Generating clean energy from organic waste
As energy costs continue to rise, a leading cereal manufacturer uses anaerobic digestion to generate energy from organic waste. This allows them to reduce energy costs while also reducing environmental impact. Background Waste management is a complex issue that can have significant effects on the environment and requires careful consideration. Smart new technologies and […]
How a change in LinkedIn status helped drive 3 years of growth
Three years ago, Managing Director, John Watts was scrolling through LinkedIn and came across an old contact who had recently change his status to Retired but ‘Open to work’. The timing couldn’t have been better. Auto Control Systems were continuing to grow at a fast pace plus John knew there were even greater opportunities in […]
Automation in the Drilling Industry
We recently enjoyed the opportunity to talk with Jamie Wade from Australasian Drilling Magazine on the role automation is playing in the drilling industry. Both our Managing Director John Watts and Sales and Marketing Manager Rob Nunn, spoke of safety being the primary driver around the growing adoption of automation and auto control systems on […]
3 key changes in the new AS/NZS 61439 electrical standards.
AS/NZS 61439 is a series of standards for low voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies for the Australian and New Zealand market. Our previous article gave a broad overview of the new testing and verification processes that are now required as part of the standard. This article goes into more detail of some of the […]
MAKE IT EFFICIENT: MINIMISE DOWNTIME WHEN IMPLEMENTING AUTOMATION
Many businesses within a broad range of industries are currently considering when they should implement automation within their business. The motivation to reduce costs, increase productivity and maximise profits are increasing across the manufacturing industry, however ensuring the downtime is minimised during this implementation is a major factor which businesses consider when making their choice. […]
MAKE IT SMARTER: MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR STAFF
Technology is all around us, wherever you go and whatever you do, technology is now as much a part of our lives as the weather or getting from A to B. Automation is the beating heart of this phenomenon and is beginning to flex its technological muscle in every industry. In the workplace environment, technology […]
Make it SAFER: Tips For A Safer Workplace
Working in a high-pressure environment with heavy machinery requires the full concentration of all staff members to ensure workplace accidents can be avoided. More and more businesses are opting for automated solutions to not only bring greater productivity to the team, but to create a safer, more compliant and injury free work environment. At Auto […]
5 Reasons Why Your Business Needs Automation
There are many misconceptions when it comes to automation. Many businesses believe that automation is expensive and create personnel issues. The truth, however, is that automation actually save money and can greatly benefit your employees. Here’s how. Reducing Costs As a business, you constantly look to increase your profits, and there are two ways to […]
Containerised Centerline 2500
As a certified Rockwell power system integrator, Auto Control Systems have been proud to deliver the first partner sourced Centerline 2500 MCC in the world. The seven column (tier) 400A MCC features the full Rockwell Connected Components range including E300 Electronic Overloads, Powerflex 525 and Powerflex 753 drives all on an Ethernet backbone. The MCC […]
Australasia’s First Rockwell Certified Power System Integrator
Rockwell Automation have appointed ACS as the first Power System Integrator for the South Pacific region.
