PLC Programming
Ladder logic, function block, and structured text programming for Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and other major platforms. New builds and legacy system migrations.
Post Falls, Idaho · Inland Northwest
Industrial Automation &
Control Integration
Sweitzer Automations designs, builds, and commissions automation and control systems for manufacturers and industrial facilities across North Idaho and the Inland Northwest.
About
Who We Are
Sweitzer Automations is an independent automation and controls practice owned and operated by Timothy Sweitzer, headquartered in Post Falls, Idaho (83854). We specialize in industrial automation, PLC programming, SCADA/HMI development, and custom control panel fabrication for manufacturers, utilities, and industrial facilities in the Inland Northwest.
Every engagement is handled personally — no hand-offs, no subcontractors running your project without oversight. From initial scope to final commissioning, Timothy is on-site and accountable for every system we deliver.
Services
What We Build
SCADA / HMI Development
Custom operator interfaces and supervisory control systems — from small local HMIs to full SCADA architectures with historian integration.
Control Panel Fabrication
Design and build of UL-compliant control enclosures, motor control centers, and field junction panels built to your application.
System Integration
Tying together PLCs, drives, instruments, and enterprise systems with industrial Ethernet, OPC-UA, Modbus, and other protocols.
Process Instrumentation
Selection, installation, and calibration of flow, pressure, level, and temperature instruments — loop drawings included.
Commissioning & Support
On-site startup, troubleshooting, and long-term support agreements. We stay available after go-live.
Service Area
North Idaho & the Inland Northwest
Based in Post Falls (ZIP 83854), Sweitzer Automations serves industrial customers within roughly 150 miles of our shop — including the Coeur d'Alene basin, the Palouse, and the greater Spokane metro. Travel for project work is quoted on a per-engagement basis.
- Post Falls, ID (HQ)
- Coeur d'Alene, ID
- Hayden, ID
- Rathdrum, ID
- Sandpoint, ID
- Spokane, WA
- Spokane Valley, WA
- Liberty Lake, WA
- Cheney, WA
- Pullman, WA
- Moscow, ID
- Lewiston, ID
Our Approach
How We Work
Discovery
We start with a site visit or detailed conversation to understand your process, pain points, and requirements — before writing a single line of code or drawing a single wire.
Design & Scope
A clear scope document, I/O list, and architecture diagram are produced and reviewed with you before any work begins. No surprises.
Build & Test
Panels are fabricated, programs written, and systems bench-tested in our shop before arriving on your floor.
Commission & Train
We commission on-site, run acceptance tests with your team, and deliver full documentation — plus hands-on operator training.
Ongoing Support
After commissioning, we remain available for troubleshooting, program modifications, and system expansions.
Project Snapshots
Representative Work
A selection of project types completed for clients in the region. Specific client names and sites are kept confidential by default.
Conveyor Line PLC Retrofit
Replaced aging relay logic on a multi-zone conveyor system with a ControlLogix PLC, new control panel, and touchscreen HMI — reducing downtime by eliminating obsolete relay components.
Allen-BradleyControlLogixPanel Build
Boiler Plant SCADA Upgrade
Designed and deployed a supervisory control and data acquisition system for a campus heating plant, including real-time trending, alarm management, and shift-log reporting.
SCADAFactoryTalk ViewHistorian
Water System Remote Monitoring
Built a remote telemetry network for a small municipal water system, enabling operators to monitor tank levels, pump status, and alarms from a central dispatch station.
TelemetryModbusHMI
Software
Open-Source & Internal Tools
In addition to field work, Sweitzer Automations develops software tools to support industrial operations — including Linux-based operator dashboards and browser utilities for plant-floor technicians.
Linux Operator Dashboards
Web-based dashboards designed for plant-floor Linux terminals — full-screen, read-only status views optimized for industrial displays in harsh environments. Built on open standards with no proprietary runtime required.
View on GitHubChrome Extension
A browser extension that surfaces automation documentation, tag lookups, and quick reference tools directly in Chrome — helping technicians access critical information without leaving their current screen.
View on GitHubDownloads
Brand Assets & Documents
Text Document
Capabilities Overview
One-page text summary of services and contact information.
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Start a Conversation
Reach out directly at hello@sweitzerautomations.com or use the form below. Timothy Sweitzer responds personally to every inquiry.
Based in Post Falls, Idaho 83854