SunSource delivers unmatched technical capabilities and solutions for industrial operations. Comprised of 25+ brands across North America, we provide system-wide solutions for the toughest applications, bringing together the right products, technical knowledge, service and support.

Rittal, LLC and Eplan, LLC are sister companies under the Friedhelm Loh Group, serving as global leaders in industrial automation and digital engineering solutions. Rittal is the world’s leading provider of industrial and IT enclosures, power distribution, climate control, and infrastructure, with U.S.-based manufacturing in Urbana, Ohio.

Rittal, LLC and Eplan, LLC are sister companies under the Friedhelm Loh Group, serving as global leaders in industrial automation and digital engineering solutions. Eplan is a global software innovator specializing in electrical design automation, offering engineering platforms that streamline and digitize planning, production of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic control panels, saving time and materials while enhancing efficiency. This efficient engineering empowers customers to remain competitive domestically and globally.

80/20® is the leader in the modular T-slot aluminum framing industry. Our easy to use and highly creative construction system provides a custom solution to many industrial, office, garage, hobby and home challenges such as machine bases and guards, office partitions, material handling, storage, robotics and state-of-the-art furniture. 80/20 has become The Standard framing solution, with free design assistance, assembly options, kit, tagging and more!

Backed by decades of experience and a global network of experts, Vickers by Danfoss is a world-leading and trusted brand for industrial solutions. We engineer a comprehensive line of products, including advanced hydraulic valves, market-leading piston pumps, and innovative variable speed drive technology, to deliver the performance and precision required for the future of manufacturing.

Electro-Matic Visual is an industry leading provider of LED signage and LED lighting solutions for both indoor and outdoor commercial and industrial solutions. Specialists in providing lean manufacturing and production intelligence for the manufacturing floor with fully integrated industrial andon solutions for any application.

Fortress is a worldwide leader in machine and automation safety specializing in multiple formats (Profi-Safe, Cip-Safe, etc) since 1977. These solutions are used across a wide range of industries, including automotive, food and beverage, power infrastructure, metal production, and others. Our market-leading products help prevent machine operators from accessing hazardous areas within machinery or ensure procedures are enforced.

Bringing together IMI Norgren, IMI Bimba, IMI Bahr, we create solutions for our customers which enable smarter, safer, more productive and sustainable factories, production lines and warehouse operations. Our pneumatic and electric motion systems help machine builders and end users around the world automate and optimize manufacturing and warehousing processes.

Headquartered in Florham Park, NJ, LAPP USA manufactures the highest quality cable, connectors, glands and industrial communication solutions to enable automotive factory automation and future ready industrial production systems and equipment. LAPP products are proven to withstand harsh industrial environment factors including corrosive oil and water, temperature extremes, vibration, and continuous flexing.

At Quabbin Wire & Cable Co., Inc., our focus is on being the industry leader and manufacturer of the best and most reliable cable on the market.  Our advanced design, manufacturing, customer service and ISO 9001 quality system ensure that we provide world-class harsh environment data cable. Our cables not only survive, they thrive in the most challenging environments an Ethernet cable will be exposed to. Our highly engineered, continuous flex cable cores & custom TPE cable jackets have a proven record in factory automation applications, withstanding greater than 10 million rolling bend flexes, 3 million plus torsional flexes & exposure to oils, chemicals & weld spatter.

Schaeffler has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for over 75 years. As the leading Motion Technology Company, and one of the world’s largest bearing suppliers, Schaeffler has established itself within the industrial automation industry as a trusted partner for system components, drive motors and the robotic 7th axis. Schaeffler further strengthened its position in industrial automation with the acquisition of Ewellix in 2023.

Tsubaki KabelSchlepp is a global leader in dynamic cable and hose carrier systems. We offer a full range of steel, plastic, and hybrid cable carriers, custom-engineered solutions, guideway protection systems, and complete turnkey assemblies. Designed for performance and durability, our solutions serve industries such as automation, machine tools, robotics, and material handling worldwide.

Founded in 1989, the Motoman Robotics Division of Yaskawa America, Inc. is a leading robotics company in the Americas. With nearly 600,000 Motoman® robots installed globally, Yaskawa provides automation products and solutions for virtually every industry and robotic application; including arc welding, assembly, coating, dispensing, material handling, material cutting, material removal, packaging, palletizing and spot welding.

