Experience the Future of Automation
Introducing the easiest to use PLC alternative control system on the market for advanced users and non-experts alike.

Simple, web-based control systems with modular design and faster set up.
Van Burick Technology's
ControlRX
Automation could not be simpler
Automation is now a reality for non-experts
We know the frustrations you feel with all those complex control systems on the market today, where there is complexity there is:

Inefficiency

Higher Costs

Frustration

Time Losses

Under Performance
They’re so hard to use you rarely get the full benefits of great automation out of them.
Which is why we’re on a mission to change the automation game
With a control box so simple and intuitive that any non-technical user can experience the incredible benefits of automation in your home, your factory, or wherever you need it. Say goodbye to complex PLC programming with our simple visual drag-and-drop system.



Ditch the complex PLC programming and experience the power of drag-and-drop automation.
The VB Tech control system puts an end to the delays, the mishaps, and the programming headaches that come with conventional control boxes. Instead, you get to replace all that with pure, drag-and-drop simplicity that will empower your team and let you get on with growing your business.

No Coding Required
Just drag and drop

Anyone Can Set It Up
in hours, not days or weeks

Low Upfront Costs
and flexible ongoing costs
Simplicity creates cascading value for your business
Automating your systems, your equipment, or your machinery is now possible and affordable.
With VB Tech control, so simple that even a child could use it and yet you get all the benefits:
- Increased efficiency
- Lower costs
- Enhanced safety
- Reliability
- Accuracy
- Easy maintenance
The simplicity of this solution together with its much faster setup make the VB Tech control box affordable as well as manageable.
All this and remote access, too.
“It’s so simple, easy-to-use and intuitive. Yet look at all the things it can do!”
Cost Comparison
A Traditional PLC System versus the VBT ControlRX
Traditional PLC System
Hardware Costs
-
CPU Module:
$800 - $1,500 -
Digital Input/Output Modules:
48 Digital Inputs: 3 modules at $200 each = $600
48 Digital Outputs: 3 modules at $200 each = $600 -
Analog Input/Output Modules:
32 Analog Inputs: 4 modules at $300 each = $1,200
16 Analog Outputs: 2 modules at $300 each = $600 -
Networking Cards:
Ethernet Card: $300
EtherCAT Card: $500
CAN Card: $300
Modbus Card: $400
RS232 UART Card: $150 -
Cabinet and Rail:
Cabinet: $500 - $1,000
DIN Rails: $100 - $200
Summary of Hardware Cost
- CPU Module: $800 - $1,500
- Digital I/O Modules: $1,200
- Analog I/O Modules: $1,800
- Networking Cards: $1,650
- Cabinet and Rail: $600 - $1,200
Total Hardware Cost: $6,050 - $7,350
Software Costs
-
Programming Software:
$1,500 - $2,000 (one-time license fee or annual subscription) -
Batch Control Software:
$2,000 - $3,000 (one-time license fee or annual subscription) -
Maintenance and Updates:
$500 - $1,000 per year -
Basic SCADA Software
$1,000 (one-time license fee or annual subscription)
Summary of Software Cost
- Initial Setup: $4,500 - $6,000
- Annual Maintenance: $500 - $1,000
Total Software Cost: $5,000 - $7,000
Additional Costs
-
Training:
$1,000 - $2,000 (initial training for staff) -
Installation and Configuration:
$1,000 - $3,000
Total Additional Cost: $2,000 - $5,000
Traditional PLC System Total Cost
Initial Setup: $12,550 - $18,350
Annual Fees: $500 - $6,000
ControlRX
Hardware Costs
-
ControlRX Device: $4,459
(includes all I/O, CPU, and networking capabilities)
-
CPU Module:
Included -
Digital Input/Output Modules:
48 Digital Inputs: Included
48 Digital Outputs: Included -
Analog Input/Output Modules:
32 Analog Inputs: Included
16 Analog Outputs: Included -
Networking Cards:
Ethernet Card: Included
EtherCAT Card: Included
CAN Card: Included
Modbus Card: Included
RS232 UART Card: Included -
Cabinet and Rail:
Cabinet: No Cabinet required
DIN Rails: DIN Rails not required
Summary of Hardware Cost
- ControlRX: $4,459
- CPU Module: Included
- Digital I/O Modules: Included
- Analog I/O Modules: Included
- Networking Cards: Included
- Cabinet and Rail: Included
Total Hardware Cost: $4,459
Software Costs
-
Web App Subscription
(includes programming and batch control): $200 - $2400 per year
-
Programming Software:
Included -
Batch Control Software:
Included with some packages on VBT ControlSuite Web App -
Maintenance and Updates:
Included with VBT ControlSuite Web App -
Basic SCADA Software
Included
Total Annual Software Cost: $200 - $2,400
Additional Costs
-
Training:
Included with web app subscription -
Installation and Configuration:
Minimal, as the device is designed for easy setup (estimated at $500)
Total Additional Cost: $500
ControlRX Total Cost
Initial Setup: $4,959
Annual Fees: $200 - $2,400
The ControlRX Can Save You:
up to $16,991!
per installation when compared to a Traditional PLC with the same features and I/O
The ControlRX offers a significantly lower initial setup cost compared to a traditional PLC system, with savings ranging from $7891 to $16,991. Additionally, the annual maintenance costs for the ControlRX are also lower, providing ongoing cost benefits. The integrated and user-friendly design of the ControlRX, combined with its advanced web app, further reduces the need for extensive training and complex installation, making it a more cost-effective and efficient solution for small to medium manufacturers and systems integrators. Moreover, the ControlRX does not require an additional cabinet, adding to its cost-effectiveness and ease of deployment.
