Situation:
I need a system with the following components and goals:
2 electric linear actuators (must be electric, desired stroke is around 2 inches)
1 remote control and receiver
a device to control the system (PLC or perhaps multiple relays)
run off 120 volt power supply

I need to be able to push a button on the remote, actuator 1 extends and retracts, push button a second time, actuator 2 extends and retracts, repeat. I have found methods of doing so using remotes with several buttons, but this adds unnecessary complexity for the user.

I am unfamiliar with what kind of remote I will be needing, also(type of outputs, what to watch out for, etc). The linear actuators I am currently considering have limit switches which will stop them at the end of their desired stroke, so some sort of automatic return comes to mind.

This seems simple enough, but as I said motion control and electrical componentry is not my forte. Any advice regarding this would be much appreciated, reference to exact parts or part numbers would be appreciated even more. If I've left out any information that would be needed, let me know. Thanks again.