In case you missed it, we recently attended the HVACR show at McCormick place in Chicago to support our manufacturers and discover industry trends. While visiting Altech’s booth, we lucked out! They were scheduled to visit our office after the show, and we convinced them to include some product updates with our sales team during their visit.  These meetings are invaluable – the more we know, the better we can serve our customers! Who is Altech? Located in Flemington, New Jersey, Altech is a master distributor of components and devices used in industrial control. They offer a comprehen ..read more

Attention Hitachi WJ200 Series users! Hitachi has announced the phase out of WJ200 series. But don’t worry, they’ve already introduced the WJ-C1 as its replacement.  We’ve taken a closer look at the update, and here’s what you need to know. What’s the same? We get it: seeing “discontinued” on equipment you rely on can be unsettling and confusing. Deciding on alternatives or replacements is a daunting task, often leaving you with more questions than answers. The good news is, the Hitachi WJ-C1 series is designed for an easy transition! It’s identical mounting footprint to the WJ200 mak ..read more

As each year closes, new year’s beginnings are always important for many companies. We’re no exception! MWA wrapped up 2023 with an ambitious set of goals for 2024! We have been keeping you informed on our major 2024 goal on LinkedIn: our exciting new website launch. We also gave you a sneak peek at our new logo! 80’s-90’s Established in 1984, Hans Wolf started a rep company called Marshall Wolf Associates which evolved into Marshall Wolf Automation, Inc. I would say that our logo fit right in with the times! 2009 As we jumped into the e-commerce world in 2004, by 2009 we decided to u ..read more

Once again, we’re on the move! We saw a ton of opportunity at the food and beverage show ProcessExpo back in November. This time we headed out to AHR Expo to see where we can help on the HVACR industry. Here’s how it went! Application What better place to start than big? The show itself was overwhelming, with two full rooms filled with over 1800 booths! We hit the jackpot when we stumbled upon a manufacturer who specializes in pumps, tanks and systems for industrial applications. Their display stopped me dead in my tracks when I saw the massive WEG motor they’d installed on a centrifugal p ..read more

Women in Automation January ’24 Spotlight Meet Tina Hueppe of Marshall Wolf Automation   Tina started working in automation many years ago for Marshall Wolf Automation, the family business, having held many positions within the organization prior to her taking on the role of CEO in 2018. While working her way up through the various positions and responsibilities, Tina’s father, the company’s acting CEO and President for 40 years, was her mentor, always making sure Tina knew she had a seat at the table. Tina says her father was the most influential person in her career. The above quote i ..read more

Smart sensors are revolutionizing the automation and data acquisition world! Plug-and-play IO-Link sensors have transformed manufacturing efficiency and safety, unlocking new possibilities of industrial sensing. Remote monitoring and control with IO-Link sensors not only optimizes production processes, but also empowers you to stay ahead of the curve. Using a PLC or network are traditional tools to get real-time data from the sensors, Carlo Gavazzi SCTL55 IO-Link Smart Configurator has changed the way you unlock the full potential of your IO-Link technology. Limit use of PC or Network With ..read more

Tina Hueppe, President and CEO of Marshall Wolf Automation, was recently elected and voted onto the 2023-2024 Board of Directors of the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD).  We are excited to announce that Tina Hueppe has been selected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD).   AHTD is a North American association dedicated to the success of both automation service providers and manufacturers in the high technology space. AHTD members read as the who’s who of companies that are important to the industry.  ..read more

Recently, WEG came to our the office to provide us with training on the CFW500 VFD. We love a good training session because it helps us better serve our customers when we’re well-versed in the products we sell. We wanted to take this opportunity to share some of our new knowledge with you!     What We Learned WEG CFW500 high-performance variable speed drive is available in .33HP – 75HP and 200-600V so they can be used in a wide range of applications.  Integrated STO ‘ safety torque off’ improves performance and makes them easy to use.  The drive comes standard with IP20 ..read more

As you pull into the parking lot at almost any store, you’re likely to see the rows of charging stations for electric vehicles. The transition to green energy is more apparent than ever. Manufacturers are coming up with innovative ways to integrate their products into new and existing technologies.   Let’s explore how Pfannenberg DTS cooling units can be incorporated in to green energy applications.  BESS BESS ‘ battery storage unit’, is a system that stores electrical energy in the form of chemical energy. When renewable sources like wind and solar are intermittent, stored batte ..read more

The aroma of delicious treats filled our home bakeries this week. Like every year, cookies are part of our holiday line up. This year, we decided to stir things up with a festive cookie exchange. A carefully crafted list ensured no two batches were alike. So prepare your sweet tooth, and let’s delve into our delectable cookie creations! Marc Ashley B – Sugar Cookies Caryl – Oreo truffle Balls Cindi – Peppermint Mocha Heather Ilanka – Peanut Butter Blossoms Linda – My Candy Cane Cookies Lisa – Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Stephanie – Lemon Rosemary Shortbread Tim S. Th ..read more