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Industry Clients Steering Active Marketplace in 2013 for Control System Integrators

June 17th, 2013 by gwhalen

The Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) recently issued a news release regarding the increasing demand for CSIA members to implement cyber security to protect manufacturers against production downtime. See the news release below for more details.

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Industry Clients Steering Active Marketplace in 2013 for Control System Integrators

Cyber security, globalization and IT trends fueling busy year for CSIA members

csia_tallMADISON, Wis. –  June 3, 2013 - Those responsible for manufacturing plants and process facilities are increasingly turning to members of the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) for help in boosting productivity and guarding against catastrophic computer failures that can interrupt operations.

This was among the messages that came out at the recent 2013 CSIA Annual Executive Conference in St. Petersburg, Fla., where a record number of CSIA members gathered to examine how to improve their industry of automation and control system integration.

“CSIA members are forecasting a busy year for automation projects among industry clients,” says Piercarlo “PC” Romano, newly elected CSIA board chairman. “More and more CSIA members are showing plant managers, directors of operation and others that control system integrators are experts at managing risk and offering proven solutions to their production challenges.” Romano is president of Avid Solutions Inc., a CSIA Certified system integrator based in Winston-Salem, N.C.
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Three More Patti Engineering Employees Achieve Siemens Global Technical Certification

June 4th, 2013 by gwhalen

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Georgia H. Whalen
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Three More Patti Engineering Employees Achieve Siemens Global Technical Certification

Steve Buffmyer, John Jowski and David Calme join an elite group of industrial automation professionals with exceptional expertise in Siemens SIMATIC Technology areas of S7 PLCs, SIMATIC HMIs, and SIMATIC Networking.

siemens_logopartnerAuburn Hills, MI – June 4, 2013 Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced that three more of its engineers have successfully met all of the requirements to achieve Siemens Global Technical Certification in the SIMATIC Technology areas of S7 PLCs, SIMATIC HMIs, and SIMATIC Networking. Individuals achieving this Siemens certification are among an elite group of less than 150 professionals across the country.

As a Siemens Solution Partner with almost half of a dozen Siemens Certified engineers, Patti Engineering is positioned to deliver exceptional service using the Siemens family of automation and process equipment. Patti Engineering’s Duane Edgar and Nick Hitchcock, have been certified for over two years. Steve Buffmyer, John Jowski, and David Calme have now joined this prestigious group.

“The Siemens Solution Partner Program is designed to support and further develop a selective group of System Integrators that are committed to delivering high quality solutions based on Siemens automation and drive technologies,” commented Siemens National Industrial Partner Manager, Peter Treible. “Patti Engineering has proven to be a leader in the Siemens Solution Partner program through their continued investment in expanding the knowledge base of their engineers, and their ability to successfully apply this knowledge to design solutions for very complex industrial applications.  This step to go above and beyond, by certifying an additional 3 engineers exemplifies the high standards that Patti Engineering is known for.”

To even qualify for the rigorous two weeks of course work and testing requires an in-depth knowledge of Siemens product functionality, best engineering practices and efficiency in technical approach. Achieving certification requires a higher commitment to training and dedication to best practices, both of which are indicators of a high level of professionalism. In industrial settings, the more challenging the goals of an automation project, the more important it is to have a Siemens Solution Partner with Siemens Certified engineers on staff to deliver the project with a solution of the highest quality.

“With the certification of Steve, John, and David, Patti Engineering is one of just two companies with 5 or more certified engineers in Siemens PLC, HMI and networking technologies,” said Sam Hoff, president at Patti Engineering. “We congratulate all of our engineers on this exceptional achievement. They are the backbone of this company and the reason we have been so successful for over two decades.”

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.



FIRST Robotics Teams Sponsored by Patti Engineering Impress in St. Louis

May 23rd, 2013 by gwhalen

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FIRST Robotics Teams Sponsored by Patti Engineering Impress in St. Louis

Patti Engineering Supported Six Teams in 2013 Competition, One of Which Earned Second Place Overall

kb33-team-photo-wsAuburn Hills, MI – May 23, 2013 – Patti Engineering, Inc., a leader in control systems integration, today announced the results of teams it supported in the 2013 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). The annual competition brings together thousands of bright young individuals to compete in teams. Professional engineers donate their time and expertise to help teams as they are challenged to think, create and inspire as they design, build and program robots.

Patti Engineering supported six teams from Lake Orion, Oxford, Notre Dame Prep, Goodrich and Royal Oak schools. The Notre Dame Prep Killer Bees team performed extremely well and earned their way to the Einstein Championship Final Competition in St. Louis. While they did not win, they did achieve one of the best finishes in school history as a championship finalist with a record of 7-1.

The other teams also delivered impressive results in their respective divisions. The Oxford TORC team finished with a 5-3 record, ranking #29. The Goodrich More Martians record was 3-5 and they ranked #60.

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Patti Engineering Supports FIRST Robotics Competition

April 17th, 2013 by gwhalen

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Georgia H. Whalen
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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

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.

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

March 18th, 2013 by gwhalen

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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

siemens_logopartnerAuburn 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.

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

March 13th, 2013 by admin

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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

indusoft_si_logo_sm_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.

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Patti Engineering Joins the Organization for Machine Automation & Control

March 13th, 2013 by admin

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Georgia H. Whalen

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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


omac_logoAuburn Hills, MI – March 7, 2013Patti 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.

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Steven Palmgren of Patti Engineering Earns Texas Professional Engineering License

February 26th, 2013 by admin

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Georgia H. Whalen

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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

Steven Palmgren

Auburn Hills, MI – February 26, 2013Patti 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.


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

February 19th, 2013 by gwhalen

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Georgia H. Whalen
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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

technology-tip-off_2013Auburn 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.

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

February 12th, 2013 by gwhalen

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Georgia H. Whalen
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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

wayne-bioAuburn 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.” Read the rest of this entry »




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