MOOG ACQUIRES PROCONTROL TO EXPAND ELECTRIC SOLUTION OFFERINGS TO THE PLASTICS INDUSTRY

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MOOG ACQUIRES PROCONTROL TO EXPAND ELECTRIC SOLUTION OFFERINGS TO THE PLASTICS INDUSTRY
04 August 2006 - Moog Controls

ProControl AG, the Switzerland based expert on Motion Control Solutions for the plastics industry, has been acquired by Moog Inc. Moog is a leading supplier of hydraulic and electric motion control solutions to machine builders.

According to Harald Seiffer, Vice President Moog Inc., "This acquisition expands on Moog’s capabilities to provide electric system solutions for the machinery industry. ProControl’s proven strength in industries such as injection molding, die-casting, and blow molding is perfectly matched with Moog’s offerings and position in these markets.

"Moog's motion control expertise and strong customer relationships in the industry offer the market a competent and reliable partner for solving demanding motion control problems. ProControl is now expanding this leadership position into electric drives solutions. In the future we expect to leverage this knowledge to other industries as well,” Seiffer continues.

ProControl is a leading provider of motion control technology for plastics processing machines. In existence since 1991, the company specializes in the design of electric solutions in injection molding, blow molding, and stretch blow molding machine applications. They have proven solutions for supporting companies in the transition to electric technology and development of new generation machines. One of the core benefits they bring to machine builders is a deep knowledge of the applications and recommendations on improving machine architecture to meet the latest customer demands.

ProControl is based in Flawil, Switzerland. The founders have over 50 years of experience in the plastics market and a unique service offering that is recognized in the industry. ProControl’s product portfolio includes multi-axis drives, servomotors, and motion control software many of which were co-developed with Moog.

As a leading supplier of hydraulic and electric motion control solutions, Moog has continued to develop its product lines and unique solutions. Moog has had over 50 years of experience in hydraulic motion control solutions and has continued to grow its electric product portfolio through major acquisitions such as the Electric Division of Vickers in Casella, Italy. ProControl is a perfect match with Moog’s capabilities and position in plastic machinery market. Moog’s global scope will also provide ProControl with a wider network of local support and logistics for machine builders in Europe, Asia, and Americas.

ProControl has demonstrated leadership in the development of new electric technology for plastics machines. They have worked closely with machine builders to innovate and improve machine performance. Some milestones of ProControl history include:

1992: First European All-Electric Machine
1996: First All Electric Blow Molding Machine in Europe
2000: First All Electric Die-Casting Machine
2002: All Electric Optical Disk Molding Machine
1992 - present: Numerous patents awarded for building and controlling electric axes for plastic machinery.

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About: Moog Controls
Moog Controls started life in the UK in October 1965 as Moog Hydra-Point, based in Cheltenham, England. This new subsidiary was set up to manufacture and market the Moog Hydra-Point machines in the UK, South Africa and European common market.

Nearly 40 years later, not only does MCL manufacture a suite of products for motion control applications, they are also active in the design and development of new and innovative solutions for precision control problems. Our team of highly skilled engineers can provide project support to assist our customers in the performance of a wide variety of applications including, motion simulators for training and entertainment, industrial gas turbine controls, plastics machinery controls, heavy industry, metal forming & pressing, and commercial and military ground vehicle controls.

All Moog subsidiaries are represented by regional sales engineers backed by comprehensive product and engineering support teams. Add to this the global presence of Moog and you are ensured a competent partner to deliver and service you and your customers needs.

MCL employs over 270 people on its Tewkesbury site, accommodated in 3 buildings, producing over 21,500 servovalves per annum.

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