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Proudly Made in the USA• Market Leaders in the industries of Construction, Marine, Aviation, Military & Emergency Response• Innovative Designs with Full Engineering Support• 100% End of Line Testing• Superior Components & Materials• Celebrating 40 Years of Global Excellence

• Joysticks• Electronics• Foot Controls• Remote Controls• Radio Controls• Level Sensors• Grip Handles• Control Knobs• Liner Actuators• Fiber Optics• CAN Bus• USB Controls And• Custom Application

Company ProfileFor over 40 years, P-Q Controls has been an industry leader in the outdoor / off-highway con-trols market. From the large OEM to the end user, the company's diverse product portfolio andexpert engineering services continue to supply the world's market of heavy duty joysticks andcontrols. Typical applications include; mining, construction, aerial lifts, refuse, fire apparatus,forestry, and simulators.P-Q Controls was established in 1973 as a producer and supplier of industrial joysticks and con-trols, and has since grown into one of the largest manufacturers of its kind. Today, P-Q Controlscontinues its record of steady annual growth, allowing us to serve a greater array of equipmentmanufacturers. Our long-standing history in the design of contactless solid-state sensing, has al-lowed us to improve our products over time to near-perfect quality, giving us a marked Advan-tage over our competition. The result for the end-user is quite simply: When you buy from P-QControls, you are not simply buying a product. You are buying a product that is the result ofover 30 years of engineering development.Our pioneering efforts in developing Inductively Coupled, Hall Effect and other contactless con-trols have earned us the industry's leadership position. In fact, P-Q Controls holds an exclusivepatent for the Inductively Coupled Contactless control, and are known throughout the industryfor expertise in both Inductive and Hall Effect technologies.

The New Generation of Technology in HALL EFFECTP-Q Controls began research and development in Hall Effect technologyin the mid 1980's. What this means, is for the past 25 years, P-Q Controlshas invested ample time and research into improving and perfecting thistechnology. When you buy from P-Q Controls, you can be sure that our products are fieldproven for long-term outdoor use under virtually any environmental condition.Application Engineering and Design Assistance - Built-In SuperiorityP-Q Controls has the expertise to meet your current specifications. We allow you the flexibilityto improve and upgrade your equipment without reinventing the wheel. Our CAD system as-sures precision products to solve the toughest control problems and facilitates later modifica-tions or improvements without expensive re-engineering.You can count on P-Q Controls' engineers to work closely with you to design, modify or de-velop new applications for specialized controls. Our experts will interpret requirements for con-trolling or monitoring your equipment and help you achieve peak performance for any applica-tion.Our experienced design engineers are continually seeking ways to improve per-formance or develop totally new products. Working with the most advanced andsensitive electronic measuring instruments, they are creating cutting edge controlswith an eye toward the future. From initial contact, through design and manufac-turing, to providing post-installation maintenance troubleshooting - our engineering team iscommitted to your needs.

Quality AssuranceAll products designed by P-Q Controls have undergone exhaustive testing to insure a robust end-product that will meet the most demanding applications. That is why we have invested heavily inan anechoic chamber, TEM cell, and corollary electronic equipment. Using this this equipmentwe can insure our products meet strict CE regulations for electromagnetic interference immu-nity.This engineering expertise has established P-Q Controls as a trusted supplier for rugged productsdesigned to last the life of their machine. Customers who are seeking a no-maintenance plug-and-play solution may look no further than P-Q Controls as a reliable source for all their controlneeds.• Compliant to ISO 9001 standards• Superior design and manufacturing minimize service and maintenance.• Stringent manufacturing standards ensure long service and trouble-free performance.• Excellence in serving high volume customers and meeting special service requirements.• Trouble-shooting diagnostics to head off problems and reduce downtimeOn-Time ShippingP-Q Control's production line is capable of meeting the requirements of any order, from bulkquantities for large OEM's, to single-piece orders from end-users. Our excellence in service hasearned P-Q Controls a reputation in the industry for fast lead times. Additionally, we understandthat sometimes our customers may require a rapid build on a bulk order, which is why we offer athree-day expedite service. P-Q Controls is also equipped with staff on call to work extra shifts ifnecessary

The Contactless Mechanisms - Accuracy Without WearP-Q Controls' patented inductively coupled system used in multi-axis and level attitude sensorseliminates the wiping contacts of potentiometer devices and minimizes the number of movingparts. For certain single-axis and multi-axis joysticks and switched output controls, P-Q uses adesign based on the latest Hall Effect technologies. Contactless devices, whether optical, induc-tive or Hall effect based, will not wear out - a major advantage over mechanical switches.P-Q Controls began research and development in Hall Effect technology in the mid 1980's. Whatthis means, is for the past 25 years, P-Q Controls has invested ample time and research into im-proving and perfecting this technology. When you buy from P-Q Controls, you can be sure thatour products are field proven for long-term outdoor use under virtually any environmental condi-tion. The New Generation of Technology in HALL EFFECT and Capacitive Touch

SERVICESPROTOTYPING SERVICEOur in-lab rapid prototyping printer is capable of prototyping 3-dimensional plastic parts di-rectly from 3D AutoCAD models. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is an ideal solution forquickly producing functional prototypes for initial design qualification, without the cost of othertime-consuming methods.DESIGN SERVICESLet P-Q Controls help develop proprietary designs for your fleet, and put all of our new productdevelopment and engineering experience to work for you. You will have access to the same in-novative team of dedicated engineers that helped P-Q become the leading supplier of all con-



IntroducingSolid State—Sealed-Robust and Low Profile Level Sensor with Built in Thermocouple Highly Customizable and Maintenance Free Available in CANBUS, Analog and Digital Outputs

A Culture of Ongoing Improvement 2012 & 2013 have been busy years in electronics and controls manufacturing. New Sensor Technology and continuing switch to electronic control suites over hy- draulic system prompted PQ to carry out a series of im- provement projects. These are aimed at leveraging the new technology and updating PQ’s product lines to better meet our customer needs.PQ Controls is committed to Creating the HighestQuality Products in the Competitive manner. Overview of New Projects ♦ M202 Thumb Joysticks ♦ Multi-Axis Joystick with New Sensor ♦ Capacitive Touch System ♦ Foot Pedal Redesign ♦ Level Sensor Overhaul and redesigned ♦ “Excavator” Style Grip and Grip Options ♦ New Grips ♦ Sealed Connectors on all PQ Products

New Design Parameters◊ Maintain same or better proportional per- formance characteristics, but with new sen- sors and a smaller overall control foot print.◊ Incorporate IP-rated solutions into all new products◊ Enhance control quality, facilitate mainte- nance, lower assembly and production cost.◊ Focus on the connection between the end- The M115 Single Axis joystick is one of the many products getting another look and some major updates. Visit www.PQControls.com for the latest updates about our product lines and controls. For custom control designs and requests contact our Engineering de- partment. We look forward to helping you meet all of your controller needs. Phone: 1 (860) 583-6994 Fax: 1 (860) 583-6011 Email: [email protected]

Valve Drive Boards Grip Handles Single Axis Joystick Custom ApplicationsMulti Axis Joysticks Level SensorsUSB Controls Control Knobs Foot Pedals CAN Bus 95 Dolphin Road Bristol, Connecticut USA Phone: 1 (860) 583-6994 Fax: 1 (860) 583-6011 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PQControls.com