Patti Engineering Supports FIRST Robotics Competition

Supporting Six Teams, Patti Engineering Helps Youth Display Expertise in Science and Technology at FRC

Team 33 - Killer Bees, Notre Dame Prep High School

Auburn Hills, MI – April 17, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced its continuing support for the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). The annual competition brings together thousands of bright young students to compete in organized teams. Practicing engineers donate their time and expertise to help these teams as they are challenged to think, create and compete as they design and build the robots.

Teams that join First Robotics experience the excitement of sport coupled with the rigors of science and technology. With strict rules, time constraints and limited resources, teams are tasked with raising funds, designing a brand and honing effective teamwork skills. Teams build and program their robots to perform pre-determined tasks with the support of mentors who volunteer their time and talent. In 2013, Patti Engineering is supporting six teams from Team 302 Lake Orion Dragons, Team 2137 Oxford TORC, Team 33 Notre Dame Prep Killer Bees, Teams 70/494 Goodrich Martians and Team 4743 - Royal Oak Steam Engine.

Team 302 – Dragons, Lake Orion High School

Founded in 1989, FIRST promotes youth interest in science and technology. Its mission is to inspire and grow younger generations into science and technology leaders through engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs to build science, engineering and technology skills. “More than $16 million dollars in scholarship money is available, exemplifying FIRST and our industry’s true dedication to helping shape young professionals,” commented Ken Kutchek, vice president of operations at Patti Engineering.

Team 2137 - TORC, Oxford High School

“From all of us at Patti Engineering, we would like to congratulate the six teams we sponsored for their hard work and impressive performances. We are proud to say that four of our teams, Team 2137 Oxford TORC, Team 33 Notre Dame Prep Killer Bees, Teams 70/494 Goodrich  earned spots in the state finals which took place last week,” said Sam Hoff, president of Patti Engineering.

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About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Team 494 - Martians, Goodrich High School

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Patti Engineering’s technical expertise in electrical control and information systems provides turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Patti Engineering to Demonstrate Expertise in Programming Siemens Technology at Manufacturing in America Symposium

Patti Engineering Senior Electrical Engineer, Terrance Brinkley, to Host Seminar Sharing Siemens Automation Programming Expertise at the ‘Manufacturing in America Symposium’ at Ford Field in Detroit March 20 – 21, 2013

Auburn Hills, MI – March 18, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced details of a Siemens technical seminar it will host at the Manufacturing in America Symposium featuring the Technology Tip-Off . The event is taking place at Ford Field in Detroit, MI on Wednesday, March 20 and Thursday, March 21, 2013. Electro-Matic Products and Siemens  will bring together executives, technology leaders and innovators in manufacturing to discuss, demonstrate and display expertise in automation, controls and more at the Manufacturing in America Symposium featuring the Technology Tip Off event.

Terrance Brinkley, senior electrical engineer at Patti Engineering, will present “Tips and Tricks when Programming for the Transline 2000 Standard” on Thursday, March 21 in the South Press Alcove from 9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. ET. The session will provide an in depth review of the nuts and bolts of implementing the Siemens technology, including S7-300 PLCs, MP277B, OP177B, TP177B, Transline 2000 HMI Lite, WinCC Flexible and Step 7.

“Siemens Transline 2000 standard provides commonality, efficiency and expandability,” said Brinkley. “If implemented properly, the technology can decrease downtime and development time, making future changes close to seamless.”

Recognized as Control Engineering’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year, Patti Engineering is a CSIA Certified control system integrator and is the only Siemens automation Solution Partner in the State of Michigan. As a certified Siemens Solution Partner, Patti Engineering is among a select group of system integrators across the country with highly trained engineers. Its employees bring exceptional expertise on the wide range of Siemens industrial automation products to every project; Patti Engineering often teams up with Electro-Matic and Siemens to offer customers the complete package of products and services for seamless project execution.

To register for the Manufacturing in American Symposium, please click here. To learn more about system integration from expert engineers, please visit the Patti Engineering booth (C10) during the Manufacturing in America Symposium.

About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Patti Engineering’s technical expertise in electrical control and information systems provides turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Georgia H. Whalen

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Patti Engineering to Host Best Practices for System Integrators Webinar with InduSoft

Patti Engineering’s Vice President of Operations, Ken Kutchek, to Present on Improving Development, Deployment and Maintenance of Industrial Automation Projects

Auburn Hills, MI - March 12, 2013 - Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced it will host a webinar this week with its partner InduSoft, a provider of award-winning HMI SCADA software for developing Windows-based applications in industrial automation, instrumentation and embedded systems. Ken Kutchek, vice president of operations at Patti Engineering, will host the session and provide an in depth review of best practices and lessons learned from his 23 years of experience in electrical engineering and automation controls.

