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In FMCG production environments, automation downtime risk rarely appears suddenly. It accumulates quietly across engineering, operations, IT and leadership, often hidden behind the reassuring phrase “it’s been fine so far”. This article explores why that happens, and how the most resilient organisations address exposure before it becomes costly.
Precision, safety, and weather all had to line up perfectly on this one. On a cold, wet rooftop in Surrey, ECS delivered a motion-control upgrade for a university research antenna system that needed accurate, repeatable rotation. The… Read More »Antenna Rotation Control System Upgrade for University Research
Project Blog – ECS Projects Team Upgrading ageing control systems is one of the quickest ways for food manufacturers to increase reliability, reduce downtime, and future-proof production capacity. This recent cooker upgrade, delivered for a… Read More »Cooker Control System Upgrade for a Growing Food Manufacturer
When production stops because an old PLC fails, the real problem isn’t the part itself — it’s that it’s no longer made. Obsolescence in automation equipment is one of the biggest hidden risks in manufacturing, driving costly downtime, compliance issues, and safety concerns. In this article, Shaun Chapman explores how proactive lifecycle management — using ECS Vault, Connect, and Projects — helps manufacturers stay ahead of legacy failures and keep operations running smoothly.
In today’s world of smart factories, connected devices, and 24/7 production schedules, the ability to securely access and manage industrial automation systems has become a business-critical issue. From the perspective of both IT managers tasked… Read More »Beyond the Tunnel: Why Connect is More Than a Tosibox Alternative
Introduction: When Every Minute Counts In modern manufacturing, downtime isn’t just inconvenient, it’s a direct hit to your bottom line. The average cost of downtime in UK manufacturing is £5,121 per hour, and unplanned maintenance… Read More »OEM vs Traditional Support Partners vs ECS Connect – What’s Best for Your Business?
Overtime may seem like a quick fix for manufacturing staff shortages, but the hidden costs are draining profits and increasing risk. Discover why flexible, on-demand engineering support from ECS is a smarter, more sustainable solution.
Permanent shift engineers are harder than ever to recruit, driving up costs and downtime. Discover why flexible engineering shift cover is the smarter, faster alternative.
Most control panels are built for speed, not longevity, causing downtime, safety risks, and compliance headaches. Discover how ECS designs automation systems that are built to last.
Most control panels meet the spec—but without harmonisation, you’re building in cost, complexity, and downtime. Discover how ECS standardises design for faster repairs, lower costs, and long-term resilience.
