Montreal-based Vention, creator of the full-stack software and hardware automation platform, recently announced the commercial availability of its powerful third-generation controller, MachineMotion AI. MachineMotion AI is being showcased live at Automate 2025 at Vention’s booth where the MMAI controllers will power multiple demos — including an autonomous bin-picking robot featured earlier this year at NVIDIA GTC.
Featuring NVIDIA-accelerated computing technology and independent Bell LTE connectivity, the new industrial automation controller empowers manufacturers to deploy intelligent automation systems faster and more securely than ever before.
MachineMotion AI consolidates the work of multiple PLCs, seamlessly running up to 30 daisy-chained motors and coordinating robots, conveyors, and vision systems — all from a single, cabinet-free unit. This next-generation automation control system not only replaces PLCs but goes beyond their capabilities, such as powering autonomous robots, which require intensive, rapid computing capabilities.
MachineMotion AI is compatible with leading robot brands, including ABB, FANUC, and Universal Robots. It delivers up to 3,000W of power and drives up to 30 servo motors via EtherCAT.
“MachineMotion AI is truly a breakthrough automation control system,” said Etienne Lacroix, Founder and CEO at Vention. “With built-in AI computing and independent cellular connectivity, manufacturers can deploy smarter systems faster — and keep them supported and secure without adding complexity to their internal networks. Our control system was built for modern AI-driven automation and robotics systems.”
MachineMotion AI is powered by NVIDIA Jetson and the NVIDIA Isaac CUDA-accelerated libraries and models, such as FoundationPose, which deliver the processing power necessary for compute-intensive AI tasks like real-time vision processing, bin-picking, and autonomous decision-making.
MachineMotion AI is the first Vention controller to feature built-in cellular connectivity, enabled through a collaboration with Bell, Canada’s largest communications company, with expansive wireless coverage and long-standing agreements with trusted U.S. carriers. This ensures reliable connectivity across manufacturing sites in both countries, extending the reach and responsiveness of Vention’s support capabilities. The connection operates independently of local firewalls and networks, giving manufacturers real-time access to software updates, cloud programming, system monitoring, and live support—without compromising internal IT security.
“Bell is pleased to collaborate with Vention on MachineMotion AI,” said Michel Richer, SVP, Enterprise Solutions, Bell Canada. “The low latency, robust strength, and security of Bell's network ensures reliable and seamless connectivity for Vention's innovative automation solutions, empowering manufacturers to achieve their goals.” Automate Booth #4432
For more information, visit http://vention.com/machinemotion-ai .
