Session Catalog

Acculon Energy is leading a multi-year digital transformation with Rockwell Automation and Circulor to enable upstream traceability for materials governed by the EU Battery Regulations. This initiative supports compliance, reduces supply chain risk and advances sustainability goals. Learn how Acculon applies digital tools and traceability to drive responsible sourcing across the battery value chain.

Kerry, a world leader in sustainable taste and nutrition solutions, has successfully deployed FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® MPC by Rockwell Automation on evaporators and spray dryers at facilities worldwide. With FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® MPC, Kerry can operate its processes as close to their constraints as possible while maintaining an appropriate margin of safety. This session highlights the key factors behind the project's success and the business outcomes delivered by FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8®.

To reduce raw material waste and CO2 emissions supporting sustainability and efficiency goals, Fluorsid optimized HF rotary kiln 5 at their facility in Italy using FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® Model Predictive Control. This session will explore how industrial AI improved resource utilization and operational performance, enabling more sustainable production.

Join us for an exciting session exploring Superior Trim's sustainability initiatives. Learn how Superior Trim reduced its carbon footprint through energy efficiency, waste improvements, and peak consumption strategies. Discover the innovative tech architecture integrating internal and external systems, powered by FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™ and Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform™ for advanced machine learning. Attendees will gain insights into strategic drivers, system integration challenges, and real-world applications that enhance environmental and financial outcomes.

WM is modernizing its operations by making targeted technology investments that enhance labor performance, drive operational efficiency and transform our business practices. Through integrating technology and automation, we aim to enhance environmental performance, optimize resource utilization and boost workforce efficiency. This session will highlight how WM's innovative approach supports regulatory compliance, fosters operational excellence and contributes to a more sustainable future.

Food packaging leader Sopakco was looking for real-time visibility, improved quality and uptime. Leveraging Rockwell's FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™ bolted with ITHENA's iSERV, Sopakco now leverages data across staff, machine, methods and measurements - for early warning detection, real-time monitoring, SPC control and historical trend analysis. Join as they share their journey from paper-based tracking to interactive dashboards with AI-driven alerts—delivering tangible outcomes in weeks and enabling smarter, faster decisions on the shop floor.

Digital factory solutions must address several challenges relating to OT data, which resides in siloed equipment with disparate data formats lacking context. Hear how the solution accelerator (based on standardized name spaces) can efficiently manage disparate OT data from factory assets, PLC tags and specific process templates. This approach has accelerated digital factory deployments at Thermo Fisher Scientific by up to 50% while reducing integration risks and standardizing OT data across the enterprise.

Discover how Bio-Manguinhos achieves real-time monitoring of vaccine raw material processing (APIs) via an IoT platform over a private 5G network, overcoming past connectivity issues. This session covers the use of new PLCs and a centralized dashboard to boost manufacturing visibility and enable proactive maintenance. Learn about the "Connected Worker" initiative, using 5G-enabled mobile devices and a cloud CMMS to streamline maintenance and improve response. Leverage private 5G and IoT to optimize production, cut waste and enable remote control in critical manufacturing.

Discover how JOST and SPI delivered the first-ever PLEX MES implementation in Brazil—potentially the most deeply integrated case with SAP worldwide. This session will showcase how robust middleware, modular MES capabilities, and a phased rollout strategy enabled complete traceability and digital transformation across machining, laser, welding and assembly operations.

Seeking safety and innovation, Vale is using augmented reality and IIoT solutions for preventive maintenance tasks on medium voltage drives installed in electric rooms to avoid worker's exposure to risks, while capturing relevant maintenance data through Edge Compute to aid decision-making. Vale established an operational start point that aligned with the maintenance plan, enabling digital task tracking without manual consultation and recording of all maintenance activities for future cycles.

Due to the need for enhanced cybersecurity visibility of automation assets, Braskem undertook a rigorous evaluation process and selected Verve OT Asset Management as their centralized tool. This presentation will explore Braskem's journey through the global implementation across 29 industrial sites, highlighting data-driven risk prioritization end goal, systemic issue resolution plans for the challenges encountered, and the results observed.

Learn how Home Market Foods redefined IT/OT collaboration by building a fully cross-trained, 9-person team that bridges automation and IT systems. Through SCADA deployment, Cisco ISE and Cybervision integration, in-house control panel builds, and CorTigo wireless yield tracking, the team laid the foundation for Industry 4.0. With a Rockwell-based platform connecting machine controls, physical security, and building automation, they’re driving real-time, data-informed decisions across every level of the plant.

Today's manufacturers confront an avalanche of options—hundreds of IIoT platforms, constant software churn, scattered data, and widening skill gaps. It's no surprise many initiatives stall before any digital ROI appears.

In this session, I'll share a proven, hands-on framework that cut through that noise for my own company, where we captured an extra 5% machine uptime—equivalent to nearly a week of added production capacity every quarter. The secret? Start with a single pain-point KPI, wire low-cost sensors for immediate visibility, and run focused 90-day pilots on a cloud-ready "data spine."

We'll explore how leading manufacturers combine just-in-time upskilling, strong cyber-hygiene, and Smart Manufacturing innovation communities (such as CESMII and MxD) to accelerate their internal productivity initiatives (throughput, quality, workforce efficiency, etc.) and avoid the pitfalls so often associated with these investments.

You'll leave with concrete, right-sized steps to build digital momentum—whether you run a small facility or a multi-site enterprise navigating the complexities of Industry 4.0.

Join American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) for an insightful session on the transformative journey of Plex elasticity. Discover how AAM transitioned from MES to ERP, enhancing operations and streamlining processes. Learn about the MES deployment in winter 2024 at Hausach, Germany, the move to Plex for EDI, and the ERP rollout in early 2025. Explore challenges, solutions and the team behind the second deployment. Attendees will gain practical insights, real-world case study knowledge and strategic advantages of Plex ERP integration.

Implementing supplier Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and a supplier portal in the automotive supply chain offers significant benefits. Hear from Linamar and their experience with enhanced efficiency, accuracy, and compliance by automating data exchange, reducing costs, and Just-In-Time manufacturing. Hear how they used the supplier portal for centralized information, improved collaboration, and streamlined processes, fostering transparency and stronger relationships. Together, these technologies optimized supply chain performance and reduced operational costs for Linamar.

Discover how modern control systems can revitalize legacy equipment. This project-focused presentation explores Doncaster Group's upgrade of an outdated melter control system, detailing how advanced diagnostics, process automation, digital recordkeeping and automated reporting improved operational efficiency, reduced errors and provided management with real-time decision-making tools.

