New facility delivers 24/7 threat monitoring, rapid response and AI-driven cybersecurity for industrial operations across Asia Pacific.

SINGAPORE, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has launched a Security Operations Center (SOC) in Singapore, enhancing cybersecurity resilience for industrial customers across Asia Pacific.

The new facility is part of Rockwell Automation's global network of Managed Security Services and delivers 24/7 real-time monitoring, advanced threat detection and rapid incident response through its SecureOT™ Security Monitoring and Response capabilities. Designed to address the growing convergence of IT and OT environments, the SOC helps industrial companies detect, respond to and recover from cybersecurity incidents faster and more effectively.

Located within Rockwell's Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore, the SOC serves as a regional hub for Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services. It integrates vendor-neutral data ingestion, contextualized threat intelligence, and risk-based prioritization, enabling industrial teams to focus on the most critical vulnerabilities across complex, multi-vendor environments while ensuring rapid response and step-by-step remediation guided by Rockwell's cybersecurity experts.

"Cybersecurity is now inseparable from digital transformation," said Marcelo Tarkieltaub, regional director, Southeast Asia, Rockwell Automation. "Our new regional SOC hub in Singapore reflects our commitment to helping manufacturers connect, automate and protect their operations end-to-end. Having multiple capabilities under one roof allows for deeper collaboration and faster response, delivering stronger protection for our customers' critical operations. It enables them to test and engage with our capabilities firsthand, an important step for organizations evaluating the right partners for their cybersecurity journey."

 "The opening of our regional SOC reinforces Singapore's role as a cybersecurity hub for the region. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with local agencies, academia and partners to strengthen industrial resilience and upskill new cybersecurity talent. In fact, we've recently onboarded several young professionals with cybersecurity majors, building their expertise to support global clients in the industrial security space."

Companies in the region face growing threats such as data theft, extortion, and ransomware, in part due to Asia Pacific's critical role in global supply chains and its position as a technology and manufacturing hub. Rockwell Automation's 10^th Annual 2025 State of Smart Manufacturing Report found that cybersecurity has risen to the second most critical external risk for manufacturers in Asia Pacific, with nearly half of respondents planning to deploy AI and machine learning for cybersecurity use cases within the next year.

Rockwell Automation's SOC leverages Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR), a technology platform that combines automation, AI and analytics to streamline and accelerate responses to cyber threats. This enables Rockwell's Managed Detection and Response services to offer customers a single pane of glass view of cyber incidents and actions across multiple sites, as some global manufacturers need to monitor more than 100 locations.

Aligned with Singapore's national ambition to build a secure digital economy, the facility complements Rockwell's collaboration with the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) and industry partners to advance industrial cybersecurity maturity across the region. It will also host training workshops and customer simulations, giving participants hands-on exposure to real-world OT threat scenarios.

The new SOC builds on Rockwell's SecureOT™ Solution Suite, which encompasses Strategic Advisory, Managed Industrial Networking and Infrastructure, Asset Management, Risk and Vulnerability Management, and Incident Response services.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

SINGAPORE, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) published its 2025 Sustainability Report, which showcases how the company is bringing together technology and manufacturing for a more sustainable tomorrow.

"As both a manufacturer and a trusted partner to industrial companies around the world, Rockwell is uniquely positioned to lead the transformation of operations through innovation and sustainability," said Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO, Rockwell Automation. "Our technologies help customers reduce energy use, minimize waste, and lower emissions while improving productivity and quality. From smart machines and digital twins to advanced motion control and cybersecurity, our solutions are enabling manufacturers to meet their sustainability goals without compromising performance."

The report reflects how Rockwell's sustainability strategy is embedded across the business, from how the company designs and innovates, to how the company sources, manufactures, and delivers solutions to customers. It's built around three core focus areas: Environment, Social, and Governance.

• Environment: Advancing energy and emissions management, designing products for sustainability, and building a responsible supply chain.
• Social: Creating a culture that empowers our people, prioritizes safety, and invests in the future workforce.
• Governance: Demonstrating integrity in everything Rockwell does—from cybersecurity and product safety to enterprise risk and ethical leadership.

The company drives outcomes that extend across stakeholders:

• Sustainable Customers: Enabling customers to meet their own sustainability goals through scalable, intelligent solutions.
• Sustainable Company: Working relentlessly to make Rockwell's operations and culture even more safe, efficient, and responsible.
• Sustainable Communities: Investing in the places where employees live and work, creating lasting impact through education, workforce development, and environmental stewardship.

Our actions are grounded in measurable progress:

• Setting science-based targets to help deliver on emissions reductions.
• Investing in adaptation and resilience, climate-proofing supply chains.
• Scaling digital and AI solutions that unlock efficiencies and improve risk visibility.

"These efforts are not about checking boxes. They're about building a more resilient business and creating long-term value," said Emmanuel Guilhamon, Vice President, Sustainability, Rockwell Automation. "Sustainability is a growth strategy, and this report is our way of showing how that strategy comes to life."

