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About SEYMOUR Advanced Technologies: Your Partner in Precision Automation Excellence
At SEYMOUR Advanced Technologies (SAT), our vision is to equip our colleagues – our clients – with "competition-diminishing" toolboxes through custom automation solutions. Our expertise in advanced technologies like 3D vision and robotics is significantly enhanced by our vertically integrated shop, a cornerstone of our ability to deliver rapid and high-quality automation systems. This in-house capability, encompassing both additive and subtractive manufacturing, allows us to accelerate the entire development lifecycle, particularly the crucial phase of getting parts into testing faster than conventional methods.
Our unwavering commitment to exceptional project management, supported by a dedicated team of professionals, is the bedrock upon which successful, high-precision automation systems are built. We don't just design and build; we meticulously manage every phase of your project, ensuring a seamless journey from initial concept to a fully operational and validated solution.
Our approach to project management is not merely a step in our process; it is the central guiding principle that ensures your unique requirements are not only met but exceeded. We understand that successful automation hinges on clear communication, meticulous planning, proactive risk management, and unwavering attention to detail throughout the entire project lifecycle, all facilitated by our expert team and bolstered by the agility of our in-house manufacturing.
Proudly Serving the Southeast
704 - 709 - 9070
3593 Denver Drive #964
Denver, NC 28037
Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm
Sat - Sun: Closed
Our Comprehensive Project Management Philosophy: From Conception to Completion, Enhanced by Vertical Integration
At SAT, we have developed a robust and transparent project management framework that encompasses the following critical stages, each supported by a team of skilled professionals:
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Deep Understanding and Requirements Definition – Laying the Foundation for Success
◦ This critical initial phase is led by our experienced personnel, including senior project managers and solutions consultants. They dedicate significant time to active listening and collaborative discussions with your stakeholders to capture even the most nuanced requirements.
◦ Our project managers conduct the comprehensive needs analysis, working closely with applications engineers to delve into your underlying processes, existing infrastructure, and future scalability goals. This may involve on-site assessments led by project engineers and participation from your operational teams.
◦ The detailed requirements specification document, the output of this phase, is a collaborative effort involving project managers, engineering leads, and your designated team members. This document ensures that all expectations are documented and validated before proceeding.
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Solution Design and Conceptualization – Engineering Excellence in Action
◦ Leveraging the detailed requirements, our multidisciplinary engineering team, including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and controls engineers, develops innovative and efficient automation solutions tailored precisely to your needs. This phase incorporates advanced computer modeling and simulation conducted by our design engineers and validated by senior engineering staff to optimize system performance.
◦ Our design engineers provide comprehensive 3D models and virtual walkthroughs. Project managers actively solicit your feedback at multiple design milestones, fostering a collaborative engineering environment.
◦ Project engineers and risk assessment specialists conduct thorough feasibility studies and risk assessments, proactively identifying and mitigating potential issues.
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Rapid Development and Prototyping – Tangible Progress, Early Validation
◦ SAT's commitment to rapid development cycles is significantly enhanced by our vertically integrated shop. Our skilled technicians and prototype engineers leverage both additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques to produce functional prototypes with exceptional speed. This in-house control over manufacturing allows us to bypass external lead times, getting critical components fabricated quickly.
◦ Our prototype engineers work closely with the design team, and the agile nature of our shop enables rapid iteration and design refinements based on initial builds. Project managers facilitate the feedback process, ensuring the end solution truly meets your needs, with parts available for testing faster than any other method.
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System Build and Integration – Precision Manufacturing and Seamless Implementation
◦ Our vertically integrated capabilities are executed by our manufacturing team, which includes fabrication specialists, assembly technicians, and integration engineers. Project managers oversee all aspects of the build and ensure adherence to the project schedule and budget.
◦ Quality control engineers implement rigorous quality control procedures. Integration engineers carefully plan and execute the integration phase in collaboration with your IT and operations teams under the direction of the project manager.
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Rigorous Testing and Validation – Ensuring Performance and Reliability
◦ Before deployment, your custom automation system undergoes comprehensive testing and validation conducted by our testing engineers and validation specialists. The rapid availability of manufactured parts from our in-house shop directly supports an accelerated testing schedule.
◦ Testing engineers conduct advanced simulations and rigorous trials. Project managers ensure detailed test plans and reports are provided.
◦ For clients in regulated industries, our validation engineers work to support your validation efforts by providing comprehensive documentation and working collaboratively to meet regulatory requirements.
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Seamless Deployment and Go-Live – Minimizing Downtime, Maximizing Impact
◦ Our deployment team, consisting of field service engineers and installation technicians, ensures a smooth and efficient transition. Project managers coordinate closely with your personnel on-site.
◦ Training specialists provide comprehensive training to your team.
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System Acceptance and Ongoing Support – Our Commitment to Your Long-Term Success
◦ Formal system acceptance testing involves the project team and your stakeholders.
◦ Our service and support team, including technical support engineers and field service technicians, offers ongoing support and maintenance services. Project managers ensure a smooth handover to the support team.
Why Choose SAT for Your Automation Projects?
Our experienced personnel, spanning project management, engineering, manufacturing, and support, coupled with our structured and detailed project management approach and the significant advantage of our vertically integrated shop with additive and subtractive manufacturing, ensures that your custom automation project is delivered on time, within budget, and to your exact specifications. The ability to rapidly produce parts in-house means faster prototyping, quicker iterations, and, ultimately, a more efficient path to a fully tested and operational automation solution for your business. We believe that proactive communication, meticulous planning, and a relentless focus on client satisfaction, driven by our dedicated team and our advanced manufacturing capabilities, are the cornerstones of successful automation deployments.
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Meet the Founder
Rob Seymour
Rob Seymour's engineering career, marked by a progression from hands-on technical roles to engineering management and operations leadership, laid the foundation for founding SEYMOUR Advanced Technologies. His experience encompasses the full spectrum of project development, from conceptual brainstorming and prototype builds to instrumented testing, data validation, and design analysis.
Rob holds a Master’s in Advanced Technology and a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering Technology, supplemented with certifications and continuous education in engineering, quality, methodologies, project management, and leadership.
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