Founded in 1953, RACO-ELEKTRO-MASCHINEN GmbH manufactures electric actuators and precision drive technology in Schwelm, Germany, with products used across industry and infrastructure worldwide. The company’s roots are in underground mining equipment, while its present-day specialty is a modular range of linear drives that spans compact industrial units to heavy-load actuators rated for up to 140 tons. RACO has held ISO 9001 certification in drive technology since 1996 and most recently renewed its ISO 9001:2015 certification in 2024.
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RACO InternationalRACO International designs and manufactures custom electric linear and rotary actuators for demanding industrial and infrastructure applications, with U.S. engineering and manufacturing in Bethel Park serving customers across the Americas. Founded in 1962 as the American subsidiary of RACO Schwelm, the company draws on a RACO electromechanics heritage dating to 1953 and supports its equipment with an authorized U.S. repair facility, spare parts and technical service. Its quality management system has carried ISO 9001 certification in drive technology since 1996.BETHEL PARK, PA
PRETTL Mechatronics & Actuators GmbHSince 1977, family-owned PRETTL Mechatronics & Actuators GmbH has developed and manufactured actuator technology and electromechanical adjustment systems, primarily for automotive applications. Based in Pfullingen, Germany, the company combines long-standing supplier experience with newer work on high-voltage assemblies for electric vehicles and serves customers through an international production network. Its Pfullingen site employs 136 people and operates under ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 certification.NEWCOMERSTOWN, OH
Progressive AutomationsFounded in 2008 by best friends Vlad Kovalyov and Ajay Arora, Progressive Automations develops electric linear actuators and motion-control systems that make automation accessible for projects ranging from individual builds to OEM applications. The company pairs its actuator expertise with engineering support and customization, and has expanded into home and office solutions through its sister brand, Progressive Desk. Progressive Automations is ISO 9001:2015 certified, with select products made in Canada.BLUE ASH, OH
Macron Dynamics, IncFounded in 1988 by Anthony Cirone and Joe Casillo, Macron Dynamics manufactures linear robotics, electric actuators and motion systems for industrial automation. Its Pennsylvania operation builds systems in the USA, from standard units to custom configurations, with a specialty in long-travel, belt-driven motion and robot transport units. The company’s history includes producing 42,000 actuators for a USPS automation project and developing the patented CLAWS arresting system.CROYDON, PA