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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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Calculating & Improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

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Calculating OEE can seem abstract. In this article, we highlight how to calculate this formula and define strategies for improving your OEE ratio.

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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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Control System Upgrade Part 2: Planning for the Upgrade

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You’ve decided to upgrade your legacy control system. Now what’s next? In Part 2, we highlight what questions you need to ask when planning this project.

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Control System Upgrade Part 1: Understanding When It’s Needed

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This comprehensive two-part guide covers scenarios where a control systems upgrade can be beneficial, and insight into when a complete replacement is needed.

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Common Considerations Integrating Robotics in Manufacturing

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Read the eBook Now Have you ever wondered how the addition of a robot to your manufacturing flow might help address your current production issues?  Are you unsure of how, […]

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Employee Spotlight: Video Edition with Dan Sula

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In our first Employee Spotlight: Video Edition, Senior Robotics Engineer Dan Sula speaks with Georgia Whalen from Rivergate Marketing about his specialization in advanced robot application solutions for automation at […]

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Precision in Integration: Patti Engineering Again Claims Position on System Integrator Giants List

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Patti Engineering again secures a position on the System Integrator Giants list by Control Engineering, underscoring the company’s commitment to sustained excellence in system integration. Their submission for the annual […]

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Preview Our Upcoming eBook, ‘Common Considerations Integrating Robotics in Manufacturing’

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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 […]

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Senior Controls Engineer II, Nikhil Niphadkar, Promoted to Team Lead at Patti Engineering

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We are excited to highlight the well-deserved promotion of Nikhil Niphadkar to the position of Team Lead in our Austin, Texas office. Previously a Senior Controls Engineer at Patti Engineering, […]

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Simple Steps to Connect a SIMATIC S7-200 to a SIMATIC S7-300/400 via Ethernet

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This blog post was originally written in 2017 and is still relevant for those using Siemens S7 PLCs and the other products named in this article. However, Siemens stopped production […]

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Tips and Tricks for Programming Wonderware SCADA System Software

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Programming Wonderware SCADA Use the Wizard Creating Symbols Use the Query for Alarm Systems Using Scripts This blog post was originally written in 2018 and the tips and tricks were […]

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Robot Programming: The Four Types of Frames

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Robot programming becomes much easier once you understand how to use frames. Learn more about the four primary types of frames.

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6 Things to Remember When Setting Up a Temperature PID in Siemens TIA Portal

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When working with applications where precise temperature and humidity control are vital, such as paint shop air supply systems or industrial ovens, PID temperature tuning becomes a non-negotiable step. The […]

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6 Safety Tips Every New Engineer Should Know

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Engineering Safety Topics Pay Attention to Safety Training PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Clothing Pack the Basics Know Your Surroundings Self-Care Manufacturing and industrial facilities are filled with a wide range […]

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Empower Your Facility with Data-Driven Decisions: Patti Engineering’s Digital Manufacturing Needs Assessment

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The road to digital transformation is not one-size-fits-all, and each manufacturing facility’s needs are unique. Our Digital Manufacturing Needs Assessment takes less than 5 minutes and helps us gauge your […]

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Unlocking Success: The Perks of Working with a CSIA Certified System Integrator

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CSIA Certified System Integrator What is CSIA? CSIA’s Strategic Objectives What is CSIA Certification? What is The Process of Certification? Benefits of Working with a Certified SI Looking Forward Shared […]

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