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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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Patti Engineering celebrates 30 years of excellence in engineering on June 3, 2024, featuring a video announcement.
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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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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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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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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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Employee spotlight featuring Scott Grunwald and Nathaniel Kramar from Patti Engineering.
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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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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 on Dave Foster from Patti Engineering, featuring a video edition showcasing insights and achievements.
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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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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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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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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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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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Transforming Manufacturing Craig Ulrich on AI, Digital Twins and OEE

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Newly appointed CEO of Acieta, Craig Ulrich joins Sam Hoff to share insights from his distinguished career including prominent roles at JR Automation, Amazon, General Motors, and more. Together, they discuss the evolution of control systems, including significant advancements...

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The Business of Automation: Jose Rivera on What Manufacturers Should Expect from Top Integrators

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What separates top integrators from the rest? Jose Rivera, former CEO of the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA), joins host Sam Hoff to discuss what top-performing integrators are doing differently. […]

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Patti Engineering President Sam Hoff to Present at Manufacturing in America 2025 in Detroit

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Sam Hoff, CEO and President of Patti Engineering, will share his expertise on extending the life of aging manufacturing equipment through control system upgrades at Manufacturing in America (MiA) 2025 […]

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Boosting OEE Strategically: Brad Clark’s Approach to Building High-Performance Plants

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In this episode, former Stellantis Senior VP Brad Clark shares the specific OEE and leadership strategies that took multiple engine and transmission plants from reactive firefighting to high-performance operations. Discussion […]

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From Baseball to Manufacturing, Data Analytics Win

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Artificial intelligence-based tools provide remarkable insights leading to improvements in any domain that can be characterized with data. By investing in data integration strategies, industrial manufacturing stands poised to improve […]

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Engineering and Racing: 30 Years of Automation with Dave Foster

In this episode of Down with OEE, Sam Hoff sits down with Patti Engineering Vice-President of Engineering and Operations, Dave Foster to reflect on 30 years of collaboration, innovation, and […]

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Automating Engine Assembly Stations Yields a 170% ROI

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Patti Engineering recently automated several manual assembly stations for a major automotive manufacturer, completing the projects with no disruption to ongoing production. Each project’s payback period is under five months […]

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A Practical Guide to Planning a First Automation Project

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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 […]

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