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...
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!
The Beginning of OEM Controls, Inc.
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...
Valve Driver Module
The VDM15 was created as a programmable module in which can be stocked for a quick response to customer’s demands. With all the different proportional current valve configurations, the primary goal is to have versatility and to inventory only one...
MG25 L&R Handles
OEM Controls, the leader in design and development of electrohydraulic controllers since our establishment in 1966 is proud to present its newest multi-function grip handle, the MG25 (shown to the left mounted on the HJS8 joystick base). This...
Fan Reversal Module
OEM Controls, a leader in the design and development of electrohydraulic controllers and control systems for almost fifty years, announces the Fan Reversal Module.
New Drum Rotation Indicator System
Drum Rotation Indicator System
The Drum Rotation Indicator System for mobile cranes and boom trucks puts precise control over drum rotation and rate of movement right at the operator’s fingertips with unparalleled durability and reliability. By...
New Thumper Solenoid
OEM Controls New Design “Thumper” Solenoids for our Drum Rotation Indicator (DRI) and Machine Feedback Systems
OEM Controls has been providing Drum Rotation Indicator (DRI) and Machine Feedback Controllers and Systems with “Thumper” solenoids since...
New Handle Configurator
We are pleased to introduce the launch of our newInteractive product / handle-grip configuration software for our Hall Effect and Can bus line of controllers. This is a web-based software which allows you to configure your controller with our...
We regretfully announce the passing of Beth N. Simons
On behalf of S. Brian Simons, CEO and Founder of OEM Controls, Inc., we regretfully announce the passing of Beth N. Simons. Loving and caring wife to Brian; mother to Sam (President Data-Delivery Division), Keith (President of Controls Division),...
Functional Safety Design Training Completed
On June 27, 2014, OEM Controlssuccessfully completed Functional Safety Design Training to EN ISO 13849 & IEC 62061, with reference to IEC 61508. The participants learned the defined requirements for design, including proof of functional safety of...