Spring Automation Launches the Pioneer Program

Press Release

October 7, 2021

THE PIONEER ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Spring Automation is pleased to announce the launch of the Pioneer Program.

Nashville, TN — Thursday, October 7th, 2021 — Spring Automation has developed an Engineering Development Program called The Pioneer. The program is over two years designed to focus on Commissioning and Training. It will consist of extensive travel, and a participant will commission projects across the United States to develop skills to become an Elite Engineering Professional. Throughout the program, individuals will complete associate level training as part of Spring’s Certification program between the various projects.

The Pioneer Program roadmap includes three rotations over two years. The first rotation is working with Cognex, a Spring Automation End-user. As a Cognex Logistics Partner Integrator, program participants will commission scan tunnels. Partnering with Cognex has enabled Spring to expand its capabilities with vision and ID systems. 

The second rotation includes working with an OEM Sortation. Our job at Spring is to receive the components and commission them to full functionality. This includes calibrating a weight scale, vision system, and dimensioning sensors which feed data to a server. OEM Sortation has test criteria, which requires us to be exceptionally accurate in our work. Partnering with OEMs to commission their sorters and other equipment prepares engineers to test larger control systems functionality. The third rotation is based around Controls. Spring is proud to provide controls solutions across North America. A program participant will have the opportunity to perform on-site commissioning of large conveyor systems through IO checks, networks configuration, functional testing, and troubleshooting PLC & HMI programs.

After the completion of the program, engineers will have an opportunity to transition into a variety of engineering roles, including Controls, Commissioning, Cognex, and Application Engineering. Leaders include Jeff Sherman, a Spring Automation Commissioning Team Lead, and Nash Orten, a Spring Automation Team Lead and Training Coordinator. The Pioneer Program is designed to have the opportunity to have a streamlined hands-on experience and work with exciting end-users in the Parcel, Retail, and other industries.


About Spring Automation:

Spring Automation provides material handling controls, software, and installation services to end-users, integrators, and OEMs across North America. We specialize in bringing our customers high-quality and dependable programming, design, and build solutions for their projects.

At Spring Automation, we are a family by our shared purpose: To Have Fun Building Legacies Together. We are a team that loves each other and what we do. We design and implement high-quality controls solutions. We strive for growth through diversification while maintaining a culture of teamwork and innovation. Whether we are serving our customers, community, or family, we take pride in everything we do. When we win, we win together.


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Brian Carey Joins Spring Automation as Director of Project Execution

Press Release

June 15, 2021

BRIAN CAREY JOINS SPRING AUTOMATION

Spring Automation is pleased to announce the addition of Brian Carey as Director of Project Execution.

Nashville, TN — Tuesday, June 15th, 2021 — Spring Automation is pleased to announce the addition of Brian Carey to the Project Execution department as Director of Project Execution. In his new role, his duties consist of overseeing and directing the execution of multiple projects while guiding and mentoring Project Managers and Electrical Installation Supervisors. The Director of Project Execution is knowledgeable of contracts and understands the company’s strategic goals. Brian will be responsible for setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and creating complex schedules of projects being performed. His role will be a crucial component for Spring’s project management and client interactions.

Brian Carey graduated from Western Kentucky University with a degree in Applied Technology, AS in Automated Industrial Systems. He has held a PMP Certification since 2009. Before joining the automation industry, Brian spent twenty-five years in manufacturing and served in the US Navy. During the last ten years, he was involved in Project Management and discovered that he was his passion. Brian gained experience through a small automation company as a General Manager before moving into the material handling industry at Designed Conveyor Systems (DCS). He had many roles at DCS, including Project Manager, Director of Engineering, Director of Client Support, and Director of Project and Site Management. You can find Brian camping with family in his spare time, playing golf for fun, or working on his family farm. He is most looking forward to working with old friends and being introduced to new ones. A fun fact about Brian is his favorite part of a project is commissioning, and he enjoys Project Management. He is excited to be a part of the growth that is ahead for Spring Automation.


About Spring Automation:

Spring Automation provides material handling controls, software, and installation services to end-users, integrators, and OEMs across North America. We specialize in bringing our customers high-quality and dependable programming, design, and build solutions for their projects.

