The Key Benefits of Having an Environmental Chamber at Your Facility
May 17, 2023
When does a single environmental chamber for both hot and cold testing make sense?
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4 Ways to Cut Your Risk of Supply Chain Delays
March 13, 2023
Nobody is glad about all the ways supply chain drama is affecting how we plan and execute construction projects. Smart planning and creative thinking go a long way to minimizing the risk and impact of supply chain disruptions. You have options.
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What Does an “Inside-Out” Approach to R&D Testing Really Mean?
January 12, 2023
If testing is the heart of the R&D process, then the test facility used to develop and validate new products represents the rest of the complex and moving body that the heart powers when producing safe, effective, and innovative products. The overarching goal of R&D testing is collecting vital data for decision-making.
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What Defines a “Well-Planned” Facility?
November 10, 2022
Designing and constructing a facility from start to finish involves many moving parts. Planning with collaborative, precise, and data-driven goals in mind ensures the facility delivers on scope, timeline, and budget.
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Why is Everyone Talking About Modular Test Enclosures?
September 12, 2022
Modular test enclosures are all the rage in electrification testing. Despite their glowing reviews, in some situations, modular enclosures may not be your company’s best bet.
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Is It Time to Beef Up Efficiency with a Controls System Upgrade?
July 14, 2022
Buying industrial equipment isn’t like buying an iPhone. You don’t upgrade just because a new model is available. Most manufacturing systems include expensive, bespoke equipment designed to last for decades. A controls system upgrade can give this equipment a new lease on life for a fraction of the cost of equipment replacement.
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Designing With Safety In Mind
May 6, 2022
Worker safety is a top priority for manufacturers. Protecting workers means proper training, adequate safety gear, and machinery designed to minimize the risk of injury.
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Integration Specialist: Your New Facility’s MVP
March 10, 2022
Systems integration brings together a facility, its equipment, and a control system so they all work together. When it comes to the complex requirements of a modern facility, a systems integrator may be one of the most valuable members of your team.
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Designing Equipment and Facility to Work Together
January 14, 2022
An integrated test stand can be as easy to operate as a building’s air conditioning system as long as the test stand designer understands two things..
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Is Your Test Equipment Due for an Upgrade?
November 12, 2021
“Today, specs can change every six months,” Pape said. “Companies can’t afford to sit on their hands; they have to be proactive. Don’t expect to get full depreciation out of equipment before you spend new capital or you’ll find yourself behind your competition.”
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Three Top Challenges to Building a Test Center
September 9, 2021
Testing facilities can be complex or simple, but regardless of their size, ACS designers see common challenges cropping up again and again. Read on for ways to meet the top three challenges head-on.
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Bring Your Innovative Designs To Life
July 8, 2021
Besides functionality, what needs to be considered when designing custom equipment?
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There’s No Better Time Than Now To Upgrade
May 21, 2021
Our teams have the experience and expertise to help you define your needs, engineer and design process and test systems, and deliver a test stand, material handling system, a modular enclosure solution or a complete turnkey test cell – all to meet your requirements. We’ve designed and built systems for engines, turbochargers, pumps, valves, gearboxes, actuators, fuel injectors, hydraulic components, transmissions, spray nozzles, and many more.
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ACS Automation and Controls
March 23, 2021
Limited by outdated control systems?
Improving an existing R&D or manufacturing process?
Preparing for a new product or process?
Learn how our Custom Equipment and Controls Process provides value from concept development to final site installation.
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A Proven Process
February 1, 2021
Updating your equipment or facilities? Or both?
Automating systems and processes for improved efficiency?
New production or processes to meet market or regulatory requirements?
We have expertise and experience in each of the disciplines required to turnkey deliver your project.
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