Back by popular demand: drop in and find out about the features of our key product platforms through a unique one to one hands-on labs experience. With over 33 different labs on offer, including 5 uniquely available in the Drop-in room, don't miss your change to meet our experienced team of trainers. Best of all, no advanced registration is required, so stop by any time you have a free period in your agenda.
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Sessions Available
| Session Title | Session Description |
|---|---|
| Design to simulation MagneMotion® system fundamentals Hands-on lab | This session provides an opportunity for a self-guided demonstration and configuration of the MagneMover® Lite system, while also introducing Emulate3D as a design tool for independent cart solutions. Participants will have the chance to experience, learn, and engage with these technologies through hands-on exercises. |
| Increase production throughput with Platooning. Advanced design to simulation of a MagneMotion® system | Experience our advanced lab designed to elevate your engineering expertise. Using Emulate3D™, you will undertake a project that leverages the Independent Cart Technology libraries and program a MagneMover® LITE™ within the Studio 5000® environment. You will gain hands-on experience setting up a node controller in simulation mode, utilizing the Application Code Manager to generate a Studio 5000® project, configuring stations and commands for vehicle movement, and visualizing the track motion in a pre-configured Emulate3D™ environment. This lab highlights the MagneMover® LITE™ feature called Platooning, aimed at significantly enhancing system throughput. Join us to advance your technical skills and innovate your approach. |
| Networks Foundations: Stratix 2500 Lightly Managed Switch | This lab will take you through many features provided with the Stratix 2500 lightly managed switch with various switch configuration options available within the Device Manager web interface. You will review integration into Studio 5000 Logix Designer® for ease of setup and diagnostics purposes in addition to installing and configuring the new all-in-one Stratix Add-on Instruction (AOI) and corresponding Next Generation FactoryTalk® View Studio Edition (SE) faceplates for the Stratix 2500 lightly managed switches. |
| Controlling a PowerFlex 525 AC Drive | This lab provides the basics for setting up a PowerFlex 525 drive, and then creating a CCW and a Logix configuration to control the drive. |
| Entry Level Motion with Kinetix 5100 fundamentals | You will be introduced to the features and capabilities of the Kinetix® 5100 drive, along with various integration possibilities for your applications. Additionally, you will experience how effortlessly you can define your motion processes in different settings. |
| Integrated Motion on Ethernet/IP Fundamentals Hands-on Lab | In this lab, you will explore the key features and capabilities of a Kinetix® integrated motion on Ethernet/IP solution. You will see how easy it is to create and deploy a motion system by configuring, commissioning, programming and troubleshooting a Kinetix integrated motion application using Studio 5000 Logix Designer®. |
| Integrated Motion on EtherNet/IP Advanced Hands-on Lab | In this lab, you will explore the key features and capabilities of a Kinetix® integrated motion solution on Ethernet/IP. Choose the topics that interest you most. New modules such as master-driven speed control, indirect axis addressing, overtravel management and output cam and soft registration, or popular established modules like virtual torque sensor, axis test mode and 64-bit cam data capability, position camming and enhanced position camming (with merging features), advanced tuning and advanced safety. |
| Automation System Design in the Cloud Using FactoryTalk Design Studio Hands-on Lab | In this lab, you will explore how we're bringing modern software development efficiency to control system design. Discover how cloud collaboration enhances teamwork and accelerates productivity. Learn how generative AI can save time in your existing system design processes, and we'll answer your questions on how cloud-based design can help you deliver value now, and in the future. |
| PowerFlex 755TS Drive Fundamentals Hands-on Lab | Gain foundational knowledge on configuring and starting up the PowerFlex® 755T drive, and learn how to integrate it with Connected Components Workbench™ and Studio 5000™ Logix Designer. The session also covers Automatic Device Configuration and advanced predictive maintenance capabilities. |
| PowerFlex 755TS Drive Advanced Hands-on Lab | Explore advanced features of PowerFlex® 755TS AC drives with TotalFORCE® technology. In this hands-on lab, you will learn about permanent magnet motor control, adaptive tuning, load observer, integrated motion control and more. |
| Empowering Devices to Defend With CIP Security Hands-on Lab | One plant is down. Can you help secure the next? Learn how to help protect Rockwell Automation devices based on zero trust. Through instructor-led discussions, participants will learn about zone planning, certificate management strategies and how to implement CIP Security. Put the final configuration to the test with an instructor-led hacking demonstration. Gain practical experience highlighting the importance of implementing the last layer of defense for devices to help protect themselves. |
| Using FactoryTalk Linx Gateway to Securely Access and Manage a Control System Hands-on Lab | Discover how FactoryTalk® Linx Gateway securely and efficiently accesses control data, in this modular lab. Choose which interfaces you would like to explore, whether it's OPC-DA, OPC UA, DDE, Excel RTD or MQTT. Learn how the software's versatility efficiently handles large-scale data movement throughout the plant floor or prepares it for cloud applications. Explore how to use custom Excel workbooks to perform data upload/download, histogram logging and more. |
| Stratix Switches Fundamentals Hands-on Lab | Learn to integrate Stratix® switches into your plant network to improve reliability and manageability. Become familiar with Stratix® switches, management and diagnostic tools, including WebUI, Studio 5000® Add-on Profiles (AOP) and FactoryTalk® faceplates. Learn how to configure and monitor a Device Level Ring (DLR) for network resiliency. |
| Stratix Switches Advanced Hands-on Lab | As network designs adapt to meet evolving needs, advanced Stratix® switch features can help optimize performance. This hands-on lab covers Network Address Translation (NAT), network segmentation, connected routing, switch resiliency and security. Learn how to use advanced management and troubleshooting tools in Stratix® switches to resolve network issues, and be introduced to the command-line interface (CLI). Attendees should have basic familiarity with Stratix managed switches. |
