Bespoke Industrial Control Systems
Automation | Process | Motion | Building Management | Safety | Machine
We deliver bespoke control systems tailored to your process requirements. Whether you're looking for a comprehensive, fully integrated turnkey solution or a straightforward relay replacement upgrade, our team ready to take on any project large or small.
Concept & Design
Our Electrical and Mechanical designers work to UKCA standards. We pride ourselves in the detail, ensuring the end product meets our high standards.
Build and Testing
Control cabinets are assembled in house by our electrical department. All control systems are tested thoroughly to ensure the highest levels quality and safety are achieved prior to leaving our factory.
Install & Verify
From start to finish you will have a project engineer assigned as your point of contact. We manage the installation and commissioning to ensure the project is completed to your satisfaction.
Turnkey Solutons
Rise Automation provides comprehensive control system solutions as part of full turnkey projects. Our team handles everything from design and build to software, installation, integration, validation, training, and ongoing aftercare. Our team works closely with you to understand and develop control solutions that meet your process requirements.
We deliver tailored solutions designed with scalability in mind. We provide support and aftercare to keep your systems running optimally for the foreseeable future.
Control Cabinets
We supply control cabinets for small standalone machines, available either as fully installed, commissioned, and validated solutions by our team or as ready to install units for your own technicians. Built with reliable components from well known brands, our control cabinets are engineered for durability and dependable performance.
We provide all supporting technical documentation as well as optional support to facilitate a smooth setup and start up.
Control Boxes
Small control boxes are ideal for standalone conveyors or machines and offer a reliable option for upgrading legacy relay control boxes. We supply these control boxes as fully installed, commissioned, and validated solutions by our team, or as ready to install units for your own technicians.
Designed to integrate seamlessly with your new or existing equipment, our solutions provide the quality and dependability you expect.
Panel Builds
We specialise in the design and manufacture of bespoke electrical control panels, supplying solutions for industrial and commercial applications across a wide range of sectors. Each project begins with a detailed consultation to understand your operational requirements, followed by tailored design and engineering that ensures optimal system performance. Whether it's a standalone motor control panel or a fully integrated PLC-based system, our control panels are built with functionality, efficiency and scalability in mind.
Our panel build process covers every stage from initial concept through to installation and commissioning. This includes CAD-based electrical design, component selection from trusted manufacturers, wiring, thorough factory acceptance testing (FAT), and on-site support where required. All builds are carried out to meet relevant standards such as BS EN 61439, with full documentation provided. We work closely with OEMs, contractors and facilities managers to deliver reliable, future-proof control systems.
Siemens Control Systems
We specialise in delivering control systems built around Siemens architecture, designed to meet the exact demands of your processes. Using well established and reliable technologies, we develop solutions that are durable, efficient, and tailored to your needs.
Allen Bradley Control Systems
We provide control solutions for a wide range of applications, from standalone machines utilising CompactLogix controllers to large scale plants powered by ControlLogix systems. We ensure each solution is optimised for the size and complexity of your application, delivering control and scalability.
Installation & Commissioning
We provide comprehensive support for every system we build, managing the entire process from delivery to on site training and aftercare. Each system is rigorously validated to meet industry standards and your specific requirements. We provide on site training, equipping your team with the knowledge to operate and maintain the system confidently.
Technology we Support
Siemens Control Systems
Trusted across global industries for advanced PLC, HMI, and SCADA solutions, ideal for complex, high performance applications.
Retrofit & System Upgrades
Breathe new life into legacy machinery with modern controls, improving reliability, efficiency and data visibility.
EtherNet/IP
Developed by Rockwell Automation, this protocol enables real time control and device level communication, commonly used in Allen Bradley systems.
Omron Automation
Compact, flexible systems with excellent motion, safety, and vision capabilities, perfect for fast paced production environments.
SCADA & Remote Monitoring
Gain full control and visibility of your system, view diagnostics, trends, and alarms in real time from anywhere.
EtherCAT
An ultra fast, low latency Ethernet protocol ideal for motion control and time critical applications, popular in robotics, CNC systems, and high speed packaging lines.
