Automation Systems

Inside TekniPlex Gaggiano: How Specialized Manufacturing and Precision Engineering Define a True Center of Excellence

Manufacturing excellence today is less about scale alone and more about precision, control, and adaptability—especially in industries where even microscopic inconsistencies can have outsized consequences. As global supply chains grow more complex and regulatory standards tighten, facilities that invest in specialized processes and contamination control are quietly becoming the backbone of innovation. Segregated…

Kasa’s Emulation Reduces Testing from 4 Weeks to 1

Now more than ever companies are seeking ways to make their systems and processes more efficient and automated. This is especially important with the staffing shortages seen in almost every industry, and the airport operations industry is no exception. Airport baggage handling systems (BHS) are a key factor in ensuring airlines remain on schedule and…

Elevating Airport Efficiency: Kasa’s Innovative Baggage Handling System for Honolulu Airport

With an estimated 4.5 billion air passengers in 2020, air travel is a cornerstone of modern transportation, connecting people and cultures across the world. However, behind the scenes, the efficiency of airport operations depends greatly on baggage handling systems’ (BHS) reliability and functionality. Many airports, especially those with older infrastructure, have been grappling with outdated…

Full-Plant, Totally Integrated Grain Automation Results in More Efficiency, Less Manpower

Full-plant, totally integrated automation system results in more efficiency, less manpower plus Kasa provides 24/7 service after the sale.  Since 1974, Kasa Controls & Automation has provided turnkey control systems, automation and system integration for the grain industry. Kasa worked with Cooperative Producers, Inc. (CPI), to update the control system for their Fairmont Nebraska grain…

Kasa: Offering Perforex Capabilities for Automated, Fast, Precise and Reliable Machining

Machining for panel enclosures can be expensive, and precision isn’t always guaranteed. Technology and equipment continue to evolve and improve to deliver enclosure panels that are exact. As a leader in custom control panel design and assembly, Kasa Controls & Automation began to investigate ways to reduce costs, increase capacity, and enhance accuracy for these components….

The Unsung Heroes of Data Centers: Industrial Control Panels

In the high-tech world of data centers—where petabytes of data flow every second and uptime is measured in milliseconds—there’s a quiet, powerful force working behind the scenes: industrial control panels. While servers and switches often steal the spotlight, control panels are the backbone that keeps the entire facility running safely, efficiently, and reliably. Powering the…

Smart Control Panels Are Powering the Backbone of AI!

The AI Boom Is Fueling Data Center Growth — And Smart Control Panels Are Powering the Backbone As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize industries—from finance and healthcare to manufacturing and logistics—the demand for data processing power has exploded. At the heart of this digital transformation lies the modern data center: a complex, high-density environment that…

IntelliFinishing Provides High-Level Automation for Hyster-Yale

Hyster-Yale is a world-renowned name in the forklift truck industry and has carved out a space as the United States’ leading manufacturer. Hyster-Yale forklift trucks are used around the globe by just about any industrial operation needing robust material handling, meaning the company needs solutions that help maintain a production capacity that satisfies that demand…

How Polygon’s Smart Moisture Control System Protected a Mass Timber Student Housing Project

Amid the rise of sustainable architecture, mass timber has become a powerful symbol of progress — a material that marries renewable design with modern efficiency. Yet, in the damp climate of Vancouver, BC, sustainability meets its match: moisture. Managing humidity levels in large-scale wood construction isn’t just a matter of comfort; it’s about protecting structural…

Targeted HVAC Training Boosts Careers, Retention, and Service Quality

The HVAC industry is evolving quickly, from advanced controls to new refrigerant standards, yet one principle remains timeless: skilled technicians are the backbone of the trade. What is changing is how companies are preparing those technicians for long-term careers through focused HVAC training. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the…

Unveiling Cutting-Edge Automation in Rail Terminals: Rice County Terminal and MKC Case Study

Discover how Rice County Terminal and MKC revolutionized their operations using KASA’s advanced automation system. Understand how this automation translates into significant improvements in operational efficiency and increased productivity. What You’ll Learn – Unpacking the Role of Lawson Hemberger, Director of Rail Terminals at MKC – The Powerful Partnership with KASA Automation Group and…