DATE: Wednesday, March 13, 2013

TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 A.M. CDT

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 P.M. CDT

TOPICS: InduSoft partner, Patti Engineering - who was named Control Engineering’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year - has served many customers as a System Integrator. In this webinar, we will hear from Kutchek for an inside look at some of the best practices for systems integrators to help improve the development, deployment and maintenance of projects.

PRESENTERS: Ken Kutchek, vice president of operations at Patti Engineering

REGISTER: To participate in this webinar, please register here. Attendees can submit questions during the event for a Q&A session with Kutchek when signing up or during the event.

About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Patti Engineering’s technical expertise in electrical control and information systems provides turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Georgia H. Whalen

gwhalen@PattiEng.com

(978) 697-2664

Patti Engineering Joins the Organization for Machine Automation & Control

Control System Integrator, Patti Engineering, Joins OMAC, the Premier Global Organization which Provides Collaborative Leadership and Expertise for Machine Automation, Driving Higher Performance, Quality and Reliability in Manufacturing

Auburn Hills, MI – March 7, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced it has joined the Organization for Machine Automation & Control (OMAC). OMAC brings together leading manufacturers, OEM machine builders, system integrators, technology providers and government agency organizations to address issues that confront global manufacturing today. OMAC initiatives help manufacturers work together to find new and innovative ways to be successful in their production operations.

“The Organization for Machine Automation & Control welcomes nationally recognized systems integrator Patti Engineering to its rank,” said John Kowal, OMAC board member. “Patti Engineering has embraced PackML implementation and offers the important ability to extract additional productivity across manufacturing and packaging lines. OMAC Chair Bryan Griffen, Nestlé global automation and electrical engineering manager, specifically created the PackSyst subcommittee to support the critical role of systems integrators in OMAC initiatives ranging from PackML to PackSafety to PackConnect.”

In today’s global economy, manufacturers continue to strive for new ways to reduce delivery times, be more efficient with available resources and increase profitability, all while maintaining their competitive advantage. When manufacturers come together and collaborate with machine builders, automation suppliers and system integrators to share expertise and best practices, the whole industry benefits.

OMAC is dedicated to advancing manufacturing capabilities and efficiencies through identifying common problems, standardization and improvements to processes that positively impact the way companies do business. “We are pleased to be a member of OMAC and look forward to gaining valuable insights from other members, as well as, providing our expertise as a control system integrator to assist the organization in meeting their goals,” commented Sam Hoff, president of Patti Engineering.

Recently named Control Engineering Magazine’s ‘2013 System Integrator of the Year’, Patti Engineering is a CSIA Certified control system integrator offering high-caliber engineering and software developmentservices in the fields of industrial automation and shop floor IT solutions. A recognized partner of many automation technology companies, Patti Engineering is a Siemens Solution Partner, an Authorized Mitsubishi Integrator, in addition to being in the integrator programs for Phoenix Contact, Iconics and Indusoft.

Resources:

• Patti Engineering, Inc.
• Patti Engineering Blog
• Patti Engineering on Facebook
• Patti Engineering on Twitter

About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Patti Engineering’s technical expertise in electrical control and information systems provides turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Contact:

Georgia H. Whalen

gwhalen@PattiEng.com

(978) 697-2664

Steven Palmgren of Patti Engineering Earns Texas Professional Engineering License

Control System Integrator, Patti Engineering, Committed to Growth of Engineering Services with Palmgren’s Lead in the Southern Region

Steven Palmgren

Auburn Hills, MI – February 26, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control system integration, today announced, Steven Palmgren, director of Patti Engineering’s Austin, Texas branch, has earned his professional engineer (P.E.) license in from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers. Palmgren is Patti Engineering’s third engineer to earn the professional engineer’s license.

In addition to his duties as director of the Texas branch, Palmgren actively leads the development of hardware and software designs for major client projects. Palmgren has been with Patti Engineering since 2001 and has more than 17 years of control systems experience from plant floor and assembly automation; to developing auto-drilling technology; to specializing in assessing and manipulating databases. Palmgren earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Computer Engineering from Kettering University in Flint, Michigan.

The Texas Board of Professional Engineers (Board) regulates the practice of professional engineering in Texas and enforces the Texas Engineering Practice Act by ensuring that the practice of engineering in the state is carried out only by those persons who are proven to be qualified. The terms “P.E.” or “professional engineer” can only be used by persons who are currently licensed. To be eligible for a professional engineering license, engineers must have achieved certain professional milestones. They must have earned an engineering education, performed certain levels of engineering work experience, and passed specific examinations.

“We are very proud of Steve’s hard work and strong personal commitment to his career,” commented Sam Hoff, president of Patti Engineering. “Steve’s engineering talent has helped our company exceed growth goals in the southern region.”

