A Proven Leader

Since 1873, Joyce/Dayton Corp. has been a premier North American manufacturer specializing in high-quality screw jacks, actuators, and linear motion solutions. With a long-standing reputation built on innovation and engineering expertise, we provide reliable linear motion solutions across diverse industries, from steel mills to municipal projects. Our commitment extends to exceptional customer service, offering custom solutions and the free JAX® Online software to help specify the right components for any lifting and positioning system.

In 1980, EDrive Actuators, Inc. pioneered precision electromechanical actuators, establishing a legacy of manufacturing rugged, heavy-duty electric linear actuators designed for tough industrial automation applications demanding long life and high precision.

Today, EDrive Actuators is an exclusive product brand of Joyce/Dayton. This combination brings together decades of specialized experience, strengthening our commitment to providing superior quality, integrity, and comprehensive solutions. Whether you need standardized components or highly customized systems, our combined expertise ensures you receive the most appropriate and reliable linear motion technology backed by dedicated technical support.

A Giant in the Industry

Joyce/Dayton screw jacks and electric cylinders and actuators are routinely used to:

• Maintain adjustment of large rolls in steel mill operations
• Adjust conveyor height in machinery
• Move and support huge structural elements used in municipal projects
• Stabilize and deploy equipment used in heavy mining and drilling operations
• Operate maintenance and material lifts for many industries
• Operate gantry systems for dockside and other operations
• Provide linear motion solutions in industrial applications worldwide

It’s easy to do business with Joyce!

Fundamental to our longevity and success in business is the commitment Joyce/Dayton makes to quality and service. All of our products are supported by a qualified and experienced team of Application Engineers and Customer Service Representatives with the expertise needed to develop innovative solutions for today’s customers.

Why Joyce?

• Customer satisfaction is our top priority
• Decades of experience with a wide variety of applications
• Respected name in the industry
• Willingness and ability to provide custom product solutions
• High product quality and reliability
• Ideal lead times and expediting options

Joyce Offers Much More

JAX® Online, our free, industry-leading software enables you to specify the right jacks and components for your ideal lifting and positioning systems. JAX Online allows you to:

• Size a jack or system
• Enter load, speed, and travel required
• Create a layout with bills of material
• Size motors, shafting, miter boxes, etc.
• Create a detailed technical report with your specific system data
• Request a quote for a jack or system