control objects position with a map ?

Hi,
I’m looking for a way to control objects position with a map (gradient, or fallof, or custom)
let’s say I have a bunch of cubes all aligned… same z
I want to move them along z axis, and each one position would be controlled by a map.
look at this vid if you don’t really understand my question

if anyone has an idea, that would be great

Thanks

thats trapcode form

thanks Da_elf
i use trapcode particular in after effects… but i’m trying to do this in ds max…

there was a script we used to play with a while back for doing pinscreen animations. i think they used it in the nine inch nails video