| Introduction to Studio 5000 Logix Designer Application Basics Hands-on Lab | 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. |
| Studio 5000 Logix Designer: What's New and Next Steps Advanced Hands-on Lab | This lab will build on foundational concepts in Logix programming and explore more advanced workflows and programming concepts. The lab provides hands-on learning for advanced Studio 5000 Logix Designer® programming. |
| Automate Your Engineering to Increase Productivity With APIs Hands-on Lab | Discover how automation workflows through APIs translate to more productivity for engineers. This newly-extended, two-part lab will explore leveraging APIs for device management and offer a chance to sling C# code that adopts modern development practices. Gain direct experience in automated testing of Logix code to improve quality and efficiency. Learn to remove repetitive, manual tasks in Studio 5000 Logix Designer® application, ControlFLASH Plus® and FactoryTalk® Logix Echo, saving engineering time. |
| Introduction to Distributed HMI with FactoryTalk View Site Edition Software Hands-on Lab | 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. |
| Introduction to PlantPAx 5.40 Operations for End Users Hands-on Lab | 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. |
| FactoryTalk Batch Hands-on Lab | Gain an introduction to the FactoryTalk® Batch portfolio through hands-on learning. This lab will cover the basics of batch control with FactoryTalk® and explore the software packages that comprise a complete solution for your applications. |
| What's New in FactoryTalk View Site Edition Software Hands-on Lab | This lab on FactoryTalk® View Site Edition covers our latest release's new and enhanced features. Topics include our new DatalogPro integrated with InfluxDB, new runtime navigation menu options, new graphic controls, mobility enhancements and more. |
| PlantPAx 5.40: Bulk Engineering for System Deployers Hands-on Lab | Learn how to use the powerful features in the Application Code Manager (ACM) software to create PlantPAx® applications where content can be easily reused and duplicated. In this lab, you will use ACM to develop a project for a single mix tank by leveraging the control strategies and HMI graphics provided by the Rockwell Automation® Library of Process Objects. Afterwards, you will see how the application can be modified with bulk content to support a project with multiple mix tanks. |
| FactoryTalk® Security Basic | This lab addresses the FactoryTalk® Directory components and functions, and offers some ‘best practice’ steps in securing your system. You will explore practical ways to protect the intellectual property contained in your ControlLogix™ programmable automation controller (PAC), manage access to your control system hardware and software, and improve tamper resistance. This includes the application of FactoryTalk® Security. |
| Introduction to FactoryTalk Optix Visualization Platform Hands-on Lab | Discover the powerful features of open, scalable visualization. In this lab, learn how you can rapidly design and deploy projects with FactoryTalk® Optix Studio™, using object-oriented principles and the latest design concepts. |
| Introduction to Data Capture for Manufacturing With FactoryTalk Historian Software Hands-on Lab | Access to historical data is critical to analyzing and optimizing your manufacturing process. This lab introduces the fundamentals of collecting, storing, analyzing, and visualizing data using a robust data-capturing engine. |
| Introduction to FactoryTalk AssetCentre Software Hands-on Lab | Discover the basic functionality of FactoryTalk® AssetCentre in a hands-on lab environment. You will use the newly redesigned thin client, configure new assets and security, and gather lifecycle data for a network inventory. |
| Advanced Data Capture Methodologies for Manufacturing With FactoryTalk Historian Software Hands-on Lab | This lab will help you understand how you can contextualize and optimize your data by setting up a comprehensive asset framework, redundant interfaces and leverage plug-in tools like datalink for advanced computations. This will help you measure the true state of your machines, while also leveraging FactoryTalk® Historian notification capabilities to help inform key operators when thresholds are reached or exceeded. |
| Advance Your HMI Vision: FactoryTalk Optix Visualization Platform Hands-on Lab | Learn how to leverage the advanced features within the FactoryTalk® Optix™ platform. Study the more advanced functionality of FactoryTalk® Optix Studio™, allowing you to rapidly develop and deploy visualization projects using object-oriented principles, templates and IIoT protocols. |
| FactoryTalk® AssetCentre Advanced Hands-on Lab | This hands-on experience will show you how to keep your facility up to date using the Asset Inventory Agent and lifecycle management, configure and use the Management of Change (MoC) functionality and manage database growth in your FactoryTalk® AssetCentre system. |
| Introduction to Logix Integrated Safety Controller Hands-on Lab | Join us for an immersive, hands-on learning experience as we introduce you 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. |
| Advanced Machine Design With Connected Components Workbench Software | Discover digital engineering for Micro800™ controllers by experiencing Connected Components Workbench™ software capabilities such as the Micro800™ simulator, MQTT connectivity for IIoT and Ethernet implicit I/O messaging integration for Micro800™ controllers with Kinetix® 5100 and PowerFlex® 520 drives. |
| Logix Integrated Safety Controller: Advanced Applications Hands-on Lab | Learn how a machine safety system with GuardLogix® safety controllers can support dynamic safety functions to monitor speed and position in a more collaborative machine design. In this lab session we will demonstrate how a single controller is used for safety, standard and motion control. Highlighted products include the GuardLogix® integrated safety controller, FactoryTalk® Logix Echo software, and Kinetix® 5700-ERS4 with axis test mode. The new Studio 5000® version 36 safety signature element version control capability will also be demonstrated. |
| Introduction to FactoryTalk Design Workbench: Develop a Standalone Machine Application Hands-on Lab | 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. |