Podium Automation designs and manufactures UL 508A-listed custom control panels using proprietary software that generates electrical schematics and bills of materials in under 48 hours. By automating the fabrication process, the company delivers high-quality panels in days instead of months, addressing the lengthy lead times that hinder industrial automation projects.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Industrial automation projects are often delayed by lengthy lead times for custom control panels, which can take months to design and fabricate using traditional methods. This slow turnaround hinders project timelines and increases costs for manufacturers and system integrators.
Solution
Podium Automation accelerates the production of UL 508A-listed custom control panels by automating the design and fabrication processes. Their proprietary software generates detailed electrical schematics and bills of materials in under 48 hours, significantly reducing engineering time. By streamlining manufacturing with state-of-the-art automation, Podium delivers high-quality panels in days instead of months, enabling faster deployment of industrial automation solutions. The company's approach ensures precise panel builds that meet specific client requirements while minimizing delays and costs.
Target Audience
Podium Automation primarily serves manufacturers, system integrators, and other industrial clients who require custom control panels for automation projects.
Features
- Proprietary software for automated generation of 2D and 3D electrical schematics and bills of materials
- UL 508A-listed custom industrial control panel fabrication
- Custom design and engineering services to meet specific client requirements
- Component selection and sourcing, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, relays, switches, and other power and control devices
- Enclosure modification, including cutouts and knockouts
- Wiring and assembly with proper labeling of all wires, terminals, and components
- Functional and compliance testing to ensure panels meet design specifications and industry standards
- Device configuration, assigning IP addresses and configuring drive parameters at the factory