Atlas OT Blog

What is Safe Torque Off (STO)
Safe Torque Off (STO) is a certified safety function that disables motor torque without cutting all power—protecting personnel during servicing. STO isn’t a brake or E-stop; it’s a smart, standards-based strategy that supports safer, more modern industrial motor control.
Julie
12/11/2025 11:21 AM - Comment(s)
Upgrading Legacy PLC Systems: A Guide to Modernization
Legacy PLCs increase downtime, limit scalability, and pose security risks. Upgrading to modern platforms improves reliability, enables IIoT, and ensures compliance. Atlas OT helps you modernize efficiently—with less risk and more ROI.
Sub Contractors
12/08/2025 09:29 AM - Comment(s)
MLnext: Machine Learning
MLnext brings transparent, real-time machine learning to critical infrastructure—spotting subtle anomalies before failures occur. It integrates easily with existing systems to reduce downtime, boost maintenance efficiency, and deliver measurable ROI.
Julie
11/14/2025 08:19 AM - Comment(s)
Energy Monitoring in Water / Wastewater

Energy monitoring in water and wastewater treatment plants is no longer a luxury—it's an operational necessity.


Rising electricity costs, aging infrastructure, and high-risk downtime are forcing utilities to rethink how they monitor and manage energy consumption. And while many industrial facilities...


Julie
11/12/2025 08:33 AM - Comment(s)
HMI vs. SCADA: Understanding the Differences and Applications
Confused between SCADA and HMI? Learn the core differences, architectures, and industrial use cases. Compare capabilities, protocols, and how each enhances control systems.
Aaron Pfeifer
07/07/2025 09:11 AM - Comment(s)
Why and How to Replace Your Rockwell SLC 500 PLC A Guide to Modernization
Atlas OT specializes in PLC modernizations including SLC 500. The SLC 505 is long obsolete. Learn more about how and why to replace your aging hardware with a modern control system.
Aaron Pfeifer
10/14/2024 04:24 PM - Comment(s)
Phoenix Contact System Integrator Partnership
Atlas OT is a recognized SIP System Integrator Partner with Phoenix Contact supporting turn key industrial power and automation design, fabrication and lifecycle support.
Aaron Pfeifer
08/21/2024 10:30 PM - Comment(s)
Ignition Gold Integrator Certification
Atlas OT is now a Gold Certified Integrator for Ignition 8.1, an Inductive Automation product for SCADA, HMI, and Enterprise Solutions
Aaron Pfeifer
07/25/2024 02:14 PM - Comment(s)