Great Lakes Automation Supply

09/16/2026

As production demands ramp up heading into the final quarter of the year, a single component failure can cause costly, unpredicted downtime.

At Great Lakes Automation Supply, we do more than just supply industrial component. We help you build, upgrade, and maintain resilient automation systems that keep your facility running seamlessly.

Connect with our local GLAS team or explore our automation solutions:: https://okt.to/nzCl9r

09/15/2026

Capturing field variables is only half the job—converting, scaling, and passing that data back to your central controllers completes the loop.

Red Lion PAX® Panel Meters act as high-precision signal hubs. With field-installable option cards, engineers can easily adapt to new signal inputs or industrial communication protocols without replacing the meter.

Dive into the technical specs, wiring schematics, and model comparison guide to see how PAX meters streamline your next control integration project:
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09/09/2026

Choosing enclosure components from multiple vendors can create compatibility issues, engineering delays, and unnecessary costs.

This in-depth guide from Rittal breaks down the key factors you need to know before making a purchase decision: Industrial Enclosure Solutions: A Complete Buying Guide for Panel Builders, Machine Builders & System Integrators

Discover how to choose the right industrial enclosure solution! Learn about enclosure types, NEMA/IP ratings, busbar power distribution, climate control, digital engineering tools, and lifecycle support to reduce downtime, improve scalability, and lower total cost of ownership.

09/02/2026

Make sure you don't miss this hands-on SCCR training. Learn proven approaches to panel design and compliance from an Eaton Application Engineer and gain practical tools to help reduce rework, risk, and cost on future projects.

Solve SCCR challenges with confidence. Register today at https://okt.to/HJgzT3

08/25/2026

Build safer, code-compliant machines without the guesswork. This Eaton-led SCCR training covers the latest code updates, practical design approaches, and tools that help you get it right the first time. If you're responsible for panel design, integration, or specification, this is training you can put to work immediately.

Solve SCCR challenges with confidence. Save your seat at https://okt.to/X5zhT0

08/20/2026

Congratulations to Automation Specialist Chris C. on earning his TÜV Functional Safety Application certification! Chris can help you select protective devices, work through ISO 13849 requirements, and answer IEC 62061 safety design questions, so you can move forward with greater confidence.

We keep learning so we can help you design, build, and maintain safer machines with the right support from start to finish.

08/19/2026

The Inspector83x camera from SICK Sensor Intelligence helps simplify the process of solving complex machine vision applications.

For example, some product inspections can be challenging due to natural variations in appearance - like produce, or natural wood grains.

The Inspector 83x combines AI-powered machine vision with NOVA software to facilitate easy setup, improve quality control, and help solve challenging inspection applications with confidence.

Learn more: https://okt.to/h19bFo

08/13/2026

SCCR isn't just about compliance—it's about building safer machines and avoiding problems before they happen. In this Eaton Application Engineer–led training, you'll learn practical methods, real-world applications, and tools that simplify SCCR planning and panel design.

Learn proven methods for reducing rework, risk, and added cost. Save your seat at https://okt.to/80QpAd

08/12/2026

Don’t let traditional parallel wiring limit what comes next.

With decentralized control and built-in diagnostics, ASi provides a practical path to a more robust, scalable conveyor line. Step inside a package sortation center to see how our partner LAPP helped simplify conveyor architecture to meet today’s demands and support tomorrow’s growth.

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07/29/2026

The deTec safety light curtain from SICK Sensor Intelligence makes it easy to protect hazardous points and access areas while keeping productivity high. With IO-Link and NFC for fast diagnostics, scalable safety functions, and a consistent, low-cost installation design, deTec is a powerful upgrade for any automation line. Smart, simple, and built for modern machine safety.