Press Release: SL Controls Achieves Premier Ignition Integrator Status
16 May 2024
SL Controls has obtained Premier Integrator status for Ignition, the digital transformation platform for industrial automation.
Ignition by Inductive Automation is the industry-leading platform that digitalises and automates manufacturing and related processes with full SCADA and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) functionality. It facilitates the connection of all devices and platforms in manufacturing facilities and bridges the gap between operational technology (factory floor systems and equipment) and IT, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and similar enterprise-level systems.
Premier Integrator is the highest level of certification awarded by Inductive Automation. NNIT Group company SL Controls achieved the certification following a rigorous assessment process based on successful project delivery, consistent results, and high-level Ignition expertise.
Frank Quinn , Digital Transformation Executive at SL Controls, said: “We have been working with the Ignition platform for several years now integrating it into customer facilities in the life sciences sector. It is a digital transformation platform that stands out from the competition because of its broad range of features, unlimited integration capabilities, minimal learning curve for end users, and straightforward, cost-effective pricing model.
“Ignition is also highly customisable, enabling our engineers and systems architects to develop solutions that not only meet the specific needs of our customers but also deliver fast results and tangible returns on investment.
“Those tangible returns on investment come from productivity, efficiency, and OEE improvements. Specific objectives we help our customers achieve include paper-to-glass transitions, automating processes, and making better use of data, as well as performance improvements specific to the life sciences sector, including batch release by exception.
“We look forward to continuing to build on our relationship with Inductive Automation, and we are grateful for the support we have received from the team.
“We also look forward to helping more of our customers achieve digital transformation success in their manufacturing operations by implementing and integrating the Ignition platform.”
Premier Integrator Status in Numbers
Inductive Automation recognises over 4,000 integrators around the world. Only 2 percent of Ignition integrators have Premier Integrator status. SL Controls is part of that 2 percent club. Some other key Ignition Premier Integrator stats include:
· SL Controls is one of only three Premier Integrators for the Ignition platform in Ireland.
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· SL Controls is the only Ignition Premier Integrator in Ireland with expertise in both the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.
· SL Controls is one of only two Ignition Premier Integrators in Europe and one of only 12 in the world with expertise in both the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.
· SL Controls is a top 100 Ignition integrator across all certification levels.
Chris Fischer , Integrator Program Manager at Inductive Automation, said: “I’m very pleased to welcome SL Controls as a Premier Integrator of Ignition software. SL Controls have distinguished themselves by doing excellent work with leading companies in the life sciences sector, and by expanding the knowledge and expertise of their team. I sincerely look forward to working with SL Controls over the coming years.”
Darragh McMorrow , Commercial Director at SL Controls, said: “I would like to congratulate the SL Controls team who worked hard to achieve our Premier Integrator status for the Ignition platform. We identified Ignition several years ago as being a key part of our growth strategy. It aligns closely with the digital transformation and Industry 4.0 solutions that we have been delivering to life sciences sector companies for the past 20+ years. I know the whole team is looking forward to working even more closely with Inductive Automation over the coming months and years.”
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About SL Controls Ltd
SL Controls, an NNIT Group company delivers digital transformation solutions, primarily to customers in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and technology industries. It specialises in equipment systems integration and helping manufacturing organisations improve processes, OEE, productivity, and compliance.
About Inductive Automation
Inductive Automation is the software development company behind Ignition, the leading industrial automation platform. Ignition creates a foundation for the integration of IT and SCADA technologies, helping companies in manufacturing and other sectors achieve their digital transformation goals.