In this panel discussion, you'll hear from Rockwell Automation customers about how the FactoryTalk® Optix™ portfolio helped them design modern, innovative solutions that solve customer challenges, streamline commissioning, deployment and maintenance, and create new ways to work together with their End Users.

RSDC of Michigan is the largest metal coil and blank processor in North America, processing up to 1.2 million tons annually. RSDC leverages cutting-edge technology to provide real-time tracking and reporting of customer inventory, which is mission critical in the toll processing industry. Utilizing advanced data analytics and IoT integration, RSDC ensures up-to-the-minute status updates, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making. RSDC will share their innovative system, highlighting key features and benefits that empower them to maintain optimal inventory levels and streamline supply chain management.

Learn how Daikin, a leading HVAC company, has managed to standardize operations across its sites to drive cooperation and results at a corporate level. By integrating with their ERP and other business systems, and leveraging common maintenance tasks, schedules and parts, Daikin has standardized operations across numerous sites with more than 10,000 assets in the system. The maintenance teams have also amassed over 600,000 work orders and PMs with Fiix® CMMS. With the effort to standardize in maintenance mode, they have set their sights on the future by incorporating AI into their maintenance systems to work towards prescriptive maintenance.

The teams that thrive aren’t just skilled, they’re also versatile, agile and provide diverse perspectives and innovative solutions to solve not only current but also anticipated future business challenges. These “Future Ready Teams”  don’t just happen, they require an intentional organizational focus on sourcing, culture and development. In today’s fast-moving world, being “ready” is no longer just about addressing current needs, but also about being able to adapt quickly to address the needs and opportunities of a fast-changing business environment. This talk will address why inclusive sourcing and culture aren’t  just “nice to haves,” but key drivers of creating innovative, resilient and productive teams and organizations.

Industrial companies across every sector have an opportunity to reimagine operations by blending human expertise with AI. In this new frontier, Microsoft Fabric, Adaptive Cloud, and Rockwell FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™ enable enterprise-scale analytics tailored to plant and line operators. Learn how Industrial AI collaboration and orchestration amplify productivity, product quality, and adaptability—helping organizations tackle today’s challenges while accelerating innovation.

Do you want AI to automate your design process? Are you ready to manage risks like data hallucinations? AI excels at prediction, while APIs deliver accuracy in mission-critical tasks and configurations capture your business knowledge. Success lies in knowing when to harness AI, when to rely on structured automation and how to strategically integrate these powerful tools. Don’t miss this discussion on leveraging technology for a competitive edge with a smarter design automation strategy.

Join Sean Homan and Dennis Wylie as they share how Rockwell Automation is delivering integrated solutions that simplify complexity while unlocking new levels of performance. Hear how thoughtful innovation is helping customers modernize with confidence — streamlining workflows, enhancing usability and enabling teams to focus on what matters most. Get a close look at the new PointMax™ I/O and ControlLogix® 5590 and discover how simplicity and performance can go hand in hand to drive better outcomes across your operations.

As the pace of electric vehicle (EV) adoption remains uncertain, charging point operators (CPOs) must embrace flexible and scalable solutions to achieve efficient deployment and long-term success. Join Rittal for an exploration of how standardization, digital twins and end-to-end digital data can drive cost savings, streamline operations and enhance decision-making in EV infrastructure development. Attendees will gain actionable insights into how the EcoG switching matrix, housed in a standardized Rittal enclosure with integrated power distribution and climate control solutions, enables seamless system integration while maintaining adaptability for future expansion. Through expert perspectives and real-world applications, participants will leave with a clear roadmap for implementing smart, scalable charging networks.

In both renewables and Oil & Gas, enclosure systems must help protect against harsh weather, fluctuating loads and remote maintenance challenges. This session explores how to support SCADA-ready automation, enable remote monitoring and maintain UL/NEMA/IP compliance. Learn how to design for performance and scalability in solar farms, substations and processing facilities.

What if the path to net-zero wasn’t just greener — but smarter? The Armor™ PowerFlex® 330 distributed drive motor reimagines machines with straightforward simplicity, ultra-efficiency and a design that’s better for the planet. Join us to explore how cutting copper, weight and complexity can unlock performance, reliability and sustainability — all in one bold innovation.

As the industrial world advances through digital transformation, the need for engineers proficient in smart electrical design and integrated automation is accelerating. This session explores how incorporating EPLAN into university and college STEM curriculums equips students with hands-on skills in practical electrical engineering, controls design and digital twin technologies. Through an example from Purdue University, we'll share how future-ready programs are bridging the gap between academia and industry by aligning with real-world tools and workflows used by leading automation companies.

Industrial operations power the world, but they’re also increasingly at risk. In this session Vicky Bruce, Global Capability Manager, Cybersecurity Services will introduce a bold new approach to industrial cybersecurity — a solution suite that goes beyond isolated tools to deliver comprehensive protection across the entire risk landscape. Learn how our new cyber brand enables manufacturers to take a proactive approach to OT security and build resilience for the future.

Cybersecurity is essential for manufacturing to protect sensitive data, ensure operational continuity, prevent financial losses, and safeguard intellectual property. Learn how Microsoft and Rockwell Automation lead with security while transforming your operations with data and AI.

This year, Rockwell hosted a hackathon competition as part of Automation Fair®. The winner will be named on Tuesday, Nov. 18 during the event. Don’t miss this chance to join the winning team and hear firsthand about their peer-reviewed solution and their experience. With plenty of time for Q&A, they’ll share how they came to solve for a common industrial software and automation challenge. See how they used tools across ML/AI, energy management, DataOps, cloud, networking and more to bring home the gold.  

Join a dynamic discussion grounded in Rockwell Automation’s 2025 State of Smart Manufacturing Report. Discover the latest trends shaping the industry, from AI-driven productivity to workforce transformation and sustainability. This session will explore how manufacturers are navigating today’s challenges and preparing for tomorrow’s opportunities —  offering actionable insights and a forward-looking perspective on the evolving smart manufacturing landscape.

Developing a digital twin includes not just a simulation of system components but also its real time representation with continuous data feeds from the hardware. This session discusses how Ohio University through its Appalachia SMART initiative has developed a true digital twin of a part sorting system with two FANUC ER-4iA R30iB robots, an Allen-Bradley® CompactLogix® 5300 series controllers, and software such as Emulate3D®, FANUC Roboguide, FactoryTalk® Logix Echo, Studio 5000® and other software development kits.

