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The staff at MFP Automation Engineering goes to great lengths to ensure we remain at the forefront of the fluid power and motion control industries.
In this endeavor, we strive to keep our customers engaged and knowledgeable about our progress. Part of this is accomplished through our seasonal training classes while other pertinent information is relayed via this news page.
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Products & Technology
Automatic Lubrication Systems FAQ
Our industrial automation company answers common questions about automatic lubrication systems for commercial machines. Read more here!
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Products & Technology
How Proper Lubrication Extends Equipment Life
Learn why proper lubrication is essential for extending equipment life. Contact our industrial automation supplier for tailored solutions.
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Projects & Capabilities
Why OEMs Partner with Automation Engineering Firms
Discover why OEMs partner with our US automation engineering firm. Explore the benefits of working with MFP Automation Engineering.
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Products & Technology
Your Machinery Needs an Automatic Lubrication System, Here's Why
An automatic lubrication system can increase production efficiency, help avoid costly emergency repairs, and ultimately save you money.
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Projects & Capabilities
Welding Cobot Simplifies Production and Increases Capacity for Michigan Manufacturer
We helped our customer integrate a welding cobot. They now have a simpler process and capacity to scale up production. Here's how we did it.
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Products & Technology
Looking for a Versatile PLC? Unitronics is Your Solution
Selecting the right programable logic controller (PLC) can mean the difference between a successful automation project and one full of headaches.
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Products & Technology
Increase Efficiency With AUBO’s All-In-One Cobot Palletizer
AUBO’s Palletizing Station is the ultimate solution that combines efficient deployment, power, and versatility into an all-in-one cobot palletizer.
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Products & Technology
Hydraulic Fluid Cleanliness Is The Key To Longer Service Life
Testing for contaminants is one of the most important things you can do to keep your hydraulic systems running efficiently.
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Products & Technology
Transair® Compressed Air Piping Saves Time and Money for Installers and End-Users
The lightweight piping, quick-connect fittings, and accessories save time and money during installation and bring reliably clean air to building users.
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Projects & Capabilities
Get Accurate Order Dates and Minimize Supply Chain Woes with MFP
MFP Automation Engineering has developed our own advanced software to make sure we give you the right date and deliver on that date.
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Projects & Capabilities
Why You Should Work With A Local Automation Engineering Company
As a locally owned and operated automation engineering company, MFP is uniquely suited to serve West Michigan.
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Training & Events
Hydraulic Training Classes Give Your Employees The Advantage
MPF teaches hydraulic classes so employees can troubleshoot basic issues when something goes wrong and stay safe when working around hydraulic machinery.
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Projects & Capabilities
Increasing Efficiency in the Extruded Aluminum Industry
Learn how we helped a customer reduce scrap rates by pioneering an innovative solution using an electric GVM.
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Products & Technology
Yes, You Should Consider a Custom Hydraulic Manifold. Here’s Why
Custom hydraulic manifolds aren’t as complicated as they sound and may actually save you time and money.
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Projects & Capabilities
A Turnkey Solution for Milwaukee’s Michigan Street Lift Bridge
MFP was a key subcontractor for Milwaukee’s Michigan Street hydraulic lift bridge project.
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Inside MFP
Company Morale Engagement
It’s no secret that happy employees produce better bottom lines for companies.
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Supply Chain Q A With Jarl
We had the opportunity to sit down with our Supply Chain Manager, Jarl and find out what drew him to his career at MFP.
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Inside MFP
Being Thankful
It’s the month of November, often a time we think of Thanksgiving. A time we look forward to being with friends and family!
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Training & Events
Manufacturing Day At MFP
This year, MFP Automation Engineering will once again be participating in Manufacturing Day in West Michigan.
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Training & Events
MFP Open House 2019
Last month, MFP was able to host an Open House broadcasting who we are, what we do and the products we sell.
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Training & Events
Going Pro At MFP
Training in the workplace is not only a great opportunity for the employees, but it is also vital.
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Training & Events
MICareerQuest 2019
At MFP Automation Engineering, we take pride in having a plethora of unique careers that make up our organization.
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Inside MFP
MFP Reach
Like most companies, MFP Automation Engineering strives to stick by its mission, vision and values.
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Inside MFP
Face To Face With Our Very Own Karla Wiersma
At MFP, we strive for employee recognition and a family culture. I had the privilege of chatting with an employee that has been here for over 19 years.
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Peer Recognition
Anytime someone has thanked you, praised you, complimented you or given a gracious comment towards you, it is likely that you will remember those comments.
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Teamwork Really Does Make The Dream Work
You have heard the phrase a million times in your life, but there is a reason everybody says it.
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Counteracting The Negative Effects Of Work Desk-Life What MFP Does To Help
86% of those who work in America must sit behind a desk all day. Sitting all day long can have negative effects on your health.
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Training & Events
Hydraulic Training!
It is that time of year where MFP has the opportunity to have one of our own specialized engineers instruct a hydraulics class!
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Projects & Capabilities
What Is MFP Up To?
Our capabilities allow us to tackle some pretty spectacular projects for our customers. Recently, they have taken us to a Limestone quarry!
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Training & Events
Students Take Advantage Of Manufacturing Day 2017
Any opportunity that MFP has to share with the community or students what exactly it is that we do, our doors are eagerly opened.
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Training & Events
Advanced Manufacturing Expo 2017
A couple of weeks ago we had the opportunity to be an exhibitor in the Advanced Manufacturing Expo.
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Training & Events
In-House Hydraulic Training
MFP Automation Engineering is fortunate to have such a talented team of engineers who are always willing to go above and beyond the call of duty.
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Inside MFP
Our Eco-Friendly Impact
This year, MFP has taken the initiative to go green and be more environmentally friendly. The results from this last quarter have been astonishing.
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Inside MFP
A Presidential Interview
If you didn’t already know, MFP is a family-owned business and has been since its creation. We had the pleasure to interview our owner.
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Inside MFP
An Intern Interview: Shootin' The Breeze With Bri
We love having interns around MFP. It’s a breath of fresh air to see newer and fresh perspectives, and we love helping them prepare for graduation.
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Projects & Capabilities
MFP Capabilities
If you haven’t noticed, in the last few years we have rebranded ourselves from Michigan Fluid Power to MFP Automation Engineering.
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Projects & Capabilities
Why Engineering Matters
Albert Einstein once said “Scientists investigate that which already is; Engineers create that which has never been.”
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Inside MFP
Welcome To The New Website Of MFP Automation Engineering
As our regular visitors have surely noticed, MFP Automation Engineering’s website has undergone quite a transformation.
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