Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Control Systems Integration
APQ Engineering was founded in March 2012 in Menahga, Minnesota, as a systems integrator specializing in industrial control and information systems. Our team designs and programs controls for new systems, retrofits existing systems, and provides ongoing automation support. With over 25 years of combined experience, we serve engineers and managers seeking reliable long-term partners for automation challenges. Our mission aligns with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) principles, focusing on availability, performance, and quality improvements. We prioritize strategic workload management to ensure dedicated project staffing until completion.Our control panels use high-quality components selected for reliability rather than lowest cost, and all panels are UL-listed and tested before shipping. We emphasize accurate documentation to minimize downtime and provide clear schematics for maintenance teams. Our follow-up process ensures systems perform as expected post-installation, with adjustments made based on operator feedback. We maintain strict adherence to industry standards while investing in continuing education for technical excellence. Our values of integrity, professionalism, and technical excellence guide every client interaction.
Services
Control Panel Design
PLC Programming
Control Upgrades
MES/Manufacturing Information Systems
HMI & SCADA
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of combined experience in industrial automation.
- Our control panels use UL-listed components selected for reliability.
- We provide accurate documentation to minimize maintenance downtime.
- Our quotes include no unexpected change-order surprises.
- We follow up post-installation to ensure system performance.
Associations and certifications
- Dun & Bradstreet
Services
Control Panel Design
We design industrial control panels using high-quality components for reliability and performance. Our process includes requirement gathering, AutoCAD Electrical drawings, UL-approved fabrication, and comprehensive testing. Panels are built to reduce installation time and improve long-term maintenance efficiency.
PLC Programming
Our PLC programming services cover machine and process control across multiple industries. We use standard-based coding practices for readability and maintainability. We support Rockwell, Beckhoff, Schneider, and other platforms with simulation and testing before deployment.
Control Upgrades
We replace obsolete control systems with modern PLCs to improve functionality and support. Our process includes system surveys, platform selection, and detailed planning to minimize downtime during installation while enhancing data collection capabilities.
MES/Manufacturing Information Systems
We implement MES solutions for real-time data collection, OEE tracking, and production reporting. Our systems integrate with existing controls to provide actionable insights through dashboards, downtime tracking, and recipe management tools.
HMI & SCADA
We develop HMI and SCADA systems ranging from standalone touchscreens to enterprise-wide distributed systems. Our solutions include alarm management, security features, and integration with ERP systems for comprehensive process control.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize in food and beverage, dairy, agriculture, wood products, and automotive industries.
Do you handle both small and large projects?
Yes, we handle everything from small control panel upgrades to complete system overhauls.
Are your control panels UL certified?
Yes, all our control panels are built in UL508A-certified shops and tested before shipping.
Do you offer remote support?
Yes, we use remote access tools for troubleshooting and minor system adjustments.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Minnesota and surrounding regions but work nationwide both remotely and in-person.
How do you handle obsolete control systems?
We replace outdated PLCs with modern systems, converting existing code and improving functionality.