Founded in 1991, Michigan based, Patti Engineering, opened its Texas branch in the spring of 2010. The Texas branch continues to add engineering resources to meet the increasing demand. Recently named Control Engineering Magazine’s ‘2013 System Integrator of the Year’, Patti Engineering is a CSIA Certified control system integrator offering high-caliber engineering and software development services in the fields of industrial automation and shop floor IT solutions. A recognized partner of many automation technology companies, Patti Engineering is a Siemens Solution Partner, an Authorized Mitsubishi Integrator, in addition to being in the integrator programs for Phoenix Contact, Iconics and Indusoft.

Resources:

• Patti Engineering, Inc.
• Patti Engineering Blog
• Patti Engineering on Facebook
• Patti Engineering on Twitter

About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Our technical expertise in electrical control and information systems allows us to provide turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Patti Engineering to Share Siemens Control System Expertise at the Siemens and Electro-Matic Manufacturing in America Symposium in Detroit

Registration Now Open - Join Executives, Technology Leaders, and Innovators in the Manufacturing Industry at the ‘Manufacturing in America Symposium’ Featuring the Technology Tip-Off at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan March 20 – 21, 2013

Auburn Hills, MI – February 19, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced the company’s participation in the Manufacturing in America Symposium featuring the Technology Tip-Off at Ford Field in Detroit, MI on March 20 - 21, 2013. Registration is now open for the event, which is hosted by Siemens and Electro-Matic Products.

Join executives, technology leaders, and innovators in the manufacturing industry to explore how technology is driving the manufacturing resurgence in America. The two day Manufacturing in America Symposium will feature the Technology Tip-Off with over 40 different technical seminars, 30 different vendors on an exhibition floor, and one-on-one discussions with top industry experts – all exploring manufacturing in America today. Patti Engineering will have a booth and host a Siemens technical seminar. Attendees are invited to stop by the Patti Engineering booth to discuss control systems integration questions and concerns.

Recently named Control Engineering Magazine’s ‘2013 System Integrator of the Year’, Patti Engineering is a CSIA Certified control system integrator; and presently, the only Siemens automation Solution Partner in the State of Michigan. As a certified Siemens Solution Partner, the company is among a select group of system integrators across the country with highly trained engineers, who have exceptional expertise on the wide range of Siemens industrial automation products. Electro-Matic Products, Inc. is a leading supplier of Siemens automation products and a complementary group of high technology components. Patti Engineering often teams up with Electro-Matic and Siemens to offer customers the complete package of products and services for seamless project execution.

“We have enjoyed much success over the years working jointly with both Siemens and Electro-Matic. We look forward to this event every year. In addition to networking with top industry experts, the Manufacturing in America Symposium is an excellent opportunity to learn how to improve your engineering efficiency, increase your manufacturing productivity, and develop your expertise,” noted Sam Hoff, president of Patti Engineering.
To register for the Manufacturing in America Symposium, please click here.

About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Our technical expertise in electrical control and information systems allows us to provide turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Patti Engineering Hires Business Development Manager to Support Rapid Growth in Southern Region

Exceeding Growth Expectations, Michigan Based Control System Integration Company, Patti Engineering, Hires Wayne Hachenberg to Lead Texas Branch Business Development Initiatives

Auburn Hills, MI – February 12, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control system integration, today announced the hire of Wayne Hachenberg from Austin, Texas to lead its business development and partnership growth in the southern region. Hachenberg has 30 years of experience in technical sales, marketing, and customer support and service in various vertical markets, including:  oil and gas; water-wastewater; mining and metals; food and beverage; and discrete manufacturing.

Hachenberg’s responsibilities include: securing new business opportunities to bring Patti Engineering’s expertise in developing and implementing value enhancing control systems to new clients; developing the company’s strategic relationships with key automation partners; and expanding services to current clients. Founded in 1991, Michigan based, Patti Engineering, opened its Texas Branch in the spring of 2010.

“Wayne is a dynamic sales and business development professional who is passionate about technology and helping organizations achieve their revenue and market growth goals. With his diverse experience in the controls system integration industry, Wayne has shown an outstanding record of satisfying clients and receiving repeat business,” says Sam Hoff, president of Patti Engineering. “We’re very pleased to have him leading our business development in the southern region.”

Patti Engineering anticipates continued rapid growth in the southern region and will continue to add engineering resources to meet the increasing demand. Recently named Control Engineering Magazine’s ‘2013 System Integrator of the Year’, Patti Engineering is a CSIA Certified control system integrator offering high-caliber engineering and software development services in the fields of industrial automation and shop floor IT solutions. A recognized partner of many automation technology companies, Patti Engineering is a Siemens Solution Partner, an Authorized Mitsubishi Integrator, in addition to being in the integrator programs for Phoenix Contact, Iconics and Indusoft.