Read Rockwell's 2025 Sustainability Report.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise® to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

MELBOURNE, Australia, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco, a worldwide leader in networking and security, and Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced a collaboration to propel digital transformation of the industrial market in the Asia Pacific, Japan and Greater China region. The announcement was made as the two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the same.

Cisco and Rockwell Automation provide technologies and services that enable manufacturers to optimize operations, enhance productivity, and ensure the security of their industrial networks. This collaboration will see the two companies coming together to facilitate the implementation of advanced automation solutions, such as connected factories and industrial IoT, while also addressing the unique challenges and requirements of manufacturing environments.

"As industries across APJC embark on their digital transformation journeys, our collaboration with Rockwell Automation is poised to deliver significant value for our customers," said Kartika Prihadi, Vice President, Partners & Routes to Market Sales, Cisco. "By joining forces, we aim to empower industrial enterprises with cutting-edge secure connectivity solutions that drive operational efficiency, enhance productivity and unlock new growth opportunities."

The MOU signifies a deeper commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation between Cisco and Rockwell Automation, as they work together to harness the power of digital technologies and automation solutions to meet the unique challenges of the APJC industrial market.

"At Rockwell we firmly believe in the idea of better together and we are excited to embark on this journey with Cisco to accelerate digital transformation in Asia and the Pacific," said Shovan Sengupta, regional vice president, Market Access, Rockwell Automation. "By combining our strengths and capabilities, we are well-positioned to help industrial enterprises in the region navigate the complexities of digitalization and achieve sustainable growth."

Addressing the digital skills gap in the manufacturing sector

Cisco and Rockwell Automation will also work towards training and building a wider talent pool to address the digital skills gap in the manufacturing sector. This will be done by leveraging Cisco's Networking Academy program and Rockwell Automation's partnerships with universities across the region.

Cisco Networking Academy is one of the longest-standing IT skills-to-jobs programs in the world. Cisco Networking Academy provides high-quality IT and cybersecurity courses, learning simulators, and hands-on learning opportunities via a learning platform to support instructors and engage learners in 190 countries. To date, over 20 million global learners have taken Cisco Networking Academy courses to gain digital skills. Additionally, 95% of students that have taken Cisco certification aligned courses have attributed obtaining a job or education opportunity to Cisco Networking Academy.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 29,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

About Cisco

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SINGAPORE, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has unveiled its new Customer Experience Center (CEC) in Singapore.

The Experience Center showcases the latest innovations in AI, robotics, and virtual reality and will help the region's manufacturing, mining and heavy industry sectors to embrace digital transformation. The new center showcases smart manufacturing solutions for targeted industries in Southeast Asia and will help customers to understand the benefits of the Connected Enterprise and its potential to positively impact their businesses.

At the inauguration, Marcelo Tarkieltaub, regional director, Southeast Asia, at Rockwell Automation said, "Our new Experience Center reflects our dedication to pushing the boundaries of industrial innovation. It offers an immersive experience for our customers to envision the future of manufacturing and automation. From AI to virtual reality and robotics, industry leaders will witness firsthand the transformative power of technology in shaping the future of industry."

The CEC is situated within Rockwell's Asia Pacific headquarters and alongside its largest manufacturing facility in the Asia Pacific region. The plant produces many of Rockwell's wide range of products for customers worldwide, while the CEC will allow customers to experience Rockwell's latest manufacturing technologies and get an insight into future solutions. Together visitors will receive a comprehensive experience spanning from inception to completion. 

By 2030, the manufacturing industry in Southeast Asia is expected to generate up to USD$600 billion a year, according to Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, such as automation, IoT, and the latest smart manufacturing revolution, is reshaping the landscape and improving efficiency and sustainability.

The manufacturing industry represents approximately 20% of Singapore's GDP and the country is embracing digital transformation. With a strategic focus on key Southeast Asian industries like life sciences, semiconductors, water/wastewater, oil and gas, food and beverage (F&B) and consumer packaged goods (CPG), Rockwell Automation is playing a pivotal role in Singapore and Southeast Asia's smart manufacturing evolution.  

Emphasizing the growth of the region's manufacturing sector, Marcelo said: "With the growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and a strong manufacturing base, Southeast Asia is well-positioned to lead in smart manufacturing for the rest of the decade. According to the eighth edition of our State of Smart Manufacturing Report, close to half (44%) of APAC manufacturers plan to adopt smart manufacturing within the next year."

The CEC will also open to school and university students to give the next generation of engineers, scientists and technologists a chance to get hands-on experience with the technologies they will be using in workforce. Supporting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is a key tenet of Rockwell Automation's corporate social responsibility. By providing students with opportunities to engage with industrial technology beyond the classroom, the company aims to foster a practical and professional understanding of these fields, contributing to the development of future skilled professionals.

