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We are working with customers around the world. These examples show how we listen to their challenges and work hard to help them save money, increase productivity, improve safety, and reduce downtime.
Arkansas Steel Improves Process With Analytics
1 March 2018
Arkansas Steel needed to improve workforce utilization and make continuous improvements. Software from Rockwell Automation helped increase yield by at least 3 percent.
Deyu Lights Up Efficient Battery Production
9 January 2018
Deyu's winding machines help customers achieve higher productivity and lower cost in battery production, and enhance the reliability and energy density.
Large-scale Integrated PM Motor Control Solution
9 December 2017
AT Equipment and Services GmbH, was tasked with the development of a precision control solution for two large permanent-magnet (PM) motors deployed in a dual-chamber shredding unit.
iTRAK Addresses Throughput Challenges
6 December 2017
ECONO-PAK was approached by Lotte Wedel to develop a packaging/cartoner machine that would more easily cater for varieties in packaging formats and product counts.
Agile Bulk Handling Equipment
30 November 2017
Find out how Rockwell Automation works with Flexicon Corporation to help them achieve a cost-effective, flexible and customizable solution for their machine development.
Water-Treatment Plant Deploys PlantPAx DCS
8 November 2017
In a recent clean water treatment project in Denmark, AB Electric A/S was tasked with developing and installing a comprehensive PlantPAx-based control and monitoring solution.
Smart Machine Helps Ease Safety Compliance
1 November 2017
Yalong’s gearbox assembly machine meets standard requirements for integrated safety, ultimately helping end users ease compliance and reduce costs.
Energy Efficiency in Modern Manufacturing Plant
1 October 2017
Bharat Forge Aluminiumtechnik provides innovative aluminium forging solutions for the automotive industry.
Energy Monitoring System Improves Visibility
25 September 2017
Find out how this global company improved energy efficiency and reporting through a single energy monitoring solution.
System Conserves Space, Improves Load Stability
14 September 2017
The Columbia Machine FL6200SW combines high-speed stretch wrap technology with a contemporary, modular and clean-design palletizer.
PlantPAx Decreases Costs and Increases Efficiency
31 August 2017
With a standardized system enabled by PlantPAx, the modern DCS, KCC was able to improve efficiency, reduce engineering time, reduce downtime and improve maintenance.
ARC Resources Optimizes Artificial-Lift Systems
29 August 2017
ConnectedProduction well-manager solution helps ARC Resources maintain production levels from aging, depleting wells.
Rockwell Automation Improves Hydraulic System
29 August 2017
Thanks to Rockwell Automation servo drives and AC drives, Neotecman has reduced the design, installation and setup time of its hydraulic stamping equipment.
Integrated Architecture Reduces Costs and Time
22 August 2017
A global manufacturer of specialty papers and fibre-based engineered materials, wanted a new machine to connect seamlessly with a plant’s existing infrastructure.
Producer Sees Opportunity in Obsolescence
21 August 2017
Biopharmaceuticals producer upgrades skid control systems that are near the end of their service lives, and improves operations visibility and uptime in the process.
Intelligent Motor Control Simplifies Operations
21 July 2017
The E300 electronic overload relay helped to efficiently synchronize data between installed machines and devices.
Bottling Made Easy at Yalumba
20 July 2017
Yalumba implements new state of the art bottling lines to help reduce labour costs, increase production capacity and minimise occupational health and safety issues.
Combining Repeatability and Accuracy
5 July 2017
Liquid Pack worked with Rockwell Automation and NHP to design and manufacture a revolutionary new filling machine with uncompromised precision and accuracy.
Loparex Keeps Production Running
30 June 2017
The Sag-Correction System helped reduce sag-related downtime by 90 percent, annually saving $90,000 in lost production.
Repsol Unearths Benefits in SIS Migration
26 June 2017
Oil and gas company Repsol uses SIS migration to meet new internal safety requirements while minimizing obsolescence risks and improving visibility in the process.
Standardised Control Environment for Gas Network
20 June 2017
Bilfinger Greylogix creates standardised control environment at Gasunie across 15,500 km gas pipeline network.
Anglo American Upgrades to PlantPAx DCS
19 June 2017
Anglo American is one of the world's largest mining operations in the world with a capacity to produce 26.5 million tons of iron ore per year.
Improving Productivity and Footprint with iTRAK
18 June 2017
With variable pitch, higher speed and greater throughput forming the crux of a new assembly machine, Maga Active turned to Rockwell Automation with its innovative iTRAK® technology.
Columbia Pipeline Group Reaches 99.5% Reliability
12 June 2017
Systemwide integration technologies saves $2.3 million in maintenance and downtime.
