At ACS Motion Control, we know that innovation and growth don’t happen in isolation—they’re built on strong partnerships. For nearly two decades, our collaboration with Valin Corporation (formerly Dynamic Solutions) has been a cornerstone in delivering high-performance motion control to industries that demand precision.
We recently spoke with Josh Shimchick, VP of Sales at Valin, to reflect on what makes our partnership thrive and where the future is headed.
A History of Innovation Together
Dynamic Solutions began integrating ACS controllers into applications as early as 2005, when semiconductor, life sciences, and electronics customers in Northern California needed performance that went beyond existing motion solutions. Josh recalls one of the earliest turning points:
“We had an LED scribing application that was struggling with tuning another controller. When we switched to ACS, it just worked. That success opened the door to wider adoption—and we’ve trusted ACS ever since.”
Why the Partnership Works
If Josh had to sum up the ACS–Valin partnership in one word, it would be bandwidth.
“ACS gives us the margin we need. Their controllers deliver performance we can replicate across systems, ensuring customers can scale reliably. It’s not just reliable, it’s the confidence that no matter how complex the application, we have the tools to succeed.”
That technical confidence is paired with people. Josh emphasizes that customers don’t just need a product, they need expertise.
“You can’t just buy an ACS controller online and be done. You need support, and that’s where the partnership shines. We’ve invested 20 years learning ACS, and with Eric Larson, Western Regional Sales Manager, and Dylan Kingsbury, Applications & Support Engineer, alongside us, customers know they’re covered.”
A Standout Project
Josh recalls a recent project where a customer, struggling with another controller, faced nanometer-level precision challenges. Within an hour, the team swapped in an ACS controller and exceeded the customer’s demanding specs—without any redesign.
“That moment really showed the power of ACS. The customer was relieved to know their system design was sound—they just needed the right controller.”
Looking Ahead
The future is bright. As automation, AI, and advanced manufacturing evolve, demands for higher precision and faster performance will only grow. Josh sees opportunities especially in life sciences, semiconductor packaging, and advanced research.
“The applications are only getting more precise. With ACS’s toolsets and ongoing product innovation, we’re ready to meet that demand together.”
From Dynamic Solutions to Valin, and now as part of the Graybar family, the partnership with ACS Motion Control has stood the test of time. Together, we’re not just delivering motion solutions, we’re building the future of precision automation.