Rockwell Automation has been in Asia Pacific for over 40 years and continues to invest in its vision of expanding human possibility and digital transformation for its customers across the region. The company is supported by a network of close to 150 distributors and system integrator partners across Southeast Asia. As a market leader in digital transformation and industrial automation, it offers a wide range of products and solutions, including The Connected Enterprise®, manufacturing execution systems, digital transformation, smart manufacturing systems, human machine interface, and smart devices such as in-cabinet modular I/O and independent cart technology.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 29,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

CUBIC Modular Switchboard and Motor Control Center (MCC) Systems Save on Maintenance Time While Enhancing Sustainability and Safety in Production Environments

SINGAPORE, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced the regional availability of its CUBIC product line. CUBIC specializes in IEC-61439 compliant modular enclosure systems for the construction of power and electrical panels.

The CUBIC product line serves fast-growing industries such as renewable energy, mining, data centers, chemical, Food and Beverage and infrastructure. It was previously available in a limited capacity in some Asian markets but will now be widely available across the region.   

The manufacturing sector is actively embracing smart transformation to progress towards a more sustainable future. A stable and reliable electrical power management system plays a crucial role in optimizing manufacturing processes and paving the way for safer, more sustainable, smart manufacturing environments.

Conventional switchboards with fixed metal enclosures often integrate circuit breakers and electrical connection components within the same panelboard, where circuits are not entirely independent. During adjustments or maintenance of the switchboard, engineers risk interference with electrified circuits. This compromises safety and can lead to potential production line stoppages.

"CUBIC's modular switchboards can help enterprises transition from conventional power systems to a safer, more sustainable and intelligent future," said Eric Wo Asia Pacific MCC Business Manager at Rockwell Automation.

"The majority of industrial companies are still using traditional fixed switchboards. However, as global sustainability awareness rises these companies increasingly need to utilize IEC compliant intelligent power solutions. CUBIC's modular switchboard system can help these companies to become more productive, improve employee safety, reduce downtime and better meet emerging global expectations for sustainable manufacturing."

Switchboards and MCC are designed to defend equipment connected to a power supply from the threat of electrical overload. They help control, protect, and isolate power systems. Modularity and standardization helps improve performance and safety in a number of ways. Some key features and benefits include:

• With a standardized modular design, the panel size and configuration can dynamically adjust to fit the available factory space. Compared to traditional switchboard panels, this approach can significantly save assembly time. Additionally, CUBIC's patented multi-flexible copper busbars (CU-Flex) allow for connectivity in irregularly placed cabinet positions, enabling more flexible electrical configurations along production lines.
• Operators can utilize CUBIC's pull-out automatic power-off feature to conduct individual panel maintenance, thereby maintaining operational efficiency on the production line. Traditional panels require users to power off all circuits before undergoing maintenance. This process can often take an hour or more for simple maintenance. However, with CUBIC, Rockwell customers have reported time savings of up to 95% on maintenance time reducing downtime from hours to minutes.
• Adhering to the IEC 61439 Form1-4b standard, CUBIC prioritizes the safety of both operators and equipment, helping to comply with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals concerning sustainable production and consumption patterns.
• CUBIC's flat-pack packaging significantly reduces the space required for transportation and assembly at the factory. Its tool-free assembly feature accelerates setup time, reduces the amount of packaging materials required, reduces transport costs and takes up less space on the factory floor. All of which contribute to reducing the product's carbon footprint.
• CUBIC's Galaxy visualization design software solution includes a 3D full-angle view feature to conduct comprehensive panel design and verification prior to build and installation.

During a digital transformation project, compliance, cost of implementation, and time of establishment are common considerations for a manufacturer. By utilizing the flexible modular CUBIC switchboard system, factories can start with implementing the power system before gradually adding other more complex areas. It can be a first step towards establishing a more sustainable and secure production environment.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 29,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

About CUBIC

CUBIC was founded in 1973 based on a unique idea of a modular system for the construction of electrical panels. This idea has since the early start developed CUBIC into a global and recognized partner within electromechanics and with a product range that comprises any type of enclosure. CUBIC's solutions are used in industry, in mining and in airports.

NEW DELHI, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) has partnered with ISAP India Foundation to modernize dairy farming in the water-scarce region of Antargaon in Wardha District, Maharashtra. The initiative—"Economic and Social Development of Indian Village Through Technology-Enabled Dairy Farming"—also involved collaboration with technology implementation partner eVerse.AI to implement the corporate social responsibility (CSR) project. 

India has the world's largest bovine population and is a leader in milk production. However, it faces challenges such as low milk-yield per animal and insufficient quality of milk products. The decentralized structure of dairy farming in India and limited awareness about scientific veterinary practices among rural farmers contributes to these issues. 

By partnering with ISAP India Foundation—a not-for-profit agency engaged in leading national-level livelihood promotion and agriculture marketing consultancy—Rockwell aims to improve livelihoods of dairy farmers in one of the most water-scarce areas of India by using innovative products and services that leverage digital technologies for livestock development through scientifically-proven veterinary practices. 