Master Production with Independent Cart Technology
9 June 2017
KUKA evaluated the standard automation systems used in auto manufacturing facilities and saw an opportunity to create a system that would be flexible, efficient and cost effective.
Hiperbaric Machines Get a Connectivity Boost
7 June 2017
Enabled by EtherNet/IP network, the ControlLogix system helps perform remote management and maintenance tasks.
250-Acre Oil Tank Farm Streamlines Operations
6 June 2017
A U.S. liquid petroleum distributor implemented a virtualized distributed control system from Rockwell Automation in a new facility and reduced training and troubleshooting.
Tissue Machine Upgrade Future-Proofs Production
5 June 2017
Rockwell Automation Global Solutions leveraged their Integrated Architecture platform to deliver an industry leading tissue machine solution that future-proofs Asaleo Care’s production.
Data Analytics Help Boost OEE at Rockline
2 June 2017
A Rockwell Automation data-analytics solution helps Rockline Industries boost OEE by more than 20 percent.
Solving Obsolescence Issue with S88 Solution
30 May 2017
Optima Control Solutions solves obsolescence issues at leading UK biscuit manufacturer and delivers high quality S88-based batch control solution.
Madison Area Technical College Bridges Skills Gap
29 May 2017
The school teamed up with Rockwell Automation to create a new talent pipeline to fill growing need for skilled manufacturing technicians.
Logix Revolutionises Ship’s Systems Development
26 May 2017
Turkish maritime ship-board control provider leverages proven industrial hardware and software SCADA architecture to revolutionise ship’s systems development.
MedImmune Integrates Control With PlantPAx System
15 May 2017
Maker of FluMist nasal vaccine implements modern DCS to access critical information from disparate systems.
Shelf Ready Packing With Speed and Precision
12 May 2017
A leading food manufacturer upgraded their condiment production line to an end of line solution that takes the bottles and makes them ready for supermarket shelves.
MRA Pioneers Train Load Out Automation Technology
8 May 2017
Automating the train load out process delivers improved capacity, profitability and safety at Anglo American’s German Creek mine.
Dalian Metro System Cuts Energy Usage by 12%
1 May 2017
To better manage energy consumption, the Dalian China metro system implemented a FactoryTalk software solution ultimately reducing energy use by 12%
Potato Product Supplier Standardizes With PlantPAx
27 April 2017
Integrated production intelligence provides insight to real-time data, allowing operators to perform predictive maintenance procedures.
Quimikao Uses Process Automation Technologies
24 April 2017
A leading chemical producer increased production efficiency and improved product quality and consistency.
EMI Solution Gives Insight into Steelmaking
17 April 2017
To stay abreast of evolving technologies and customer demands, GrafTech utilized FactoryTalk VantagePoint software in its proprietary ArchiTech furnace productivity system.
New System Smooths Path to Consistency
10 April 2017
Industrial lubricant manufacturer reduces cycle time and product variance while batch and ingredient-management reports ease troubleshooting.
Prodesa Cuts 1,000 Hours of Engineering Time
8 April 2017
Using PlantPAx, Prodesa cuts 1,000 hours of engineering time in the development and implementation of the world’s second biggest wood pellet plant.
Wastewater Facility Standardizes with PlantPAx
3 April 2017
The City of College Station reduced energy costs by $65,000 annually while increasing production from 8.1 million gallons per day to 11.8 million gallons.
Tata Motors Migrates to New MES
22 March 2017
Indian automaker standardizes enterprisewide communication and connects plant floor to enterprise, opening door to production and efficiency gains.
Oil and Gas: Thinking Outside the Black Box
6 March 2017
Energy Control Technologies abandoned proprietary technologies in favor of an open-systems approach for a new turbomachinery process control solution.
MGE Automation Delivers Integrated Packaging Suite
1 March 2017
MGE Automation installs integrated packaging suite at a leading cereal bar producer, using a solution that lays groundwork for access to the connected Enterprise.
Upgrade Expands Process Flexibility
1 March 2017
Southwest Baking expanded its process flexibility and production by 5 percent with a batch system upgrade.
AGL Loy Yang drives long-term success
22 February 2017
An innovative drive solution – founded on the PowerFlex® 7000 medium voltage drive from Rockwell Automation® – helps streamline AGL Loy Yang’s mine conveyor system upgrade.
Manufacturing plant upgrade increases productivity
22 February 2017
The Global Solutions team applied their engineering capabilities to customise a partial line upgrade that integrates with the existing system to improve tissue production rates.
Steeling Time
22 February 2017
OneSteel Whyalla took advantage of a recent blast furnace repair to upgrade their critical skip hoist control system.
