Motion Industries eyes ‘automation intelligence’ presence

Birmingham, Alabama-based Motion Industries Inc., a provider and distributor of maintenance, repair and replacement parts and other industrial technology components, has formed a new business unit called Motion Automation Intelligence (MotionAi).

MotionAI is comprised of several existing engineering divisions, including AMMC, Axis, Braas, F&L, Integro, Kaman Automation and Numatic Engineering, the firm says.

“MotionAi is a high-tech automation solutions provider for industrial automation and emerging automation technologies with locations across the United States,” states Motion Industries. “Focused disciplines are robotics, motion control, machine vision, digital networking/IIoT, industrial framing, pneumatics and custom mechatronic systems. Industries served include semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical, logistics, automotive and aerospace (along with many others) while applying the highest quality products and services with its engineered systems.”

“We approach each opportunity as consultants, then engineer the best solutions based on our customers’ unique needs,” says Aurelio Banda, Motion group vice president of automation. “We partner closely with suppliers and customers on automation applications and product development projects to create a vital supplier-customer link.”

“The MotionAi team comprises the best of the best,” comments Motion President Randy Breaux. “Automation is the present and future, and we are excited to formally launch this new initiative and offer the latest innovations.”

Motion Industries, with annual sales of more than $6 billion, distributes components including bearings; mechanical power transmission products; electrical and industrial automation components; hose, belting, and gaskets; hydraulic and pneumatic components; process pumps; industrial and safety products; seals and accessories; and material handling products and systems. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Genuine Parts Co.