Minuteman | Empire Automation Systems is the singular force driving Minuteman Automation Systems and Empire Automation Systems. This brand is also referred to as MASEAS for short.While both silos of MASEAS operate on their own from a legal standpoint, it was decided that a singular brand would be created which would reference both companies for several reasons. One such reason is that MAS and EAS share nearly identical supplier offerings. While regionally there are some differences, the vast majority are already available through both distributors and we are always working to further sync our product alignment. Additionally, while projects are funneled through our Automated Solutions Group, they stem from both MAS and EAS and always results in a collaboration of efforts. We have engineers at both locations who work together to bring your vision to reality.Both companies have operated as premiere industrial automation distributors available to customers across the Northeastern United States for decades. Minuteman Automation Systems - once known as Minuteman Controls - has been serving the industry since 1970, and Empire Automation Systems - formerly Empire Air Systems - since 1990.Minuteman Controls Founded Minuteman Controls is founded by Herb Morton at it's current Wakefield address. Minuteman would start out as a catalog house, specializing in pneumatic components.Minuteman Controls is founded by Herb Morton at it's current Wakefield address. Minuteman would start out as a catalog house, specializing in pneumatic components.Minuteman Renaming & the MASEAS Brand 2016 would be a big year for Empire Automation Systems and Minuteman Controls. First, Minuteman Controls would be renamed to Minuteman Automation Systems. This change would allow for more consistency between Empire and Minuteman, leading to a rebrand of the companies under one umbrella known simply as MASEAS (Minuteman | Empire Automation Systems).2016 would be a big year for Empire Automation Systems and Minuteman Controls. First, Minuteman Controls would be renamed to Minuteman Automation Systems. This change would allow for more consistency between Empire and Minuteman, leading to a rebrand of the companies under one umbrella known simply as MASEAS (Minuteman | Empire Automation Systems).Virtual Experience Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, getting to meet customers and vendors in person became nearly impossible. In order to circumvent this obstacle, MASEAS invested in a "virtual experience." This consists of a multicamera setup in a dedicated space so that demos and training could be conducted remotely and provide the best experience for customers possible.Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, getting to meet customers and vendors in person became nearly impossible. In order to circumvent this obstacle, MASEAS invested in a "virtual experience." This consists of a multicamera setup in a dedicated space so that demos and training could be conducted remotely and provide the best experience for customers possible.At Minuteman Automation Systems and Empire Automation Systems, our goal is not to simply “sell.” We believe in helping people and in developing long-standing relationships in order to showcase our value. This value, in part, stems from a team of dedicated individuals who enjoy the science of industry automation and work tirelessly to help solve your manufacturing challenges and improve efficiency.On top of having a heavy focus on meeting the needs of our business partners (that's you!), we also pride ourselves on having an extensive network of suppliers covering product ranges deep and wide. We are a regionally authorized distributor for every line we carry.Located within the Greater Rochester area of Gates in beautiful Upstate New York, the Empire Automation Systems home office has recently expanded in size. Originally 4,800 square feet, the space has more than doubled in size to roughly 10,000 square feet by utilizing adjacent office space.