Adaptive Warehouse Automation Is Your Edge in an Unpredictable Environment

As consumer expectations for rapid delivery tighten supply chain timelines, warehouses face a logistical balancing act: they must move goods faster while dealing with labor shortages and ever-changing operational environments. Unlike manufacturing facilities, which thrive on predictable workflows, warehouses change minute by minute based on human activity, delivery windows, and inventory flow. Reflecting this operational…

Robot Safety Is a Survival Skill—Not a Perk. Vecna Robotics Aligns People, Process, and Tech for Scalable and Safer Automation

Warehouse automation is rising sharply, with Gartner predicting that more than 75% of companies will have integrated cyber-physical systems into their operations by 2027. While this growth is driven by increasing demand for flexible, scalable fulfillment solutions, it brings new operational and robot safety challenges that traditional warehouse cultures and systems aren’t always prepared for….

Scaling Warehouse Automation with Robots Demands Alignment, Education, and Collaboration for ROI Success

In a logistics landscape where labor shortages persist and pressure to optimize warehouse throughput intensifies, many organizations are looking to automation as a solution. Yet, despite growing investments in robotics, especially autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), scaling warehouse automation remains a major challenge. The problem? It’s not the robots. It’s how they’re used. So, what really…

Vecna Robotics Powers Scalable Warehouse Automation Through Human-in-the-Loop Support

Warehouse automation is no longer a fringe concept—it’s accelerating fast. According to McKinsey, robot shipments are expected to grow by as much as 50% annually through 2030, and warehouse automation spending is rising by over 10% each year. As companies race to modernize operations, it’s becoming clear that real performance doesn’t come from hardware alone——it’s…

Vecna Robotics CaseFlow Transforms Warehouse Operations with Automated Case Picking

As supply chains become more complex and labor shortages persist, warehouse operators are under mounting pressure to do more with less. In many facilities, over half of a worker’s time is spent not on picking items, but simply walking — an inefficiency that costs time, money, and morale. At the same time, the demand…

Dane’s AMRs Bridge the Inventory Management Gap Between Shelf Stock and WMS Accuracy

Automated robots help warehouses eliminate costly inventory discrepancies by delivering real-time accuracy where manual systems fall short

The Story Behind IntelliFinishing: From Prototype to Industry Leader

How a collaboration between three industrial companies transformed a Caterpillar concept into a market-defining finishing solution

Industry Leaders Endorse IntelliFinishing for Efficiency, Quality & High Production Capability

Manufacturers gain competitive advantage through customizable finishing systems that adapt to unique production demands

Greenheck’s Advanced HMI System: The Key to Streamlined and Automated Operations

A simplified interface unlocks production efficiency by reducing training time and eliminating bottlenecks across manufacturing stages

From Fabrication to Paint: Faster and Safer with IntelliFinishing and Hytrol Conveyor Integration

Manufacturers cut production bottlenecks and workplace injuries by synchronizing finishing systems with automated conveyor networks

Hytrol’s Conveyorized Product Delivery System Streamlines Material Handling & Boosts Productivity

Automated conveyor systems eliminate inefficient manual transport methods while synchronizing operations with downstream processes like painting

Starting Small: How to Scale an Operation with Robotics

Companies can implement robotics incrementally to overcome cost barriers and build toward larger automation gains

Modular Robotic Systems & Greener Logistics Solutions: Unlocking the Future of Automation with Hy-Tek

Flexible robotics and eco-conscious supply chain strategies are reshaping how enterprises approach operational efficiency and sustainability

Automation in Action: Robotic Pallet Movers are Enhancing Efficiency and Transforming the Modern Warehouse

Warehouses are ditching manual labor for autonomous systems that stack faster and more accurately than humans ever could

Improving HVAC Systems Plays a Key Role for Meeting Building Efficiency Goals

Optimizing climate control systems could unlock trillions in annual savings while significantly reducing global energy consumption

On the Conveyor Belt of Progress: What is in Store for DCS in 2024

Strategic acquisitions and technology integrations position this material handling leader to reshape logistics efficiency standards in 2024

From Milestones to Memories: On Time In Full’s Year in Review

A logistics innovator reflects on how operational excellence and strategic execution shaped a pivotal year of growth

Navigating the Future of Warehouse Automation and ASRS With HAI Robotics

E-commerce logistics leaders are discovering how fixed-infrastructure storage systems outperform mobile alternatives for high-density operations

Standardizing Residential RF and Connected Technology

Industry leaders explain why unified wireless protocols are essential for building seamless smart home ecosystems