North Point Technology Earns Ignition Gold Certification

Mr. Robert P. Lee, P.E., Principal, of North Point Technology, LLC, recently earned the
Ignition 7.7 Gold Level Certification for Inductive Automation’s Ignition SCADA Software.

The Gold Level Certification Test demands advanced knowledge and understanding of
the software program and is the highest individual certification obtainable.

With this certification, Bob and North Point Technology, LLC becomes the only Gold
Level Certified Integrator in New York State.

Inductive Automation Ignition Software is a powerful automation software platform
built for HMI, SCADA and MES applications.  This web-based software enables rapid
development, expandability, and scalability of automation programming while providing
real-time control and monitoring of industrial processes and systems.

North Point Technology is based in Johnson City, NY, and provides industrial automation
and control systems engineering consulting, design, programming, commissioning, and
support services to industrial, manufacturing, and municipal clients worldwide.

North Point Technology, LLC Earns Ignition Core Certification

Brian Middaugh, Senior Engineer for North Point Technology, LLC in Johnson City, New York, recently earned the Ignition 7.8 Core Certification for Inductive Automation’s Ignition SCADA Software.  The Core Certification Test covers the basics of Ignition and tests the engineer’s in depth knowledge and understanding of all of the features of this state-of–the-art software.  Middaugh’s certification, coupled with other Ignition certifications held by company employees, positions North Point Technology, LLC as the only Premier Level Certified Systems Integrator in New York State.

“We are very proud of our staff’s accomplishments, which place us at this Premier Level” said Lisa W. Lee, Principal of North Point Technology.  “This certification increases our company’s visibility in the industry and creates awareness that we have unique experience to perform at a high level.”

Inductive Automation Ignition Software is a powerful automation software platform built for
HMI, SCADA and MES applications.  This web-based software enables rapid development, expandability, and scalability of automation programming while providing real-time control and monitoring of industrial processes and systems.

North Point Technology provides industrial automation & control systems engineering consulting, design, programming, commissioning, and support services to industrial, manufacturing, and municipal clients worldwide.

Wellness Initiatives at North Point

Wellness Programs Keep Employees Moving- In September 2011, North Point Technology initiated a new health and wellness program called Balance Health Works with EAP provider eni of Vestal, New York. The program provides online health risk assessments and tools to manage and improve employee and family members' health and well being. The company offers a variety of incentives to get employees moving in a positive direction toward their wellness goals. Staff have taken on activities to monitor and improve their health through education about diet and nutrition, attendance in excercise programs, lunchtime walks, and participation in charitable walks and 5k runs.

North Point Receives Recognition

Economic Champions Award 2011-North Point Technology, LLC was recognized in Syracuse, New York on October 20th as an Economic Champion for 2011 by the CenterState CEO(formerly the Greater Syracuse Chamber). Companies were nominated for their contributions to the CenterState New York economy through capital expenditures, hiring of new employees, expansion or relocation due to growth, and receipt of state or national recognition. This is the third consecutive year that North Point Technology has earned this award.

North Point Moves Headquarters

North Point Technology has moved its Johnson City, N.Y., office to Columbia Ridge Office Park, at 530 Columbia Drive, Suite102, also in Johnson City, as of Sept. 1, 2010.

North Point Technology previously leased office space on Azon Road in Johnson City. The new location is significantly larger and will better serve the company as it continues to grow, enhancing visibility and raising its profile.

North Point Technology has 10 employees in Central New York with additional offices in Denver, CO and Park City, UT.

“Our new offices are more conducive to efficient and effective operations, training and communications among our staff and it also gives us the additional room we need to host meetings and training opportunities with clients,” said Lisa W. Lee, partner and human resources officer. “We are very excited to be here.”