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Krazy Shawn – the Comeback

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Krazy Shawn and the Comeback Krazy Shawn is back! This time he’s training hard to deliver an RFQ on a tight deadline! Krazy Shawn puts in the work to deliver your panels on budget and on schedule! Krazy Shawn Cadman is pumped and ready to help you with all your panel needs! info@kasacontrols.com www.kasacontrols.com 785-825-7181…

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Krazy Shawn Blooper Reel

Krazy Shawn’s 4th of July Extravaganza Blooper Reel Embarking on a video shoot is both thrilling and demanding, requiring meticulous planning, equipment setup, and team coordination to capture the perfect shots. However, things don’t always go as expected – but that’s where the magic of a blooper reel comes in! As we approach the 4th,…

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Krazy Shawn’s 4th of July Extravaganza

Hi folks, I’m Krazy Shawn! Welcome to our 4th of July Extravaganza! Here at Kasa we are always going for the gold. We’re soaring to new heights with our state-of-the-art panel shop. At Kasa we are blowing up low quality with our meticulously wired panels and our UL certifications. Built to your specs or custom…

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Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop 2.0

Krazy Shawn is back! Hi! This is Krazy Shawn over at Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop here at Kasa Controls and Automation! Due to recent events, not only have prices been reduced, but so have I to a mere avatar of myself in this animated cartoon! But our panel shop is real and I’m chopping down…

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Articles Engineering & Construction
Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop

Hi, I’m Krazy Shawn over at Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop. We’re slashing prices and taking names. Everything must go! We got nothing but 40,000 sq. ft. of panels and freedom! We’ve got big panels, we’ve got small panels, we’ve got new panels. But wait, we’ve even replace used panels. At Kasa, we’re shootin’ down high…

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Articles Engineering & Construction
Whats in the Shop? Episode 4

What’s in the Shop? What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While…

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Whats in the Shop? Episode 3

What’s in the Shop? What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While…

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Career-Connected Health Care: Why the Apprenticeship Degree Is the Future
April 13, 2026

Hospitals across the country are feeling the strain—too many open roles, not enough trained professionals, and a growing gap between what students learn and what the job actually demands on day one. Training is getting more expensive, timelines are stretching, and healthcare leaders are being forced to rethink how new clinicians enter the field….

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The Expanding Threat Surface: Why Cybersecurity Is No Longer Optional for SMBs
April 9, 2026

Cybersecurity is no longer a concern reserved for large enterprises—it has become a defining issue for businesses of every size. Over the past decade, the rapid rise of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and cryptocurrency has fundamentally reshaped the threat landscape, lowering the barrier to entry for cybercriminals and expanding the range of viable targets….

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How Precision Engineering and Regulatory Complexity Shape the Future of Rubber Manufacturing
April 9, 2026

In an era where precision manufacturing often hides behind the simplicity of everyday products, the world of rubber components offers a striking reminder that complexity frequently lives beneath the surface. What appears to be a modest gasket or sealing element is, in reality, the product of highly specialized engineering, rigorous testing, and an…

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Inside TekniPlex Gaggiano: How Specialized Manufacturing and Precision Engineering Define a True Center of Excellence
April 9, 2026

Manufacturing excellence today is less about scale alone and more about precision, control, and adaptability—especially in industries where even microscopic inconsistencies can have outsized consequences. As global supply chains grow more complex and regulatory standards tighten, facilities that invest in specialized processes and contamination control are quietly becoming the backbone of innovation. Segregated…

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Latest Kasa Automation Talks

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Smart Control Panels Are Powering the Backbone of AI!
April 7, 2026

The AI Boom Is Fueling Data Center Growth — And Smart Control Panels Are Powering the Backbone As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize industries—from finance and healthcare to manufacturing and logistics—the demand for data processing power has exploded. At the heart of this digital transformation lies the modern data center: a complex, high-density environment that…

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3 Core Benefits of Industrial Automation

The Ford Legacy: Why Industrial Automation Still Relies on Three Core Pillars When people ask about the benefits of industrial automation, the conversation often turns to the latest sensors, AI, or high-speed robotics. But to understand why we do what we do at Kasa Controls and Automation, you have to look back a century to…

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Driving Automation: Automating Workflows in the Parcel Post and Distribution Fulfillment Industries

Think back to ten years ago when same-day delivery was a rarity; today, nobody bats an eye at its prevalence. Dan VanderAkker, Vice President of Kasa, joined Host Daniel Litwin to explain how workflow automation in the parcel post and distribution fulfillment industries is contributing to this trend. Workflow automation is essential for timely delivery…

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How to Choose the Right Partner for Your Control Panel Build

For over four decades, Kasa Controls & Automation has been leading the charge in providing turnkey industrial controls and automation engineering expertise to a wide range of manufacturers and industries, including automotive, grain handling automation, sheet metal, paint shops and industrial equipment. Kasa’s longevity and prowess make it the perfect partner for building electrical panel…

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Driving Automation: Kasa Controls Looking for Senior Controls Engineer
April 15, 2021

