Sterling Engineering has announced the strategic acquisition of Absolute Machine Control Technologies, Inc. (AMCT), a Rockford, Illinois-based specialist in controls engineering and system integration. This move significantly broadens Sterling’s service portfolio by integrating AMCT’s deep expertise in PLC programming, electrical design, and industrial machine control retrofits into its existing automation framework. Founded in 2008, AMCT has established a robust reputation for delivering comprehensive control systems for OEMs and manufacturers, making it an ideal technical match for Sterling’s expansion into the machine-controls space.
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“We are excited for the AMCT team to be joining Sterling Engineering,” said Dolores Connolly, CEO of Sterling Engineering. “Their deep controls expertise and hands-on experience with industrial machine systems make them a natural fit for our organization. This acquisition extends Sterling’s extensive equipment automation experience into the machine-controls space and enhances our ability to deliver even greater value to clients seeking integrated, high-performance engineering solutions – positioning Sterling Engineering as a complete single-source design partner for automation machines.” This integration reinforces Sterling’s commitment to providing end-to-end smart manufacturing and automation solutions.
