New division delivers turnkey controls and automation solutions, helping integrators, OEMs, and end users reduce risk, accelerate deployment, and ensure long-term reliability.

MILWAUKEE, WI, October 1, 2025 — Steele Solutions, a leading manufacturer of engineered steel mezzanines, work platforms, and material handling solutions, today announced the launch of its new division, SSI Automation. This dedicated group will deliver turnkey, intelligent controls and automation systems designed to reduce project risk, accelerate deployment, and ensure long-term reliability.

Controls and automation projects are often delayed by complex handoffs and late-stage troubleshooting. SSI Automation was created to address these challenges by offering modular, simulation-ready architectures, reusable code libraries, and diagnostic-rich designs. The result is faster commissioning, cleaner deployments, and scalable systems that are platform-agnostic.

“SSI Automation solves a problem we’ve seen for decades—custom controls from scratch on every project, even when 80% of the functionality is the same—leading to unnecessary engineering, bloated costs, and inconsistent performance,” said Todd Hunter, Controls Division Leader, Steele Solutions.

The division’s capabilities span the project lifecycle—from panel design to ongoing service needs. By leveraging digital twin simulation, modular templates, and platform-agnostic architectures, SSI Automation helps its users achieve their goals. 

For customers in parcel, e-commerce, retail distribution, and warehousing, this new division means faster, more predictable project execution and long-term reliability. SSI Automation eliminates unnecessary engineering waste while keeping projects on schedule and on budget.

“With SSI Automation, we’re making it easier for our customers to move forward with confidence,” said Andy Schumacher, Chief Revenue Officer at Steele Solutions. “By combining proven modular logic with simulation-ready testing, we’re reducing risk, cutting commissioning time, and giving clients a system they can rely on for years to come.”

“Launching SSI Automation is a strategic step that strengthens Steele Solutions’ ability to deliver end-to-end value,” Steele Solutions CEO Kevin O’Neil added. “This division complements our core offerings by giving customers not only the structural backbone of their systems, but also the intelligent controls that drive long-term performance.” 

About Steele Solutions, Inc.

Steele Solutions, Inc. is a North American leader in the design and manufacturing of complex work platforms, custom chutes, and security lockers. The company partners with industry-leading integrators who lead warehouse automation projects for large e-commerce retailers and parcel providers. Steele Solutions is headquartered in South Milwaukee, WI, and operates manufacturing facilities in South Milwaukee, WI; Waupaca, WI; and Tiffin, OH. In addition, the company has full support personnel in both West Allis, WI, and Tiffin, OH.