniature Motor when Designing your Next Robotic Application](https://blog.portescap.com/what-to-look-for-in-a-miniature-motor-when-designing-your-next-robotic-application) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Oct 20, 2021 **What to look for in a Miniature Motor When Designing Your Next Robotic Application** Advancements in automation and artificial intelligence are driving innovation in robotics. New developments in vision systems and sensor technologies require inventive applications for robots in the medical, warehousing, security and process automaton fields. These disruptive technologies are are creating new opportunities for miniature motors in the medical, warehousing, security and process automation fields. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/what-to-look-for-in-a-miniature-motor-when-designing-your-next-robotic-application) Topics: [Automation](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/automation), [Robotics](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/robotics), [electric motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/electric-motors), [brushed DC motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/brushed-dc-motors), [brushless DC coreless](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/brushless-dc-coreless) ## [Improve Your Solar Panel Cleaning Robot TCO with DC Coreless Motors & Gearheads](https://blog.portescap.com/improve-your-solar-panel-cleaning-robot-tco-with-dc-coreless-motors-gearheads) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Sep 17, 2021  DC Coreless Motors Reduce TCO and Weight of Solar Panel Cleaning Robots Solar panels are growing in popularity as effective choices for large solar farms generating renewable energy. They do require regular maintenance and cleaning to ensure efficient use and long life. Currently solar power cleaning units (SPCRs) use large, heavy DC motors that weigh upwards of 1kg+ that make these robots cumbersome, inefficient and difficult to maintain. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/improve-your-solar-panel-cleaning-robot-tco-with-dc-coreless-motors-gearheads) Topics: [Motors for wheels](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motors-for-wheels), [Motors for cleaning axis](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motors-for-cleaning-axis), [Motors for brush](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motors-for-brush) ## [Delivering the Ultimate Motor for Craniotomy Hand Tools](https://blog.portescap.com/delivering-the-ultimate-craniotomy-hand-tool-with-the-highest-precision-accuracy-and-comfort) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Sep 13, 2021 **Delivering the Ultimate Motor for Craniotomy Hand Tools ** Craniotomy hand tools are high speed drills used in neuro (skull) surgeries. These complex procedures require the ultimate in accuracy, precision and balancing. Even minor vibrations or jerks could impact the outcome of surgeries. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/delivering-the-ultimate-craniotomy-hand-tool-with-the-highest-precision-accuracy-and-comfort) Topics: [motor for craniotomy hand tools](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motor-for-craniotomy-hand-tools), [motors for surgical hand tools](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/motors-for-surgical-hand-tools), [craniotomy drill motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/craniotomy-drill-motors) ## [Engage Early with Motor Suppliers to Drive the Right Strategic Decisions](https://blog.portescap.com/engage-early-with-motor-suppliers-to-improve-timeline-and-performance) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Aug 26, 2021 **Engage Early with Motor Suppliers for Strategic Decisions that Meet Timelines and Enhance Product Performance** Medical device companies are under extreme pressure to deliver new or improved products ahead of the competition. Engaging with specialist suppliers at the very earliest stages of product design can help medical OEMs maintain a competitive edge. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/engage-early-with-motor-suppliers-to-improve-timeline-and-performance) Topics: [Custom motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/custom-motors), [mini motor](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/mini-motor) ## [Running DMM Motors in BLDC Mode](https://blog.portescap.com/running-dmm-motors-in-bldc-mode) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Aug 12, 2021 # Did you know: Stepper Disc Magnet Motor Technology Provides Multiple Modes of Operation Designed and developed in Switzerland, Portescap's Disc Magnet Stepper Motor provide versatility unequaled by any other kind of permanent magnet stepper motor.  [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/running-dmm-motors-in-bldc-mode) Topics: [Stepper Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/stepper-motors), [Disc Magnet](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/disc-magnet) ## [Ultra EC Ideal Solution for Battery-Operated Power Tool](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-ideal-solution-for-battery-operated-power-tool) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 30, 2021 # Ultra EC: The Ideal Solution for Battery-Operated Power Tools Ultra EC high-performance motors are an ideal solution for battery-operated power tools. Constructed using the very best technology, Ultra EC motors are built to surpass the rigorous demands of industrial users.  [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-ideal-solution-for-battery-operated-power-tool) Topics: [Ultra EC](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/ultra-ec), [Industrial Power Tools](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/industrial-power-tools), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [U-Coil Technology](https://blog.portescap.com/u-coil-technology) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 23, 2021 # Portescap Ultra EC U-Coil is The Key to Performance Portescap's proprietary U-Coil technology is a new design that is key to outstanding performance with our brushless, slotless miniature motors. Watch this video to learn more about its design and benefits.  [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/u-coil-technology) Topics: [Ultra EC](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/ultra-ec), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [The Ultra EC Family](https://blog.portescap.com/the-ultra-ec-family) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 16, 2021 # Meet the Line of Ultra EC Brushless Motors Below is a video on the Ultra EC Brushless Motor, featuring the Portescap's Ultra EC three families of motors. We highlight each motor in the Ultra EC line, discussing each features and benefits. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/the-ultra-ec-family) Topics: [Ultra EC](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/ultra-ec), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [How to Select a Mini Motor Technology for Your Surgical Device Design](https://blog.portescap.com/how-to-select-a-mini-motor-technology-solution-to-solve-your-surgical-device-design) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 09, 2021 # How to Select a Mini Motor Technology for your Surgical Device Design Powered surgical hand tools are a mainstay of the operating room. For decades surgeons and device makers have relied on sterilizable Brushless Direct Current (BLDC) motors to meet the torque, speed, and reliability requirements of surgical hand tools. With the advance of surgical robotics and robotically assisted surgical devices, more than device makers count on BLDC motors to meet their most demanding requirements. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/how-to-select-a-mini-motor-technology-solution-to-solve-your-surgical-device-design) Topics: [Medical & Diagnostics](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/medical-diagnostics), [Surgical Motor Solutions](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/surgical-motor-solutions), [Robotics](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/robotics) ## [Brushless DC Motors Achieve ISO 13485 Certification](https://blog.portescap.com/brushless-dc-motors-achieve-iso-13485-certification) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Feb 12, 2021 # **Brushless DC Motors Achieve ISO 13485 Certification for Respirators**  We’re excited to announce that our slotless brushless DC motors for respirators have recently received ISO 13485:2016 certification. Thanks to this compliance, medical device original equipment manufacturers (OEM) can be confident their motion control system has been manufactured to the highest quality standards. [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/brushless-dc-motors-achieve-iso-13485-certification) Topics: [Others](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/others), [Quality](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/quality), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [Ultra EC High Performance Motors  For Battery-Operated Power Tools](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-high-performance-tools-for-battery-operated-power-tools) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Feb 03, 2020 Our Ultra EC motors have been designed to meet the needs of Industrial Power Tool, watch our new video to learn more!   [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-high-performance-tools-for-battery-operated-power-tools) Topics: [Ultra EC](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/ultra-ec), [Industrial Power Tools](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/industrial-power-tools), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [Meet Our Newest Innovation: Ultra EC™ Proprietary Coil](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-patented-coil) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Jan 24, 2020 The core of the Ultra EC™ platform is the innovative and proprietary U coil design which powers the performance of all 3 Ultra EC product lines. Watch this video to learn more about its features and benefits.   [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-patented-coil) Topics: [Ultra EC](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/ultra-ec), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [Meet The Family: Ultra EC Brushless Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-brushless-motors) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Jan 10, 2020 Our new Ultra EC Brushless Motors video highlights Portescap's Ultra EC three families of motors along with their features and benefits. Watch our latest video to learn more about our Ultra EC Product line.  [Read More](https://blog.portescap.com/ultra-ec-brushless-motors) Topics: [Automation](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/automation), [Ultra EC](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/ultra-ec), [BLDC Motors](https://blog.portescap.com/topic/bldc-motors) ## [New Year, New Look: Portescap Remodels Their Facility In West Chester, Pennsylvania](https://blog.portescap.com/new-year-new-look-portescap-remodels-their-facility-in-west-chester-pennsylvania) Posted by [Portescap](https://blog.portescap.com/author/portescap)   Mar 01, 2019 Over the past few months, our Portescap office in West Chester, Pennsylvania went through some major renovations! We worked hard in 2018 organizing, planning, and researching to transform our manufacturing floor. Our office focused on upgrades that will give us the best productivity and while meeting the needs of our growing team. 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