Motion

Motion is a leading industrial distributor of more than 18 million parts and supplies.
1605 Alton Rd
Birmingham, AL 35210
United States of America
205-951-1154

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With annual sales of over $8 billion, Motion is a leading industrial distributor of more than 18 million parts and supplies, including bearings; mechanical power transmission products; electrical and industrial automation components; hose, belting, and gaskets; hydraulic and pneumatic components; process pumps; industrial and safety products; seals and accessories; material handling solutions; and more. To increase customers’ productivity, the company offers many value-added services, including engineering, fabrication, repair and Industry 4.0 solutions across these product groups. In addition, Motion Automation Intelligence (Motion Ai), Motion Conveyance Solutions and Motion Repair & Services were formed to offer a wide range of specialized, related products and innovative solutions tailored for diverse applications.

Motion North America operates over 600 branches and service centers and 17 market distribution centers. Motion Asia Pacific has nearly 150 branches and service centers and 13 distribution centers in Australasia. Motion serves more than 190,000 OEM and MRO customers in aggregate and cement, automotive, chemical and allied products, equipment and machinery, equipment rental and leasing, fabricated metals, food and beverage, iron and steel, lumber and wood, oil and gas, pulp and paper, rubber, utilities, and more. Motion is a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC). 

News

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Bosch Rexroth, ContiTech, and other fluid power companies are expanding their footprints in North America to better serve regional customers through enhanced supply chains and...
Sept. 3, 2025
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Company acquisitions help expansion into new markets and industries
Brennan Industries, Motion and others are acquiring companies to enhance their fluid power product portfolios and market reach.
Dec. 3, 2024
Danfoss
A Demonstration Danfoss Excavator used to Test New Technology Developments
Danfoss brought together construction industry leaders to discuss how current technology can be used to decarbonize construction equipment, Motion acquires a developer of electrical...
May 17, 2024
ABB
70-ton roll force load cell hydraulic press can exert a force of 4,000,000 pounds on tested sensors
An ABB service center has added a roll force load cell hydraulic press for testing sensors used in extreme conditions, NFPA is seeking volunteers for collaborative projects and...
April 12, 2024
RISE™ Robotics
A visualization of the RISE™ Robotics angular flat belt drive system which enables highly loaded belts at angles and around corners to outperform traditional designs without sacrificing service life.
Limited licenses are available for RISE Robotics' patented technology enabling highly loaded belts to perform at an angle, Motion acquires two fluid power companies and more industry...
Feb. 23, 2024
Mack Defense
The Mack Defense Common Tactical Truck prototype is equipped with BAE Systems' Gen3 electric propulsion system to help provide more efficient operation.
Mack Defense is using an electric propulsion system from BAE for its prototype vehicle, Motion names a new SVP of Strategy & Markets, and more industry news you may have missed...
Jan. 19, 2024
Mura Technology
Mura Technology's first HydroPRS plant will go into operation in 2024 and enable 20,000 tons of plastic waste to be recycled each year.
igus has invested in technology that will provide more sustainable recycling of plastics, registration is open for the NFPA Annual Conference and more industry news you may have...
Dec. 1, 2023
Toyota Motor North America Inc.
Toyota will build a new battery laboratory in Michigan to aid with electric vehicle development efforts for the the North American market.
OEMs Toyota and SANY have built new R&D facilities for battery and other alternative energy technology development, Motion announces the promotion of executive officers and more...
June 16, 2023
Volvo Construction Equipment
Parker Hannifin has joined Volvo CE's FIA World RX Championship team, and will help create an electric race car which takes inspiration from Volvo's electric construction equipment.
Parker Hannifin will aid development of an electric race car for Volvo CE's FIA World Rallycross Championship team, registration is open for NFPA's 2023 Industry & Economic Outlook...
June 2, 2023
Lontra
Lontra’s manufacturing team alongside the first LP2 Blade Blower unit to be produced at the company's new smart factory.
Lontra's LP2 Blade Blower for pneumatic conveying is the first product manufactured at its new smart factory, Danfoss and Motion announce new company leaders, Kollmorgen partners...
April 28, 2023

Articles

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Close up of hydraulic components part of a custom system design for a hydraulic elevator
This case study explores how the creation of a custom hydraulic system addressed persistent maintenance and performance issues for a food and beverage manufacturer’s hydraulic...
Oct. 13, 2025
SMC
Figure 2: Wireless technology allows smart air management systems to communicate with each other, resulting in a cohesive network, giving back even more potential savings. Image courtesy of SMC.
The addition of digitalization to point-of-use air management units enable energy and cost savings to be achieved in pneumatic systems.
Nov. 20, 2023
Motion Industries Inc.
Figure 1: Cell phones are a convenient and popular way for an on-site technician to obtain step-by-step instructions from the remote person and to communicate results. Image courtesy of Motion Industries Inc.
Proper preparation can ensure remote troubleshooting of VFDs, motors and other machine components is performed in a safe and optimized manner.
Sept. 25, 2023
Promo
Ongoing technology advancements will enable a reduction in downtime and energy use for hydraulic and pneumatic components.
Jan. 26, 2023
Danfoss Power Solutions
Danfoss Power Solutions Cs10 Remote Service Pass Danfoss Wheel Loader With Cs10 Gateway
Danfoss' new remote service passes enable technicians to remotely monitor and diagnose equipment, HydraForce partners with Tan Delta for oil condition monitoring and more news...
Nov. 4, 2022
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Understanding the benefits and limitations of VFDs can help prevent tripping of GFCIs, ensuring proper operation and safety.
Oct. 17, 2022
Motion Industries Inc.
Mi Fluid Power Solutions Logo Rgb
The new Mi Fluid Power Solutions will be a complete provider of fluid power, integrated electronic controls and electromechanical technologies for industrial and mobile equipment...
June 2, 2022
Danfoss Power Solutions
The two 40-m long hybrid passenger ferries powered using Danfoss' Editron technology will be built by Wight Shipyard Co on the Isle of Wight.
Get caught up on the latest industry news, including Danfoss' Editron division supplying several electronic components to aid hybrid operation of passenger ferries in London.
March 18, 2022
Motion
Motion headquarters, with logo superimposed
Motion's president discusses his company's acquisition of KDG and its customers' future with Power & Motion.
Feb. 28, 2022
MotionAi
MotionAi logo
The company’s newest addition will focus on automation solutions.
Feb. 7, 2022

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Danfoss
Danfoss Power Solutions hosted Rep. Randy Feenstra (Iowa-04) and the Ames Chamber of Commerce its Ames, IA, location.
Danfoss hosted its local chamber of commerce and congressman at its location in Ames, Motion Ai opens a new facility to expand manufacturing capacity, and more industry news you...
April 14, 2023
Motion
Motion headquarters
This combination of two of the top 20 distributors is expected to strengthen Motion’s market position.
Jan. 4, 2022
Emerson’s AVENTICS Series 652/653 air preparation units
These easy-to-assemble air preparation units provide clean air and pressure control.
Oct. 27, 2021