We help industrial companies to enhance their efficiency and productivity through innovative turn-key wireless solutions.

The Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) is a non-profit, professional association with a ‎mission to advance the control system integration industry for the benefit of its members and their ‎clients. Through business best practices, training and networking, CSIA strives to improve the business ‎capabilities of its members.‎

Datalogic is a global technology leader in the automatic data capture and process automation markets, specialized in the designing and production of bar code readers, mobile computers, sensors for detection, measurement and safety, vision and laser marking systems. Closeness and timely response to every customer requirements, together with continuous innovation and high quality offering, are the distinctive elements at the base of Datalogic success for over 40 years.

Eastern Michigan University is among the most diverse public universities in Michigan, with a strategic focus on equity and inclusion in its core mission. The Master of Science in Engineering Management (MEM) program is appropriate for a wide range of engineers, scientists, and business and technical individuals who have previously earned a four-year degree in engineering, technology, or the sciences. The MEM program meets the needs of engineers, business and technical professionals.

Emitted Energy provides quality products & services dedicated to solving today’s issues in industrial heating. With our extensive range of products, including high-quality FLIR thermal imaging cameras & infrared heating solutions, we are dedicated to addressing today’s industrial heating challenges. From producing Infrared quartz emitters for multiple applications to thermal imaging cameras for increased production quality & control, we are your trusted Infrared Thermal Technologies partner.

Hilscher is the leading technology and solution provider in industrial communication. With products and solutions from Hilscher, machines worldwide communicate with each other automatically, quickly and securely, so that production and processes run smoothly. From hardware to the cloud, Hilscher makes Industry 4.0 possible. This opens up completely new possibilities in connectivity, giving customers access to a wider market.

At Hirata we are constantly striving to improve our services to our customers. We believe our unique production and manufacturing capabilities offer benefits beyond our customer’s expectations. Our capabilities cover the full spectrum of Production Engineering, from Research & Development, System Design, Hardware & Software Design, Manufacturing, Assembly, System Test Running, to System Installation and Commissioning at the customer’s facility. With this complete ability to integrate a full “turn key” solution, we can guarantee “complete control over quality, costs and delivery”.

IEOM Society International is a premier global platform dedicated to the advancement of industrial engineering and operations management discipline for the betterment of humanity and for academics, researchers, scientists, and practitioners to exchange ideas. It provides insights into the latest technologies, tools, and advancements in the fields. IEOM Society has 290 student chapters across 60 countries with participation from 151 countries. Each year, IEOM hosts six continental conferences.

The Industry 4.0 Accelerator, a partnership between Centrepolis Accelerator and Lean Rocket Lab, connects Michigan manufacturers with innovative, vetted startups from around the globe. By identifying manufacturers’ specific challenges and scouting for proven technologies, the program acts as a strategic matchmaker. It facilitates pilot projects, provides expert guidance, and offers grants to accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge solutions like AI, robotics, and IoT, and enhancing global competitiveness.

Lawrence Technological University is a private university founded in 1932 that offers more than 100 programs through the doctoral level in its Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Business and IT. LTU is ranked among America’s best universities with alumni salaries in the top 12% of the nation. Students benefit from a real-world, hands-on, “theory and practice” education. LTU’s 107- acre campus has more than 60 student organizations and NAIA varsity sports.

MBI Automation is a full-service controls and automation consulting firm dedicated to providing reliable and practical controls solutions. We specialize in projects from conceptual design through build wiring & programming. Beyond providing contract programming for new and existing machines, our capabilities extend from on-site support to full turn key solutions for your controls and robotics systems.

We are a Manufacturer Representative company covering Michigan and Northern Indiana. We represent and help grow a territory for high end automation component manufacturers such as AMCI, Macron, Mayr, and Stober.

Since 1902, MMA has had a proven track record and unwavering commitment to serve Michigan manufacturers through legislative advocacy, workforce development, education, training, networking, costs savings and more. As MMA members, manufacturers can tap into a professional network and resources to help grow their businesses and address challenges, and they can create a sense of unity with other manufacturers.