Join this session to see firsthand how Platinum System Integrator TriTech transformed its design and manufacturing workflows using EPLAN software, Rockwell Automation digital data and Studio 5000® design software integration. Discover how these tools streamline collaboration, achieve consistency and enhance project efficiency. Through expert insights and real-world examples, this session will equip you with practical strategies to enhance automation efficiency, improve documentation consistency and drive faster project completion.

Machine data collection and analysis have been happening for a long time, starting with a paper clipboard, and progressing to modern, network-based solutions. Come see Jim Barry speak about this topic, and the need to get contextualized information directly from the equipment, so that your data lake doesn’t turn into a “data swamp”. Jim has over a 20-year history of machine data collection, and understands the need for effective information models that can be the basis for analysis of machine health, energy usage and scrap/downtime reduction.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have long been seen as communities of connection and support, but their impact extends far beyond belonging. Today, ERGs are powerful engines of value creation, fueling inclusion, strengthening employee engagement and contributing to business outcomes. This panel will explore how ERGs serve as partners in shaping culture, amplifying voices and unlocking innovation that drives growth. Attendees will hear examples of how ERGs are bridging people and purpose to create ripple effects felt across the broader business. More than just add-ons, ERGs can be a force multiplier for both culture and competitive advantage.

What if safety wasn’t just a feature — but a mindset woven through every phase of your operation? In this session, we’ll walk through the safety lifecycle, spotlighting key innovations that simplify implementation and elevate protection. Customers are hungry for a holistic approach — and we’re here to show how safety can be smarter, more connected and seamlessly tied to your strategy.

As grid infrastructure becomes more digitized, electrical enclosures in energy generation and storage face increased heat loads. Explore how advanced cooling systems can help prevent thermal failures in renewable and conventional energy applications.

Automation NTH helps Life Sciences and medical device manufacturers rapidly scale production using flexible, automated solutions powered by MagneMotion® Lite intelligent conveyance system by Rockwell Automation. By leveraging independent cart technology and integrated control architectures, manufacturers can reuse validated processes while reducing clean room space, increasing throughput and achieving cost savings with enhanced precision and scalability.

We're forging the path of the industrial transformation, exploring new technologies and developing digital solutions for the Connected Enterprise®. Join us to learn about the latest Allen-Bradley® hardware, FactoryTalk® software and LifecycleIQ™ services and solutions that are available — or coming soon — for you to consider on your next project.

We've had a lot of updates in the independent cart technology (ICT) portfolio. New products, new tools and new software all combine to take your ICT system to the next level and give you capabilities that you never had before. In this session, we'll walk you through the newest members of the ICT family and some new applications they enable, as well as enhancements we've made to the software to allow you to get more out of your current systems. We'll show you new tools that make sizing and simulating an iTRAK® easier than ever. We'll talk about what the product lifecycle looks like and where it might make sense to start changing over to the newer hardware. Finally, we'll give you a sneak peek into what we're working on next to allow you to take your ICT systems even further. There will also be a Q&A session at the end for you to ask all your ICT questions and talk to us about any application ideas.

Discover the new Armor™ PowerFlex® 330 integrated drive motor, an eco-friendly On-Machine™ solution that's revolutionizing material handling applications. See how DeviceTools™, our new mobile app, makes it easier than ever to commission, operate and maintain drives. And learn how Advisor, our new web-based tool, can help you select products and design drive systems.

Discover the new ControlLogix® 5590 controller and the latest innovations in the Logix portfolio. Explore how the latest Logix hardware and software work together to unify your operations, enhance productivity and simplify complex applications. Designed with safety, security and scalability in mind, these solutions help you meet today's demands while preparing for tomorrow's challenges.

Explore the latest enhancements and features of the FactoryTalk® View software portfolio in this informative session. We will discuss the new capabilities introduced in the most recent release, showcasing their potential to elevate operations technology. Additionally, we will cover the role of system-level tools and cross-product integration in creating more efficient and effective operational environments.

Discover the newly released products and features in our visualization software and hardware portfolio, and preview what's planned for the upcoming year. This session showcases how new capabilities enable scalable solutions, efficient application design, access to real-time information and improve operator effectiveness.

The FactoryTalk® Remote Access™ solution provides secure remote connectivity to industrial automation devices from anywhere in the world. In this session we'll explore what's new, and demonstrate options that enable you to seamlessly connect, troubleshoot and support your industrial automation from anywhere.

Join us for a panel with Plex customers to explore how Plex Connected Worker empowers your workforce and drives productivity through innovative solutions. Gain insights and best practices from manufacturers across various industries on enhancing workforce connection and collaboration.

Outdated automation systems often lead to increased unplanned downtime, higher support costs and a lack of flexibility. Understanding these limitations and risks is crucial in keeping your operation running smoothly. Join us for a panel discussion on staying efficient and competitive by leveraging a partner dedicated to your long-term success, one who can help develop a plan to boost uptime, lower total cost of ownership and build resilience into your production processes and systems.

Join our panel for a discussion on the evolving landscape of OT cybersecurity regulations. Panelists will address high-priority compliance requirements, strategies for evaluating regulatory applicability, and methods for implementing effective policies that balance security with operational demands. Gain actionable insights to navigate this complex regulatory environment while enhancing your organization's security posture in industrial settings.

Join us for an engaging panel discussion on green hydrogen, featuring leaders from a services company specializing in optimization solutions, a customer sharing real-world challenges and a strategic partner. Discover cutting-edge innovations, explore practical solutions and learn how collaboration is driving the future of sustainable energy. This session promises valuable insights and actionable strategies for anyone invested in the green hydrogen revolution.

Explore how automation and innovative technologies drive sustainability across sectors. The panel will include leaders from different organizations discussing the role of automation, cutting-edge technologies, cross-industry collaboration and AI's impact on reducing carbon footprints. Gain insights and be inspired by leading companies paving the way to a sustainable future.

Energy today presents a complex puzzle, balancing low-carbon goals with the need for reliability and affordability. Together, we'll explore the most pressing challenges in the energy landscape and how diverse stakeholders are working to address them. This forward-looking conversation will examine both external and internal hurdles organizations face as they design and plan for a future defined by constant change. From launching new capacity projects to optimizing existing operations, success depends on access to critical raw materials, dependable infrastructure, accurate cost modeling, and a strong foundation for scaling into data-rich, energy-intensive environments.