The initiative provides a suite of services to dairy farmers, including:

• Supplying Internet of Things (IoT) enabled collar devices for tracking vital health parameters of dairy animals;
• Providing mobile phone based alerts and advice to farmers from veterinary experts;
• Use of muzzle-based biometric identification system to provide digital identity to animals along with 12-digit Pashu Aadhar;
• Use of eVerse.AI's newly launched CowGPT platform to provide accurate insights and advisory to dairy farmers about animal health, ration balancing advisory services, fodder development activities, supply of quality animal feed, village level animal health services, dairy farming extension programs (training, demos, expert visits), market integration activities for milk sale, and the creation of additional revenue sources for families of dairy farmers utilizing animal waste products.

The project, which began in May 2023, has already yielded promising results. In a recent field visit to Antargaon, progress was shared with local dairy farmers through an interactive session. Farmers expressed positive feedback, citing a 15-20% increase in milk production within the last six months. Milk quality has also improved, helping them to achieve higher prices and increasing household income. 

"We are thrilled that our CSR project at Antargaon, Maharashtra, is already showing early signs of success and providing tangible benefits to local farmers, and augmenting their incomes," said Dilip Sawhney, managing director, Rockwell Automation India. "We are confident that this project will continue to help the people of Antargaon to benefit from the technology-enabled scientific management of the health and reproductive cycles of their farm animals. Projects like this will eventually lead to improved incomes and better quality of life in rural communities throughout India."

SINGAPORE, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has appointed Mariya Prempeh as country manager for Singapore, effective immediately. Mariya will be responsible for the company's business operations and direct sales in the country.  She reports to Marcelo Tarkieltaub, regional director for Southeast Asia, Rockwell Automation.

Mariya has more than 10 years of experience in sales and marketing, working with enterprises across the globe in a various of technology sectors. Prior to joining Rockwell Automation, she was the Singapore general manager for Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon. At Leica Geosystems, she was responsible for creating a diverse high-performing team and helping the company achieve strong financial growth despite the pandemic. Mariya was also formerly with Hilti Corporation, a multinational company that develops, manufactures, and markets products for the construction, building maintenance, energy and manufacturing industries.

"I am thrilled to join Rockwell Automation as country manager for Singapore, extending the company's strong footprint in the country, particularly in key manufacturing sectors such as life sciences, semiconductor, and oil and gas. I aim to leverage my expertise to strengthen the team's capabilities and accelerate our growth in Singapore, tapping into the growing demand for smart manufacturing solutions," said Prempeh.

Rockwell Automation has been in Singapore since 1991. The country acts as the Asia Pacific and Southeast Asia headquarters with facilities including a large-scale manufacturing facility and a customer experience center. The company is currently supported by a strong partner network of close to 200 distributors and system integrator partners across Southeast Asia. As a market leader in digital transformation and industrial automation, it offers a wide range of products and solutions, including The Connected Enterprise® solution, manufacturing execution systems, digital transformation, smart manufacturing systems, human machine interface, and smart devices such as in-cabinet modular I/O and independent cart technology.

"Singapore's adoption of automation and advanced technology continues to lead the region. According to a Deloitte report, Singapore is the second most prepared country for automation, ranking behind Australia and ahead of Japan. This makes Singapore such an important market for us in Southeast Asia, contributing significantly to our business across Asia and worldwide," said Marcelo Tarkieltaub.  

"We are excited to have Mariya on board as we further strengthen our position and cater to the region's rising demand for advanced manufacturing solutions. Mariya's strong capabilities in leading country operations and nurturing high-performing teams, as well as her knowledge across various tech sectors, will help us expand our presence in the region," concluded Tarkieltaub.

Manufacturing is a major contributor to Singapore's gross domestic product (GDP), contributing about 21% or S$106 billion of GDP. The sector also employs about 450,000 workers, around 12% of the national workforce. In 2021, the Singapore government announced plans to grow the sector by 50% by 2030^[1]. To achieve this goal, the country will need to develop its competitiveness through innovation, producing higher-value products and increasing its capabilities in advanced manufacturing. Investment in automation and smart manufacturing solutions will be key to helping Singapore achieve its target.

Rockwell Automation has been in Asia Pacific for over 40 years and continues to invest in its vision of expanding human possibility and digital transformation for its customers across the region. With over 4,800 dedicated employees in the region and a robust ecosystem of partners collaborating towards delivering value for our customers, Rockwell Automation continues to transform the industry, unlocking potential and productivity through automated and connected innovation.

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About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com

[1] https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-grow-manufacturing-sector-50-percent-2030-430871 

NEW DELHI, Sept. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, concluded the third edition of its India Inc On The Move (IIOTM) event in Gurugram. The event brought together policy makers, business, and technology experts to decode how India can build a smart manufacturing ecosystem to remain globally competitive.

Delivering the keynote, Shri Arun Goel, Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, said: "For India to become advanced 25 years from now, the only way forward for Indian manufacturing is to adapt to smart. In the past four decades, India has established a strong foothold in the IT and manufacturing industries, and technology will continue to be a key component in industry 4.0. When we talk about disruptive technology, we need to develop the best quality manufacturing to match global standards and make it cost-competitive globally so that exports can be positively impacted. Hence, we are nudging the industry to achieve advanced standards through smart manufacturing and look forward to strengthening the sector to newer heights."

