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Rockwell & Applied Robotics partner to deploy OTTO AMRs
Rockwell Automation

Rockwell & Applied Robotics partner to deploy OTTO AMRs

Rockwell Automation names Applied Robotics its first South Pacific partner to deploy OTTO Motors' autonomous mobile robots in manufacturing logistics.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025
New manufacturing lab to open at TAFE Queensland
EduTech

New manufacturing lab to open at TAFE Queensland

Applied Robotics is set to launch an AUD $3 million advanced manufacturing lab at TAFE Queensland, which will enhance training in robotics and automation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024

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Asia Pacific manufacturers boost focus on cybersecurity threats
Digital Transformation

Asia Pacific manufacturers boost focus on cybersecurity threats

Asia Pacific manufacturers rank cybersecurity as a top concern, second only to inflation, with 61% planning AI-based security within a year to tackle risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
ROKLive 2025 brings labs, launches & robotics to Gold Coast
Digital Transformation

ROKLive 2025 brings labs, launches & robotics to Gold Coast

ROKLive 2025, hosted by Rockwell Automation on the Gold Coast, offers hands-on labs, new product launches and robotics showcases for over 500 industry professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2025
Nukon to offer Plex platform, boosting digital manufacturing in Australia
Digital Transformation

Nukon to offer Plex platform, boosting digital manufacturing in Australia

Nukon joins Rockwell Automation as Australia's first partner to resell and implement the cloud-based Plex platform, enhancing digital manufacturing efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
AI drives digital transformation as life sciences face labour gaps
DevOps

AI drives digital transformation as life sciences face labour gaps

Life sciences firms are boosting AI use to tackle skilled labour shortages and regulatory challenges, with 95% adopting smart manufacturing technologies.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Jun 2025
AI adoption surges in Asia Pacific manufacturing for quality, efficiency
Digital Transformation

AI adoption surges in Asia Pacific manufacturing for quality, efficiency

In Asia Pacific, 94% of manufacturers plan AI investments, prioritising quality control and cybersecurity to boost efficiency and tackle labour shortages.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025
Rockwell Automation launches OptixEdge for real-time data gains
Data Analytics

Rockwell Automation launches OptixEdge for real-time data gains

Rockwell Automation unveils OptixEdge, an edge gateway that processes industrial data locally in real time, boosting efficiency and cutting cloud costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Adrian Giecco named South Pacific Regional Director at Rockwell
Agricultural Technology

Adrian Giecco named South Pacific Regional Director at Rockwell

Adrian Giecco will become Rockwell Automation's South Pacific regional director from July 2025, overseeing operations across Australia, New Zealand and the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
SaaS adoption drives growth for manufacturers in Australia, NZ
Software-as-a-Service

SaaS adoption drives growth for manufacturers in Australia, NZ

Investment in SaaS technology is driving growth and agility in Australia and New Zealand's manufacturing sector, with 89% of firms adopting cloud solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025
Industrial automation spending to hit USD $350 billion by 2030
Digital Transformation

Industrial automation spending to hit USD $350 billion by 2030

Research by IoT Analytics predicts that industrial automation spending will soar to USD $350 billion by 2030, revealing key trends across major global players.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
From automation to autonomous: The future of industrial operations
Robotics

From automation to autonomous: The future of industrial operations

Manufacturers worldwide are embracing autonomous operations, leveraging AI and robotics to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and workforce capabilities.

By Scott Wooldridge • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Rockwell Automation releases 2024 sustainability report
Digital Transformation

Rockwell Automation releases 2024 sustainability report

Rockwell Automation has unveiled its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing global progress in sustainable practices and advanced technologies across various industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
Rockwell & Microsoft bolster collaboration for industry AI
Manufacturing

Rockwell & Microsoft bolster collaboration for industry AI

Rockwell Automation and Microsoft have expanded their partnership to provide advanced cloud and AI solutions, enhancing efficiency and sustainability for manufacturers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
NVIDIA extends Omniverse Cloud functionality through new APIs
Unified Communications

NVIDIA extends Omniverse Cloud functionality through new APIs

NVIDIA expands Omniverse Cloud functionality with new APIs, integrating with major software firms to enhance digital twin technologies and simulation capabilities in automation industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Rockwell Automation & NVIDIA team up for future factory innovation
Robotics

Rockwell Automation & NVIDIA team up for future factory innovation

Rockwell Automation collaborates with NVIDIA to harness artificial intelligence, cloud computing and robotics for advancing the future of industrial operations, aiming to simplify digitalisation for automation clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024
Rockwell Automation expands CUBIC product line across Asia Pacific
Digital Transformation

Rockwell Automation expands CUBIC product line across Asia Pacific

Rockwell Automation boosts the digital transformation of the Asia Pacific manufacturing industry, expanding its CUBIC product line, designed to optimise power management for safer, more sustainable operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024

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