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Customers expect their packages within hours, not days, putting immense pressure on distribution centers and fulfillment facilities to process thousands of items with unprecedented speed and accuracy. This is where

In today’s fast-paced industrial environment, efficient material handling is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. At Lafayette Engineering, we’ve spent over three decades perfecting the art and science of conveyor system

What is a Conveyor System Take-Over? A conveyor system take-over occurs when Lafayette Engineering acquires responsibility for an existing conveyor system that was originally installed by another company. We evaluate

What Is a System Takeover? A system takeover occurs when our engineering team assumes responsibility for an existing control or automation system that was previously installed and maintained by another

The material handling and automation industry faces significant challenges and opportunities. The recent implementation of sweeping tariffs, including the 25% duty on steel and aluminum imports effective since February 2025,

Lafayette Engineering has established itself as a leader in electrical installation controls and industrial automation since its founding in 1989. Based in Danville, Kentucky, with additional offices in California and