Speaking at the event, Scott Wooldridge, president, Rockwell Automation Asia Pacific, said: "Technology has played a critical role in driving India's economic growth in the past decade. By further accelerating its adoption of digital technologies within the manufacturing industry, India has an opportunity to emerge as a self-reliant (Atmanirbhar) nation and a global smart manufacturing hub."

More than 500 people attended IIOTM in person and over 3,000 joined virtually from around the world. Key conversations at this year's event included providing solutions to manufacturing challenges, creating a roadmap for self-reliance, technology innovations like cloud-powered manufacturing, digital twins and simulations, increasing operational proficiency, and providing effective strategies to future proof the manufacturing industry. 

"Companies today face multiple challenges in the form of rapidly evolving markets, market disruptions, and supply chain vulnerabilities. To meet these challenges, companies need to digitalize to become more agile, more resilient and to gain a competitive edge," said Dilip Sawhney, Managing Director, Rockwell Automation India. "Organizations that approach digital transformation not by fixating on acquiring new technologies but rather on unlocking different ways of doing business will emerge as winners. Digital transformation is a high-stakes commitment, so it's important for companies to select the right technology partners that can help implement their vision, mitigate risks, and provide a roadmap to success."

Over the last four decades, Rockwell Automation has been an active participant in India's manufacturing drive. Today, the company is at the forefront of the digitalization of enterprises and plays an instrumental role in advancing smart manufacturing ecosystem development. The company is committed to India's growth story; nearly one-third of Rockwell Automation's global software and control production operations management workforce is based in India, and the company focuses on global R&D capacity and smart manufacturing software development to help both local and global customers in their digital transformation journeys.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

New PowerFlex 755TS drive now available across Asia Pacific - plays major role in motor control applications, helps reduce downtime and gets motors running faster

SINGAPORE, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, announced the launch of PowerFlex AC variable frequency drive portfolio in Asia Pacific to support a broader range of motor control applications. This will give customers more flexibility, performance and intelligence in their next generation drive through TotalFORCE Technology.

The new PowerFlex 755TS drive is the first six-pulse drive to incorporate TotalFORCE technology from Rockwell Automation to help customers get the most out of their equipment. Previously only available in PowerFlex 755T drives with active front-end technology, TotalFORCE can now be used in a wider range of applications. This includes traditional fan, pump, and conveyor applications, and more advanced motor control processes that require high-performance features typically found in specialized drive solutions.

This addition brings a simplified and consistent user experience to virtually any motor control application in three key ways:

• Flexible, high-performance control: The drive's power range, voltage classes and performance capabilities meet the requirements of a wide range of motor control applications. This allows users to leverage a common drive for multiple applications, which can simplify support and reduce burdens on staff.
• Operational intelligence: Built-in predictive models use continuous operation monitoring to calculate the expected remaining life of drive components. These insights help users reduce unplanned downtime and maintenance costs by replacing components as needed instead of on a fixed schedule.
• Eased commissioning and optimization: Using a suite of features referred to as Adaptive Control, the drive monitors machine characteristics that can change over time and automatically compensates for changes. This helps users commission the drive quickly and maintain it for the life of the drive without a tuning expert. It also helps reduce mechanical wear and improve uptime.

"Significantly more industrial companies can experience the benefits of TotalFORCE technology now that it's available in a traditional six-pulse drive," said Sav Papadopoulos, business manager for low voltage drives, Asia Pacific, Rockwell Automation. "No other drive on the market delivers the combined performance and intelligence capabilities of the PowerFlex 755TS drive, which helps improve operational productivity and reduce burdens on the workforce."

The PowerFlex 755TS drive is available with an option for enhanced corrosive gas protection (XT) that helps improve uptime and extend the drive's operating life in corrosive gas environments. The drive has been tested and validated in one of the most severe corrosive-environment-test protocols. These tests combine industry-leading, 30-day exposure in mixed flow gas testing per ASTM B845 Method K with additional proprietary tests that go beyond any industry standard requirement known to date.

To help strengthen cybersecurity in industrial operations, the 755TS drive is CIP Security capable. When implemented, CIP Security helps fortify a control system by providing data authenticity, integrity and confidentiality. This helps defend against the risk of someone remotely accessing a network and acting maliciously.

The 755TS drive is designed to ease migration from other PowerFlex 750 drives. The 755TS drive is also a drop-in mechanical and electrical replacement for other PowerFlex 755 drives, even using the same physical dimensions, mounting-hole and wiring locations. It also uses the same slot-based architecture that allows users to continue using I/O and safety cards from their existing 750 drives. Lastly, Premier Integration into the Logix control platform helps ease drive configuration and programming.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

PowerFlex, Rockwell Automation and TotalFORCE are trademarks of Rockwell Automation Inc.
CIP Security is a trademark of ODVA, Inc.

