Industrial Controls Automation & PLC Support

Improve manufacturing performance with industrial controls automation and PLC support from GLOBAL Automation Technologies. From controls engineering and robotic integration to line upgrades, machine vision, and production launch support, GLOBAL connects automation systems with the engineering expertise needed to keep demanding manufacturing environments moving. Its end-to-end approach helps manufacturers improve quality, throughput, safety, and operational flexibility.

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Our Industrial Controls Automation Services

Integrated controls, robotics, vision, consulting, and modernization services for demanding manufacturing operations.

Controls Integration

GLOBAL integrates controls engineering, PLC systems, robotics, machine vision, SCADA, and IoT connectivity into coordinated automation solutions designed around production requirements. Programming spans Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff and other PLC platforms.

Robot Integration

As a Level 5 FANUC Authorized System Integrator, GLOBAL delivers robotic systems from concept and simulation through programming, installation, commissioning, training, and ongoing support.

Line Upgrades

Modernize existing production lines through controls upgrades, robot retrofits, equipment integration, model year changeovers, capacity expansions, and conversions from manual to automated operations.

Vision Systems

Integrate machine vision for part identification, inspection, position verification, bead validation, random bin picking, and real-time tracking across automated manufacturing processes.

Machine Tending

Automate CNC loading, press tending, injection molding, and multi-machine cells with custom grippers, fixtures, robot programming, controls integration, and optional vision guidance.

Automation Consulting

Evaluate workflows, cycle times, facility constraints, equipment, conceptual designs, and expected returns before committing to a full automation or controls integration project.

Integrated Automation Expertise

Controls Expertise Built Around Production

Industrial controls automation works best when programming, robotics, equipment, safety, inspection, and production goals are considered together. GLOBAL combines controls engineering with turnkey robotic integration, machine vision, SCADA and IoT connectivity, simulation, installation, commissioning, training, and ongoing support. This integrated approach helps manufacturers modernize operations, improve process consistency, and connect the system with the engineers needed to run it.

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The GLOBAL Difference

Why Choose GLOBAL Automation Technologies?

One partner connects the automation system with the engineering expertise required to operate and support it.

End-to-End

One team supports concept, simulation, design, programming, validation, installation, commissioning, training, and ongoing support.

Dual Capability

GLOBAL provides automation solutions, services and technical staffing, helping manufacturers access systems and qualified engineering talent.

FANUC Expertise

GLOBAL is a Level 5 FANUC Authorized System Integrator with experience delivering integrated robotic manufacturing systems.

Global Experience

Projects across 22 countries and experience across five continents inform practical solutions for demanding manufacturing environments.

Meet The GLOBAL Team

Engineers, programmers, technicians, and project leaders solving manufacturing problems through automation.

GLOBAL Automation Technologies was founded in 2009 with a mission to solve manufacturing problems through automation. The company combines automation solutions, services and technical staffing, giving manufacturers a single source for both automation systems and the engineers who run them. GLOBAL has grown into a global automation company with offices in four countries, project experience across 22 countries, and more than 110 team members. Over the last five years, GLOBAL has delivered 745+ automation projects across 140+ manufacturing facilities. Its work spans automotive, electric vehicle, heavy equipment, aerospace, defense, appliance, consumer products, and general industrial manufacturing. By combining engineering expertise, AI-assisted simulation, predictive maintenance tools, and people-first leadership, GLOBAL continues to develop practical automation solutions for complex production environments.

FoundedOperating since 2009
Team110+ automation professionals
Robots Installed700+ FANUC robots installed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is industrial control and automation?

Industrial control and automation uses programmable controls, robotics, sensors, machine vision, software, and related equipment to monitor and manage manufacturing processes. These systems can coordinate machines, move parts, inspect products, control material delivery, and collect production data. The objective is to improve consistency, productivity, quality, safety, and operational flexibility while reducing the amount of repetitive manual work.

What is an industrial automation control system?

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Have an automation project in mind?

You don't need a defined project to start a conversation. Tell us about your products, your processes, and your automation goals, and learn how GLOBAL approaches automation.

Certifications & Recognition

Certifications & Recognition

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FANUC Level 5 Authorized System Integrator

GLOBAL holds Level 5 standing in FANUC's Authorized System Integrator program.

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Rockwell Automation Recognized System Integrator

GLOBAL is a Recognized System Integrator in Rockwell Automation's partner network.

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WBENC-Certified Women-Owned Business

Certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council, helping OEM and Tier 1 buyers meet supplier-diversity goals.

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Founded by Former FANUC Engineers

GLOBAL was founded by former FANUC engineers, and the team still brings deep FANUC application expertise.

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39 JPH at 97% Uptime

Robotic seam sealer and sound-deadener cells with 3D vision body location, PLC/HMI recipe control and MES integration, running 39 jobs per hour at 97% uptime.

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25 Controls & PLC Integration Projects

25 controls and PLC integration projects delivered since 2021.

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638 Service Engagements

638 engineering and site service engagements since 2021, with services value holding steady for six consecutive years.

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Next-Day On-Site Support

Rapid response, with next-day on-site support often available.

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Nights, Weekends & Shutdowns

After-hours support for nights, weekends and planned shutdowns.

Start Your Industrial Automation Conversation

Share your manufacturing goals and connect with GLOBAL Automation Technologies about controls, PLC, robotics, or line modernization support.

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