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    Rush, NY 14543

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About Optimation

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    50 High Tech Drive
    Rush, NY 14543
    USA
    http://www.optimation.us
    585-321-2300

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    Products & Press Releases

    Bill Pollock, president and CEO, Optimation
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    Green Energy: Implementing Innovation, Research, and Development

    Bill Pollock
    Oct. 14, 2019
    As carbon emissions becomes more of a concern throughout the country, more people and organizations are looking to more alternative and sustainable energy sources. And though ...
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    Robotics

    How Robots Will Save the Human Race

    Bill Pollock
    Aug. 5, 2019
    This tongue-in-cheek prediction of the not-too-distant future shows a world where humanity is being snuffed out—due to a continuing rise in carbon emissions and an increase in...
    John Scheible, MVE Analytics
    IIoT

    Data Analytics Strategy Provides Continuous Improvement

    John Scheible
    June 10, 2019
    Data analytics including machine learning algorithms can deliver breakthrough improvements by making the data exploration phase efficient and real-time monitoring and prediction...
    Steve Beyer, Optimation
    Control

    Safety Is Our Real Business

    Steve Beyer
    April 15, 2019
    Through every phase of design, implementation and operation of an automated system, there are several types of safety that are inherently tied to the long-term success of a project...
    Bill Pollock, Optimation
    Software

    Manufacturing Trends in 2019

    Bill Pollock
    Feb. 11, 2019
    Analytics, artificial intelligence, the Industrial Internet of Things and additive manufacturing are all expected to see continuous improvements and use this year.
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    OEE

    The Cost of Aging, Obsolete Systems

    Bill Pollock
    Sept. 17, 2018
    Tales of horror are seen time and time again by control system integrators as customers continue to balk at necessary plant maintenance or upgrades—trying to save upfront costs...
    Wendy Smith, Optimation Technology
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    Managing Mid-Project Changes to Minimize Costly Implications

    Wendy Smith
    July 16, 2018
    Not only is it important to clearly define a project upfront, but it is just as critical to properly handle any changes that pop up along the way.
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    Unemployment, Automation and Manufacturing 2018

    Bill Pollock
    May 17, 2018
    How will we go about filling the control system engineering positions we as an industry need to fill? Here’s a look at the issue and some ideas about overcoming it.
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    IIoT

    In Search of IIoT Demand

    Bill Pollock
    March 19, 2018
    Though there is plenty of potential for Industrial Internet of Things technologies, IIoT has not yet come of age in many manufacturing plants. That could change with the 2018 ...
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    IIoT

    Disruptive Technologies in Manufacturing

    Bill Pollock
    Jan. 18, 2018
    As we launch into 2018, here’s a look at some of the key technologies that can not only disrupt, but also revitalize manufacturing in the coming year.

    Articles & News

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    IIoT

    Assessing Your Digital Transformation Status

    David Greenfield
    Nov. 5, 2020
    From confronting specific industry sector issues to vision creation and analytics, there are a number of factors manufacturers should address carefully when preparing for or assessing...
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    Control

    Food Producer Success: New Automation Strategy Drives Control System Migration

    May 5, 2012
    A major food producer sought to replace its legacy distributed control system to handle a greater variety of automation tasks. The catch: production operations had to be up and...

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    Achieving Quality and Excuses for Failure

    Bill Pollock
    Jan. 1, 2018
    It is worth taking the time and effort to implement a quality management system in your organization and certifying to existing standards.
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    IIoT

    Analytics Options for Automation Improving With PaaS

    Mike Triassi
    Oct. 2, 2017
    From suppliers of infrastructure as a service (IaaS) has sprung platform as a service (PaaS). Just as companies have analytics capabilities in PaaS, there are opportunities around...
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    Software

    ISO and CSIA Certification Emphasize a Robust Quality System

    Wendy Smith
    July 10, 2017
    Already following CSIA Best Practices helped Optimation make an easy transition to the new ISO 9001:2015 standard.
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    System Upgrades for Distributed Control Systems

    Bill Pollock
    June 26, 2017
    At some point, every DCS will need an upgrade to help leverage improved reliability and productivity. But used and reconditioned parts could help maintain a system in the face...
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    IIoT

    Service as a Product Gains Ground

    Bill Pollock
    March 27, 2017
    As manufacturers look for new ways to satisfy customers and increase revenue, Internet of Things technology is enabling more opportunities for new service business models.
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    Engineering Safe Systems in Hazardous Environments

    Steven E. Beyer
    Jan. 9, 2017
    It’s important to understand what technologies and components you need in place to keep your operations safe.
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    Networks

    Virtualization Best Practices

    Mike Triassi
    Oct. 3, 2016
    Four new PlantPAx projects at Optimation show the need for an even more standardized way to configure virtual deployments.
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    Design for Excellence

    Steve Beyer
    July 11, 2016
    When developing a new product, make sure to include consideration of the manufacturing process and not just the product’s intent.
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    Control

    Safety Standards Article Sparks Question

    David Greenfield
    July 11, 2013
    Discussion of global safety standards always generates a great deal of interest. To date, no such international standards are enforced globally … but one set of guidelines is ...