Customers can experience cutting-edge, smart factory technologies in-person with the help of augmented reality solutions

SEOUL, South Korea, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today introduced its Customer Experience Center (CEC) in Korea at the Rockwell Automation Seoul office.

The newly opened center consists of five zones where customers can experience Rockwell Automation's latest smart factory technologies first-hand, including the motor control center, Independent Cart Technology, Internet of Things (IoT) control systems and cybersecurity systems, distributed control systems, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications. Hands-on demonstrations will be administered by Rockwell subject matter experts and visitors can download an AR-enabled app to experience the solutions for themselves. In addition, all solutions are operated based on real-time data, so visitors can behold the actual operation status of facilities.

"Many manufacturers are considering introducing smart factory technologies that incorporate information technology into their manufacturing processes to flexibly respond to changing markets and strengthen competitiveness through continuous innovation," said Yong-ha Lee, regional director, Rockwell Automation Korea.

"The CEC provides a one-stop location where customers can physically and virtually interact with our cutting-edge solutions and understand the value of the Connected Enterprise. I hope the center will be a place where customers can experience how digitalization can address real business problems and immediately begin developing tailored strategies together with us," added Lee.

Rockwell Automation is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation, providing cutting-edge smart factory solutions based on over 120 years of experience in industrial automation field, helping customers around the world strengthen their manufacturing competitiveness.

For more information and details on the CEC, please visit: Rockwell Automation Korea website.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

SINGAPORE, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Machine builders can design and program standalone machines more efficiently with the new Allen-Bradley Micro850 and Micro870 2080-Lx0E controllers using the latest Connected Components Workbench software release from Rockwell Automation.

These new controllers ease project implementation with the new DNP3 protocol, a set of open standard communication protocols used in SCADA and remote monitoring systems for precise data reporting. The controllers also have expanded DF1 support, two-way simultaneous and two-way alternate communications, to help improve CIP Serial communications through full- and half-duplex and radio modem modes.

These connectivity capabilities address more application requirements, specifically in the water/wastewater industry. In addition, the extended protocol support minimizes conversion risk for MicroLogix to Micro800 control system modernization. Users can boost productivity with the improved controller execution and I/O response performance, which speed up the design process for faster project development.

The new and improved capabilities in Connected Components Workbench software version 20.01 help advance design efficiency. The software simplifies the development of standalone machines that are built with the Rockwell Automation Micro Control System. Users can save development time through faster data transfer rates with upload and download performance improvement by 23% and 40% respectively.

The latest software release helps to ease configuration and address more water/wastewater application requirements with the expanded DNP3 and DF1 support, including half-duplex and radio modem modes. It can also improve system security through a new password set/verify and user project encryption/decryption in the plug-in memory module.

Connected Components Workbench software version 20.01 is the required minimum for Micro850 and Micro870 2080-Lx0E controllers. Users can benefit from a more secure programming environment with enhanced encryption between the software and the new controllers, and increased protocol authentication with Secure Authentication version 5 (Sav5) in DNP3 communication.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise^® to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

Allen-Bradley, Connected Components Workbench, Micro800, Micro850, Micro870, MicroLogix, and Rockwell Automation are trademarks of Rockwell Automation Inc.

Inaugural award show presented to distributors and partners in Asia-Pacific during in-person conference, gathers ecosystem partners to drive innovation, better serve customers

SINGAPORE, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced the winning partner companies coming out of the inaugural PartnerNetwork Awards at the Asia-Pacific PartnerNetwork Conference 2022 held on May 18 and 19 in Singapore.

The conference was an exclusive, invite-only event which saw the participation of close to 500 partners. It also included a virtual experience where attendees had access to live streams of keynote presentations and on-demand content post-event.

Following the theme "Better Together," the conference focused on redefining possibilities together with its partners, through collaboration, while reinforcing the value of the global community, to advance customer successes. From discussion sessions to engaging industry networking events, partners were on full display throughout the event, but especially during the first edition of the PartnerNetwork Awards.

The awards showcase honors the achievements of organizations that have successfully planned and executed innovative and transformational solutions. These organizations have found ways to impact one or more areas of their business through the application of Rockwell Automation and other partners' digital and disruptive technologies.

"The quality of award submissions we received was truly impressive," said Donald Shoemaker, regional vice president of global market access, Asia Pacific, Rockwell Automation. "Our partners in the region, across many industries, have worked together to not only help their customers transform digitally but also improve their manufacturing and supply chain processes, and build resilience to withstand unexpected disruptions."

Rockwell Automation would like to congratulate the winners, as well as all who entered:

Additionally, during the conference, SAGE Automation, Australia's leading independent industrial automation and control provider, was recognized as the first company globally to be designated as a Platinum System Integrator Partner under the PartnerNetwork Program. MESNAC, an international high-tech enterprise group from China, was also announced as the first Platinum OEM Partner from Asia-Pacific.

