ABTech Blog

If you're part of a purchasing team, sourcing specialist, or engineering decision-maker in a high-precision industry — this blog is for you.

In the world of high-accuracy applications, even the smallest movement matters. That's where precision motion components come into play. These specialized parts are engineered to deliver exceptional control, stability, and repeatability — and are the foundation of successful precision motion...

When designing or upgrading precision motion systems, one key decision stands out: Should you choose air bearings or mechanical bearings? Selecting the right technology directly impacts your project's success, particularly when you're aiming for ultra-precise, reliable performance.

ABTech was proud to exhibit at the Automate Show for the first time this year. As the largest robotics and automation event in the Americas, it was the ideal venue to showcase our precision motion capabilities to a diverse and growing audience.

In the aerospace industry, precision is not just a goal—it’s a necessity. Every component, from turbine engine assemblies to satellite instrumentation, must meet exacting tolerances to ensure performance, reliability, and safety.

Trust is integral to nearly every business relationship. It’s the basis of contracts, commercial transactions, and more. Similarly, trust is a foundation for innovation, allowing specialty manufacturers like ABTech the freedom to enact a customer’s vision.

ABTech produces a wide range of precision motion machines for three major product categories: air bearing rotary tables, air bearing stages, and air bearing spindles.

When asked the question, "What are air bearings?" one might think of the future. That's because air bearings, which allow components to glide smoothly over a thin film of pressurized air, are a technology analogous to innovation.

As a machine tool builder, you face tough-to-make decisions; one is where to source the precision motion components for machine tools. Should you opt for an off-the-shelf supplier or choose a specialty manufacturer? Truthfully, both options have a place.

Commissioning a precision motion device involves more diligence than ordering an off-the-shelf unit; it’s about embarking on a journey with a custom machine builder, collaborating throughout the project’s entirety. Understandably, it pays to find a supplier with the necessary skills and experience...