Welcome to a new series covering questions we get asked from time to time, simply called Why?. In our first installment, we decided to answer the question, "Why does my step motor sing?" Well, more like why does it make noise (Singing would be a stretch...). We explain the basics of where the noise may come from, and what you can do to quiet it down.

Check out this Why Motion Matters segment on how Kollmorgen helped Packaging Progressions Inc. improve machine performance by reducing machine cleaning time, improving machine reliability, and helping reduce the potential risk for food recall - all with the AKMH hygienic servo motor.