Company Profile
WEM Automation is a USA-based manufacturer and global provider of automated plant control solutions with a heritage dating back to 1955. The company has evolved from a small venture into a global leader trusted by industries such as feed and grain, fertilizer, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, pet food, and wood pelleting. WEM’s mission emphasizes delivering technologically advanced, adaptable, and cost-effective control systems that integrate seamlessly with business processes, ensuring real-time communication of plant operations to optimize both production and enterprise performance. Headquartered in Wisconsin and privately owned, WEM employs a team dedicated to keeping investments operating at peak performance and capitalizing on decades of expertise to support customers worldwide. The company highlights a legacy of pioneering automation milestones, including the first completely automatic concrete batch plant control for Rexnord, PLC-based plant control systems, and innovative developments such as multi-plant integration, the WEM Badger Control, laser technology for bar code ingredient tracking, infrared temperature measurement for asphalt loadouts, and enhanced PID feedback for expander control. WEM Automation emphasizes practical value through its three core offerings: process control solutions that provide high precision and real-time monitoring to maximize productivity and reliability; production data management systems that enable end-to-end visibility from raw materials to finished goods, with reporting and analytics to support informed decisions and regulatory compliance; and comprehensive service capabilities featuring around-the-clock field support, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and a robust spare parts program to minimize downtime. The company’s global reach is complemented by Midwest values, underscoring a commitment to customer service and durable partnerships. WEM’s software and hardware ecosystems are designed for integration with third-party ERP systems via shared SQL databases, enabling synchronized inventory management, production scheduling, and order processing. The organization also notes a structured service framework, including transparent case management through a service software portal and continuous availability of critical spare parts. WEM positions itself as a legacy-driven innovator, continually advancing automation technologies to help clients scale operations, improve efficiency, and sustain growth across diverse industrial sectors. The future outlook centers on expanding technological capabilities, embracing advanced tools and AI-driven improvements within its platform, and maintaining leadership in control software and hardware, while honoring its 70-year legacy and commitment to customers worldwide.