DELIN Elettronica Implements PlantPAx DCS
8 February 2017
A system integrator based in Modena, Italy, deploys the PlantPAx DCS for a gas dehydration process with integrated safety management.
Cost Effective Process Safety Solution Delivered
22 December 2016
Inspec Solutions, a leading steel producer, addresses safety concerns and gains easily expandable solution, with less cost and engineering effort.
Research Lab Increases Capacity With PLC Migration
21 December 2016
New research facilities at a major laboratory needed increased capacity from a chilled water plant. A PLC migration reduced downtime during the expansion.
Partnerships Help OEM Create Smart Machines
19 December 2016
Machine builder Curt G. Joa partnered with Rockwell Automation to streamline its engineering workflow for faster delivery times and a virtualized solution for customers.
Tata One Step Closer to The Connected Enterprise
14 December 2016
InControl Systems deployed a modernised Rockwell Automation-based kiln control system at Tata Steel addressing obsolescence & reliability.
Modernising HMI SCADA in the Food Industry
13 December 2016
Major food industry supplier reduces downtime by modernising their HMI SCADA using FactoryTalk HMI software.
Post Consumer Brands Takes a Bite Out of HMI Costs
12 December 2016
Virtualized HMI system from Rockwell Automation improves visibility into production processes and consolidates hardware.
Keeping the Parts Moving at Ford Plant in Cologne
5 December 2016
Rockwell Automation and a SI have helped Ford in Cologne with the relocation and recommissioning of a conveyor-driven storage area from an older site into a live production environment.
PHA Czech Deploys New Door Module Assembly Line
5 December 2016
Global Solutions team tasked by PHA Czech s.r.o. with the development of a complete control solution for a turnkey door module assembly line and end-of-line test stations.
Plantwide Control For Arrium’s Iron Knob Mine
1 December 2016
Designing, installing and commissioning modular crushing and screening equipment to process and stockpile hematite iron ore with minimal downtime.
Legacy Controls Migrated to an Integrated Solution
14 November 2016
Livestock compound feed manufacturer sees simpler migration result in a faster, more robust and economically effective network and automation infrastructure.
Gancia Bubbly Gets New Life Thanks to the PlantPAx
4 November 2016
The complete modernisation of their sparkling process control enables F.lli Gancia to take one more step towards The Connected Enterprise
Tereos Sugar: Intelligent and Sustainable Refining
31 October 2016
Leading sugar producer replaces legacy DCS with PlantPAx to obtain and integrate boiler control for vital operations.
Andon Solution Delivers Better Decision Making
26 October 2016
Toyota appraised a number of technologies for its new digital Andon system and approached Rockwell Automation for a new solution based on more up-to-date and open technologies.
iTRAK Helps Slash Changeover Times By Up To 50%
26 October 2016
Optima and Intigena realize the benefit of iTRAK coupled to modern, flexible Integrated Architecture solution from Rockwell Automation. Changeover times cut by as much as 50%.
Fully Autonomous Wellsite Skids With PlantPAx DCS
20 October 2016
Frames Flow Control & Safeguarding has used PlantPAx and AADvance on nine fully autonomous well-site skids at the Nawara oil field in Tunisia.
Servo-Driven Palletizer Delivers Versatility
17 October 2016
Columbia Machine FL6200 palletizer features a floor-level design that combines robotic-like precision with the simplicity of a conventional system.
Vallourec Drilling Products Triples Output
13 October 2016
A leading global supplier of drill pipe for energy companies increases efficiency, reduces changeover times.
Drug-Maker Improves Compliance With MES Software
10 October 2016
By completely eliminating the paper-documentation burden from production operations, MES helps increase efficiencies, reduce costs and enforce compliance in real-time.
Milk Specialties Global Taps Data to Meet Demand
4 October 2016
Milk Specialties Global uses manufacturing intelligence to quantify and justify operational improvements, and to empower workers in plants.
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Hillshire Brands Mobilizes Information
26 September 2016
Plant increases visibility for new US FDA food-safety regulations, improving compliance and reducing quality deviations and waste.
Eli Lilly Boosts Productivity With HMI System
20 September 2016
Eli Lilly experienced production delays due to a legacy visualization system. After upgrading its HMI system, the company has reduced downtime and improved productivity.
Chemical Plant Ramps Up to Full Production Quickly
5 September 2016
Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 7000 medium-voltage drive addresses power, start-up and operational issues at critical chemical process in The Netherlands
Modern HMI Provides Manufacturing Intelligence
1 September 2016
Tyson Foods faced obsolescence of the operating system supporting its HMI application.
