2026 demands sharper automation priorities. With rising cyber risks, tight staffing, and aging systems, the decisions you make now will shape your plant’s reliability next year. Here’s how to focus on what matters most—and build a plan your team can actually deliver.
TL;DR A five-minute PLC health check can catch early warning signs before they cause downtime. Reviewing diagnostics, tag quality, alarms, time sync, and backups helps you stay ahead of issues… Read More »The Best Five Minutes You Can Spend: PLC Health Check
Early planning is key to 2026 outage success. This guide outlines how to define your automation scope, validate I/O, secure parts, test early, and set freeze points to keep shutdowns efficient and on schedule.
This year reminded us that progress isn’t just about technology — it’s about people. From new partnerships to growing team strength, Pigler Automation reflects on a year fueled by gratitude, collaboration, and purpose.
Every plant has its ghosts—old code, missing backups, forgotten accounts, and long-retired operators whose work still lingers. This lighthearted look at control system upgrade best practices shows how a little cleanup can keep your control room ghost-free.
TwinCAT 3 introduces new rules for libraries, code, and runtime behavior that can trip up even experienced users. Discover five common pitfalls in TwinCAT 2 → 3 migrations and how to avoid them.
Ignition is evolving fast — and 2026 is the time to plan ahead. This roadmap walks you through assessing your system, setting aligned goals, and upgrading with confidence, so your SCADA stays secure, reliable, and ready for what’s next.
As veteran operators retire, the skills gap is widening. This playbook shows managers how to train and empower new operators with mentorship, practice, documentation, and culture — building confidence that keeps plants reliable and resilient.
SCADA integration projects often stall — but they don’t have to. Learn how to scope smarter, audit early, align stakeholders, and use our checklist to keep your next project on track.
Spare parts management failures cost far more than the price of a replacement component. Downtime, inflated costs, and customer impact add up fast. This post breaks down how to build a structured spare parts strategy — and avoid the hidden risks that catch too many plants off guard.
