Nanomotion

Piezoelectric Motors & Motion Systems

Industrial Technologies
Acquired by Johnson Electric
Acquired Yokne'am Illit Founded 1992
Total raised
Stage
Acquired
Founded
1992
Headcount
130
HQ
Yokne'am Illit
Sector
Industrial Technologies

About

NANOMOTION designs and manufactures advanced motion systems, sub-system modules and piezo motor/drive components. Based on proprietary ultrasonic standing wave piezoelectric technology, Nanomotion’s motors and motion solutions are suitable for a diversified range of applications from optronics to semiconductor, from medical to metrology and other industrial applications.

Since 2005, Nanomotion has operated as a subsidiary of Johnson Electric.

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When was Nanomotion founded?
Nanomotion was founded in August 1992.
What is Nanomotion's primary business?
Nanomotion designs and manufactures advanced motion systems, sub-system modules, and piezo motor/drive components based on proprietary ultrasonic standing wave piezoelectric technology.
When and by whom was Nanomotion acquired?
Nanomotion was acquired by Johnson Electric in October 2004 for $20 million. Since 2005, Nanomotion has operated as a subsidiary of Johnson Electric.
What is the employee count for Nanomotion?
Nanomotion has an employee count of 130.
Where are Nanomotion's headquarters located?
Nanomotion's headquarters are located in Yokne'am Illit, Israel.
Does Nanomotion have offices outside of Israel?
Yes, Nanomotion has an office in Ronkonkoma, NY, United States.
What markets does Nanomotion target geographically?
Nanomotion targets geographic markets including East Asia, the United States, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
What are some applications for Nanomotion's technology?
Nanomotion's motion solutions are suitable for applications in optronics, semiconductors, medical devices, metrology, and other industrial applications.
What was a notable news event for Nanomotion in 2021?
In March 2021, Nanomotion's 'precision motion' technology was reported to aim at revolutionizing emergency drones.

Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Industrial Technologies
Sub-sectors
Industrial TechnologiesMicroelectronics & Photonics Solutions
Technologies
Simulation & ImagingUltrasound
Target customers
Healthcare & Life SciencesMedical Devices IndustryIndustrial ManufacturingDiscrete IndustriesAerospaceDefenseSemiconductors & Electronics
Business model
B2BB2G

Highlights

1 Patents

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