If you find an issue with this cost comparison, please email [email protected]
Why choose us?
If you’re tired of struggling with traditional control systems,
VB Tech offers a non-technical PLC alternative that empowers you to automate your processes.
- You get to say goodbye to lengthy manuals and complicated setups. VB Tech’s fast setup automation gets you up and running in no time
- You get to boost your productivity and cut costs with VB Tech’s affordable control system for small businesses.
- You get to increase efficiency and accuracy with VB Tech’s intuitive machine control without programming.
- -You get to ensure consistent quality and minimize errors with VB Tech’s quality control automation features.
Take control from anywhere with VB Tech’s remote access SCADA automation capabilities
Features you don't want to miss out on
Automate any process - with ease
From assembly lines to smart homes, VB Tech control systems make automation easier than you've ever thought possible:
- Personal control — with a click.
- Program any combination of continuous, discrete and batch applications with the same device
- From simple discrete machines to small to medium process operations — and anything in-between
End those installation nightmares
Throw out the lengthy manuals and instead choose instant control.
- Save time and money on set-up
- Get up and running without delay
All in one
The controller comes in a single box -- including power supply, I/O and communication.
- No need for separate peripherals
- The pre-assembled box can be mounted anywhere (pillar, wall, inside control cabinet)
Small and compact
The VB Tech controller is the fraction of a size of currently available control systems of equivalent capability, eliminating the need for separate parts orders or assembly.
Small enough to fit into your current machine control cabinet
Manage remotely - and take full control
Make your smartphone your command center
- Get access and control at all times
- Choose the modules you need
- Decide what you pay for and what you use
- Future-proof your success: Embrace the evolving tech landscape with a control box designed for endless upgrades, never getting left behind.
The bundle
Bundled with full spec industrial SCADA solution
- Bundled with full spec industrial SCADA solution
- 100+ Built-In control elements, configure how you please
- Create multiple process operations and combine freely as instances for use in other operations. Flexible hierarchy of control elements and process operations
For those who strive for excellence
Who is this for?
Small machine shops
We know how family-owned businesses generally have limited technical or automation experience. But too many automation solutions are complex to the point of being incomprehensible. So, if you’re looking for a fast and easy entry-point into the world of automation, talk to us.
Efficiency-seeking contract manufacturers
If you are a subcontractor for larger companies, you almost certainly face pressure to deliver better, faster, cheaper.
By definition, you are an efficiency-driver. Yet the old and inefficient manual processes, lack of control over production data, and difficulty scaling existing solutions make that hard. Talk to us.
Quality-Focused Component Manufacturers
Precision parts manufacturers, focused on minimizing errors and maintaining high quality standards, face immense pressure to maintain quality. But these businesses are often forced to work with manual quality control inefficiencies, lack of real-time process monitoring, or limited data-driven improvement opportunities. Until now. To learn more about why this is no longer the cae, talk to us about scalable automation solutions.
So, if quality, efficiency and smooth operations matter to you, then we need to talk. The sheer flexibility and ease of use of the VB Tech control box means that startups, businesses with remote monitoring and control needs, or cautious innovators all can benefit from an easy-to-use automation solution with a simple, intuitive interface.
- Entrepreneurs: Automate your business, reclaim your time, and focus on your bigger goals.
- The innovation enthusiast: Limitless automation possibilities.
- The efficiency seeker: Squeeze every ounce of productivity from your operations.
- The controller: Take the reins of your world, automate with precision, and watch your vision come to life.
Problems solved
- No more complex programming environments
- None of the effort, skill level required with traditional control systems
- Produce a control system in record time
Order your ControlRX today and reclaim your time, boost your output, and watch your business soar.
Currently in beta
Email Theo (CEO) at [email protected] so that you may have first access
and have the first release of the ControlRX suited to your needs



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Struggle No More
There’s no longer any need for complex control systems to hold you back.
Experience the future of automation, today.
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