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Samuel M. Hoff, Chief Executive Officer, started the company from his home in 1991. Since then he’s expanded his business to more than 35 college-degreed engineers. Patti Engineering has engineering offices in Auburn Hills, MI, Austin, TX, and Indianapolis, IN.
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This article discusses the selection, financial justification, and implementation best practices for manufacturers contemplating a first automation project to ensure long-term system success. By Patti Engineering CEO Sam Hoff Automation effectively addresses many production challenges, including rising labor costs and...
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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 in guiding growth and success at Patti. The following transcript...
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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 potentially optimizing system performance for long-term success. Patti Engineering provides...
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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 at Patti Engineering while continuing to learn and grow in...
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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 Auburn Hills, Michigan; and Nick Hitchcock in Austin, Texas. We...
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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 challenges, which can be particularly helpful in a variety of...
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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 experiencing chronic problematic overheating, threatening regular production. Patti Engineering was...
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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 in 2020 and 2021, before he joined the team full-time...
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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 downtime issues. The common thread connecting these concerns is that...
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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 microcontrollers, giving clients yet another tool for plant-floor data collection....
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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 with all connected equipment and coordinates next steps. As it...
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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 (increased throughput, efficiency, etc.), the improvements resulting from a controls...
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Robotics can transform manufacturing, even in small-scale operations with budget and space constraints. Our upcoming eBook discusses common implementation questions around robotics integration. The addition of robotics into manufacturing can seem daunting for someone with no familiarity of the subject....
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Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) With the advancement of microprocessors and automation technology, the lines have blurred between the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS). It is more challenging than ever for process...
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Patti Engineering has unveiled its newly redesigned website to elevate user experience and provide easy access to our decades of knowledge in automation and digitalization. Featuring a brand-new logo, the website allows visitors to explore Patti Engineering’s core solutions and areas...
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Check out Patti Engineering's new logo! Our sleek new design reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence in control systems integration and digitalization. We remain the same company at our core, holding rigorous standards and striving to provide exceptional solutions...
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You’re probably no stranger to Industry 4.0 and its ability to transform traditional manufacturing processes. Patti Engineering utilizes Industry 4.0 and digitalization technologies to increase efficiency and productivity, reduce costs, and improve the overall quality of products across a wide...
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"With Ignition, Patti Engineering helped us reduce up-front costs and total cost of ownership. We were able to create everything in one environment and train our employees on a single system, rather than using multiple systems and packages." -Plant Manager,...
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These are the days of digitalization - for manufacturers, digitalization means using digital tools such as IoT devices, AI, and edge/cloud computing to gain better visibility into their processes and outcomes. But, digitalization doesn’t just mean more technology on the...
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In the December issue of Plant Services magazine, CEO Sam Hoff spoke with the Big Picture Interview. They discussed how a systems integrator can guide your digital projects, the state of digitalization, and more. Read the full interview here.
