Our Process
Every custom automation project starts with a manufacturing problem that needs the right solution. SET Automation works with engineers, operations leaders, and manufacturing teams through a repeatable process that helps define the challenge, explore options, design the system, build it, test it, deploy it, and support long-term performance.
Our process is designed to help manufacturers move from an initial idea or production challenge to a working automation system with greater clarity and confidence.
Define
We listen to your specific needs and manufacturing challenges in order to understand and articulate your project goals. Then, we consider together how achieving these goals through the new system may impact other upstream and downstream processes.
Result: Align project goals with production needs.
Explore
Next, we present the various solutions that would help you meet project goals, keeping in mind your specific product output, mechanical requirements, quality control requirements, and budget.
Result: Compare solution paths against output, quality, and budget.
Design
Armed with a robust plan, our mechanical and controls engineers use advanced software to design your custom automation system.
Result: Engineer a system around the workflow.
Build
Fabricators and craftsmen work alongside engineers in our design lab to create and construct your manufacturing system for maximum reliability.
Result: Create a reliable system in-house.
Test
Following assembly, the system enters a rigorous testing phase to validate performance. You are invited to our design lab at this stage to conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Result: Validate performance before installation.
Deploy
Once your system has passed its final round of testing, our mechanical and controls engineers will deliver and assemble it on-site. Beyond installation, our team will also train your operators and complete final testing to ensure satisfaction.
Result: Install and train with the production environment in mind.
Support
We are committed to fostering relationships. Once your system is up and running, we will continue to offer support. Whatever adjustment you need, we are here to keep your automation system running successfully.
Result: Keep the system running and improving over time.