About Little Automation
Experts in control systems, delivering robust, future-ready automation solutions to both public and private sectors.
ABOUT US
Engineering Automation Solutions for Industry
Little Automation, created in 2018, was established in response to the growing demand for automation and advances in industrial technology. Building on our electrical engineering experience with Little Electrical, we deliver reliable, future-ready control and automation systems. We provide safe, scalable, and efficient solutions designed to meet today’s operational demands while supporting long-term performance and compliance.
Our expertise spans PLC/SCADA systems, process automation, robotics, machine vision and inspection systems, BEMS (Building Energy Management Systems), and safety systems. From system upgrades and retrofits to full automation projects, we design and implement solutions that enhance reliability, efficiency, and operational visibility.
We work closely with manufacturers across Northern Ireland and the UK to design, implement, and optimise control systems, delivering automation solutions that are built to last.
Key Strengths
✓ Over 90 years of combined industry experience
✓ Certified and highly qualified engineering team
✓ End-to-end automation solutions
✓ TÜV-informed safety engineering expertise
Compliance & Standards
✓ PUWER 1998 assessments
✓ ISO 12100 risk assessments
✓ ISO 13849 & IEC 62061 functional safety
✓ Safety PLC design and validation
SERVICES & SECTORS
Programming & Control Systems
✓ Siemens (STEP 7, TIA Portal)
✓ Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000 / Allen-Bradley)
✓ Beckhoff (TwinCAT) & CODESYS-based platforms
✓ Schneider Electric (EcoStruxure Control Expert / Unity Pro)
✓ Custom PLC & Control Software Development
PLC & Process Automation
✓ HMI & SCADA Systems
✓ Motion Control & Servo Systems
✓ Process Monitoring & Data Logging
✓ System Upgrades & Integration
✓ Industrial Robotics Integration & Support
Safety Systems
✓ Machine Safety Assessments & Risk Analysis (ISO 12100 compliant)
✓ Guarding & Safeguarding Upgrades
✓ Functional Safety Implementation (SIL / PL-rated systems)
✓ Safety Controller Configuration
Sectors we work in
Plastics
Food
Manufacturing
Water
Recycling