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Stay up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and insights from the NorthWind team. Our blog shares industry knowledge, project experience, and practical guidance to help manufacturers improve efficiency, optimize processes, and stay ahead in automation.

Advanced Batching Control System Modernizes Animal Feed Production
By Eduardo Martinez June 16, 2026
An Animal Feed Producer in Costa Rica faced a critical challenge with their outdated standalone batching system in the main production area of their plant. The issues they were experiencing with...
AI for Manufacturers Guide
By NorthWind Technical Services April 21, 2026
The AI Guide for Manufacturers: Improve Uptime, Throughput, and Quality
Quality Assurance Station
By NorthWind Technical Services April 15, 2026
Developed in collaboration with Wenger Manufacturing and Extru-Tech, recognized leaders in extrusion technology, our Quality Assurance Station (QAS) represents a significant leap forward in how...
Ignition 8.3: What We’re Excited About the Most
By NorthWind Technical Services February 11, 2026
With years of experience designing intuitive HMI interfaces that help operators run more efficiently, I’m genuinely excited about the release of Ignition 8.3. Having worked extensively with Ignition...
Fairview Mill’s Journey to Data-Driven Manufacturing
By NorthWind Technical Services January 9, 2026
Fairview Mills partnered with NorthWind to implement a comprehensive Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to address operational challenges at their milling facility...
Control System Upgrade Streamlines Pet Food Production
By NorthWind Technical Services November 4, 2025
A Pet Food Manufacturer, home to two extrusion lines producing cat and dog food, faced significant operational challenges due to aging infrastructure and fragmented control systems. NorthWind was contracted...
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