Rockwell Automation has been operating in Asia-Pacific for over 40 years and continues to invest in its vision of expanding human possibility and digital transformation for its customers across the region. With over 5,800 dedicated employees in the region and a robust ecosystem of close to 900 partners collaborating towards delivering value for our customers, Rockwell Automation continues to transform the industry, unlocking potential and productivity through automated and connected innovation.

For more information on Rockwell Automation's PartnerNetwork Program or to request more information from your local sales office, please see here.

About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork

Rockwell Automation believes we're better together—and we do our part by delivering an expansive, global partner ecosystem of market-leading technology, superior support and services, and an integrated and streamlined approach to business. Succeed on an international scale by utilizing our network's breadth of innovative technologies and services that no single vendor can provide alone. To learn more about how the PartnerNetwork™ is helping to deliver the value of The Connected Enterprise, visit PartnerNetwork Program.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

Top-level Rockwell Automation Platinum Partnership helps industry address current issues and prevents future ones

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, announced SAGE Automation as the first organisation globally to be designated as a Platinum System Integrator Partner as part of the PartnerNetwork Program. Based in Australia and India, SAGE Automation is an independent industrial automation and control systems integrator, delivering industrial automation design, delivery, and support globally. 

The program brings robust commercial and technical enablement to maximise system integrators' skills, recognise and reward performances, and provide the ability to find the right system integrator for a project to meet our customers' needs and achieve mutual success. As a Platinum System Integrator Partner, SAGE Automation will receive benefits including gaining enhanced recognition with customers and in the industry, as well as receiving incentives and product and technical support.

"The partnership between Rockwell Automation and SAGE Automation aims to deliver the full benefits of world-class automation to Australia, helping local industries obtain the widest possible breadth of expertise to make the most productive automation choices and avoid the high costs of uninformed decisions," said Anthony Wong, managing director, South Pacific, Rockwell Automation.

"Automation is no longer an option for many companies who wish to remain competitive – it is an imperative – and Rockwell Automation's collaboration with SAGE will simplify programming and lifecycle management, accelerating time to value for our customers," he added.

Machine builders, system integrators, and others will gain development and deployment efficiencies through the use of digital engineering tools. The combined Rockwell and SAGE Automation solutions will also offer benefits beyond enhanced integration. For example, end users can use analytics and digital twin tools to gain deeper insights into machine performance and potential production optimisation. They can also use safety and security solutions to reduce business risks.

"SAGE Automation is proud to be the first recognised Platinum Partner globally in Rockwell's System Integrator Partner Program. SAGE's industrial digitalisation services – through a data-driven approach combined with automation, scalable support and enabling internal capability – have accelerated thousands of client journeys around the world," said Adrian Fahey, group managing director, SAGE Group of companies. "Our partnership with Rockwell brings the technical experience and best thinking to these critical industries and projects, from supporting Australia's most iconic manufacturers, to the energy systems that power our homes, the safety solutions that protect workers in high-risk environments, and the systems that provide Australians with clean drinking water."

Rockwell Automation Australia's key focus industries in Australia and New Zealand include manufacturing, particularly food and beverage, resources, including mining, oil and gas, energy, transport, including automotive and metal working, water and smart wastewater and sustainability solutions.

"Achieving this level of partnership with Rockwell cements our position as a world leader, supporting our clients through times of change, and always delivering the certainty they rely on," concluded Fahey.

For more information on Rockwell Automation's System Integrator Program, or to request more information from your local sales office, please click here.

About SAGE Automation

Part of the SAGE Group of Companies, SAGE Automation is a leading Australian system integration organisation, helping users optimise performance with quality implementation and related services. SAGE delivers agile, scalable and secure solutions that not only address current problems, but also pre-empts and deters future ones. SAGE provides training and certification opportunities for system integrator partners and encourages customers to require that their preferred partners gain the highest levels of expertise and certification, thus achieving optimum recognition for their system quality in local and global markets.

About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork

Rockwell Automation believes we're better together—and we do our part by delivering an expansive, global partner ecosystem of market-leading technology, superior support and services, and an integrated and streamlined approach to business. Succeed on an international scale by utilising our network's breadth of innovative technologies and services that no single vendor can provide alone. To learn more about how the PartnerNetwork is helping to deliver the value of The Connected Enterprise, visit PartnerNetwork Program | Rockwell Automation United States.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

Extensive design options allow machine builders to tailor the ASEM^™ 6300 monitors to meet diverse application needs

SINGAPORE, May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced the release of a new line of industrial monitors that can help machine builders differentiate their machines and meet a wide range of application needs.

The new Allen-Bradley^® ASEM 6300M industrial monitors, part of the product family formerly known as VersaView^® 6300, offer several design options. These options give machine builders significant freedom to customize the monitors based on factors like cost, performance, and look and feel. Key design options include:

• Stainless-steel models, including IP66K-rated and IP69K-rated options, can meet the needs of users that have washdown requirements.
• Other models are also available to meet different needs, from economical aluminum options to edge-to-edge glass options for sleek, high-end displays.
• Single- and multi-touch displays allow machine builders to match the monitors with their preferred software or to a user's operating requirements.
• Monitor sizes range from 8.4 to 24 inches and are available in both standard and widescreen formats.
• A long-distance option that will soon be available allows a monitor to be placed up to 100 meters from a PC for applications like extended production lines.

