Transform Production with FPE Automation & Controls
Within your food processing plant, every second counts. Systems that demand constant operator intervention or lack integration waste valuable time and create opportunities for error. Automation is the key to faster throughput, improved consistency, and safer operations, without adding complexity for your team.
FPEC delivers control systems and interfaces that integrate seamlessly with your entire line, helping you streamline processes from intake to packaging. Our engineers design solutions tailored to your specific workflow to support your operational goals.
Automation, Controls, & Expertise to Eliminate Uncertainty and Take Control of Production
When your meat processing or pet food processing equipment relies solely on manual processes or outdated controls, every shift feels like a balancing act. The risk of missed targets, inconsistent quality, and sudden downtime never goes away, and every delay costs your business more than lost time.
You shouldn’t have to run a plant that depends on workarounds. Your team deserves technology that does its job without creating new problems.
At FPEC, we’ve seen how our industry-leading automation systems transform production environments. Our customers experience fewer variables, faster decision-making, and greater confidence in every run.
Our role is simple. We take the complexity out of implementing automation so you can focus on running your facility and hitting your goals. That starts with listening to your challenges and designing control and vision systems that solve them—not just for today, but for the future of your operation.
When your line runs the way it should, you’re free to move from reactive fixes to proactive growth. That’s the power of automation done right by the right provider.
Complete Automation Capabilities
You’re already a trusted processor and premier supplier of food products, now get automated equipment to match your reputation and work ethic. FPEC provides end-to-end automation solutions for every layer of your system. From design to implementation, we engineer technology that enhances efficiency and simplifies operation.
Our automation and controls offerings can dramatically affect your operations, taking you from bottlenecks to breakthroughs with a few simple enhancements. Our solutions include:
Control System Design
Our control system design solutions provide the foundation for reliable automation across your plant. The following elements work together to create a robust control environment that supports uptime and scalability.
- System Architecture and Network Communications Design
- Control Panel Fabrication and Design
- Schematic Creation
- UL Listed Control Panel Construction
- Updated Controls for Existing Systems
Machine Interfaces & SCADA
Operator-friendly interfaces and real-time data visibility are essential for efficient automation. With these tools, your team gains better oversight and control without unnecessary complexity.
- HMI Design
- FactoryTalk ViewMe
- FactoryTalk ViewSe
- Ignition (Inductive Automation) Platform – Gold Certified
- WonderWare
- Historian & SCADA report Development
- Custom Electrical Panels Design
PLC Programming & Integration
FPEC delivers programming expertise for the most trusted industrial platforms. Our programming services keep your automation agile and adaptable as production demands evolve.
We work with:
- Allen-Bradley: ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC, and PLC 5
- Schneider Electric: Modicon Quantum, M340, M580, and Momentum Platforms
- Siemens S7
Our offerings for PLCs include systems simulation and testing, and virtual and real-world training from our highly-trained experts.
IT & Databases
Data integration and secure system infrastructure power the intelligence behind your automation. These capabilities strengthen both your control system and your data strategy for long-term success. We are involved in integration and support for the following:
- Microsoft
- SQL Server
- SQL Server Reporting Services
- Access
- PostgreSQL
- Microsoft Windows Server and Workstation Platforms
- VMware
- Linux Systems
On-Site Expertise When You Need It Most
Even the most advanced automation systems require skilled staff and support to keep performance consistent and downtime minimal. FPEC provides field services designed to resolve issues quickly, extend system life, and give your employees confidence in daily operations.
Our on-site services include:
- Service Calls: Rapid response from experienced technicians to address urgent equipment concerns and restore productivity.
- Controls Programming Troubleshooting: Identification and correction of software or programming issues that disrupt automated processes.
- Controls Wiring Troubleshooting: Diagnostic checks and repairs for wiring problems that can impact communication between system components.
- Custom Code Creation: Development of specialized code tailored to new processes, equipment changes, or unique production requirements.
These services are delivered by experts who know your systems inside and out. When you partner with FPEC, you have direct access to support that keeps your automation running smoothly and your production goals on track.
Engineering Excellence Since 1959
For more than 66 years, FPEC has been at the forefront of engineering comprehensive equipment and automation systems for food processors across the country.
Unlike providers who offer generic controls or piecemeal upgrades, we deliver automation that is built for the realities of high-volume production. It’s reliable, intuitive, and engineered to your exact process.
As a family-owned company, we’ve grown alongside the industry, solving the complex challenges that impact plant performance every day. That means when you choose FPEC, you’re working with engineers who understand your constraints, anticipate compliance requirements, and know how to design systems that minimize downtime while maximizing throughput.
Every control interface, safety measure, and data connection is developed to simplify workflows, improve consistency, and keep your team in control. With FPEC, you gain a trusted partner committed to making your production line stronger, smarter, and future-ready.
Success in Every Story
Hear about how FPEC equipment has helped our customers across the country.
Have a Conversation With Our Automation Team
Your operation is only as successful as your equipment. Automation is a way to fill gaps and push your production to the next level. FPEC delivers fully integrated control systems that eliminate inefficiencies and ensure uninterrupted production without compromise.
Give our experts a call to discuss your goals, and we’ll design a solution that works for your plant today and scales for tomorrow.