Travis Cox from Inductive Automation joins the podcast to discuss the development of Ignition and its role in transforming data accessibility and integration. Travis highlights how Ignition has been shaped by collaboration with system integrators and discusses its innovative...
Read MoreTerrance Brinkley discusses the growing importance of edge devices and digitalization in manufacturing. The conversation includes how edge devices can provide a non-invasive way to capture data and the benefits of virtual commissioning for reducing costs and improving project...
Read MoreSam Hoff and Matt Shewell discuss the role of robotics and automation in addressing manufacturing labor shortages. Matt shares his career journey, experiences with automation projects, and insights into collaborative robots, vision systems, and the importance of diagnostics for...
Read MoreThe Patti Engineering team is excited to announce the launch of Down with OEE, our podcast hosted by company founder and CEO Sam Hoff. Through candid conversations with industry experts […]
Read MoreIn this Employee Spotlight: Video Edition, we feature Dave Foster, Vice President of Engineering and Operations at Patti Engineering. With nearly 30 years at the company, Dave has been instrumental […]
Read MoreService contracts are essential for ensuring automation system uptime by providing maintenance, technical support, and timely issue resolution. They serve as a safety net, minimizing downtime, reducing troubleshooting costs, and […]
Read MoreIn this Employee Spotlight: Video Edition, we highlight two dedicated co-op students from Kettering University—Scott Grunwald and Nathaniel Kramar. Both Scott and Nathaniel have been making meaningful contributions to projects […]
Read MoreROBOGUIDE, a FANUC 3D simulation software used for the design and simulation of robotic systems, plays a key role in Patti Engineering’s robotic project workflow to deliver optimal robotic solutions […]
Read MorePatti Engineering is excited to commission a robotic cell that will enhance hands-on engineering education for Kettering University in late summer 2024. The project was completed largely through reduced-cost donations […]
Read MoreEnsuring workplace safety is not just a best practice but a regulatory requirement. A fundamental procedure in ensuring the well-being of personnel working with automated systems, safety risk assessments span […]
Read More On June 3rd, 2024, we celebrate 33 years of Patti Engineering. From one man and his laptop, Patti Engineering has grown into an industry leader with a global reach. […]
Read MoreAs Patti Engineering celebrates its 33rd anniversary on June 3, 2024, we are excited to spotlight our three dedicated directors of operations: John Shipley in Indianapolis, Indiana; Terrance Brinkley in […]
Read MorePatti Engineering CEO Sam Hoff and SWS Consulting President Scott Steele co-authored an article featured in Packaging Technology Today’s May 2024 issue. Together, they discuss the key technology advancements that […]
Read MoreOne of Patti Engineering’s lesser-known portfolio of services is that of time and expense (T&E) contracts for engineering-related work. This option offers manufacturers a flexible means of addressing engineering staffing-related […]
Read MorePatti Engineering integrators recently completed a project to breathe new life into a system involving an older piece of equipment – a hunziker tumble blaster. Two aging motors had been […]
Read More In our latest Employee Spotlight: Video Edition, we shine a light on Tomas Guillen, Controls Engineer at Patti Engineering. Tomas’ journey with Patti Engineering began when he completed internships […]
Read MoreImproving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) requires a holistic analysis of the system. Patti Engineering is often approached to address issues pertaining to OEE: quality issues, disappointing throughput performance, or problematic […]
Read MoreDon’t miss the “Little Edges and Big Edges” article in CONTROL magazine’s February issue. It features Patti Engineering’s latest creative solution for connecting legacy equipment to the cloud using Arduino […]
Read MoreControls Upgrade Introduction Communication Protocols in Use Access to Design Documents Sequence of Operations Software Upgrade Cybersecurity As the central component of an industrial manufacturing process, the control system communicates […]
Read MoreThe process of upgrading a control system is nuanced and requires careful analysis of the equipment to which it’s connected. While mechanical equipment upgrades can result in more tangible benefits […]
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