"The ASEM 6300 monitors can be customized for a wide range of applications, helping machine builders set their offerings apart from the competition in both performance and appearance," said Paramananda Choudhury, business manager of ControlLogix/ interface panel business at Rockwell Automation, Asia Pacific. "By combining high-resolution displays with an ultra-modern appearance, you create monitors that boost the performance of even the most high-performing smart machines."

All ASEM 6300M monitors have high-resolution displays to deliver critical production information in clear detail. The monitors can display up to four tiles of information on a single screen, giving operators not only insights like performance data and work instructions but also high-resolution videos and real-time camera feeds.

When paired with the Allen-Bradley ASEM 6300B industrial box PCs, the ASEM 6300M industrial monitors can help machine builders realize valuable time savings. The two products connect and integrate seamlessly, reducing the time that engineers need to spend configuring monitors to work with PCs.

The monitors also provide a standardized cutout for easier replacement. Whether a machine builder chooses a standard or widescreen monitor, they will be able to upgrade to future versions of that monitor without having to alter their machine design.

The ASEM 6300M industrial monitors leverage the expertise and technology of ASEM, a leading provider of digital automation technologies acquired by Rockwell Automation in 2020.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 25,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise^® to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

Allen-Bradley, ASEM, Connected Enterprise, Rockwell Automation, and VersaView are trademarks of Rockwell Automation Inc.

SINGAPORE, March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, released the new Allen-Bradley FLEX 5000 analog safety I/O modules to help process operators meet fail-safe requirements and minimize related downtime risks in a wide range of process applications.

The analog safety I/O modules from Rockwell Automation offer integrated safety with systematic capability up to SC 3. The modules are TÜV certified up to SIL 3, PLe, Cat. 4. They also can be mounted in the same I/O bank with standard FLEX 5000 I/O modules to reduce system costs and complexity.

The FLEX 5000 analog safety I/O modules are ideal for process applications where speed or frequency measurement, temperature, pressure, or flow sensor monitoring are required for functional safety protection. Potential applications include emergency shutdown, burner management, turbine control, compressor control, oil and gas auxiliary boilers, high-pressure protection, lighting, and ventilation management.

With these new modules, the FLEX 5000 product family now includes a complete portfolio of discrete and analog fail-safe I/O modules for a wide range of applications. Users can simply choose the I/O that meets their operational needs.

FLEX 5000 I/O can also reduce downtime by providing easier access to additional process diagnostics via highly integrated HART in the Studio 5000 Logix Designer application. They can reduce overall footprint by allowing the direct termination of field signals. And they can save engineering time via tight integration with instruction sets in PlantPAx 5.0 and above systems.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 24,500 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- During the global pandemic, OEMs have been using remote connectivity to customers' equipment to not only reduce workplace exposure to COVID-19, but also reduce travel, service equipment faster and reduce downtime. Now, OEMs can more easily realize the benefits of remote access using the new remote access solution for industrial equipment from Rockwell Automation.

The solution packages together everything OEMs need to remotely access and support equipment, including:

• The FactoryTalk Remote Access cloud-based software, which allows OEMs to manage, configure and initiate secure connections to a customer's equipment.
• The Stratix 4300 remote access router, which is installed at the customer's site to provide remote access to the equipment.

The remote access solution incorporates robust security capabilities including multi-factor authentication and encrypted protocols. A digital input also gives on-site staff control of remote connections, so they're only made when enabled locally.

To ease deployment, the solution requires no changes to an existing architecture so long as an Ethernet port is available.

"OEMs that have adopted remote access to reduce on-site visitors during the pandemic quickly discovered it could also help them reduce costs and respond more quickly to customer needs," said Julie Nguyen, product manager, Rockwell Automation. "Now, demand for remote access is growing, and we can help companies implement it with robust security and a simplified deployment."

The remote access solution can position OEMs to meet current and future remote support needs. The router supports today's data requirements, and all-gigabit ports make it ready for newer, more bandwidth-heavy remote support capabilities as needed.

The solution is ideal for OEMs that want to support remote and hard-to-reach operations, like those found in oil and gas and mining, metals, and cement industries. The solution can also ease support in industries like CPG, where OEMs today may need to travel long distances to support equipment.

Additionally, OEMs can use the solution to reimagine how they support customers, such as with virtual commissioning and remote firmware management.

This new solution designed for OEMs is only the latest remote access offering from Rockwell Automation. The company also offers a wide range of remote access services for manufacturers, including 24/7 remote application monitoring and support to help customers proactively address maintenance issues. Remote threat detection services also help customers monitor, detect, and react to cybersecurity threats at the deepest levels of their OT network traffic.

About Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 24,500 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

FactoryTalk, FactoryTalk Remote Access, Rockwell Automation and Stratix are trademarks of Rockwell Automation Inc.