Motion Controls LLC manufactures premium pneumatic air cylinders in the USA, along with cylinder-integrated rod position sensors and innovative fluid quality sensors. Our solutions deliver reliability, accuracy, and durability for industrial automation, fluid monitoring, and motion control applications. Experience American-made engineering excellence tailored to your performance needs.

Novastar is now offering Metal 3D Printing Service in Stainless Steel. Novastar also provides 17025 Accredited Equipment Calibration Services.

Patti Engineering is a CSIA Certified control systems integrator offering turnkey integration services: From designing and building new automation systems; to upgrading and retrofitting antiquated systems; to the design and implementation of asset tracking, artificial intelligence, and industry 4.0//IIOT. Our services include project management, electrical engineering, simulation, process improvements, software development, installation support, documentation, and training.

Pilz is a global expert in the safety & security of human, machine and the environment. Supported by our corporate headquarters in Ostfildern, Germany, Pilz US has provided customer-oriented automation solutions for more than 30 years. Pilz demonstrates how functional safety, industrial security, & intelligent access control can be seamlessly integrated to support safe, productive, & flexible manufacturing, with a range of solutions designed for your automation needs.

Promess is the leading manufacturer of highly adaptive servo controlled assembly presses, torque test systems and monitoring used by companies around the world to assemble and test the products they produce. Our all-electric product line combines precise linear and/or rotary motion control, real time process feedback and intelligent programmable controllers to let you build extremely productive and almost infinitely flexible assembly and test cells.

Reshape helps manufacturers, distributors, and integrators turn product knowledge into AI agents that sell, support, and guide 24/7. Agents answer technical questions, configure products, generate quotes, and connect with CRMs or e-commerce, reducing response times and freeing teams. Each deployment is tailored to products, logic, and customer experience, with a process that ensures accuracy, reliability, and measurable impact.

Mechatronics gives you the skills to design, build, and troubleshoot smart industrial systems. Our cutting-edge program equips you with an incredible breadth of skills in the high-demand fields of innovative automation and manufacturing, preparing you to step directly into high-paying jobs in a variety of industries. As the first Mechatronics bachelor’s degree in the nation, we truly set you up for success.

Turck is a pioneer in automation technology, providing customers with a comprehensive line of rugged and reliable industrial sensors, connectivity, fieldbus technology and RFID solutions. With more than 5,000 people working in 30 subsidiaries, Turck has built global partnerships with customers based on its engineering expertise, flexibility and willingness to take on engineering challenges that others won’t. When others say no, Turck finds a way.

Engineering Technology at Wayne State University is a hands-on, applied science discipline where students learn to build, test, and implement technologies that power everyday life from smartphones to bridges. Unlike traditional engineering, ET focuses on practical problem-solving in labs and the field. With team-based learning, research, internships, and community engagement, Wayne State prepares graduates with marketable skills to succeed in manufacturing, automation, robotics and beyond.

The Wayne State University English Department features a graduate-level (MA) concentration in professional and technical writing. The program provides theoretical grounding in media technologies, ethics, and writing along with practical experience composing in technical and professional genres for appropriate audiences and purposes. This concentration requires thirty-three credits of coursework and submission of a portfolio of graduate coursework writing.

WAGO Corporation provides North America with innovative Interconnect, Electronic Interface and Automation products and solutions. As a leader in industries such as utilities, buildings and renewable energy, WAGO features state-of-the art manufacturing, warehousing and customer support. They provide extensive engineering resources, a 25,000+ product portfolio, custom manufacturing and a global network of dedicated professionals ensuring the resources and expertise to help you get the job done.

The ThunderChickens are a high school FIRST Robotics team based in Sterling Heights, Michigan. FIRST Robotics is a STEM education program that gives students an opportunity to design, build and program a robot to compete in a sport like game. Supported entirely through corporate donations and led by a group of volunteer technical mentors, the students learn and apply a broad range of skills. The ThunderChickens are a three time world champion team that has been operating for 25 years.

The Robostangs are a high school robotics team dedicated to inspiring innovation and teamwork through STEM. As part of the FIRST Robotics Competition, we design, build, and program industrial-sized robots to take on complex challenges. Our team fosters leadership, creativity, and real-world engineering and business experiences for students of all backgrounds.