Liam Bee

I have worked in automation for over 20 years. I came from a maintenance background but worked my way up to a software engineer. I understand what is required to create safe, easy to maintain systems.

I love the CoDeSys platform and have worked with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, SoMachine (Schneider) and also other systems like LabVIEW and .Net.

Connect with me on LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/liambee

Automation Support - Initial Call

A no-obligation introductory call to discuss whether a Remote Support & Guidance retainer is the right fit for your facility.

During this call we will cover:

  • Your current automation setup and the challenges your team faces
  • How many PLCs and control systems you operate, to help identify the right package tier
  • What kind of support would be most valuable to your team (fault diagnostics, modification review, general technical guidance, etc.)
  • How the retainer model works in practice, including billing, hours tracking, and how to access support
  • Any specific requirements for your site, such as preferred communication methods, shift patterns, or platform-specific needs
  • Payment setup and next steps to get your retainer active

This call is a conversation, not a sales pitch. If the retainer model suits your situation, we will get you set up. If it does not, I will be honest about that and suggest alternatives where I can.

No preparation is needed from your side, but it helps to have a rough idea of how many automation systems your facility runs and how often your team encounters issues that would benefit from external input.

  • 30m
  • 1

General Discussion

30-minute video call to talk through your automation project, current challenge, or idea and work out the best next step.

This is a good fit if:

  • You are not sure which service you need
  • You want to sense-check an automation idea or approach
  • You have a project in mind but need help defining the scope
  • You want to talk through technical, commercial, or delivery options before moving forward

What we can cover:

  • Your current situation, goals, and constraints
  • The problem you are trying to solve
  • Which type of support would be most useful
  • Likely next steps and the best way to move forward

After booking:

  • Feel free to send over a few notes in advance if you want to give context
  • We will use the call to understand your needs and work out whether there is a good fit
  • If it makes sense to continue, I can recommend the most suitable service or a tailored follow-on engagement

As always:

  • Free and no-obligation
  • If plans change, you can cancel the meeting
  • 30m
  • 1

Documentation Quick Start

30-minute video call to discuss your PLC project, the documentation you need, and the best way to approach it.

This is a good fit if:

  • You are inheriting an undocumented or poorly documented system
  • You need handover documentation for a client or internal team
  • You want to understand a legacy PLC project before making changes
  • You need help defining the scope of a documentation or analysis task

What we can cover:

  • What the system does and what files or access you have available
  • The level of documentation your team actually needs
  • Whether the priority is maintenance, handover, audit, modification planning, or technical review
  • Any risks, unknowns, or constraints around the project
  • The most sensible next step and likely scope of work

After booking:

  • You can send over a short summary and any project files you want me to review
  • We will use the call to clarify the scope and priorities
  • If it looks like a good fit, I can recommend a tailored documentation approach and next steps

As always:

  • Free and no-obligation
  • If plans change, you can cancel the meeting
  • 30m
  • 1

Continued Professional Development Onboarding Meeting

30-minute video call to discuss your team, current challenges, and the kind of PLC or automation training that would be most useful.

This is a good fit if:

• You want to improve fault-finding, PLC programming, or development standards

• You need training around a specific platform, codebase, or way of working

• You are onboarding new engineers or reducing key person dependency

• You are planning changes and want the team better prepared

What we can cover:

• Your team's current capability and background

• The systems, platforms, or topics you want to focus on

• Preferred delivery format, whether remote or on-site

• Team size, time available, and any practical constraints

• The most suitable next step for a tailored CPD programme

After booking:

• Feel free to send a few notes in advance if helpful

• We will use the call to shape the training around your needs

• If it looks like a good fit, I can recommend a tailored format, scope, and next step

As always:

• Free and no-obligation

• If plans change, you can cancel the meeting

  • 30m
  • 45m
  • 60m
  • 1

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