Automation projects are complex. Working with the right automation partner shouldn’t be.
For consultants involved in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing and fulfilment projects, selecting the right automation partner can have a significant impact on project success.
Consultants need to understand their customer’s operation, identify opportunities for automation, develop the right solution and help deliver a project that works in the real world.
That’s where CSL Automation can help.
With extensive experience working alongside consultants, end users and project stakeholders, CSL understands the challenges consultants face when developing automation solutions for their customers.
Our approach is simple: provide practical, impartial automation expertise that helps consultants deliver the right solution for their customer.
Understanding the consultant’s challenge
Consultants are often required to look at the bigger picture.
They need to understand the customer’s current operation, identify future requirements, consider available space, establish operational targets and develop a solution that delivers a genuine return on investment.
At the same time, they may need to assess multiple technologies and suppliers without being tied to a particular manufacturer.
This is where an experienced, equipment-agnostic systems integrator can add real value.
At CSL Automation, we’re not tied to a single automation manufacturer or technology platform.
Instead, we look at the requirements of the operation first and identify the most appropriate equipment and technology to deliver the desired outcome.
This means consultants can work with CSL knowing that recommendations are based on the best solution for the application, rather than a requirement to promote a particular manufacturer’s equipment.
Equipment agnostic by design
There is rarely one piece of automation equipment that is right for every application.
Depending on the project, the solution could involve conveyor systems, sortation, pallet handling, automated storage, vertical handling, AMRs or a combination of technologies.
Our equipment-agnostic approach allows us to build a solution around the customer’s specific requirements.
We consider factors such as:
- Throughput requirements
- Product characteristics
- Available space and building constraints
- Future growth
- Existing equipment
- WMS, WCS and control system integration
- Budget and return on investment
- Long-term maintenance requirements
The result is a solution designed around the operation – not around a particular piece of equipment.
From concept to installation & beyond
One of the biggest challenges for consultants is ensuring that the concept developed at the design stage translates successfully into a working system.
CSL can support projects throughout the entire process, from initial discussions and concept development through to detailed design, equipment selection, installation, commissioning and handover.
Our team can help:
Define the requirement – Understanding what the customer is trying to achieve and where automation can provide the greatest benefit.
Develop the concept – Creating practical automation concepts based on operational requirements, available space and future plans.
Select the right technology – Using our equipment-agnostic approach to identify the most appropriate technologies.
Deliver the solution – Taking the concept through detailed engineering, installation and commissioning.
Support the operation – Providing ongoing maintenance, spare parts and system improvements once the automation is operational.
Making the process easier for customer
Ultimately, the consultant’s priority is their customer.
They need confidence that the recommended solution will work, that the project can be delivered effectively and that appropriate support will be available once the system is operational.
CSL understands this.
Our role isn’t simply to supply and install automation. We aim to become an extension of the project team, providing the practical knowledge needed to help make the project successful.
We can work directly with your team, alongside your customer or as part of a wider project team, whichever approach works best.
Supporting automation beyond installation
Through ConveyorCare, CSL provides ongoing support for conveyor and automation systems, helping customers protect their investment and maintain operational performance.
This can include:
- Planned preventative maintenance
- Breakdown response
- Predictive maintenance
- Spare parts support
- System inspections
- Equipment refurbishment
- System improvements
- Service contracts and SLAs
- Remote technical support
Our service isn’t limited to systems originally installed by CSL. We can support existing automation from a wide range of manufacturers and integrators, providing another option when customers need help maintaining or improving their systems.
Helping consultants deliver with confidence
A successful automation project isn’t simply about choosing the right equipment.
It’s about understanding the operation, developing the right solution, integrating the technology effectively and ensuring the system continues to perform long after installation.
That’s why CSL Automation works closely with consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
Our combination of systems integration experience, marketing leading designs, equipment-agnostic advice and ongoing maintenance capability means we can provide support wherever it is needed.
Whether you’re developing an initial concept, reviewing an existing design, looking for an automation partner or planning a complete warehouse automation project, CSL can provide the practical expertise to help move the project forward.
Let’s work together
If you’re a consultant working on an automation project, we’d be happy to discuss the requirements and explore how CSL Automation could support your team.
From design to installation, commissioning and ongoing maintenance, we make automation easier.
Talk to CSL Automation about your next project.
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Thank you for your interest in CSL Automation. As one of the UK’s leading conveyor and automation integrators, we can help maintain your automation system.
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