At Spring Automation, we are a family by our shared purpose: To Have Fun Building Legacies Together. We are a team that loves each other and what we do. We design and implement high-quality controls solutions. We strive for growth through diversification while maintaining a culture of teamwork and innovation. Whether we are serving our customers, community, or family, we take pride in everything we do. When we win, we win together.


If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to Chelsey Arnold at [email protected].

Spring Automation Becomes a Logistics Partner Integrator for Cognex Corporation

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April 9th, 2020

SPRING AUTOMATION BECOMES A LOGISTICS PARTNER INTEGRATOR FOR COGNEX CORPORATION

Spring and Cognex partner together to implement camera solutions for integrators and end-users

Nashville, TN — Thursday, April 9th, 2020 — Spring Automation, a material handling controls integration company, announced their new partnership with Cognex. Spring is officially part of Cognex's network of LPIs (Logistics Partner Integrator). Spring engineers are participating in training and certification programs provided by Cognex and are assisting in the evaluation, integration, and support of Cognex camera systems across the country.

“I am excited to be supporting Cognex Corporation through system implementations and by providing excellent service,” said Ahmad Alsadi, Spring’s LPI Project Manager. “We enjoy working with them as a team.”

This partnership has enabled Spring to expand its capabilities with vision and ID systems. In return, Cognex now has access to Spring's growing number of commissioning resources.


About Cognex Corporation:

Cognex Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, and markets a range of products that incorporate sophisticated machine vision technology that gives them the ability to “see.” Cognex products include barcode readers, machine vision sensors, and machine vision systems that are used in factories, warehouses, and distribution centers around the world to guide, gauge, inspect, identify, and assure the quality of items during the manufacturing and distribution process. Cognex is the world’s leader in the machine vision industry, having shipped more than 1 million vision-based products, representing over $4 billion in cumulative revenue, since the company’s founding in 1981. Headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, USA, Cognex has regional offices and distributors located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. For details visit Cognex online at www.cognex.com.


About Spring Automation:

Spring Automation provides material handling controls, software, and installation services to end-users, integrators, and OEMs across North America. We specialize in bringing our customers high-quality and dependable programming, design, and build solutions for their projects.

At Spring Automation, we are a family by our shared purpose: To Have Fun Building Legacies Together. We are a team that loves each other and what we do. We design and implement high-quality controls solutions. We strive for growth through diversification while maintaining a culture of teamwork and innovation. Whether we are serving our customers, community, or family, we take pride in everything we do.  When we win, we win together.


Company Contact:

Chelsey Arnold
VP, Operations
[email protected]


The ‘Cognex’ logo is the property of Cognex Corporation. Reprinted with permission.
Photographs are the property of Cognex Corporation. Reprinted with permission.

Spring Automation Announces Move Into New Nashville Headquarters

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March 4th, 2020

SPRING AUTOMATION ANNOUNCES MOVE INTO NEW NASHVILLE HEADQUARTERS

Spring relocates to new 11,000+ sqft facility to accommodate headcount increases and a larger controls lab.

Nashville, TN -- Wednesday, March 4th, 2020 -- Spring Automation, a material handling controls integration company, announced their new company headquarters located at 720 Fessey Park Rd, Nashville, TN 37204.  The 11,000+ sqft facility will house Spring’s growing team of engineers, project managers, and installation supervisors. It will also house an expanded controls testing lab and future conveyor test loop for project bench testing and R&D.

"The Spring team is excited about the move into a space that supports Spring’s strategy of performance, culture, and community," said Chelsey Arnold, VP over Operations.  "We will grow into our new space that brings energy to the team by showing a commitment to our growth and success.  In our HQ, we are able to create an environment that fits our culture and business needs.  We are also located in a growing community that we look forward to finding opportunities to support."

Pictures of the new headquarters can be viewed below:

About Spring Automation:

Spring Automation provides material handling controls, software, and installation services to end-users, integrators, and OEMs across North America.  With over 180 years of combined controls experience, we specialize in bringing our customers high-quality and dependable programming, design, and build solutions for their projects.

At Spring Automation, we are a family by our shared purpose: To Have Fun Building Legacies Together.  We are a team that loves each other and what we do.  We design and implement high-quality controls solutions.  We strive for growth through diversification while maintaining a culture of teamwork and innovation.  Whether we are serving our customers, community, or family, we take pride in everything we do.  When we win, we win together. 

 

Company Contact:

Austin Studebaker
VP, Sales + Marketing
[email protected]