Heason Technology is a UK partner for AST products, supplying pancake servo motors for a range of applications. AST provide innovative flat motors with unique technologies and superior performance. They specialise in compact motors which offer smooth speed control over RPM ranges. Their unique technology provides zero cogging and low internia which offers high acceleration in rapid and repetitive moves. The flat shape can be a solution for applications with small space requirements. These low DC servo motors benefit from a long brush life and high speeds. AST is a customer focused business, building the business on lasting professional relationships. They work closely with Heason , as a supplier, to insure the highest level of quality, delivered on time. AST pancake motors are suitable for a range of applications including: Factory Automation Packaging Printing Filtration Systems Mail Sorting Pumps Process Control Rotation Drives Semi-conductor Manufacturing Founded in 1984, AST has their main offices and manufacturing facility on Long Island, New York in the USA. This location houses their design and development team, assemby cells, as well as repair and refurbishment of all its motor products. Their management team has over 35 years of experience in manufacturing, contract assembly and motor technology. The team is experienced in applying lean manufacturing techniques, concentrating on reducing inventories, utilising pull system assembly, design for variation reduction and design for six sigma. With this high level skill set, Heason are able to work closely with the AST team to gain key knowledge and skills for supporting our customers in the UK. Take a look below at the portfolio of AST products Heason Technology can offer. If you’d like more information, call us on +44 (0) 1403 792 300 or email sales@heason.com.