Youngblood Automation

06/15/2026

Boost performance. Reduce downtime. Simplify thermal control.

As your local Watlow distributor, we provide advanced thermal solutions backed by expert support and reliable supply.

🔹 Featured Product: Watlow F4T® Process Controller

The F4T® combines powerful PID control, an intuitive touchscreen, and modular flexibility in one compact platform.

Why manufacturers choose the F4T®:

✔ Easy-to-use touchscreen interface

✔ Integrated control, data logging, and visualization

✔ Flexible I/O expansion

✔ Remote monitoring and connectivity

✔ Compact design with powerful performance

✔ Seamless integration into existing systems

Ready to improve your process control? Let’s connect. 616-245-4111

06/08/2026

The Advanced Manufacturing Expo is coming up July 29–30 in Grand Rapids, and you won’t want to miss it!

We’re excited to be part of this year’s event and look forward to connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and manufacturing professionals from across the region.

Be sure to stop by Booth #403 to meet the team, see what we’ve been working on, and talk about the future of advanced manufacturing.

See you there!

06/01/2026

Automation starts with reliable connections — and SCHUNK’s CPS Tool Changer systems are built to deliver exactly that!

Designed for fast, repeatable, and secure automated tool changes, the CPS series helps manufacturers improve uptime, flexibility, and overall production efficiency across robotic applications.

As an authorized SCHUNK distributor, Youngblood Automation is proud to provide industry-leading automation solutions backed by technical expertise and customer support you can trust.

Whether you’re optimizing an existing robotic cell or building a new automation system, our team can help you find the right SCHUNK solution for your application. Contact us today 616-245-4111!

05/18/2026

Helping customers stay safe across every automation challenge!
At Youngblood Automation, we support machine builders and end users with SICK safety laser scanners that scale from small AMRs to complex automotive lines and collaborative robot cells.
With nanoScan3 and microScan3, customers gain adaptable safety solutions that protect people, reduce downtime, and fit real-world constraints.

With the microScan3 and nanoScan3, you can achieve:
✔ Dynamic safeguarding for small mobile robots
✔ Reliable personnel protection in demanding automotive environments
✔ Space-saving safety coverage for stationary robotic cell

Call us today for more information 616-245-4111

05/04/2026

Excited to see what’s ahead for collaborative automation 👇

The upcoming ABB Cobot Automation Summit is a great opportunity to explore the latest in cobot technology, connect with industry experts, and gain practical insights you can bring back to your team.

If you’re interested in:

• Live cobot demonstrations showcasing real-world applications

• Learning from industry leaders

• Expanding your network

• Touring advanced manufacturing facilities

• Connecting 1:1 with application engineers

• Participating in interactive breakout sessions

…it’s definitely worth checking out.

Be sure to register!

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04/27/2026

At Youngblood Automation, we’re proud to serve as the authorized distributor for Technomark—& even more excited to introduce the new GX Mate!

The GX Mate is the newest portable fiber laser marking solution, engineered for flexibility, safety, and precision wherever marking is needed.

Designed to bring marking directly to your parts, the GX Mate is ideal for large, heavy, or difficult-to-move components that can’t be brought to a traditional workstation.

🔹 True portability – Mark directly on-site without relocating parts

🔹 High-precision fiber laser – Deliver fast, permanent, high-quality marks across a wide range of materials

🔹 Patented safety technology – Built-in sensor enables safe operation without protective eyewear

🔹 Surface adaptability – Interchangeable noses ensure consistent results on uneven or complex surfaces

🔹 User-friendly software – Intuitive interface for quick setup and reliable performance

The GX Mate expands what’s possible in your marking operations—bringing efficiency and capability right where you need it.

Contact us for your next job! 616.245.4111

04/20/2026

Reliable automation starts with steady, consistent part flow.

Proud to support this application as an authorized distributor for Hoosier Feeder.
This vibratory feeder system is built to handle plastic diaphragms at rates up to 70 parts per minute, using vertical orientation to keep downstream processes running smoothly.

Complete with a storage hopper, tool steel inline track, and photocell shutoff, this setup is designed for smooth integration and dependable performance.

Call us today and let us assist you with your next application! 616.245.4111

04/13/2026

We are proud to be an authorized distributor for Murrelektronik, delivering robust connectivity solutions built for fast-paced environments.
From reducing complex wiring to simplifying installation and maximizing uptime, Murrelektronik helps keep your systems running efficiently when it matters most.
Whether it’s conveyors or robotic picking systems, the right connectivity ensures your operation moves seamlessly—no slowdowns, no unnecessary complexity.
Let’s keep your operation moving.

04/06/2026

One sensor. True 3D safety. Fewer compromises.

The SICK safeVisionary2 is a safety-certified 3D time-of-flight (ToF) sensor designed to protect people while simplifying safety design. With fully configurable 3D protective fields, it can replace multiple traditional safety devices, reduce hardware footprint, and support modern machine concepts.

From stationary machines to mobile platforms and robotic cells, safeVisionary2 brings next-generation safety into one powerful solution.

Call us today for more information! 616.245.4111

03/30/2026

⚙️ Powering the future of automation starts with the right partner.

We’re proud to highlight our partnership with IAI, a global leader in electric actuators and motion control solutions. As an authorized distributor, Youngblood Automation is your trusted source for innovative IAI products designed to improve efficiency, precision, and reliability across a wide range of industries.

From advanced linear actuators to complete automation systems, we’re here to help you streamline operations and stay ahead in today’s fast-moving manufacturing landscape.

Let’s build smarter automation together.