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Manager Minute – Amanda Turner

Manager Minute – Amanda Turner

Get to know Amanda Turner, Warehouse Manager at Standard Electric’s Sheboygan location. From her love of camping with family to her inspiring career journey, Amanda shares her story, values, and favorite parts of working at Standard Electric Supply Co.

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ABB LineStrong Emergency Stops

ABB LineStrong Emergency Stops

In industrial operations, ensuring the safety of machinery operators and maintenance personnel is not just a priority – it’s a necessity. ABB’s LineStrong 1 and LineStrong 2 Rope Pull Emergency Stop Switches provide essential, life-saving solutions for rapid emergency responses.

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HPS Centurion D dV/dT Filters

HPS Centurion D dV/dT Filters

One of the key challenges faced by industries today is the damage caused by high voltage spikes and reflected wave phenomena in Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) has addressed this critical issue with the innovative Centurion D dV/dT Filters.

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IDEC SX8R Bus Coupler Module

IDEC SX8R Bus Coupler Module

In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation, IDEC’s new SX8R Series Bus Coupler Module stands out as a game-changer for remote I/O solutions. This innovative device offers unparalleled flexibility, performance, and reliability, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of industries and applications.

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Omron E3X-ZV and E3X-MZV Smart Fiber Amplifier Units

Omron E3X-ZV and E3X-MZV Smart Fiber Amplifier Units

In the dynamic landscape of industrial automation, precision and cost-efficiency are paramount. Omron’s latest offering, the E3X-ZV and E3X-MZV Smart Fiber Amplifier Units, delivers on both fronts. These innovative devices provide solidly stable presence and absence detection at an unmatched cost-effective price, revolutionizing the fiber amplifier market.

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Rittal Hygienic Design Enclosures

Rittal Hygienic Design Enclosures

Maintaining a clean and sanitary environment in the food production industry is essential. Rittal Hygienic Design (HD) Enclosures offer unmatched durability and washdown capabilities, perfect for bakery, confectionery, poultry, hog, beef, vertical farming, and more, ensuring full protection for your systems.

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Repair Services

Repair Services

Maintaining and repairing industrial automation equipment is crucial for ensuring operational efficiency and minimizing downtime. At Vision Control & Automation, part of the Standard Electric family of companies, we understand the importance of keeping your machinery and systems running smoothly. That’s why we offer a broad range of automation repair services designed to meet the needs of industrial end-users.

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How VCA Can Benefit a Water/Wastewater Company

How VCA Can Benefit a Water/Wastewater Company

In the complex and demanding field of water and wastewater management, efficient operation and precise control are crucial. Vision Control & Automation (VCA), a premier partner with ABB, stands out as a leading provider of automation solutions that can significantly enhance the performance, reliability, and efficiency of water and wastewater systems.

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Engineer Spotlight – Bill Antrim

Engineer Spotlight – Bill Antrim

Meet… Bill Antrim! Bill is a Business Development Specialist with Vision Control & Automation . He works out of our Chicago Ridge, IL location. Get to know Bill!

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