Prior to joining Patti Engineering, Hachenberg’s past experience includes positions held at various automation companies including Graybar Electric, Phoenix Contact, ALCOA, and Allen-Bradley.

Hachenberg earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, and has served as President of both ISA and IEEE Sections. He has lectured multiple times at the American Gas Association (AGA) meetings sponsored by Oklahoma State University and has presented at the International Society of Automation – Technology Showcase.

Resources:
• Patti Engineering, Inc.
• Patti Engineering Blog
• Patti Engineering on Facebook
• Patti Engineering on Twitter

About Patti Engineering, Inc.

Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Our technical expertise in electrical control and information systems allows us to provide turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

Patti Engineering Supports Michigan’s Youth in 17th Annual Future City Competition

MacArthur K-8 University Academy from Southfield, MI wins ‘Best Use of Automation Technology’ Award Sponsored by Patti Engineering

Auburn Hills, MI – February 6, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced its sponsorship of the Future City Competition for the third consecutive year. Organized by the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD), the Michigan Regional Future City Competition is a program where sixth, seventh and eighth grade students, a teacher and volunteer mentors team up to design a city of the future. With the theme, “Rethink Runoff: Design Clean Solutions to Manage Stormwater Pollution,” each design must encompass plans for infrastructure, transportation and communication systems, as well as, power plants, industrial, commercial and residential settings.

Patti Engineering sent a team of engineers to the ESD Regional Future City Competition on January 28 in Novi, MI, where they reviewed projects from teams who developed a plan and executed their designs with a budget of $100 using virtual cities in SimCity 4 software (donated by Electronic Arts). Each team was responsible for conducting their own research and writing solutions to an engineering problem and a narrative describing their city. At the completion of each city design, teams presented their creation and ideas to a panel of judges.

While the Patti Engineering judges were pleased with all of the teams’ creations, they awarded the MacArthur K-8 University Academy from Southfield, MI the “Best Use of Automation Technology” award for their innovative underground city concept, which allowed the planet’s surface to remain in a natural state while the structure of the city was built beneath the earth’s surface. Their design included an automated scoop transport system; control systems for light, air quality and water systems; natural light distribution; an automated food and water delivery concept; water control system for substance and power; thermal heating; and an inventive zero waste reclaiming design.

“It is important to support youth in Michigan, and across the nation, as they excel in the areas of math, science and engineering. Our team of judges bestowed the ‘Best Use of Automation Technology’ award upon students from MacArthur University Academy for their demonstration of innovative and complex thinking to create their concept for an underground city,” said Sam Hoff, president of Patti Engineering. “The Future City competition exemplifies a superior learning process for students where they identify problems, engage and work with team members, design solutions and test them until results can be presented.”

Resources:
•    Patti Engineering, Inc.
•    Patti Engineering Blog
•    Patti Engineering on Facebook
•    Patti Engineering on Twitter

About Patti Engineering, Inc.
Patti Engineering, Inc. is a CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Our technical expertise in electrical control and information systems allows us to provide turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company Control Engineering Magazine’s 2013 System Integrator of the Year. For more information, visit www.pattieng.com.

One of the most potentially damaging aspects of extreme weather is radical swings in precipitation. Regions throughout the world find themselves experiencing prolonged drought, then are suddenly hit with torrential storms. When this happens, rainwater quickly turns into runoff, especially in cities, where hard surfaces—like roofs, sidewalks, and parking lots—prevent rain from soaking into the ground and leads to damaging and sometimes catastrophic flooding.

Until now, the most common response has been to channel water away from urban areas. But, as it moves, runoff carries pollutants into storm drains which empty directly into the waterways used for recreation, fishing and drinking water. Now engineers are rethinking this approach. They are beginning to imagine and design new and creative ways to manage stormwater that make city landscapes act more like natural landscapes. These innovations help reduce runoff, increase the amount of water that soaks into the ground and improve water quality.

With this critical issue topping the news all across the country, National Engineers Week Foundation’s annual Future City® Competition essay theme for its 2012-13 challenge is: Rethink Runoff: Design Clean Solutions to Manage Stormwater Pollution. The annual Future City Competition is for sixth, seventh and eighth grade students; a program designed to inspire students’ interest in engineering. Student teams plan and design virtual cities with SimCity 4 software (donated each by Electronic Arts), build physical models with recycled materials and a budget of just $100, research and write a solution to an engineering problem, write a narrative describing their city, and present their ideas before a panel of judges.

Our Engineers our judging the Engineering Society of Detroit’s (ESD) Michigan Regional Future City Competition today, we will update you with the creative ideas we are sure to encounter. We will be awarding the Patti Engineering sponsored ‘Best Use of Automation Technology’ award.