Kinematics, an Arizona-headquartered global group focused on intelligent motion control, said it has completed its acquisition of P4Q. Kinematics on Feb. 4 said it will now integrate P4Q’s high-performance electronics portfolio—which includes more than 1 million solar controllers deployed across 2,400 solar sites globally—with Kinematics’ installed base of 2.9 million solar actuators (Figure 1).
The deal completed Tuesday, based on an agreement signed in November of last year, means the new combined company becomes the world’s largest supplier of motion control technology for solar trackers, and will support more than 134 GW of solar power installations worldwide. P4Q is headquartered in Spain and has production plants in that country, along with manufacturing facilities in New Mexico and China.
Kinematics, a portfolio company of Angeleno Group, a U.S.-based clean energy and climate solutions venture capital and growth equity investment firm, on Tuesday said the company has gained P4Q’s expertise in full-stack electronics, including Suntrack, that company’s tracker controls brand, which will to complement Kinematics’ actuation systems. This acquisition allows Kinematics to provide a complete solution for solar tracker motion technology, simplifying design integration and supply for solar tracker original equipment manufacturers. The companies said this will enable “the most advanced tracking systems for future installations and providing asset owners a path toward upgrading outdated systems.”
“This acquisition creates increased scale, expanded global support, and unified motion control solutions,” said John Payne, CEO of Kinematics. “By combining our strengths, we’re setting new standards for intelligent solar tracking technology. Our expanded portfolio of solutions will improve solar plant production, increase reliability, and enhance value to accelerate the growth and adoption of solar energy on a global scale.”
Aitor Alapont, CEO of P4Q, said, “Our integration into Kinematics will enhance our business and create new opportunities for our team. Innovation is in our DNA, and we will continue providing disruptive solutions to our clients as well as excellent service.”
A cornerstone of the combined offering is P4Q’s Self-Powered Plus (SPP) Controller Technology (Figure 2). This solution eliminates the need for traditional pony panels, freeing up space on the tracker surface, and reducing both capital expenditure and installation complexity. The technology also offers what the companies said would be “superior power availability under low irradiance conditions.”
The acquisition builds on Kinematics’ recent innovations in motion control, including the ST Series actuators launched in 2024. The ST Series, which features a maintenance-free design, delivers up to 50% more holding torque in a smaller form factor, enhancing solar tracker performance and reliability. Those capabilities will be further strengthened through the integration of both companies.
“This milestone will create synergies, expand our portfolio of products and services, and optimize our global operations, undoubtedly providing a significant boost to all our business verticals,” said Noemí Pérez, commercial director at P4Q.
The combined company will be headquartered in the U.S. with research and development in the U.S., Europe, and the APAC (Asia-Pacific) region. Kinematics will now have six manufacturing centers, including the U.S. and Europe, and seven service centers located globally.
—Darrell Proctor is a senior editor for POWER.
