Rockwell Automation to Present Smart Manufacturing Solutions at PACK EXPO International


Industry specialists in global packaging and processing to discuss innovative, scalable automation technology



MILWAUKEE, Oct. 24, 2016 - Rockwell Automation subject-matter authorities will address key industry topics in a three-part series of free educational programs at PACK EXPO International 2016, Nov. 6-8 in Chicago. Held at the Innovation Stage (N-4570), the interactive presentations will provide valuable information on track and trace, remote monitoring and smart machines. The schedule is as follows:



• Nov. 6, 3-3:30 p.m.: Deliver Valuable Genealogy/Track Trace Information for Improved Production Control, Accountability, Safety and Economic Value



• Nov. 7, 1-1:30 p.m.: Remote Monitoring



• Nov. 8, 10-10:30 a.m.: Building a Smarter Machine



“The emergence of smart manufacturing is driving new priorities for end users, offering greater access to data and increased connectivity throughout all levels of the enterprise,” stated Steve Mulder, OEM regional segment leader – packaging, Rockwell Automation. “Companies need OEM collaborators capable of delivering smart machines that accelerate demand-driven manufacturing.”



Rockwell Automation is also a title sponsor of the PACK Gives BACK event being hosted by PMMI on Nov. 7 at McCormick Place. A portion of the proceeds from this event will support No Greater Sacrifice (NGS), an organization that provides scholarships and resources to military families.



Attendees can also visit the booths of over 20 OEM members of the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork program. The OEMs will showcase machines and equipment that demonstrate smart manufacturing solutions to help increase operational efficiencies, deliver real-time diagnostics and analytics, support simplified machine integration, and facilitate compliance with safety and security programs.



To learn more about Rockwell Automation participation at PACK EXPO International, click here.



About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork Program



The Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork program offers global manufacturers access to a collaborative network of companies mutually focused on developing, implementing and supporting best-in-breed solutions to achieve plantwide optimization, improve machine performance, and meet sustainability objectives.



About Rockwell Automation



Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and information, makes its customers more productive and the world more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., Rockwell Automation employs approximately 22,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries.



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