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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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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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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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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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...
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 MoreTravis 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 MoreNewly 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...
Read MoreWhat 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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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 […]
Read MoreIn 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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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 […]
Read MoreIn 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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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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In this episode of Down with OEE, Patti Engineering CEO Sam Hoff talks with Gen Z controls engineer Tomas Guillen about the future of automation, AI’s role in programming, and […]
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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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Patti Engineering’s CEO Sam Hoff was recently featured in the 2024 Global System Integrator Report. He authored an article titled, “How Manufacturers Benefit by Choosing a Certified Control System Integrator.” The […]
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Digitally Testing Code When and how can you use industrial automation simulation software? How to Launch PLC Simulation in TIA Portal Simulating HMIs for Efficient Setup and Debugging TIA Portal’s […]
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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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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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