Solutions

Whether you are upgrading existing controls, adding new equipment, or building a whole new manufacturing facility, controls and automation should be at the forefront of your planning process. It is the heart and soul of your manufacturing system.  As a system integrator, NorthWind has the experience and knowledge necessary to help your manufacturing equipment run as efficiently as possible in order to produce high quality product and increase profitability.

We bring years of industry and process experience to every venture. Having worked in a multitude of different industries, we have seen, worked on and interfaced with a variety of different processes and machines, many of which are very specific to those industries. This experience, innovation and the NorthWind approach to control system integration can be put to work for you so your system, whether large or small, works the way you need and expect it to.

Helping Manufacturers Meet and Exceed Production Goals 

An AI tool designed specifically for manufacturing processes is here. PlantIQ is an AI tool that helps manufacturers reach and exceed their production goals. This scalable solution can be implemented on a single process area or encompass the entire business, connecting the plant floor to the rest of the business operations. 

MES Solution

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Solution

Manufacturing execution systems identify inefficiencies and optimize production. This powerful system can be everything from Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) for one area of a plant to a fully integrated solution with a paperless plant floor and everything in between. Implementing these features takes deep process and control system knowledge and because every plant has different  rocesses, machinery, KPIs, and process targets the best solution is going to be a tailored fit. At NorthWind we utilize production and process data for plant optimization with a manufacturing execution system developed for you, with you.

Data Integration

Too often, manufacturers are operating with an ERP that doesn't talk to the shop floor, SCADA systems siloed from business operations, and custom workflows held together by manual processes and multiple spreadsheets.

We change that.

As your system integration partner, we streamline your data flow and provide a single, coherent view of your operations from the plant floor to the business operations.

Custom AI Solutions

The Problems Worth Solving



Our AI team dives headfirst into solving manufacturing pain points. The ones that don’t fit off-the-shelf software. Those are the ones we get excited about. Our team works with you to find a solution that works for you.

SCADA & PLC Programming

NorthWind’s control system programming team utilizes standard techniques and tools to provide streamlined, repeatable, well-documented programs.

You can expect reduced development time and a system that is easy to use, troubleshoot, and maintain. To ease troubleshooting, reference points are built into the HMI, PLC, and electrical drawings, allowing personnel to quickly find the information they need.

NorthWind is a Rockwell Automation Solution Partner. We also have extensive experience with Ignition, Siemens, and other PLC and HMI platforms. As a certified member of the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA), you can have confidence that NorthWind’s consistent approach will provide superior results.

Panel Build

We take great pride in knowing that we design and fabricate panels to the highest quality standards. NorthWind utilizes industry recognized control panel design procedures and tools to ensure efficient panel layout, circuit analysis, and code compliance.

Our skilled craftsmen are well-trained, using modular layouts and common components that make it easy for you to maintain our control panels and implement upgrades well into the future. Because you care about safety in your business, safety is also a top priority at NorthWind. Every aspect of the control panel design and fabrication process, from component selection to sizing and installation, is done with safety in mind. We fabricate industrial control panels in our on-site U.L. Listed facility.

Electrical Design

At NorthWind, great design is the foundation of every successful project. Our experienced Design Team develops comprehensive control system solutions engineered with efficiency, maintainability, and safety at the forefront. Every panel is designed to meet NEC standards, with UL508A, UL698A, and CE certification available upon request.

Electrical Installation

The NorthWind electrical installation team provides quality electrical installations for customers throughout the United States. Our team is dedicated to delivering efficient, safe installations, starting with the estimating and pre-construction planning phase all the way to the final installation.

Startup & Commissioning

NorthWind's Startup and Commissioning team brings the expertise, structure, and hands-on experience to ensure your control system performs as designed. Our proven process covers everything from safety circuit testing and I/O checkout to full sequence validation, operator training, and a comprehensive documentation package. We don't leave until your system is running, your team is confident, and you're ready for production.