The topic of conversation for this episode of Driving Automation was focused on opportunity; a job opportunity, to get specific. Kasa Controls is looking to fill a Senior Controls Engineer position. Josh Hardesty, Senior Field Installation Coordinator for Kasa, provided all the details an applicant needs to know to apply and, more importantly, why this…

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Distributed I/O vs. Centralized I/O Baggage Handling

For airports, baggage handling is a critical component in all aspects of the travel experience. The right systems and process in place mean safe and reliable baggage delivery to the people who put their trust in the airports to ensure a flawless transition from A-Z. Airports use two types of systems for baggage handling, distributed…

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Latest Kasa Baggage Handling Systems

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Kasa’s Emulation Reduces Testing from 4 Weeks to 1
April 8, 2026

Now more than ever companies are seeking ways to make their systems and processes more efficient and automated. This is especially important with the staffing shortages seen in almost every industry, and the airport operations industry is no exception. Airport baggage handling systems (BHS) are a key factor in ensuring airlines remain on schedule and…

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Elevating Airport Efficiency: Kasa’s Innovative Baggage Handling System for Honolulu Airport

With an estimated 4.5 billion air passengers in 2020, air travel is a cornerstone of modern transportation, connecting people and cultures across the world. However, behind the scenes, the efficiency of airport operations depends greatly on baggage handling systems’ (BHS) reliability and functionality. Many airports, especially those with older infrastructure, have been grappling with outdated…

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Latest Kasa Controls Panels

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Articles Engineering & Construction
Krazy Shawn – the Comeback
April 8, 2026

Krazy Shawn and the Comeback Krazy Shawn is back! This time he’s training hard to deliver an RFQ on a tight deadline! Krazy Shawn puts in the work to deliver your panels on budget and on schedule! Krazy Shawn Cadman is pumped and ready to help you with all your panel needs! info@kasacontrols.com www.kasacontrols.com 785-825-7181…

Read More
Krazy Shawn Blooper Reel

Krazy Shawn’s 4th of July Extravaganza Blooper Reel Embarking on a video shoot is both thrilling and demanding, requiring meticulous planning, equipment setup, and team coordination to capture the perfect shots. However, things don’t always go as expected – but that’s where the magic of a blooper reel comes in! As we approach the 4th,…

Read More
Krazy Shawn’s 4th of July Extravaganza

Hi folks, I’m Krazy Shawn! Welcome to our 4th of July Extravaganza! Here at Kasa we are always going for the gold. We’re soaring to new heights with our state-of-the-art panel shop. At Kasa we are blowing up low quality with our meticulously wired panels and our UL certifications. Built to your specs or custom…

Read More
Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop 2.0

Krazy Shawn is back! Hi! This is Krazy Shawn over at Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop here at Kasa Controls and Automation! Due to recent events, not only have prices been reduced, but so have I to a mere avatar of myself in this animated cartoon! But our panel shop is real and I’m chopping down…

Read More
Articles Engineering & Construction
Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop
April 8, 2026

Hi, I’m Krazy Shawn over at Krazy Shawn’s Panel Shop. We’re slashing prices and taking names. Everything must go! We got nothing but 40,000 sq. ft. of panels and freedom! We’ve got big panels, we’ve got small panels, we’ve got new panels. But wait, we’ve even replace used panels. At Kasa, we’re shootin’ down high…

Read More
Whats in the Shop? Episode 4

What’s in the Shop? What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While…

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Whats in the Shop? Episode 3

What’s in the Shop? What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While…

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Whats in the Shop? Episode 2

What’s in the Shop? What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While…

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What’s in the Shop? Episode 1
April 8, 2026

What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While many episodes highlight…

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Creating a UL508a Panel

When it comes to finding industrial control panel solutions, the world of standards, requirements and desires is often a murky one – many options exist, and it’s important to be clear on exactly what will work best for you. One of the key differentiators is standard vs. UL508a listed panels, particularly when it comes to…

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Kasa: Offering Perforex Capabilities for Automated, Fast, Precise and Reliable Machining

Machining for panel enclosures can be expensive, and precision isn’t always guaranteed. Technology and equipment continue to evolve and improve to deliver enclosure panels that are exact. As a leader in custom control panel design and assembly, Kasa Controls & Automation began to investigate ways to reduce costs, increase capacity, and enhance accuracy for these components….

