Automation Systems Training by Amatrol
Manufacturing is changing fast. Automated production lines, smart factory systems, and programmable logic controllers are now standard in facilities across every major industry and employers need workers who can operate, program, and troubleshoot them.
There are currently around 462,000 unfilled manufacturing jobs in the US, and up to 1.9 million manufacturing positions could go unfilled by 2033 if the skills gap isn't addressed. Automation systems training gives students and workers a direct path into one of the most in-demand career fields in the country.
Klein Educational supplies Amatrol automation systems training equipment and curriculum to K–12 schools, colleges, and workforce development programs across California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, and Alaska. As the only authorized Amatrol distributor in these seven states, we help programs get the right systems specified, installed, and running.
What is Amatrol automation systems training?
Amatrol's automation training systems are designed to build real, job-ready skills in the technologies that drive modern manufacturing. The systems focus on advanced smart factory, robotics, and mechatronics technologies, building automation skills methodically, starting with basic robot operation and component adjustment before progressing to advanced topics like serial device applications and multiple station control.
The two primary focus areas are robots and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), specifically their function and application within automated production lines. Students and trainees don't just learn theory. They work with real industrial components on systems that mirror what they'll encounter on the job.
What students and trainees learn
Amatrol's automation curriculum covers a wide range of skills that map directly to high-demand technical roles:
Robot operation and programming
PLC operation, programming, and troubleshooting
Smart factory and Industry 4.0 fundamentals
Human Machine Interface (HMI) operation
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) concepts
Fault detection and system troubleshooting
Mechatronics and automated production line operation
Advanced automation technologies are at the core of Amatrol programs including Industry 4.0 Fundamentals, Mechatronics, Packaging, Industrial Maintenance, and STEM. Learners who complete these programs graduate with skills that are immediately applicable in modern manufacturing environments.
Systems built for every training environment
Amatrol builds training systems for a range of institutional environments, from high school CTE labs to college engineering programs to workforce development centers.
The Tabletop Smart Factory is a compact, portable system that combines Industrial Internet of Things technology, including smart sensors, cloud-based software, I/O Link, and mobile apps, with traditional mechatronics equipment. It's designed for settings where training space is limited. The five-station system is scalable, so programs can start with one station and expand over time.
For colleges and workforce centers with more space and a need for greater depth, Amatrol's full mechatronics lines recreate a fully functional automated production line in the classroom, giving learners experience with the same multi-station systems used in real industrial facilities.
Why automation training matters now
The U.S. has over 11.3 million advanced manufacturing and related jobs, a 10% increase over the past five years, and the skills profile of the manufacturing workforce is undergoing a dramatic shift due to increased use of robotics and automation.
Learners who complete automation training are entering a job market that's actively looking for them. The number of industrial machinery maintenance technicians alone is projected to grow 16% by 2032. Whether a student is heading into the workforce straight from high school or a professional is upskilling mid-career, automation training delivers skills employers are hiring for right now.
How Klein Educational supports your program
Klein Educational is more than an equipment supplier. We work with CTE directors, college department heads, and workforce administrators from the first conversation through installation and beyond. That includes needs assessment, equipment specification, lab layout planning, and staff training.
As the only authorized Amatrol distributor in the western US, we have direct access to the full Amatrol product line, curriculum, and support infrastructure, which means faster service and deeper product knowledge than you'll find anywhere else in the region.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amatrol automation systems training? Amatrol automation systems training is a hands-on technical education program that teaches learners how to operate, program, and troubleshoot the automated systems used in modern manufacturing. It covers robotics, PLCs, mechatronics, smart factory technology, and Industry 4.0 fundamentals using real industrial equipment and comprehensive multimedia curriculum.
Who is Amatrol automation training designed for? Amatrol automation systems are built for K–12 CTE programs, community colleges, four-year engineering programs, and workforce development centers. Systems range from compact tabletop options suited for high schools to full-scale mechatronics lines for advanced college and workforce training environments.
What careers does automation systems training prepare learners for? Automation training prepares learners for roles including industrial maintenance technician, robotics technician, PLC programmer, manufacturing engineer, and smart factory operator, some of the fastest-growing and highest-demand positions in modern manufacturing.
Does Klein Educational help with lab setup and installation? Yes. Klein works with programs from needs assessment through equipment specification, lab layout, installation, and staff training. We guide the entire process so your program is set up correctly from day one.
What states does Klein Educational serve? We serve California, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, and Alaska as the only authorized Amatrol distributor in these seven states.
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Whether you're building a new lab or adding automation to an existing program, our team will help you find the right Amatrol systems for your space, budget, and goals.