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation
30 August 2016
AECC benefits from sustainable emissions monitoring, reduced operating costs, and greater accuracy through software CEM from Rockwell Automation.
Hospital Saves Energy with Integrated Architecture
22 August 2016
York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust sees significant energy savings thanks to the Integrated Architecture from Rockwell Automation.
New Technology Enhances Profile Machining
15 August 2016
TPS delivers a world first, automated, robotic solution for machining long length aluminium extruded profiles utilizing the Rockwell Automation motion control and drives product portfolios.
Agile Multi-Axis Packaging Solution Created
10 August 2016
Leading machinery supplier to the ice cream industry designs state-of-the-art packaging solution for demanding production environments.
Recipe for Success: Addressing The Aging Workforce
9 August 2016
With key members of their workforce retiring, Southwest Baking invested in the future of its most junior employee to help meet aggressive production targets.
Technology Drives Mineral Processing Productivity
1 August 2016
Developing an innovative application to advance mineral processing quality and recovery for mines around the world.
Advanced Continuous Emissions Monitoring
1 July 2016
Rockwell Automation maintains a leadership position in mandated emissions monitoring with unparalleled experience, knowledge and value-based solutions.
SPECBREW Brewing System Improves Flexibility
26 June 2016
The new, modular SPECBREW system meets the needs of craft breweries of any size and configuration. It's built on a Rockwell Automation platform.
Process Automation System Streamlines Production
17 June 2016
New system from Rockwell Automation helps 14 disparate mining buildings operate on a single, unified control system.
Anglo Platinum Gains Production Intelligence
1 June 2016
The world's largest platinum producer implemented the PlantPAx process automation system, gaining access to data to track recipes in real time and make adjustments as needed.
Cardinal Ethanol, LLC
1 June 2016
A Plant-wide Optimization Solution from Rockwell Automation helps Cardinal Ethanol achieve significant margin gains and sustainability benefits.
Oxford Landing Deploys Latest in Wine Making
23 May 2016
Wine maker increases capacity and efficiency while maintaining quality with new automation process.
Oxford Landing Deploys Latest in Wine Making
23 May 2016
Wine maker increases capacity and efficiency while maintaining quality with new automation process.
Anchor Glass Drinks in Savings With Modern DCS
20 May 2016
Anchor Glass implemented a PlantPAx modern DCS to improve energy efficiency after an aging furnace was threatening productivity.
Safety Record Success At Fairfax's Tamworth Press
12 May 2016
Printer deployed an innovative safety solution for its press operations at a greenfield site.
OEM Solution: Newfoil Machines Limited
10 May 2016
Newfoil Machines Limited has become world leader in the field of roll fed hot foil label printing and converting machines and can boast over 1,500 installations in 90 countries worldwide.
Cancer Treatment Facility Reduces Time in Clinic
9 May 2016
Clinic managers recognized the need to improve patients’ wait time. Arena simulation software improved the experience for both patients and staff with minimal disruption.
Leading U.S. Pork Producer Optimizes Supply Chain
2 May 2016
To create a more efficient and cost-effective system, The Maschhoffs used simulation software to test scenarios before making operational changes.
Zhejiang Medicine Company Drops Paper with MES
2 May 2016
Zhejiang Medicine Company used PharmaSuite to establish batch management as the core of an MES system to ensure compliance and efficient production.
Yuhan-Kimberly Updates Tissue Plant in South Korea
4 April 2016
Smooth migration increases productivity with no downtime while adding process control and safety over a single network.
Mine Implements Technology to Keep the Lights On
29 March 2016
Variable frequency drives help coal mine in Wyoming reduce energy consumption and lower unplanned downtime while helping increase safety.
Agropur Gains 30 Hours of Annual Production Time
28 March 2016
Agropur’s largest facility needed manufacturing intelligence for continuous improvements. They discovered 30 hours of additional production time per year.
Encore Tissue Plant Upgrade Increases Productivity
10 March 2016
A leading manufacturer of toilet tissue and kitchen towels in Australia upgraded its drives to increase line speed, meeting safety standards and minimizing downtime.
Encore Tissue Plant Upgrade Increases Productivity
10 March 2016
A leading manufacturer of toilet tissue and kitchen towels in Australia upgraded its drives to increase line speed, meeting safety standards and minimizing downtime.
GEA Orengine Increases Plant Capacity
7 March 2016
Sustainability within an easily replicable project that supplies enough supplementary electrical energy to cater for the needs of an entire village.
Fonterra Deploys Completely Integrated Plant
1 March 2016
Leading multinational dairy company successfully deploys worldwide in-house standards on single-solution, single-supplier Connected Enterprise compliant control infrastructure.