In an era where sustainability is paramount, industry leaders are at the forefront of driving change and innovation. This panel session brings together Rockwell Automation executives from diverse sectors to discuss the pressing sustainability challenges and the opportunities that lie ahead. The session will delve into critical topics such as climate change mitigation, resource efficiency and sustainable business practices. Panelists will share insights on how their organizations are navigating these challenges, leveraging technology and fostering collaboration to enable customers to reach their sustainability goals. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on the strategies and solutions that are shaping the industry's approach to sustainability and how these efforts can be scaled to make a global impact.

Learn how to optimize your visualization applications with an open, scalable, extensible platform. This session will provide an introduction to the FactoryTalk® Optix™ portfolio, along with highlights of its latest features. We'll also highlight the benefits that cloud connectivity and FactoryTalk® Hub™ bring to this flexible visualization platform.

In this session, we will explore how OptixEdge™ is redefining possibilities at the edge. Discover how this powerhouse device can seamlessly collect, process and deliver data to the cloud while providing flawless web visualization using the intuitive Wizard Application or FactoryTalk® Optix Studio™. Experience the unmatched flexibility of deploying containerized applications with Docker Engine. Lastly, learn to manage and troubleshoot devices on the machine subnetwork effortlessly with FactoryTalk® Remote Access™ solution.

In the current dynamic environment, industrial companies are focused on boosting workforce productivity and addressing labor shortages. Join our session to explore real-world examples of how FactoryTalk® Remote Access™ solution transforms work processes through seamless integration with FactoryTalk® Optix™, FactoryTalk® View and FactoryTalk® Design Studio™.

In this session, we will introduce the expanded architectures and use cases possible with FactoryTalk® Optix™ today and in the future. Learn how you can build a system that spans application needs from edge to enterprise.

We provide both IT and OT the ability to securely manage and scale visualization systems with ThinManager® from machine level and beyond. Learn how to capitalize on your investment in FactoryTalk® View SE with ThinManager®, and how we are leveraging modern technologies like docker containers and innovative design tools in FactoryTalk® Optix™ to decrease downtime and maximize productivity.

In this session, you'll discover how Plex Connected Worker — a unified suite spanning Engineering Technology (ET), Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) — can leverage connected manufacturing platforms like Plex automation and orchestration and FactoryTalk® Optix™ to truly empower your frontline workforce. We'll explore how real-time insight, guided instruction, contextual information and seamless data flow can connect employees to purpose, people, productivity and process. You'll leave with an actionable roadmap for implementing these technologies so you can boost retention, engagement, collaboration and overall operational efficiency across your facility.

Unlock a new era of continuous improvement with Plex by Rockwell Automation's lean collaboration solution. See how real-time alarms and PLC triggers generate actionable tasks, how you can connect teams via embedded chat and how you can drive performance with key performance indicators. Learn how this digital engine enhances lean practices without replacing your existing automation — turning insight into action, faster.

Digital transformation, edge-to-cloud and modernization are important concepts to recognize when developing a forward-looking strategy for your automation system. Join us for a deep dive into the capabilities of a next-generation HMI system. Whether you are looking to replace or augment your existing system, analyze the data that exists in your system, or are looking for tools that will help save time, this session will shine a light on new technology to address those needs.

Discover how the provisioning and management platform automates PlantPAx® deployment and lifecycle tasks. Powered by Ansible, this tool streamlines manual processes into efficient, script-driven workflows. See live demos, explore platform capabilities, and learn how automation reduces risk, saves time and improves consistency across industrial systems. Deploy smarter and scale with confidence.

PlantPAx® serves as Rockwell Automation's premier process automation solution, delivering significant operational value through its core principles of integrated, characterized, supported and migratable. Attendees will gain insights into how our approach addresses process customer needs through each lifecycle stage of a system. We'll demonstrate how organizations across industries have leveraged PlantPAx® to achieve substantial ROI through improved process optimization and reduced downtime.

For Food & Beverage manufacturers, controlling costs and product quality is essential to business success. Join this session to explore how Rockwell Automation's technologies at the edge and in the cloud can be leveraged together to maximize productivity. Plex Elastic MES provides a flexible package of modular, interoperable capabilities that can be deployed from the cloud to manage production planning and scheduling, production execution, quality, yield and more. At the edge, Rockwell Automation solutions such as FactoryTalk® Batch, FactoryTalk® Pavilion8 and more execute and optimize automated production processes. Together, the edge-to-cloud solutions from Rockwell Automation are a potent tool to plan, execute, analyze, and optimize Food & Beverage and other process industry automated manufacturing processes to gain maximum throughput, yield and quality while minimizing costs. 

Pharmaceutical manufacturers face increasing pressure to balance compliance, quality and operational efficiency. A robust MES is pivotal to navigating these challenges. This session shares BioTissue's success story, showing how PharmaSuite® solutions help streamline material tracking, batch record management and equipment oversight. Real-world examples demonstrate how these capabilities drive regulatory compliance, quality, scalability, agility and business value in an evolving market.

Alco Energy, Europe's largest biorefinery and a leader in bioethanol, implemented FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® Model Predictive Control (MPC) across their processes, from milling to distillation. This advanced MPC platform has driven key improvements, including increased production, reduced energy use, better yield, and enhanced plant stability. This session highlights how this collaboration enabled digital transformation and sustainability in the ethanol industry.

Scale your control and simplify your program workflows with ease. Discover how the new FactoryTalk® Design Workbench™ software and Micro800® controller enhancements can help you reduce engineering effort and speed time to market with lower system cost. Learn how the software, developed with a consistent user interface and unified experience as Logix software, allows for easier development and troubleshooting. Gain design efficiency and operational productivity for your micro control system.

This session will cover key information for IT and OT stakeholders as they navigate the OT ecosystem, and support OT control engineers as they are challenged to meet operational needs. Advanced topics related to the often-overlooked Ethernet communications subsystem that links control applications with the underlying network layer infrastructure will be addressed. Gain insight that will help you establish cybersecurity policies for Ethernet-enabled industrial systems and explore how this critical layer enables scalable and reliable operations.

