Soft Servo Systems

US maker of open-architecture PC-based CNC and motion control software; founded 1998 by MIT engineers in Waltham, MA.

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Company Overview

Soft Servo Systems, Inc. is a Massachusetts-based company founded in 1998 by MIT professionals specializing in open-architecture, PC-based CNC and general motion control (GMC) solutions. The company leverages FPGA technology combined with PC computing power to deliver high-performance, affordable servo control systems for CNC machine tools and industrial robots. Its products are used in precision machining, multi-axis motion control, and robot controller applications worldwide.

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Products & Solutions

CNC Solutions

PC-based CNC control software and systems for machine tools.

General Motion Control Solutions

PC-based general motion control solutions for automation.

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WEBSITE

https://softservo.com

EMAIL

[email protected]

PHONE

+1 781-891-9555

HEADQUARTERS

Waltham , Massachusetts

United States

Company Facts

Founded

1998

Primary Role

Manufacturer

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Primary Region

North America

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