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Classic Automation heads to Automate June 2026 - What you will see there

7 min read Jun 11, 2026, 6:50:00 AM

Classic Automation is thrilled to announce its participation in Automate 2026, the biggest robotics and automation event in North America. Join us at Booth 3680 from June 22-25, 2026, at McC...

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Classic Automation heads to Automate June 2026 - What you will see there

Photo collage titled "Classic Automations History" featuring warehouse inventory, technician repair work, PLC control panels, and facility locations

By Krista Schiesser

6 min read

June 8, 2023

The History of Classic Automation

In 2003, Fritz Ruebeck saw an industry pushing unnecessary upgrades and built a better alternative from his home in Webster, NY. Twenty years later, Classic Automation serves customers in ov...

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June 11, 2026

Classic Automation heads to Automate June 2026 - What you will see there

Classic Automation is thrilled to announce its participation in Automate 2026, the biggest robotics and automation event in North America. Join us at Booth 3680 from June 22-25, 2026, at McC...

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6 min read

June 11, 2026

Classic Automation heads to Automate June 2026 - What you will see there

Classic Automation is thrilled to announce its participation in Automate 2026, the biggest robotics and automation event in North America. Join us at Booth 3680 from June 22-25, 2026, at McC...

We’re Going to Curtiss Wright RAPID! Here’s What You’ll Find at Booth 42

By Krista Schiesser

8 min read

May 15, 2026

We’re Going to Curtiss Wright RAPID! Here’s What You’ll Find at Booth 42

Power generation facilities run on control systems that were built to last — but not necessarily to be supported forever. At RAPID 2026, Classic Automation is at Booth 42 with legacy parts, ...

By Fritz Ruebeck

8 min read

April 27, 2026

Heritage of Bailey Controls

From the Bailey Boiler Meter in 1916 to ABB Symphony Plus today, the Bailey Controls legacy spans over a century of industrial automation. Classic Automation has supported ABB Bailey systems...

Allenbadley SLC500 In-house test system at Classic Automation

By Tina Mckean

19 min read

March 23, 2026

How to Find and Read Allen Bradley SLC 500 Part Number

Not sure what parts make up your Allen-Bradley SLC 500 system? This guide breaks down the 6 major components, explains how to read part numbers, and helps you identify exactly what you need ...

On Thin Ice With Your Current Downtime Strategy?

By Krista Schiesser

5 min read

January 23, 2026

On Thin Ice With Your Current Downtime Strategy?

**On Thin Ice With Your Current Downtime Strategy?** As winter approaches, many industries face the harsh reality of extreme cold impacting their operations. When production freezes, it ofte...

Industrial automation parts organized in labeled bins on warehouse shelving at Classic Automation in Webster New York

By Krista Schiesser

3 min read

January 21, 2026

Classic Automation Expands Its Online Catalog With Nearly 80,000 New Parts in 2025

Classic Automation has made an impressive move by expanding its online catalog with nearly 80,000 new parts in 2025. This significant increase in inventory is part of the company's commitmen...

Technician measuring electrical current inside an industrial control panel with a clamp meter.

By Krista Schiesser

5 min read

January 19, 2026

When Automation Freezes: What Cold Weather Reveals About Control Systems

When Automation Freezes: What Cold Weather Reveals About Control Systems As winter sets in and temperatures plummet, the impact on automation systems becomes evident. While extreme cold typi...

Classic Automation Monthly Newsletter - Allen Bradley Panel View Parts & Repairs

By Tina Mckean

3 min read

December 16, 2025

Classic Automation Monthly Newsletter - Allen Bradley Panel View Parts & Repairs

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Two industrial technicians examining an automation control panel in a manufacturing facility, with text reading "Avoid Delays During Year-End Downtime" — Classic Automation blog

By Tina Mckean

4 min read

November 17, 2025

Classic Automation Monthly Newsletter - Avoid Delays During Year-End Downtime

To ensure smooth operations during year-end shutdowns, it's crucial to source industrial automation spare parts and schedule reliable repairs in advance. By maintaining a well-tested invento...

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