Attend and see demonstrations on DataReady™ solutions that enable you to harness the power of contextualized machine data that is organized, flexible and easy-to-use:

• Benefit from a data foundation that's flexible to the needs of today and whatever tomorrow brings
• Differentiate with data-driven, intuitive equipment and the ability to seamlessly egress data into other systems
• Drive continuous improvement with machine performance and reliability insights from aggregated and organized data

Ready to level up? Come, get acquainted with PointMax™ I/O, our latest distributed I/O offering in the slice form factor, designed with simplicity and performance in mind. PointMax™ I/O further enhances your Integrated Architecture® system with an extensive portfolio to meet varied industry needs while providing an unrivaled, improved user experience. See firsthand how easy it is to design, install and maintain this new I/O platform and envision it in your machine or system.

Have you seen new technologies like Cloud or ChatGPT grab headlines but wondered if those will really change the industrial world?  Don't worry - that's where we started too! Join us in this engaging discussion where we'll bust common myths and ask tough questions about the applicability of cloud and Generative AI in our industry. We'll share insights about what we've learned and how these transformative technologies are shaping the future of industrial automation.

Learn how automation system design in the cloud modernizes your development efforts with collaborative workflows, integrated libraries and version control and generative AI. FactoryTalk® Design Studio™ delivers all this and more. Come see how we're innovating so you can too.

Learn how the Rockwell Automation ecosystem provides users with a comprehensive end-to-end control system solution, focused on the network layer. How are switch configurations (storage and migration from Stratix® 5700 to Stratix® 5200 switches) managed through the cloud-based FactoryTalk® Vault™? Learn how ControlFLASH™ Plus can be used for firmware management across network products. Join us for a demonstration of these tools and more with in-depth discussions from the product engineers.

Modernizing Logix control systems is key to staying ahead in industrial automation. This informative session breaks down strategies for controller migration that enhance performance, address evolving cybersecurity needs and achieve long-term system adaptability. By leveraging new technologies, organizations can extend their operations and elevate their competitive advantage.

Learn how FactoryTalk® Design Studio™ Copilot is using generative AI technologies to drive breakthrough productivity for designing, building and troubleshooting Logix systems.

Learn how businesses are using Emulate3D® software to stay at the forefront of automated-system design and commissioning, breeding resilience and agility into their systems with this advanced simulation and virtual commissioning platform. See how this groundbreaking software is used for simulating and emulating manufacturing, material handling and process/hybrid systems all in one place. Explore how you can take more control of your future, using modern DevOps and factory-scale virtual commissioning to navigate the challenges of developing complex automated systems.

Well-defined project inputs, like I/O lists, P&IDs, and process narratives, are key to successful projects. When combined with early engagement tools, these inputs help establish a consistent project direction from funding requests, ROI analysis, design decisions and end in a successful project execution while proactively mitigating risks and controlling costs. Learn about our integrated approach to delivering solutions, exemplified by our expertise in drive systems and process automation.

Over the past several years, numerous machine safety standards have been revised and updated. This includes ISO 13849-1, IEC 62061, ANSI Z244.1, ANSI B11.0, and ANSI B11.26. All of which are foundational to machine lockout programs, risk assessment and safety system design and integration. Join ROSS Controls and Rockwell Automation to learn how the global changes are aligning standards, making it easier for OEMs, integrators and End Users alike to maintain a consistent global safety system design.

The use of physical guarding is common and effective for machine safety applications. When access to the machine is required, the proper design of the guard doors and their interlocking safety functions is critical to optimize safety while enhancing productivity. This session will provide an overview of the ISO 14119 safety standard for interlocking devices. We will discuss how to apply ISO 14119, leveraging the various safety function application technique publications by Rockwell Automation.

When your process stops unexpectedly, the pressure is on to identify a cause, resolve the issue and bring your equipment back online quickly. Unplanned downtime can result in significant expenses to your company. In this session, learn about PowerFlex® drives' instrumental role in reducing downtime and how technologies from Rockwell Automation, including AI and predictive maintenance, can help you reduce production risk and increase machine availability.

If you're responsible for driving manufacturing process improvements, your role is critical in turning goals into results. Many manufacturers turn to autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) not just for isolated tasks, but as part of an integration strategy that brings autonomy and centralized control to material movement from dock to dock. In this session, learn how to integrate AMRs and align them with your operational goals to build a business case that supports long-term success.

Unsure if On-Machine™ solutions make sense for your applications? Join us for a fast-paced session where we break down the benefits, practical applications and limitations of these solutions. Learn how they can accelerate machine builds, improve reliability and reduce startup costs. Plus, get an exclusive look at the latest innovations designed to tackle your toughest challenges, including a new integrated drive motor.

While many devices can control a motor, they differ in their level of precision and control complexity. Join this session to learn about key considerations for different low voltage applications and get tips on how to properly select starters and motor control devices that can lower project costs.

The revolutionary Armor™ PowerFlex® 330 drive motor, designed for material handling applications, combines an On-Machine™ drive with an IE5 ultra-efficient motor, cutting size and weight by up to 50%. Participants will learn how this innovative solution supports net-zero carbon emissions targets while simplifying installation, enhancing safety and reducing total cost of ownership.

Many companies are under immense pressure to operate continuously while facing the challenges of rising energy costs. Learn how PowerFlex® 755 TR/TM regenerative drives work and which applications are well-suited for this technology. We'll look at the numbers and explain how to improve system efficiency and reduce operating costs by capturing energy and putting it back on the line. Help eliminate the cost of braking resistors and reduce floor space with this space-saving solution.

This session covers best practices for installing variable frequency drives (VFDs) to achieve optimal performance and safety. Topics include advanced techniques for input cabling and protection, effective grounding systems, managing single-phase inputs, helping prevent motor failures, mitigating reflective wave issues and achieving compliance with industry standards. Gain essential tips for power quality management, proper cable terminations and handling long cable lengths.

Product quality drives customer loyalty, brand strength and profitability. AI-powered machine vision is transforming quality control, defect detection and process monitoring. Learn how FactoryTalk® Analytics™ VisionAI™, a no-code SaaS solution, helps reduce defects and boost efficiency. This session explores real-world use cases, implementation strategies and how AI-driven anomaly detection powers process optimization and predictive maintenance.

Fiix® CMMS enhances maintenance management with its new conversational generative AI Maintenance Copilot, embedded directly within Fiix® CMMS and designed to tackle workforce shortages in maintenance teams. Automatically retrained in real-time, Copilot becomes your maintenance and asset knowledge base, allowing technicians to learn quickly, access relevant procedures, share knowledge and directly interact with their data. Join this session to discover how Fiix® Maintenance Copilot can help your team reduce downtime, boost efficiency and improve maintenance outcomes.

