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Controls System Development & Test

Controls System Development & Test

With device simulation at the heart of our programming techniques, our focus is on unit and integrated testing through all the development and deployment stages of our industrial controls software.

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Overview

Simulation at the heart of our code

Every function is tested against simulated devices before it ever reaches your plant. The result is structured, maintainable software and dramatically smoother commissioning.

  • Unit and integrated testing at every stage
  • Virtual commissioning before site
  • Maintainable, standardised code
What's included

Capabilities

Complex Solution Design

Designing and implementing complex controls solutions.

PLC & HMI Development

Clean, structured PLC code and intuitive operator HMIs.

Equipment Interfaces

Reliable interfaces between machines, robots and systems.

MES & Scheduling

Implementing MES and scheduling on the shop floor.

WMS Integration

Warehouse management systems connected to the shop floor.

Data Acquisition & Reporting

Capture and report shop-floor performance.

Virtual Commissioning

Test the full system against a simulated plant.

Site Commissioning

Experienced engineers on site to bring systems live.

Service & After-Sales

Ongoing support once your system is running.

Our approach

How we deliver

01

Specify

Functional design & test plan

02

Develop

PLC, HMI & interface code

03

Simulate

Unit & integrated testing

04

Commission

Virtual then site commissioning

05

Support

Service & after-sales

FAQ

Common questions

Which PLC and HMI platforms do you work with?
Our engineers have delivered projects on the major industrial platforms used across automotive, material handling and logistics. Contact us with your platform and we'll confirm.
What is virtual commissioning?
Testing your control software against a simulated model of the plant, so faults are found and fixed in the office rather than on site.
Do you provide support after go-live?
Yes — we provide service and after-sales support to keep your system performing.
Let's talk

Ready to future-proof your controls systems?

From specification and architecture to virtual commissioning and site support — speak to an engineer today.

enquiries@acl-gb.com