What types of manufacturing environments do you support?

We support discrete and process manufacturing, multi-line production environments, OEM machinery, and both brownfield and greenfield manufacturing sites.

Can you standardise automation systems across multiple machines or sites?

Yes. We regularly standardise PLC, HMI, and control panel designs across machines and sites to improve reliability and simplify maintenance.

Do you upgrade legacy control systems in manufacturing plants?

Yes. We specialise in upgrading legacy PLCs, SCADA systems, and control panels while maintaining production continuity.

How does SCADA improve manufacturing performance?

SCADA systems provide real-time visibility, alarms, trends, and performance data, helping teams identify issues quickly and improve operational efficiency.

Do you integrate building and utility systems with production automation?

Yes. We integrate utilities and building management systems to provide centralised visibility and support efficient manufacturing operations.

Which automation platforms do you support for manufacturing?

We primarily support Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi platforms, alongside a wide range of legacy systems.

Manufacturing Automation

Reliable Automation Solutions for Modern Manufacturing

Manufacturing environments rely on robust, flexible, and supportable automation systems to maintain productivity, quality, and competitiveness. Ageing control systems, inconsistent standards, and limited visibility can quickly lead to downtime, inefficiency, and increased operational risk.

Stratos Control Systems delivers standards-based manufacturing automation solutions designed to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and support long-term operational performance. We work closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure automation systems are fit for both current production demands and future growth.

Automation Designed for Real-World Manufacturing Operations

Manufacturing automation systems must operate reliably across multiple machines, processes, and production lines, often with varying ages and technologies. Poor integration, obsolete PLCs, or undocumented control panels create ongoing challenges for maintenance and engineering teams.

Stratos Control Systems designs, upgrades, and supports automation systems that are:

Reliable and maintainable
Consistent across machines and sites
Easy to fault find and modify
Scalable for future expansion

Our focus is on practical, long-term automation solutions that support continuous manufacturing operations.

Typical Manufacturing Automation Challenges

We are frequently engaged to address challenges such as:

Downtime caused by failing or obsolete control systems
Inconsistent PLC and HMI standards across machines
Ageing control panels and unsupported hardware
Limited visibility into system performance
Difficult fault finding and maintenance dependency
Integration challenges between machines and processes

By addressing these challenges at the control system level, we help manufacturers improve reliability, efficiency, and control.

Our Manufacturing Automation Services

Control Panel Design & Build

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We design and manufacture industrial control panels for manufacturing environments using AutoCAD and E-Plan, focusing on clarity, safety, and long-term support.

Control panel design and build
Panel refurbishment and upgrades
MCCs and machine control panels
Full documentation and testing

PLC & Machine Control Systems

We deliver structured PLC programming and machine control systems designed for reliable manufacturing operation.

PLC programming and upgrades
Machine control and integration
Legacy PLC replacement
Structured, maintainable software

SCADA, HMI & System Monitoring

We design SCADA and HMI systems that provide visibility across manufacturing processes and production lines.

SCADA system design and integration
Alarm management and diagnostics
Trends, reporting, and performance monitoring
Platforms including Ignition, WinCC, InTouch, FactoryTalk View SE

SCADA & Line Monitoring

We design SCADA systems that provide visibility across packaging lines, helping teams identify bottlenecks and performance issues.

SCADA system integration
Line performance monitoring and OEE insight
Alarm management and event history
Platforms including Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk View SE

Control System Upgrades & Refurbishment

We modernise manufacturing automation systems while minimising risk and downtime.

Obsolete PLC and SCADA replacement
Control panel refurbishment
Automation system modernisation
Phased upgrades and migration strategies

Building Management Systems & Utilities Integration

We integrate building management and utility systems to support manufacturing operations.

Utility and energy monitoring
Integration with production systems
Centralised visibility and control

Automation Platforms We Support

Stratos Control Systems primarily delivers manufacturing automation solutions using trusted industrial platforms:

Siemens
Allen Bradley
Mitsubishi

We also support a wide range of legacy and specialist control systems, particularly as part of upgrade and refurbishment projects.

Industries & Manufacturing Applications

Our manufacturing automation experience supports a wide range of applications, including:

Discrete manufacturing
Process manufacturing
Multi-line production environments
OEM and site-based machinery
Brownfield and greenfield projects

Why Choose Stratos Control Systems for Manufacturing Automation

Experienced industrial automation engineers
Strong focus on reliability, maintainability, and standardisation
Expertise across PLC, HMI, SCADA, and control panels
Proven capability in upgrades and legacy systems
Practical, site-focused engineering approach

We deliver automation systems that work reliably today and remain supportable tomorrow.

The Result

Reduced downtime. Improved efficiency. Greater control.

Manufacturing automation systems designed for long-term operational success.

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Talk to Us About Manufacturing Automation

Whether you are upgrading legacy control systems, improving system visibility, or planning new manufacturing automation projects, Stratos Control Systems can help.

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