Follow the journey of Convergix, one of Rockwell Automation's partners, as they build their application — Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) — with FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™. The presentation will cover the process of designing, developing and deploying EAMS for one of Convergix's customers and how FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™ enabled Convergix to complete this work rapidly. Key features of FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™ and how it helped support EAMS functionality will be demonstrated.

Discover how manufacturers are enabling supply chain transparency to meet sustainability goals and comply with emerging regulations like the Digital Product Passport. This session examines how the traceability of raw materials and components, from source to final product, facilitates Scope 3 emissions reporting, mitigates risk, and provides the trusted data companies require to construct resilient, responsible and competitive global supply chains. 

Discover how AI, analytics and model predictive control (MPC) technologies are reshaping energy management in manufacturing. Explore three real-world case studies showcasing increased efficiency and sustainability.

This session explores zero trust security in industrial automation — from theory to practical application. Gain insight on developing a zero trust strategy for a plant, including topics such as secure communications, micro-segmentation and device-level enforcement for security. Learn how to take these principles and apply them directly into your Rockwell Automation ecosystem to begin or continue your zero trust journey.

Leaders face a crucial question — Which AI technology fits which operational challenge? This session provides a practical framework for matching AI capabilities to specific needs. We'll clarify how to apply traditional machine learning when causal AI adds unique value, and where generative AI delivers the greatest impact. We'll share implementation lessons from client examples to help you create a roadmap that matches the right AI to the right problems, turning potential into measurable results.

Desalination plants are notoriously expensive, consume tons of energy, require frequent maintenance and use a lot of raw materials. Your plant can run better. Get more efficiency and insights from today's modern technologies like AI and advanced process control. Discover how you can apply collected data from these technologies to maximize filter life, gain energy efficiency and reduce raw material consumption while making sure that water properties remain of the highest quality.

Effective maintenance strategies control costs and achieve smooth operation of industrial equipment. Preventive maintenance minimizes breakdown risks, reduces expenses and extends machinery lifespan. Prioritize inspections, servicing and predictive analytics to anticipate potential issues. Use this approach to gain substantial savings, improve equipment reliability and enhance productivity. Explore techniques for reducing maintenance costs via proactive prevention.

A leading lithium miner in Argentina using one of the world's most advanced processes is deploying Mining Operations Management (MOM) solutions to transform their lithium operations. This initiative focuses on improving metal accounting, operational visibility, optimizing production and enhancing decision-making across a very complex process. MOM provides the foundation to generate clean, useful data towards automated warehousing and autonomous operations. This session will explore strategies, benefits and key lessons learned from implementing MOM platforms in two of the most critical sectors in mining.

At Rockwell Automation's Asia Pacific Business Center in Singapore, we developed a holistic three-year decarbonization roadmap powered by data analytics and predictive capabilities. Using FactoryTalk® Energy Manager™, we enabled real-time monitoring, AI-driven decisions and predictive analytics to maximize energy efficiency, reduce CO2 emissions and operations cost and support business continuity. Our work helped position the Asia Pacific Business Center as a global smart manufacturing and sustainability showcase.

Using smart-connected, data-driven, digital solutions, today's material handling challenges can become tomorrow's competitive advantage. This session offers practical guidance on deploying cutting-edge virtualization, automation and industrial AI capabilities, underpinned by robust data management, enterprise integrations and cybersecurity. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and unlock step-change benefits across your supply chain through real-world case studies presented by industry experts.

Unlock the power of data-driven insights and AI to transform your decision-making process. Discover how AI-driven applications help you capture and use data effectively, enhancing efficiency and driving innovation. Learn how TechConnectIQSM uses generative AI and ML to improve support through search and chat and explore planned enhancements. See how AI integration with services like an Installed Base Evaluation™ (IBE) and Asset Management provide valuable insights to boost efficiency across your facilities.

Discover an evolved approach to yield optimization as rising costs, shifting consumer demands and complex production put pressure on food & beverage manufacturers. Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) identifies yield issues — now what? In this session, learn three proven solutions to resolve troubled areas related to yield. Learn actionable steps to pinpoint the root cause of inefficiencies, reduce losses and lay a foundation for AI/ML-driven productivity and future growth.

The digital twin establishes a track record of real ROI and differentiation for machine builders and their customers. Virtual representations of physical assets, processes, and systems enable machine builders to drive operational efficiency, innovate faster and enhance their relationships with customers, while also offering benefits to the customer. This session will cover leading practices for digital twin, supported by real-world examples from machine builders and their End User customers.

Manufacturers face significant workforce challenges, including labor gaps and evolving industry skills. Learn how to approach these challenges through upskilling and professional services programs. Discover how we leverage these programs for technicians and engineers alike to combat upcoming changes in the manufacturing workforce.

A digital process fit and scale-up solution accelerates tech transfer in pharma. Using general recipes from PLM, it evaluates process capability requirements against factory assets, identifying alignments, gaps and line constraints. This enables quick scale-up to site-specific recipes that map to MES process blocks. Hear how companies can reduce transfer times, de-risk scale-up, achieve data integrity, support distributed manufacturing with greater agility and drive faster time to patient.

OEM equipment is the foundation of a modular facility  — it enables a faster time to market with high-quality validation-ready technology that reduces the overall risk on your facility construction and qualification. However, each OEM has a different approach to their application software design that can lock a producer into a plant constructed out of operational and digital silos. This makes OEM coordination paramount for producers' ability to achieve their Pharma 4.0 vision. In this session we're joined by BW Design Group to demonstrate the importance of creating the specifications for OEM equipment to enable your facility to meet and exceed your digital initiatives before procurement. From this session, attendees will learn to collaborate effectively with their organizations with OEM and technology partners to describe and implement their Pharma 4.0 vision. 

Manufacturing recipes and workflows represent critical intellectual property in Life Sciences, yet managing these assets through software evolution remains challenging. This presentation demonstrates how modern MES platforms, like PharmaSuite® MES, can help protect and optimize process knowledge while enabling smooth transitions during system upgrades. Learn practical approaches to recipe remediation, discover tools for efficient building block migration, and understand how to preserve data integrity while implementing new functionality in your manufacturing execution system.

Companies aren't failing at digital transformation because it's flawed — they're applying outdated mindsets to a digital-first world. Learn how Simmons Foods used a value-driven approach to define its IT/OT strategy, align stakeholders and turn plans into action. This session shares how our digital value accelerator helps prioritize investments, build roadmaps and accelerate value from digital initiatives — even with limited resources.

