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The SL Controls team was delighted to have been involved in this year’s Explore Engineering Showcase in Limerick. The event, which was formerly known as Limerick for Engineering, took place at the end of last week after a two-year absence because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Explore Engineering Showcase promotes engineering as a career …
Successful Return of the Explore Engineering Showcase in Limerick Read More »
Like you, we have been shocked at the events taking place in Ukraine and the ongoing humanitarian crisis that the war has created. As a company, we wanted to do what we could to help the families and individuals who have been affected by the conflict in such unimaginable ways. We launched a fundraising effort …
Employees at SL Controls took part in the Darkness Into Light fundraising event over the weekend. The money raised across Ireland as part of this event is for the suicide and self-harm prevention organisation, Pieta House. SL Controls has taken part in Darkness Into Light for several years, including the curtailed events that took place …
SL Controls Raises Money for 2022 Darkness Into Light Fundraiser Read More »
It’s not that long ago when salary was the main, if not the only factor, to influence a decision to accept a job offer at another company. Today, there is an increasing focus by employees in all sectors on the full package being offered by prospective employers. This includes salary, of course, but it also …
The Explore Engineering 2022 Showcase event in Limerick is just two weeks away, and we are looking forward to attending. We have been at the event before when it was known as Limerick for Engineering, although this is the first time it has been held since the Covid-19 pandemic. What’s it all about, though? The …
Come and See Us at the Explore Engineering 2022 Showcase in Limerick Read More »
What do you do at SL Controls? I am a Systems Architect. My role involves working with the technical and engineering leadership teams in the business to deliver solutions for customers. Describe your job without using the words engineer or engineering. Making stuff do stuff, so the stuff is the right stuff. And fixing stuff …
Meet the Team – Adam Barriger, SL Controls Systems Architect Read More »
At SL Controls, we firmly believe in the collective responsibility of everyone to build a sustainable future for the planet. Continuous improvement is a core part of our business, and that translates through to sustainable development where we are fully committed to continuously working to improve how we operate. To achieve this, we have set …
SL Controls Commits to Sustainable Development Goals Read More »
Talk to any business leader in the field of engineering and they will tell you we need more people to enter the profession, particularly from under-represented groups like women. So, when the opportunity came up to participate in a STEAM initiative, we were excited to get involved. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and …
SL Controls are proud to have sponsored the Connacht U10 Blitz at Sligo Rugby Club’s Hamilton Park on Saturday. Over 420 enthusiastic under-10 players from 20 different clubs took part in what was a perfect day for playing rugby. Keith Moran, SL Controls CEO, said: “We are proud to have been involved in this fantastic …
What do you do at SL Controls? I am a Quality and Validation Engineer working on projects for large multinational pharmaceutical companies. My role involves reviewing quality documentation for quality systems and documentation for the validation of facilities, utilities, and equipment. The documents I review include user requirements, design specifications, performance qualifications, etc. Describe your …
Meet the Team – Michael Duffy, SL Controls Quality and Validation Engineer Read More »
There are lots of different paths you can take to become an engineer, so don’t just follow the traditional route of going to college to get an engineering degree. That’s the message from Fiona Chung on International Women’s Day. Fiona is a Validation Engineer at SL Controls. This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is …
Women Should Break Free from Perceived Norms to Create their Own Path into Engineering Read More »
What do you do at SL Controls? I am a validation engineer. I work with clients to ensure their manufacturing systems are compliant with industry-specific standards and regulations. Describe your job without using the words engineer or engineering. My role is to plan, create, and execute tests that check if a company’s manufacturing system produces …
Meet the Team – Fiona Chung, SL Controls Validation Engineer Read More »
We have a broad range of capabilities at SL Controls and a philosophy of being technology agnostic. This makes it possible for us to deliver equipment systems integration, automation, and smart manufacturing solutions to a diverse range of clients. We also have an approach at SL Controls of continuous improvement, both in the skills and …
Enhancing the SL Controls Offering with Ignition and POMS Certification Read More »
What do you do at SL Controls? I wear two hats. One is HR Manager, which means having responsibility for the full HR lifecycle. This includes everything from onboarding and induction to performance management, employee relations, and employee communication. My second hat is as a member of the SL Controls senior leadership team. This is …
Meet the Team – Shauna Ryan, SL Controls HR Manager Read More »
When we moved to remote working at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, one of our priorities was to maintain as high a level of team camaraderie as possible. Senior management also believed it was important to recognise the hard work of everyone on the SL Controls team as we continued delivering for our clients. …
Employee Appreciation and Staying Connected Throughout 2021 Read More »
How do you have a Christmas Jumper Day at work when everyone is working from home? At SL Controls, we all met up in festive attire in our virtual canteen! We hold regular virtual canteen events to help everyone on the team stay connected with their colleagues. While not a perfect substitute for meeting up …
The 2021 SL Controls Christmas Party took place on Friday evening and, like last year, it was a virtual event. In fact, the Christmas party followed a theme we have been adopting throughout 2021 – apart, but together. The full event took place on Zoom where we had a quiz hosted by DJ Mick. Magician …
One of the business outcomes that manufacturers want to achieve with Industry 4.0 projects is repeatability. Repeatability is about creating solutions that can be reliably and efficiently deployed multiple times. This goal of repeatability is also important in the delivery of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing projects. In project management, this can be referred to …
Project Management: The Importance of Economies of Repetition in Industry 4.0 Projects Read More »
SL Controls has been shortlisted for an award at this year’s Limerick Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. We are in the running for the Best Employer: Employee Talent Development & Workplace Wellness award. It recognises companies that set high standards for wellness and talent development, and that create world-class working conditions for employees. The other …
SL Controls Shortlisted for Limerick Business Awards 2021 Read More »
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