Linear Motor Axes, Direct Drives and Servo Controllers for High-Precision Automation

Compact Design. Fast Motion.

More performance in minimal space.

Our linear motor axes combine highest precision and maximum dynamics in a compact installation space.

Thanks to their compact design and low moving mass, they achieve accelerations above 10 g and speeds up to 4 m/s – ideal for short cycle times, compact automation machines and high-precision positioning applications.

Your Advantages

• Save space – minimal installation volume for maximum design freedom in machines and control cabinets

• Reduce cycle times – high dynamics with low moving mass for faster automation processes

• Increase precision – reproducible positioning accuracy with every stroke

• Improve energy efficiency – optimized system design with high overall efficiency

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From Single Axis to Complete Automation System – in Minutes

Modular. Standardized. Ready to use.

With just a few steps, individual linear motor axes can be combined into complete pick-and-place systems, gantry systems, or cross tables.

Standardized industrial interfaces such as EtherCAT®, PROFINET®, and EtherNet/IP® ensure seamless integration into existing automation systems.

Commissioning is performed directly in the web browser – no software installation required.

Your Advantages

• Build complete pick-and-place systems, gantries, or cross tables in minutes

• Fully compatible with EtherCAT®, PROFINET®, and EtherNet/IP®

• Plug in, connect, and start – configuration directly in the web browser

• Precise, maintenance-free, and ready to integrate immediately

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Maintenance-Free Direct Drives with Integrated Forceteq® Force Measurement

Maximum machine uptime. Zero downtime.

Up to 350 million cycles without maintenance – thanks to integrated Forceteq® force measurement directly inside the drive.

Process forces and motion are monitored continuously in real time, allowing deviations to be detected instantly.
This ensures consistent product quality and maximum service life of your automation system.

The Forceteq® technology from Jenny Science enables precise force measurement directly in the servo drive – without external sensors.

Ideal for:

• automated assembly processes

• press-fit monitoring

• precision joining processes

• automated testing applications

Your Advantages

• Reduce maintenance costs by up to 30 %

• Maximize machine availability with maintenance-free direct drives

• Ensure real-time quality control through integrated Forceteq® force measurement

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LINAX® Linear Motor Axes

Compact. Precise. Dynamic.

The LINAX® linear motor axes deliver maximum dynamics and high precision in a compact design.

With their minimal installation height and robust linear guidance system, they are ideal for applications with limited installation space – from single-axis configurations to complete cross-table systems.

Designed for:

• laboratory automation

• test benches

• handling systems

• special-purpose machinery

— wherever high dynamics and compact design are required.

Key Advantages

• Minimal installation space – installation height starting from 25 mm, ideal for tight machine designs

• High stiffness – wide linear guide rails ensure stability even with travel distances up to 1.6 m

• Flexible integration – carriage can be mounted on top or bottom, ideal for cross-table and pick-and-place systems

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ELAX® Linear Motor Slides

Modular. Dynamic. Effortlessly Connected.

The compact ELAX® linear motor slides are the ideal solution for fast and precise pick-and-place applications in limited installation space.

Thanks to their modular design and one-cable technology, individual axes can be combined within seconds into complete multi-axis systems – precise, maintenance-free, and ready for operation.

Typical applications include:

• assembly and testing processes

• laboratory automation

• electronics assembly

• packaging and handling systems

— wherever precision and short cycle times are required.

Key Advantages

• Integrated axis modules – modular system design allows directly screw-mounted multi-axis configurations

• High dynamics – optimized for fast pick-and-place movements with excellent repeatability

• One-cable technology – only one connection per axis for simplified wiring and clean machine layouts

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ROTAX® Hollow Shaft Rotary Motors

Compact. Powerful. Direct Drive.

The ROTAX® hollow shaft rotary motors combine high torque with a compact, space-saving design.

The large hollow shaft allows cables, air lines, or media to be routed directly through the axis – ideal for robotics, handling systems, testing equipment, and advanced automation systems.

Key Advantages

• Flat design with large hollow shaft – only 50 mm installation height; cables or media can be routed directly through the axis

• Direct drive performance – high torque without gearboxes for dynamic and wear-free rotary motion

• Ready to operate – integrated absolute encoder enables immediate operation without homing; one-cable technology simplifies installation

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INTAX® – Integrated Linear Axis

The INTAX® integrated linear axis is the world’s first linear axis with a fully integrated servo controller.

Motor, drive electronics, and cabling are combined in a compact housing, delivering high performance with minimal installation effort.

Ideal for:

• compact automation systems

• laboratory automation

• machine integration and special machinery

— wherever space, simplicity, and precision are critical.

Key Advantages

• All-in-one design – motor, servo controller, and cabling integrated; no external hardware required

• Integrated absolute encoder – immediately operational after power-on, no homing required

• Fully network-ready – compatible with EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP®, and PROFINET® for seamless PLC integration

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XENAX® Servo Controller

Universal. Connected. Intuitively Controlled.

The XENAX® servo controllers serve as the central motion control platform for all Jenny Science linear and rotary axes.

With an integrated web-based interface and automatic axis detection, they enable fast commissioning, precise motion control, and safe operation – without requiring software installation.

Key Advantages

• Flexible integration – compatible with all Jenny Science linear and rotary axes

• Web-based interface – integrated HTML5 web server (WebMotion® GUI) for configuration and diagnostics directly in the browser

• Smart and safe – automatic motor detection, PLC libraries, and TÜV-certified safety functions

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FORCETEQ® Force Measurement Technology

Measure. Monitor. Control – in real time.

The Forceteq® technology enables patented force-displacement measurement directly inside the servo controller.

Process forces and motion are monitored with micrometer-level precision during the operation – completely without external sensors.

The result: maximum process reliability and fully documented quality in real time.

Key Advantages

• Real-time quality control – measures forces during the production process and records force-displacement curves; deviations are detected instantly

• No external sensors required – force measurement is integrated directly in the servo controller, eliminating additional hardware

• Optimized for critical processes – ideal for joining, press-fit, and precision assembly applications requiring immediate real-time feedback

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