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The Ignition Journey with Travis Cox of Inductive Automation

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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...

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Data at the Edge with Terrance Brinkley

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Terrance 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...

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Robotics and Automation for Labor Shortages with Matt Shewell

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Sam 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...

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Patti Engineering Launches “Down with OEE” Podcast with Host Sam Hoff

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The 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 […]

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Employee Spotlight: Video Edition with Dave Foster

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In 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 […]

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Ensuring Automation Uptime: Patti Engineering’s Service Contracts

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Service 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 […]

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Employee Spotlight: Kettering University Co-ops, Scott Grunwald and Nathaniel Kramar

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In 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 […]

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Using ROBOGUIDE for Robotics System Design

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ROBOGUIDE, 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 […]

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Innovative Robotic Cell Enhances Kettering University Education

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Patti 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 […]

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Understanding Safety Risk Assessments

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Ensuring 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 […]

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Patti Engineering Celebrates 33 Years! [Video]

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 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. […]

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Employee Spotlight: Celebrating our Three Directors of Operations

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As 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 […]

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Sam Hoff Talks Robotics Innovation in Packaging Technology Today

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Patti 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 […]

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Engineers on Demand: Fill Technical Gaps with a T&E Contract

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One 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 […]

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Replacing Legacy Motors and Drives for a Hunziker Tumble Blaster System

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Patti 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 […]

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Employee Spotlight: Video Edition with Tomas Guillen

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 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 […]

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Engineering Strategies to Improve OEE

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Improving 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 […]

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Patti Engineering’s Feature in CONTROL Magazine: Advancing Edge Computing in Industrial Automation

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Don’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 […]

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Strategies and Preparation for a Controls Upgrade

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Controls 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 […]

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Upgrading a Legacy Controls System

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The 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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