About Wintriss Controls Group
Wintriss Controls Group is a leading manufacturer of automation and safety product for the metal stamping and forming industry, and is well-known for its SmartPAC PRO press automation controller. The company’s product range includes automation and clutch/ brake controllers, custom consoles, safety light curtains, die protection systems, load analyzers, in-die quality control systems, and ShopFloorConnect® production reporting and OEE tracking software. Wintriss products are known for their proven performance and rugged dependability in the toughest factory environments. Wintriss equipment is backed by attentive service, timely repairs, and comprehensive spares inventories.
Founded: 1957
Headquarters: Acton, Massachusetts U.S.A.
Contact person: Jim Finnerty
Contact number: (800) 586-8324
Products
SmartPAC PRO Press Automation Controller
The SmartPAC PRO features a large, easy-to-use vivid touch screen interface, dual-core processors, user-configurable dashboards, virtually unlimited tool setup storage, the ability to share setups among networked SmartPAC PRO units, and more.
SmartView PRO Network Interface
The SmartView PRO Network Interface for the Wintriss industry leading SmartPAC PRO Press Automation Controller allows any PC or mobile device on your network to access and download information from networked SmartPAC PRO controls. The interface displays the current job status, press tonnage, percent of job complete, and estimated time until job completion. Users can also view SmartPAC PRO error and event logs and send an on-screen text message to the press operator, saving time, enhancing productivity and reducing potential production problems. In addition, users can download an installed option list, tool list, and individual tool programs.
ProCamPAC PRO Programmable Limit Switch
ProCamPAC PRO Programmable Limit Switch (PLS) for the Wintriss flagship SmartPAC PRO Press Automation Controller builds on the proven functionality of the ProCamPAC PLS by offering additional cam timing options that provide unprecedented flexibility and functionality. Additional cam timing options include a Toggle Cam Output that performs an asymmetrical toggle function, turning an output off or on for different stroke amounts. The output can be used to operate diverter gates and to control complex gagging operations. An On/Off Output precisely controls functions that need to operate at preset intervals instead of on every machine cycle.
ShopFloorConnect® OEE and Data Collection Software

The easy-to-use software collects downtime and production efficiency data from every machine, ranging from stamping presses to fabricating machines and more, in all areas of discrete manufacturing. Data is displayed in real-time and is kept on premises. Indispensable manufacturing reports are produced, including detailed OEE reports in a variety of formats. Affordable and scalable, Wintriss offers flexible subscription options for ShopFloorConnect®.

The new “Tracker” hardware solution for ShopFloorConnect® is designed to simplify and maximize data collection, while minimizing operator involvement. For capturing and tracking process parameters, customers can choose from several pre-programmed digital inputs such as run/ idle and counting, and analog inputs including temperature, pressure, voltage, and electrical current.

Articles
Stamping Productivity
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Stamping Productivity
Whether it’s the veterans of the industry or the next generation of operators, the press controls they use need to be intuitive
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Stamping Productivity
Most manufacturers agree that overall equipment efficiency is an important metric. But does it really matter?
November 14, 2024
Stamping Productivity
Making stamping presses more intelligent allows them to detect disaster before it strikes
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Stamping Productivity
Tips and guidelines to properly set up the die and press to avoid crashes
May 15, 2024
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
A longtime Texas stamping company uses data capture and reporting to unearth inefficiencies
March 9, 2023
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
Highly customizable, interactive reports give fabricators the insight they need to make shop floor improvements
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An Alabama part supplier upgrades its press automation controllers to take advantage of the latest technology
April 7, 2021
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
Across manufacturing, small inefficiencies are keeping businesses from their full profitability potential
April 6, 2020
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
With nothing more than a simple machine interface box and the right software, fabricators can monitor equipment, track OEE and find areas for improvement 
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Improve productivity and eliminate die damage in stamping operations
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Press control automation is the answer to running a stamping press more efficiently
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