Franklin Control

The global pandemic has inevitably changed the daily routines of individuals and regular operations of businesses worldwide. While businesses begin to reopen and civilians adjust to their “new normal” version of daily life, it is important now more than ever that organizations deliver products and services that are safe and reliable. 

The Franklin Control Systems brand will be adopting the name of our parent company and transitioning to Franklin Electric.  We feel this better represents our ability to offer system solutions, as Franklin Electric offers pumps, motors, drives, and controls for use in a wide variety of installations

FCS was named Portland’s top manufacturing company of 2019 (51-100 employee category) at the Portland Business Journal Makers and Manufacturers Awards. The award ceremony took place at the Sentinel hotel, where FCS President Travis Wood praised the hard work and dedication of all employees. 

Franklin Control Systems held a charity auction benefiting the United Way of Columbia-Willamette.  Over 30 items were up for auction, with additional funds being raised via a 50/50 drawing.  

Franklin Control Systems has been selected as one of the 2019 Manufacturing Companies of the Year in the 51-100 employee category by the Portland Business Journal.  The Makers and Manufacturers Awards honor companies in Oregon and Southwest Washington for outstanding and innovative practices.  

Greenheck, who partnered with Franklin Control Systems on the development of the Vari-Green Drive, has won gold at the Dealer Design Awards.

The award-winning Q-Link Variable Frequency Drive is now available up to 40 Horsepower.  This expanded offering retains all the innovative features that made Q-Link an R&D 100 award winner, while increasing its suitability for a wider variety of applications. With a smartphone interface, the Q-Link makes advanced features like automated reporting, in-app tech support, and batch commissioning simple and intuitive.  

Last week a group from FCS volunteered at Junior Achievement's BizTown, a simulated community for 4th-6th graders. FCS volunteers oversaw several classes of 5th graders as they ran the show, conducting business and carrying out transactions and projects throughout the day.

Franklin Controls Systems has won an R&D 100 award for the development of the Q-Link Variable Frequency Drive, an innovative VFD that leverages smartphone technology to enhance user experience. It’s the first R&D 100 award for Franklin Control Systems, and second for Franklin Electric.

Earlier this month, FCS broke out the dunk tanks in an effort to raise funds for the local United Way. It was a fun event for a great cause, as FCS management sacrificed their comfort and dignity to give their fellow employees a chance to dunk them.