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The Unsung Heroes of Data Centers: Industrial Control Panels

In the high-tech world of data centers—where petabytes of data flow every second and uptime is measured in milliseconds—there’s a quiet, powerful force working behind the scenes: industrial control panels. While servers and switches often steal the spotlight, control panels are the backbone that keeps the entire facility running safely, efficiently, and reliably. Powering the…

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Latest Kasa Grain Systems

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Full-Plant, Totally Integrated Grain Automation Results in More Efficiency, Less Manpower
April 8, 2026

Full-plant, totally integrated automation system results in more efficiency, less manpower plus Kasa provides 24/7 service after the sale.  Since 1974, Kasa Controls & Automation has provided turnkey control systems, automation and system integration for the grain industry. Kasa worked with Cooperative Producers, Inc. (CPI), to update the control system for their Fairmont Nebraska grain…

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Grain Facility Automation Upgrade Saves $100K

Frenchman Valley Coop (FVC) grain elevator in Culbertson, Nebraska upgrades automation with Kasa Controls, saves $100K Year-Over-Year How Automation Saved This Farm Coop $100K Year-Over-Year When the Frenchman Valley Farmers Cooperative, Inc had an expansion at its Culbertson site, they decided it was time to update the automation controls on its conveyor belts and fans…

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Revolutionizing Grain Storage: A Peek into MKC and Producer Ag’s Innovative Facilities

Embrace the future of grain storage as Jon Brown, Director of Facilities for MKC Properties and Producer Ag, guides you through their state-of-the-art, automation-driven facilities. Discover how they truly set industry standards for efficiency in loading, unloading, and handling grain. What You’ll Learn — The Evolution of MKC and Producer Ag’s Grain Facilities —…

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Unveiling Cutting-Edge Automation in Rail Terminals: Rice County Terminal and MKC Case Study

Discover how Rice County Terminal and MKC revolutionized their operations using KASA’s advanced automation system. Understand how this automation translates into significant improvements in operational efficiency and increased productivity. What You’ll Learn – Unpacking the Role of Lawson Hemberger, Director of Rail Terminals at MKC – The Powerful Partnership with KASA Automation Group and…

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Latest Kasa Parcel Automation

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Kasa Parcel Automation
April 8, 2026

Dan Stutterheim, CEO, Kasa Companies So at Kasa we help our customers automate their processes – they may be manufacturers producing a product, they may be moving materials – so we’ll help them automate that. There was a tremendous need in the industry. All the growth in e-commerce, consumer packages coming to your front doorstep…

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Whats in the Shop? Episode 2
April 8, 2026

What’s in the Shop? What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While…

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What’s in the Shop? Episode 1
April 8, 2026

What’s in the Shop? is an ongoing video series offering a behind-the-scenes look at daily life inside the Kasa Controls & Automation panel build shop. Each episode captures real-time moments from the floor — from control panels in progress and detailed wiring work to team milestones and everyday shop culture. While many episodes highlight…

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Kasa Parcel Automation
April 8, 2026

Dan Stutterheim, CEO, Kasa Companies So at Kasa we help our customers automate their processes – they may be manufacturers producing a product, they may be moving materials – so we’ll help them automate that. There was a tremendous need in the industry. All the growth in e-commerce, consumer packages coming to your front doorstep…

Read More
Kasa’s Emulation Reduces Testing from 4 Weeks to 1
April 8, 2026

Now more than ever companies are seeking ways to make their systems and processes more efficient and automated. This is especially important with the staffing shortages seen in almost every industry, and the airport operations industry is no exception. Airport baggage handling systems (BHS) are a key factor in ensuring airlines remain on schedule and…

Read More
Elevating Airport Efficiency: Kasa’s Innovative Baggage Handling System for Honolulu Airport
April 8, 2026

With an estimated 4.5 billion air passengers in 2020, air travel is a cornerstone of modern transportation, connecting people and cultures across the world. However, behind the scenes, the efficiency of airport operations depends greatly on baggage handling systems’ (BHS) reliability and functionality. Many airports, especially those with older infrastructure, have been grappling with outdated…

Read More
Full-Plant, Totally Integrated Grain Automation Results in More Efficiency, Less Manpower
April 8, 2026

Full-plant, totally integrated automation system results in more efficiency, less manpower plus Kasa provides 24/7 service after the sale.  Since 1974, Kasa Controls & Automation has provided turnkey control systems, automation and system integration for the grain industry. Kasa worked with Cooperative Producers, Inc. (CPI), to update the control system for their Fairmont Nebraska grain…

Read More
Grain Facility Automation Upgrade Saves $100K
April 8, 2026

Frenchman Valley Coop (FVC) grain elevator in Culbertson, Nebraska upgrades automation with Kasa Controls, saves $100K Year-Over-Year How Automation Saved This Farm Coop $100K Year-Over-Year When the Frenchman Valley Farmers Cooperative, Inc had an expansion at its Culbertson site, they decided it was time to update the automation controls on its conveyor belts and fans…

Read More
Creating a UL508a Panel
April 8, 2026

When it comes to finding industrial control panel solutions, the world of standards, requirements and desires is often a murky one – many options exist, and it’s important to be clear on exactly what will work best for you. One of the key differentiators is standard vs. UL508a listed panels, particularly when it comes to…

Read More
Kasa: Offering Perforex Capabilities for Automated, Fast, Precise and Reliable Machining
April 8, 2026

Machining for panel enclosures can be expensive, and precision isn’t always guaranteed. Technology and equipment continue to evolve and improve to deliver enclosure panels that are exact. As a leader in custom control panel design and assembly, Kasa Controls & Automation began to investigate ways to reduce costs, increase capacity, and enhance accuracy for these components….

Read More