Sanlab

What Sanlab does

Sanlab (legal name SANLAB Simulation) is a privately held Turkish technology company founded in 2009 and headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye, specializing in the design and manufacture of electro-mechanical motion platforms and VR-based simulation systems. The company's technology foundation is a configurable motion platform family — 6DOF (payloads from 50 to 14,000 kg), 3DOF (heave/roll/pitch), and 2DOF (up to 25 tons) — built on real-time electro-mechanical control and offered with optional IP66 protection for harsh environments. Around this platform core, Sanlab assembles application-specific simulator products including the SIMPro heavy equipment simulator series (excavator, backhoe, bulldozer, forklift, telehandler, crane), a 6DOF Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) automotive simulator, a 6DOF flight simulator, the SISO MOTION 3DOF racing simulator, stabilized platforms for marine and defense (satellite, UAV, heavy payload), EL/AZ positioners for radar and satellite tracking, and a newer Workforce Development line (EV, welding, painting). Its proprietary MotionBridge technology integrates the platforms with Unreal Engine for real-time digital-physical simulation feedback.

The company sells almost exclusively through direct enterprise and government hardware sales, with pricing provided on quote and a global distributor network complementing direct channels. Go-to-market is event-driven at defense exhibitions such as IDEF 2025 and MSPO 2024, alongside digital marketing and PR-driven customer showcases. Named customers span defense (Aselsan, Havelsan, Turkish Armed Forces), automotive (Ford, Togg, Isuzu, BASF), construction equipment (Linde, Hybridlifts), maritime (Fincantieri), aviation (Turkish Airlines), and government research (TÜBITAK, YÖK, MEB). A May 2025 contract with Malta's Building and Construction Authority for the Simpro3 Excavation Simulator marks its first documented European government training win outside Türkiye.

Name

Sanlab

Legal name

SANLAB Simulation

Website

https://sanlab.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sanlab (SANLAB Simulation) designs and manufactures electro-mechanical motion platforms (6DOF, 3DOF, 2DOF) and VR-based training simulators for defense, automotive, construction, maritime, and industrial clients globally, headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motion Simulation Platforms and Training Simulators

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Safety, Compliance & Risk Training Simulations (EHS, OSHA, Hazard Response) (EDAFAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Naval Training, Simulation & Shore-Based Support Systems (IMABAKAO), Racing & Flight Simulation Hardware (Wheels, Pedals, HOTAS) (HDACANAE)

Keywords

• Motion platforms
• Heavy equipment simulators
• Driver-in-the-loop simulators
• VR-based training
• Simulation systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Gebze

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Motion Platform Hardware Sales: Sale of electro-mechanical motion platforms (6DOF, 3DOF, 2DOF) with varying payload capacities. Platforms are configured for specific industrial, defense, and simulation applications with optional protection ratings.
2. Heavy Equipment Simulators: Sale of VR-based heavy equipment simulators including excavator, bulldozer, forklift, telehandler, and backhoe loader simulators. Includes configurable cabin, controls, and multi-machine training modules.
3. Driver-in-the-Loop Simulators: Sale and deployment of DIL simulators for automotive prototyping, testing, and vehicle dynamics analysis. Includes integrated HIL control systems and configurable driver cabins.
4. Training Simulator Solutions: Turnkey training simulator solutions for government and industrial clients, such as the Simpro3 Excavation Simulator delivered to Malta's Building and Construction Authority. Includes hardware platform and simulation software for operator training.
5. Stabilizer Systems: Sale of stabilized platforms for marine and defense applications including satellite stabilizers, UAV stabilizers, and heavy payload stabilizers with real-time correction capabilities.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Sanlab designs and manufactures electro-mechanical motion platforms (2DOF, 3DOF, 6DOF) supporting payloads from 50 to 14,000 kg, used as the foundation for VR-based training simulators (heavy equipment, driver-in-the-loop, flight, racing) and stabilization systems for marine and defense applications. Its offerings combine hardware platforms with simulation software, configurable cabins, and integration with engines like Unreal Engine via proprietary MotionBridge technology. The products are sold as custom-engineered solutions to defense, automotive, marine, heavy equipment, and government training clients globally.

Product overview

SANLAB is a technology company specializing in motion platforms and simulation systems. The product portfolio centers on motion platforms (6DOF, 3DOF, and 2DOF configurations) that serve as the core technology foundation, complemented by a comprehensive range of simulator products. The simulator offerings include Heavy Equipment Simulators (under the SIMPro brand) for excavators, backhoes, bulldozers, forklifts, telehandlers, and crane training; Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) Simulators for automotive applications; Flight Simulators for aviation training; SISO MOTION Racing for motorsports; and Workforce Development Simulators covering EV, welding, and painting. The motion platforms are also offered with stabilization systems for satellite, UAV, and heavy payload applications, along with EL/AZ Positioners for precision positioning. The products utilize VR integration and physics-based simulation for realistic training experiences across construction, automotive, defense, marine, and entertainment industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SIMPro: VR-based heavy equipment simulator series for excavators, forklifts, cranes, and other heavy machinery operator training.
• SISO MOTION
• MotionBridge

