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Power, Performance, and Flexibility: SIMATIC Rack PCs for Industrial Automation
Need industrial-grade computing that won’t flinch on a production line? SIMATIC Rack PCs bring server-class performance, workstation-level graphics, and client-class value—engineered for 24/7 reliability, rapid integration, and long-term availability. From AI/vision to HMI/SCADA, they deliver the horsepower, uptime, and scalability manufacturers and machine builders demand.
Ezekiel (Zeke) French
Sep 264 min read


SIMATIC Industrial PCs: The Reliable Core of Modern Automation
Power your digital transformation with Siemens SIMATIC Industrial PCs from elliTek. Built for 24/7 uptime and long-term availability, these Box, Panel, and Rack IPCs integrate seamlessly with TIA Portal, WinCC Unified, PROFINET, and OPC UA. Ideal for manufacturing, process, infrastructure, machine building, and logistics—delivering ROI for plant managers, specs engineers trust, flexibility for integrators, and global support OEMs demand. Run HMI/SCADA, MES, edge, and AI visio
Alan Penticuff
Sep 194 min read


Modernize Your HMI with SIMATIC WinCC Unified Comfort Panels
Discover how SIMATIC WinCC Unified Comfort Panels can transform your industrial automation strategy. From high-resolution HMI visualization and future-proof SCADA integration to seamless migration from classic WinCC panels, this guide explains why manufacturers are modernizing now. Learn from real-world examples, explore Siemens’ migration tools, and see how elliTek’s local experts can help you upgrade with confidence.
Chris Klein
Aug 282 min read


Why Siemens SIMATIC HMI Unified Panels Are Changing the Game in Discrete Manufacturing
Your HMI should do more than display data — it should drive productivity. See how Siemens SIMATIC HMI Unified Panels deliver speed, security, and Industry 4.0 power for machine builders, integrators, and plant managers.
Ezekiel (Zeke) French
Aug 153 min read


Brilliantly Simple, Incredibly Powerful: Clarity and Control with SIMATIC HMI Unified Panels
Discover how Siemens SIMATIC HMI Unified Panels are transforming the way machine builders, system integrators, and plant operators interact with their equipment. With sleek multi-touch displays, edge-enabled architecture, and built-in diagnostics, these powerful HMIs deliver the clarity and control today’s industrial environments demand. Learn how elliTek can help you future-proof your operations.
Alan Penticuff
Aug 82 min read


Optimize Smarter. Maintain Faster. Analyze Easier. Your Free Launch into Industrial Edge Starts Now
Boost productivity, cut downtime, and gain real-time insights—no programming required. Discover how Siemens Industrial Edge apps like Performance Insight, Machine Insight, and Flow Creator empower manufacturers to optimize operations fast. Start with a free 1-year trial, and partner with elliTek to tailor the solution to your plant’s needs.
Chris Klein
Aug 12 min read


Bridging the Data Layer with Industrial Data Bridge
Bridging the data layer isn’t just a technical upgrade — it’s a strategic move. With SIMATIC WinCC / Industrial Data Bridge, OEMs, system integrators, and end users can achieve seamless, secure communication between the plant floor and the IT world. Say goodbye to siloed data and hello to real-time visibility, smarter decisions, and scalable automation — configured, not coded.
Ezekiel (Zeke) French
Jul 253 min read


Harness the Power of Production Data with SIMATIC Information Server
Get the visibility your operation deserves. SIMATIC Information Server turns your plant’s historical data into real-time insights with web-based dashboards and automated reports - no coding required. See how elliTek and Siemens make production transparency easy.
Alan Penticuff
Jul 172 min read


Unlock the Power of Visualization with SIMATIC WinCC Unified
Unlock the power of Siemens WinCC Unified — next-gen HMI software built for the future. Scalable, browser-based, and fully integrated into TIA Portal, WinCC Unified transforms how manufacturers visualize and control operations. As your local Siemens distributor, elliTek is here to help you select the right hardware and provide expert product support. Don’t miss the free Unified Academy training and upcoming live demo event in Bristol, TN!
Chris Klein
Jul 92 min read


Smarter Machine Safety Starts Here: Siemens Leads in Safety Solutions
Discover how Siemens’ scalable machine safety solutions — featuring SIMATIC F-Controllers, SINAMICS Drives, SIRIUS relays, and ET 200 failsafe I/O — help manufacturers protect people, machines, and processes. With integrated PROFIsafe communication and support for multiple safety modes, Siemens enables smarter, more flexible safety strategies that align with evolving machinery regulations and modern factory demands.
Ezekiel (Zeke) French
Jun 262 min read


Tackle Safety Head-On with Siemens Smart Safety Solutions for Machine Safety
Struggling with machine safety complexity? You're not alone. Fortunately, there’s a smarter, faster way to implement safety without sacrificing performance — or your budget. Discover how elliTek and Siemens are helping manufacturers across East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia simplify compliance and protect their teams with seamless, scalable safety solutions.
Alan Penticuff
Jun 182 min read


🔧 Futureproof Your Industrial Operations with SIMATIC WinCC Unified by Siemens
Industrial operations demand more intelligence, flexibility, and security. Staying ahead means rethinking your approach to visualization. Whether you're designing automation as a system integrator, delivering smart equipment as an OEM, or managing performance as a plant engineer - SIMATIC WinCC Unified is your entry to the next generation of HMI/SCADA. Learn what WinCC Unified is, why engineers and integrators love it, what's new, tools to ease your transition, & what elliTek
Ezekiel (Zeke) French
Apr 282 min read


Unlock Your Manufacturing Potential with Siemens Automation Solutions
In the fast-evolving world of mechanical engineering, staying ahead of the curve means embracing cutting-edge technology.
Alan Penticuff
Mar 243 min read
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