Hear how a global food & beverage leader demonstrated the transformative impact of digital twin technology in driving innovation and operational excellence. By modeling and cataloging production lines, you'll learn how the company supported its expansion internationally and launched a digital twin for a new facility in North America. This initiative used virtual commissioning and simulation real-time optimization, showcasing how digital twins are revolutionizing operations and enabling scalable growth.

With more than 50 divisions competing to serve End Users in an array of industries, ProMach is rolling out a strategy to differentiate its processing and packaging machines and win the race to capitalize on AI and other digital technologies. ProMach will outline their vision for transformation at the corporate and divisional level, guided by a Digital Program Office (DPO) and site-specific assessments to prioritize use cases for faster time to value.

Production Logistics transforms dock-to-dock material flow by integrating physical autonomous systems with digital solutions to reduce costs and boost efficiency. Learn how we optimized material flow using autonomous mobile robots, manufacturing execution system and fleet manager systems at our Twinsburg, Ohio facility. Our repeatable approach to deploying Production Logistics improves time to value, maximizes returns on material handling investments and paves the way for future advancements.

CPG manufacturers are looking for steps to drive down their production costs. Join this session to hear our top recommended solutions for near-term ROI based on our deep expertise in both manufacturing and digital transformation. Our experts will cover three use cases, how they work and real results for these strategic solutions that help manufacturers immediately target operating cost improvements.

As the heavy industry continues its journey toward making its operations autonomous and sustainable, key players are looking into advanced process control and AI strategies to optimize the use of their assets. In this session, we will explore how Croatian cement producer NEXE partnered with Rockwell Automation to implement FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® Model Predictive Control across their facility in Nasice, from the feasibility study to the project delivery and benefits achieved.

A leading semiconductor manufacturer tackled energy efficiency in utility systems with AI. Using an AI-powered optimization platform, real-time SCADA data and digital twin models were integrated to enable predictive, optimized control of the chiller network. The result — a scalable solution that reduces energy consumption and built a foundation for future AI-driven innovations.

This session will introduce Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® Model Predictive Control (MPC) technology. Learn about the role of artificial intelligence in process control and optimization, the foundational elements of MPC and recent success stories from various industries across the globe. Discover how manufacturers are achieving significant ROI — often with payback in under one year — by leveraging MPC to drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality and sustainability.

Providing safe food & beverage products maintains your standing as a reputable food manufacturer. Plex, by Rockwell Automation, has blended features into its QMS and MES solutions that promote safe process management by helping prevent hazard occurrence through HACCP, and seamlessly manage inventory — and process exceptions — with silo and tank management and lot traceability. The overview of these tools demonstrates how your QMS and MES need to work together to ensure that you consistently deliver safe products to the consumer.

Explore the power of "Connected Intelligence" in manufacturing with AI-driven insights, when solutions like FactoryTalk® Analytics™ VisionAI™ and QMS integration converge with plant data from platforms such as Plex Analytics. This session will showcase AI applications in quality control and process automation, highlighting their impact on business efficiency and responsiveness. Learn how Plex's "headless MES" capabilities, like REST APIs and ODBC connectivity, enable a bring-your-own-AI strategy, allowing you to integrate your preferred AI/ML tools with comprehensive manufacturing data for advanced insights.

Visual inspection is 87% effective and requires seven layers of inspection to achieve 100% inspection. To alleviate the inaccuracy and ineffectiveness of visual inspection Plex QMS and FactoryTalk® Analytics™ VisionAI™ can communicate product requirements and inspection results, storing the completed data in Plex QMS. This session reviews how the solutions work together to provide accurate, real-time inspection results and remove the inefficiencies that affect visual inspection.

As the workforce ages and experienced employees retire, companies face the challenge of losing valuable knowledge and skills. This session will explore how Plex Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Quality Management System (QMS), along with other Rockwell Automation solutions, can tackle this issue. Through engaging use case discussions, we will demonstrate how these tools capture and retain critical process knowledge, ensuring continuity and efficiency. Learn how Plex MES can document and automate complex production processes, preserving essential knowledge as senior employees retire. Discover how Plex QMS can maintain high-quality standards and compliance, even as experienced workers leave. Benefits include improved data accuracy, streamlined operations, enhanced quality control, and significant cost reductions by reducing waste, optimizing resources and minimizing downtime. Attendees will gain practical insights into addressing the challenges of an aging workforce while boosting overall productivity and quality.

Cloud adoption for MES is rapidly growing due to business benefits such as lower total cost of ownership, modular scalable capabilities and the ability to centrally manage and monitor manufacturing. The rise of highly automated and the trend to autonomous manufacturing coupled with the need of 24/7 manufacturing raises the question on how to simultaneously achieve the highly available resilient manufacturing with the benefits of cloud MES technology. Rockwell Automation’s elastic MES offering with Plex cloud-based MES and FactoryTalk® ResilientEdge™ solutions answer this question by deploying an edge-based MES component to integrate with highly automated manufacturing systems and buffer data without loss offering resilience to manufacturing in the event of temporary disconnection for the cloud. Join this session to learn about the benefits of a resilient elastic MES by leveraging cloud and edge-based technologies to achieve scalable, highly available, automated manufacturing.

This session explains how to effectively use your Plex data to improve your manufacturing process. We'll cover the standard reports available out of the box, the flexibility of connecting MES data to other tools via ODBC for custom analysis, and the power of the embedded Plex Analytics Platform to transform raw data into clear visuals and trends for identifying problems and driving continuous improvement. By understanding the built-in reporting and external data access, you'll gain a perspective on how informed decisions can improve your manufacturing operations.

In today's turbulent business landscape, companies face unprecedented challenges in maintaining efficient production schedules. Production scheduling systems are the central nervous system of every manufacturing organization. It is one of the connective tissues enabling the connected workforce, and it is critical in achieving that the activities of the workforce are organized to maximize production outcomes. This session will explore the potential of Finite Scheduler to empower a connected workforce and maximize organizational adaptability under conditions of high turbulence.

Discover how Plex Extend is reshaping the future of MES. Learn how new tools enable manufacturers to automate processes, customize workflows, tailor documents and adapt the system to their unique needs with ease. This session will showcase how our latest innovations open up new possibilities, providing unprecedented flexibility and agility for your operations.

