Classic Automation LLC

05/14/2026

We're heading to the Curtiss-Wright RAPID Conference
Booth 42 is going to be worth your walk.
Stop by and you'll find:
🔩 Hard-to-find legacy control system parts, in stock
🔧 Repairs with a 2-week turnaround and a 2-year warranty
💻 Live part search and instant quotes
⚡ Panelicity® Series 36: the drop-in migration solution for Moore 352/353, MOD 30ML, and Micro DCI controllers
May 17–20 | Sheraton Sand Key Resort, Clearwater, FL | Booth 42
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05/04/2026

Did you know the Millennium Falcon didnt fly? The computer controlled camera moved with precise repeatable axes and paths around the the model. Sound like anything you know? Multi-axis servo systems, repeatable motion, coordinated control. John Dystka built the first one for Star Wars in 1976. The same frame work and concepts can be found in the use of Allen Bradley Kinetix or Siemens Sinamics drives (depending on your use case of course). May the 4th be with your uptime!
https://youtu.be/v9-hFbJlcnc?si=lXiykkUntuFPpszO

05/04/2026

Happy Star Wars Day! 🚀
Our techs are trained to repair industrial automation equipment. But when the Millennium Falcon rolled in, we weren't about to say no.
Two-year warranty. Fast turnaround. We handle everything from Allen-Bradley drives to... whatever this is.
May the 4th be with you. Tag a coworker who would 100% bring this in as a "rush order."
Get a repair quote: classicautomation.com

04/29/2026

Classic Automation has been supporting ABB Bailey systems since 2003.
Over two decades of stocking parts, repairing units, and keeping Net 90, Infi 90, and Symphony Plus systems running across power generation, chemical, oil and gas, and heavy manufacturing worldwide.
Our president Fritz Ruebeck knows this technology inside and out. He wrote the history of Bailey Controls himself. From E.G. Bailey's first boiler meter in 1916 to ABB's acquisition in 1999. It is all in there.
If you are running an ABB Bailey system, this is worth a read.
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From the Bailey Meter Company in 1916 to ABB Symphony Plus today. Classic Automation has supported ABB Bailey systems since 2003. Parts and repair in stock.

04/23/2026

Not everyone on your team is an automation expert. And they don't need to be.
PanelView and PanelView Plus part numbers can get complicated fast. Long strings of characters, revision codes, display sizes, communication options. It adds up.
That's what we're here for.
Our team helps you decode what you have, find what you need, and get it moving. No judgment. No dead ends.
If you're staring at a part number and not sure where to start, reach out. We'll figure it out together.
🔍 Search your part at classicautomation.com or contact us directly.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day. 🌍
The greenest part is the one that already exists.
Repairing and refurbishing automation components keeps working hardware out of the waste stream. No new raw materials. No months-long wait on a replacement shipment. Just a tested, warranted part back in your hands in 2 weeks.
Repair is good for your line. Turns out it's good for the planet too.
Get a repair quote at classicautomation.com/repair

04/22/2026

One failed part. One phone call. One answer you did not want to hear.
Long lead times and shrinking OEM support are not new problems. But when your line is down, they become your problem fast. Unplanned downtime costs manufacturers an average of $260,000 per hour. That number does not care about your supplier's backorder list.
Classic Automation carries new and refurbished parts across thousands of manufacturers. Legacy, hard to find, discontinued. If it exists, we can source it, and if it is worn out, we can repair it. No dead ends. No 14-week wait. Just your part, ready to ship.
Search your part number at classicautomation.com

04/16/2026

High fives all around. 🙌✋
Our repair techs work on PLCs, drives, servo controllers, and all kinds of control system parts every single day. Today we interrupted their workflow to give them a little appreciation.
Happy National High Five Day from the Classic Automation crew.

04/10/2026

🔍 Struggling to identify your Allen-Bradley SLC 500 part numbers? We’ve got you covered! Our latest blog post breaks down the steps to easily find and verify your parts, ensuring your systems keep running smoothly. 💪

Whether you're dealing with legacy systems or just need a refresher, knowing how to pinpoint those part numbers can save you time and headaches. From understanding the format to using our resources effectively, we’re here to help you navigate the world of industrial automation.

Check out the full guide and empower your maintenance strategy today!
https://www.classicautomation.com/blog/allen-bradley-slc-500-part-numbers-how-to-identify.html

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04/01/2026

Meet the team. 🐾
We've been in industrial automation for 20+ years and honestly? This is the most professional photo we've ever taken.
Every single one of us showed up on time, wore the uniform, and didn't complain about the lighting.
We can't say that about every team photo.
Happy April Fools' Day from your favorite parts people (and their very well-dressed associates). We're still here, we still have your parts, and we're still very much human...mostly.
🔍 Search your part at classicautomation.com