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The People Behind Industrial Automation

Industrial automation is powered by the creativity, skill, and teamwork of experts who are transforming manufacturing. From design to testing,…

Two technicians inspect robotic machinery in a clean, modern lab setting.

How to Commission a Custom Automated Machine

Commissioning isn’t just the final step in automation—it’s the bridge between design and reliable production. Learn how early collaboration, a…

Automated assembly line featuring a yellow robotic arm placing components on a conveyor belt. Various machines line up, including equipment for feeding and processing parts.

SDC’s Guide to Choosing a Parts Feeding System

Have you ever wondered how automated machines are supplied with parts in the right place at the right time? Part…

Automated sortation system at the end of a production line.

Top 5 Signs It’s Time to Update Your Production Line

Production lines are the heart of manufacturing operations, but like all critical systems, they can become outdated. Whether due to…

3D printer in motion making a white plastic part.

From Sketch to Structure: 3D Printing in Machine Development

Custom machine building comes with unique challenges—tight timelines, complex requirements, and the constant need to balance innovation with reliability. Every…

A line-up of FANUC robots on an automated packaging machine

An SDC Supplier Spotlight: FANUC

SDC’s relationship with FANUC began with a single piece of equipment—That initial success quickly proved the value of FANUC’s technology,…

Engineer working on a machine with the SDC flag in the background.

How a Safety Committee Improves Custom Automated Machine Design

In the world of custom automation, every project is unique—and so are the safety challenges that come with it. At…

Black and white plant drawing of SDC.

Inside SDC: How Our New Facility is Powering the Future of Custom Automation

We built our new facility that was designed from the ground up to support this mission. With expanded space, advanced…

Epson robot arm assembling parts in a manufacturing setting. Automated process.

Essential Information for Quoting a Custom Machine Project

Industrial manufacturers across various sectors are increasingly adopting automation to enhance efficiency and meet growing consumer demands. With automation technology…

A complex, overhead shot shows a highly automated industrial assembly line. Robots manipulate parts around a central circular platform, utilizing blue lights for enhanced visibility.

How Automation is Transforming Modern Industries

Through streamlining operations, improving efficiency, and minimizing human error, automated systems are enabling businesses to unlock higher levels of performance…

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