12 Volt Actuator Blog

If you need a quiet actuator, for whatever reason (maybe the work is to be done in an enclosed space where the sound would be too much, or the actuator will be used in a non-industrial area and so needs to be quiet), the best way to ensure that you can find one is to […]

As a leader in linear automation technology, we aim to have too many different types of actuators so our customers will have a variety of different options available. Whether it be high speed, heavy-duty, miniature or track actuator models, we have them all. In this post, we'll go over our different types of 12v linear […]

When people think of 12V linear actuators and their applications, they tend to think of examples in dry environments on land, away from water and other potentially harmful substances. While it's true that most applications are indeed like that, there is also a substantial need for automation in aquatic environments, specifically out on the ocean in […]

The holiday season is officially upon us and it's that time of year when we all want to sit back and relax for the holidays. Though in order to relax you'll need to get all that pesky work done first, whether it be at the office or at home. Luckily linear actuators are available to […]

Linear actuators and automation are all about making our lives easier. They automate processes that would otherwise need to be done manually and save valuable time and energy in whatever environment they are servicing. And what better place to automate is there then the medical field, a place where time is always of the essence […]

Solar power is arguably the power source of the future. With the world's natural resources continuing to dwindle over time we as a people are always looking for ways to conserve those resources as well as limit greenhouse gas emissions. Solar power is one such way we can do that and it is perhaps the […]

Linear actuators are being used more and more in all walks of life. One of the most common areas that they are found in, and used in large amounts, is the workplace. Now the “workplace” is a fairly broad statement but it is appropriate when referring to where they are being used. There’s not only […]

Linear motion is probably the most common and widely used form of motion in the world today. It is so widely used because it is so simple yet effective at doing a variety of different things.  At Progressive Automations Inc. there are experts in linear motion and offer a selection of electronic equipment that specializes […]

A linear actuator is a mechanism that converts force, usually rotary, and creates linear motion. They can come in a large variety of shapes, sizes, and models but today we will be focusing on one of the more unique models, a track linear actuator. Track linear actuators work like this; their range of motion is […]

When you think of linear actuators, you usually think about the various ways they can make work and repetitive daily tasks easier, but did you know they can also be used for recreation, specifically in recreational vehicles. They help reduce all that extra time used on setting up your RV and make it not only […]

From position feedback to rocker switches to wireless remotes, we go through everything you need to know about controlling linear actuator position.

The Ontario government has quietly made a decision to reverse an industrial exception legislation, but engineers all across Ontario are making as much noise as they can. The decisions create less health and safety standards for manufacturers in the province.