Products and services

• 6DOF Motion Platforms High-performance six-degree-of-freedom motion platforms providing precision movement along three linear and three rotational axes for simulation, testing, research, and training applications; supports 50–14,000 kg payloads with optional IP66 protection for industrial, military, and simulation use.
• 3DOF Motion Platforms Motion platforms delivering precision control along heave, roll, and pitch axes for simulation, testing, and R&D; compact, customizable design with real-time motion feedback and compatibility with vehicle, aerospace, and defense systems.
• 2DOF Motion Platforms Rugged motion platforms built to handle heavy payloads with controlled tilt and rotation, capable of moving up to 25 tons; designed for vehicle, aerospace, and defense tests in extreme conditions.
• Heavy Payload Stabilizers 2DOF stabilized platforms providing precision roll and pitch stabilization for marine and defense systems with real-time correction and 10 Hz response speed.
• Satellite Stabilizer Stabilization platform designed for satellite applications requiring precise positioning and motion compensation.
• UAV Stabilizer Stabilization platform designed for UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) applications requiring precise positioning and motion compensation.
• EL/AZ Positioner (Elevation-Over-Azimuth) 2DOF positioner providing precise azimuth and elevation control via GNSS positioning with 0.05 degree accuracy and 400 kg payload capacity; designed for satellite scanning, radar testing, and geospatial tasks.
• Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) Simulator Immersive 6DOF driving simulator for prototyping, HIL testing, and vehicle trials featuring force-feedback controls, modular cabin, scalable integration, integrated HIL control system, and 1800 kg load capacity.
• SISO MOTION Racing Simulator 3DOF motion-based racing simulator delivering true-to-life racing experience with real-time vehicle feedback and VR compatibility for competitive sim racers and high-end entertainment.
• Flight Simulator Professional flight simulation platform utilizing 6DOF motion technology for realistic aviation training and simulation experiences.
• Heavy Equipment Simulators VR-based heavy equipment simulator series delivering realistic training for excavators, forklifts, cranes, and more with realistic physics, terrain dynamics, 3DOF/6DOF motion support, configurable cabin and controls, and multi-machine modules.
• Simpro3 Excavation Simulator VR-based excavator training simulator with robotic platform and authentic controls for safe, scalable, and immersive operator development; first advanced excavator training simulator deployed in Malta at the Building and Construction Authority.
• SIMPro 2in1 Heavy Equipment Simulator (Excavator/Backhoe) Multi-machine simulator combining excavator and backhoe training modules on a single platform with interchangeable controls for operator development.
• SIMPro 3in1 Heavy Equipment Simulator (Excavator/Backhoe/Telehandler) Comprehensive multi-machine simulator combining excavator, backhoe, and telehandler training modules with configurable cabin and controls for multi-equipment operator development.
• Backhoe Loader Simulator Specialized simulator for backhoe loader operator training with realistic controls and scenarios.
• Bulldozer Simulator Specialized simulator for bulldozer operator training with realistic controls and scenarios.
• Forklift Simulator Specialized simulator for forklift operator training with realistic controls and scenarios.
• Telehandler Simulator Specialized simulator for telehandler (reach truck) operator training with realistic controls and scenarios.
• Workforce Development Simulators Suite of industry-specific training simulators including EV, welding, and painting simulators for workforce skill development.
• EV Simulator Electric vehicle training simulator for workforce development in EV maintenance and operation skills.
• Welding Simulator Training simulator for welding skills development using realistic virtual scenarios.
• Painting Simulator Training simulator for painting skills development using realistic virtual scenarios.

Quantifiable outcome

• First advanced training simulator for excavator and heavy machinery operators in Malta - enabling government to modernize construction sector training

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature7 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Moog Inc. Moog's Industrial and Aircraft segments produce high-precision electro-mechanical motion platforms, flight simulation actuators and HIL test systems used across defense, aerospace and automotive — directly comparable to Sanlab's 6DOF/3DOF/2DOF motion platform line.
• Ansible Motion: Ansible Motion designs and builds driver-in-the-loop (DIL) and vehicle dynamics simulators using 6DOF motion platforms for automotive OEMs and motorsport teams — overlapping directly with Sanlab's DIL Simulator and SISO MOTION racing offerings.
• VI-Grade: VI-Grade provides driving simulators (DiM) and HIL solutions for vehicle dynamics, ADAS and autonomous driving development. It competes with Sanlab's DIL Simulator and motion platforms in the automotive prototyping and validation segment.
• Cruden: Cruden designs professional driving simulators and integrates motion platforms for automotive, motorsport and academic research use cases — closely aligned with Sanlab's DIL and vehicle testing positioning.
• D-BOX: D-BOX designs motion platforms and haptic systems for entertainment, sim racing and training — comparable to Sanlab's SISO MOTION racing simulator and motion platform business in the entertainment/training crossover.
• Frasca International: Frasca produces flight training devices and full-flight simulators for airlines, flight schools and military customers, competing with Sanlab's 6DOF flight simulator offering in civil and defense aviation training.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Rexroth: Bosch Rexroth supplies industrial motion control, hydraulics and electric drive systems, including multi-axis motion platforms used in test rigs and simulators. As a much larger incumbent, it competes with Sanlab in factory-floor and HIL testing applications.
• CAE: CAE is a global leader in commercial aviation, defense and healthcare simulation, including full-flight simulators. It is a much larger incumbent that competes with Sanlab's 6DOF flight simulator and defense training simulator lines.

Emerging players

• CXC Simulations: CXC Simulations builds high-end motion racing simulators for home and commercial sim racing. It is comparable to Sanlab's SISO MOTION brand in the professional/prosumer racing simulator segment.

Regional players

• Saginomiya / Stabilius: Stabilius (formerly Saginomiya/JHS) supplies precision motion control and stabilization systems for defense, marine and industrial applications — a comparable supplier to Sanlab's stabilized platforms and EL/AZ positioners, though primarily serving European/Japanese markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/sanlab_simulation
• Xx.com/sanlab

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Investors

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Investments

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