by Kurt Sundberg | Mar 6, 2025 | Manufacturing
As we step into 2025, the manufacturing industry continues to change, bringing both challenges and opportunities. At Simplex System Controls, we approach the year optimistically, recognizing the significant role that automation, talent, and strategic partnerships...
by Kurt Sundberg | Dec 4, 2024 | Project Management, Uncategorized
Practical Steps to Stay on Time and Budget Project management is the blueprint for change, helping turn big ideas into real outcomes. At Simplex System Controls, we see successful project management as a combination of strategic vision and the practical, day-to-day...
by Kurt Sundberg | Sep 27, 2024 | Engineering, Manufacturing
Cross-Industry Automation and Innovation for Control Panels Automation in control panels play a crucial role in optimizing operations, ensuring safety, and enhancing efficiency. Simplex System Controls, the leader in manufacturing of Custom Industrial Electric and...
by Kurt Sundberg | Jul 22, 2024 | FAQS About UL Certification for Control Panels, UL Certification, Uncategorized
Superior Safety Standards and Solutions in Control Panels with Simplex Systems Safety is primary when considering a control panel for monitoring and managing operational changes. Safety standards for control panels are managed through UL and NEC government...
by Kurt Sundberg | Mar 29, 2024 | Electrical Control Panel, Manufacturing
Selecting a control panel for your manufacturing operation is one of the most important business decisions you’ll make. After all, control panels are the nerve center of your operation – they handle everything from starting equipment to running complex operations...
by Kurt Sundberg | Nov 13, 2023 | Electrical Control Panel, Manufacturing, UL Certification
The FAQs About UL Certification for Control Panels If you work in an industrial setting, you’ve likely seen UL (Underwriters Laboratories) Certification Marks on machinery and various pieces of equipment – including electrical control panels. UL Certification...
by Kurt Sundberg | Oct 9, 2023 | Electrical Control Panel, Manufacturing Careers, Manufacturing Jobs
It’s time to change your perception about manufacturing careers Five years ago, in a blog article, we extolled the many benefits of manufacturing careers. What was true then is still true today. Manufacturers use the latest technology, provide opportunities for...
by Kurt Sundberg | Mar 10, 2023 | Electrical Control Panel, PWA6000 Wire Processing Center
Modern Factory Automation The story of modern factory automation begins in 1782 when Oliver Evans (1755-1819) and two of his brothers bought part of their father’s farm in Delaware. Their plan was to build and operate a grain mill. Oliver, who was an inventor,...
by Kurt Sundberg | Nov 30, 2022 | Electrical Control Panel, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Factory Acceptance Testing, Manufacturing, programmable logic controllers (PLC), PWA6000 Wire Processing Center, Quality Control, UL Certification, Wire Custom Panels, Wire ducts, Wire ducts
From Steam to PLCs In the factories of the Industrial Revolution, steam engines powered a central steel drive shaft that ran along the length of the factory and sometimes continued outside into a second building. Other shafts, connected via belts and gears, drove...
by Kurt Sundberg | Aug 25, 2022 | Electrical Control Panel, Engineering, Integrity, NEC, UL Certification, Wire Custom Panels
Almost all of us have at one time or another, seen UL Listed labels (marks) on the bottom of toasters, appliances, lights, and many other consumer and industrial products and devices. Thanks to these labels, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) enjoys broad name...
by Kurt Sundberg | Mar 11, 2022 | Electrical Control Panel, Innovation, Integrity, Quality Control
“The only thing that adds value in any type of process—be it in manufacturing, marketing, or a development process—is the physical or information transformation of that product, service, or activity into something the customer wants.” ― Jeffrey K. Liker, The Toyota...
by Ron Rytlewski | Dec 9, 2021 | Manufacturing, Team Simplex
Team Simplex: Fun facts about Curt Rathje. Curt, thank you for your years of service. To find out about careers at Simplex System Controls, click the Careers button below....