Drug substance and active pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing present unique automation challenges that are distinct from secondary pharmaceutical operations. This presentation explores the intricate material flows, co-product handling and flexibility demands of API processes. Learn how modern MES platforms, like PharmaSuite®, address these complexities while delivering regulatory compliance, seamless field automation integration and comprehensive process documentation. Discover practical data collection and exception-handling approaches in this demanding manufacturing environment.

Join us in this session to evaluate the implementation of optimization solutions powered by AI to reduce resource consumption and operational cost. It is estimated by BCG that 15% of global emissions can be reduced by leveraging AI. Come with us to see practical use case scenarios, and challenges for evaluating the feasibility of implementing these systems, as well as the next steps to start your journey.

Join us to explore Rockwell Automation's commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) pillars and our continuous efforts to enhance our products and processes. This session will delve into Rockwell Automation's innovative Design for Sustainability and Circularity approach in new product development. Attendees will gain valuable insights from examples of carbon footprint calculations for various products of ours. Additionally, we will discuss the emerging Eco Design for Sustainable Product Regulation (ESPR) and our progress in meeting these standards. Learn how ESPR aims to enhance product information and data transparency through Digital Product Passports (DPP), while promoting circularity and sustainability. By attending, you'll discover practical strategies to advance your sustainability goals and stay ahead in the evolving regulatory landscape.

SABIC Polyolefine Gelsenkirchen, part of one of the world's largest chemical companies, implemented FactoryTalk® Analytics™ Pavilion8® Model Predictive Control, gaining real-time insights and data-driven optimization. This session will share how SABIC used predictive analytics to boost throughput, improve product quality, increase efficiency, and the lessons learned from enhancing production performance.

Milne Point is an oil and gas production facility handling 50,000 barrels of oil per day (BOPD). The Hilcorp team decided that the most economical solution to upgrading the legacy PLC5 equipment was a hot cut over. The collaboration of Hilcorp, Rockwell Automation, North Coast Electric and Sensia Global performed a hot cut over of the facility with no impact to safety or production, and saved Hilcorp millions by keeping the wells producing.

Hear first hand how a Saudi oilfield has undergone digital transformation thorugh a strategic, multi-phase initiative leveraging advanced technologies like IoT, edge control and AI analytics. This transformation enhanced operational efficiency, accelerated decision-making, and improved resource management for their lifted wells operations. With robust wireless infrastructure and integrated digital platforms, Sensia delivered a unified, high-performance digital oilfield solution that drove productivity and supported long-term sustainability goals.

Demo the new FactoryTalk® Design Workbench™ software to program a Micro870® controller application. Use the familiar user interface and consistent Rockwell Automation software user experience with the same project organizer and uniform ladder code illustration. Discover the power of this micro control software and its enhanced performance to reduce download/upload time for creating, building and testing programs. Be among the first to try this modern and user-friendly software.

New to FactoryTalk® View Site Edition? Need a refresher on the basics? In this lab, you'll learn about the basic capabilities and features of FactoryTalk® View Site Edition. Topics include creating an application, working with displays, working with tags, testing and running the application, applying graphic animations and creating trends.

Be one of the first to try their hand at experiencing the new PointMax™ I/O platform. Learn what we mean by maximum design freedom and grab the opportunity to configure different I/O module types from our extensive portfolio that provides flexibility for diverse application needs. See how PointMax™ I/O can help elevate your Integrated Architecture® experience via Premier Integration. Discover how digital tools like Integrated Architecture® Builder can help save time and get to the market faster.

Join this lab for hands-on learning of the basic programming practices for Logix Controllers with Studio 5000® Logix Designer application. This introductory course will build a foundation for Logix programming as well as introduce attendees to the Studio 5000® platform.

Discover the powerful features of open, scalable visualization. In this lab, learn how with FactoryTalk® Optix Studio™, you can rapidly design and deploy projects using object-oriented principles and the latest design concepts.

Join us for an immersive, hands-on learning experience focused on introducing participants to the fundamentals of Logix controllers with integrated safety. This lab-based training offers a comprehensive overview of the architecture, operation, programming and troubleshooting aspects of Logix safety controllers.

Access to historical data is critical to analyzing and optimizing your manufacturing process. This lab is an introduction on how to collect, store, analyze and visualize data using a robust data-capturing engine.

Discover the basic functionality of FactoryTalk® AssetCentre in a hands-on lab environment. Attendees will use the newly redesigned thin client, configure new assets and security and gather lifecycle data for a network inventory.

This lab is a guided tour of ThinManager® to learn how to solve some of the most common manufacturing challenges. You will explore how ThinManager® reduces total cost of ownership, enables a productive workforce, reduces unexpected downtime and helps secure the plant floor. This partially pre-configured lab allows for maximum exposure to the wide variety of functionality ThinManager® offers to maximize your operation's productivity and security.

From an operator's point of view, explore PlantPAx® HMI faceplates, control strategies and operating process simulations. Learn the steps and components necessary to start development of a PlantPAx® project using the Rockwell Automation Library of Process Objects.

This panel will examine how recent policy changes are reshaping the automotive industry landscape, from emissions regulations to electric vehicle incentives. Industry experts will discuss how manufacturers are adapting their production strategies to meet these new requirements while maintaining competitiveness. The session will explore how automation technologies are being leveraged to enable this transition, highlighting opportunities for suppliers and technology providers in this evolving ecosystem.

Industrial automation is no longer a "nice to have" — it's essential to maintain a competitive edge. Manufacturers are at various starting points in their journey to establish a connected chemical plant, and many struggle with what to do next. This presentation will guide manufacturers through the steps required to move from paper to glass and identify performance improvement opportunities to increase throughput, reduce operating costs and improve ESG performance.

This session introduces a comprehensive DataCenter automation framework that shows how you can integrate EPMS and BMS systems for greenfield deployments. Join us as BW Design Group shares how this architecture enhances operational efficiency and improves reliability through unified monitoring and control. Attendees gain practical knowledge on implementation strategies, integration standards and automation workflows that minimize commissioning time while maximizing operational performance. Walk away with actionable architectural blueprints and integration methods ready for immediate application.

This session explores integrated energy as the path to balanced fuel dependence during the energy transition, strategically using oil, gas and renewables. Key technologies enabling this balance include renewable grid integration, BESS for reliability, CCUS for emissions management and clean hydrogen. While decarbonization tech deployment is modest, early projects offer crucial lessons for innovation, cost reduction and scalability. Accelerating this integrated energy future requires strong alignment across industry, policy and capital expenditure.