Allen Bradley (Rockwell)
Heavy duty PLCs and intuitive HMIs, widely used in large scale manufacturing and process automation.
Servo & Motion Control
Achieve precise movement and synchronisation, essential for robotics, pick & place, labelling and packaging tasks.
Modbus (RTU & TCP/IP)
A simple, robust protocol for connecting industrial devices, ideal for SCADA systems, HMIs, and interfacing between third party equipment and control panels.
Mitsubishi Electric Controls
Reliable, cost effective systems with strong motion control, well suited to UK and European production standards.
Profinet
An industrial Ethernet standard developed by Siemens, offering fast, deterministic communication ideal for high speed automation and real time data exchange
CANopen
A reliable fieldbus used in embedded control systems and motion networks, often found in machinery where compact, distributed control is needed.
Custom PLC & HMI Programming
From basic control panels to full production line integration, we build bespoke systems around your process and equipment.
Profibus
A widely used fieldbus protocol for reliable serial communication between devices, ideal for connecting PLCs, sensors, actuators, and drives.
DeviceNet
A low cost network used mainly for sensor and actuator communication in Allen Bradley systems, supports easy integration in standard factory automation tasks.
FAQs
What is a PLC in industrial automation? A PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) is a rugged industrial computer used to control machinery, monitor inputs/outputs, and automate processes reliably in harsh environments.
What is an HMI and why is it important? An HMI (Human-Machine Interface) allows operators to interact with machines through touchscreens or panels, enabling real-time control, monitoring, and fault diagnostics.
What control systems do you supply for automated machinery? We supply custom-built control panels incorporating PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, safety relays, and I/O modules — tailored for your specific automation application.
Do you offer turnkey PLC and HMI solutions? Yes. We design, build, program, and commission complete control systems, including bespoke PLC logic, HMI screens, and on-site integration.
What brands of PLC and HMI systems do you work with? We support major industrial automation brands including Siemens, Allen-Bradley (Rockwell), Mitsubishi, Omron, Schneider Electric, and more.
What is the role of a servo drive in automation? A servo drive controls the position, speed, and torque of servo motors, ensuring precise motion control for tasks like indexing, cutting, or positioning.
How do VFDs work in automation systems? VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) control the speed of AC motors, improving energy efficiency and allowing dynamic adjustment based on load demand.
Can you retrofit existing machinery with new PLCs and HMIs? Absolutely. We specialise in PLC and HMI retrofits, upgrading outdated control systems to improve reliability, functionality, and connectivity.
What industries use PLC/HMI control systems? Industries include food and beverage, packaging, pharmaceuticals, automotive, material handling, water treatment, and general manufacturing.
Can you integrate safety systems into PLC panels? Yes. We implement integrated safety solutions including emergency stops, safety relays, light curtains, and monitored safety zones.
What types of automation tasks can PLCs control? PLCs manage tasks such as machine sequencing, motor control, conveyor automation, batching, filling, temperature regulation, and more.
What communication protocols do your systems support? We configure systems using Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, CANopen, Profibus, and other industrial protocols for seamless equipment integration.
Can you provide remote access to PLC and HMI systems? Yes. We offer remote connectivity options for diagnostics, updates, and monitoring via VPN or cloud-based solutions, enabling off-site support.
Do you offer control systems for multi-axis motion applications? Yes. We supply coordinated motion control solutions using PLCs, servo drives, and motion controllers for multi-axis machines like CNCs, gantries, and robotics.
How do you program your control systems? Our engineers program PLCs and HMIs using manufacturer-specific environments such as TIA Portal (Siemens), Studio 5000 (Rockwell), GX Works (Mitsubishi), and others.
Can your control panels operate in harsh or hygienic environments? Yes. We offer IP-rated, stainless steel, and ATEX-certified panels for environments requiring washdown, dust resistance, or explosion protection.
Do you provide documentation and electrical drawings? Yes. Every control system includes full documentation — wiring schematics, PLC/HMI backups, safety circuit details, and operator manuals.
Do you offer support and maintenance for your control systems? Yes. We offer on-site support, remote assistance, and service-level agreements to keep your automation system running reliably.
Conveyors
Cobot Palletising
Control Refurbishments