OEM Controls Blog

OEM Controls has been the leader in design and development of electrohydraulic controllers and control systems since our establishment in 1966. We configure each product to individual customer specifications using field-proven components, a long list of available options, and state-of-the-art engineering expertise. Our core products include single and multi-axis joysticks and controllers, ergonomically designed multi-grip handles, electronic valve driver boards, microprocessor-based logic controllers and integrated panel systems.  We provide what our customers want, not just what we have in our catalogs.

OEM’s headquarter is in Shelton, Connecticut and we employ over 200 people. Our blog is an easy way of keeping new and existing customers updated on our latest products and in the loop with current events!

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Recent Posts

08 02, 2016

BJS1 Multi Axis Controllers

By OEM | February 08, 2016 |

Categories: Multi-Axis Controllers

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Product Description

When on/off switching is your only control requirement, these rugged "bang-bang" controllers are the optimal choice.

04 02, 2016

OEM Controls, Part IV

By OEM | February 04, 2016 |

Categories: Blog, Latest Products

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Ahhhhhh the 90’s! The decade which saw extreme advances in technology and also introduced an important tool we use today, the World Wide Web. The 90’s were a big decade for Mr. Simons and his company, as his total amount of employees grew to 272...

04 02, 2016

HRS Rotary Contactless Output Selector Switch

By OEM | February 04, 2016 |

Categories: Hall Effect/CAN Controllers

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Product Description

  • Factory programmable output: proportional within 0-10V, 4-20mA, ratio metic, or absolute configuration
  • Two additional digital outputs per axis-programmable on/off position relative to handle travel
  • Short circuit and reverse...
04 02, 2016

HMS8 Single Axis Hall Effect Controller

By OEM | February 04, 2016 |

Categories: Hall Effect/CAN Controllers, Single Axis Controllers

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Features

  • Factory programmable output: proportional within 0-10v, 4-20 mA ratio metric, or absolute configuration
  • Short circuit and reverse polarity protection on board
  • Proven environmental coating protection
  • Available with pendant wires or connector
04 02, 2016

MS6 Single-Axis Controller

By OEM | February 04, 2016 |

Categories: Single Axis Controllers

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Product Description

Designed for simplicity and cost-effectiveness, the MS6 is our most inexpensive controller. The MS6 has very few moving or mechanically linked parts - the potentiometer is direct-driven. No other couplings, cams or hardware is...

04 02, 2016

MS1 Single-Axis Controller

By OEM | February 04, 2016 |

Categories: Single Axis Controllers

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Product Description

The MS1 single axis controller is part of the mini-controller product line. While small in overall size and reduced available options, it does have the same robust metal construction and characteristics of its larger brothers.

29 01, 2016

MS4 Single Axis Controller

By OEM | January 29, 2016 |

Categories: Single Axis Controllers

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Product Description

The rugged reliability of the MS4 type single axis controller has been proven in a variety of tough field applications. Its design flexibility allows you to select from a variety of configurations, potentiometers, and handle...

04 01, 2016

OEM Controls, Part III

By OEM | January 04, 2016 |

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The 80’s was an exciting decade for Mr. Simons and OEM Controls. During this decade, there was great socioeconomic change due to the advance in technology and the beginning of globalization. Mr. Simons realized and adapted to the change to help...

03 12, 2015

OEM Controls, Part II

By OEM | December 03, 2015 |

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The 70’s was a turbulent decade. It was the beginning of the Watergate Scandal, a terrorist attack occurred at the Olympic Games in Munich, and the Iranian militants seized the United States Embassy in Tehran and held hostages. However, through all...

06 11, 2015

The Beginning of OEM Controls, Inc.

By OEM | November 06, 2015 |

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In 1966, Brian Simonscreated a company on Riverside Avenue in Westport, Connecticut and named his company OEM Controls, Inc. When Mr. Simons opened his doors for the first time, his target markets included machine tools, welding equipment, and...

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