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Highlighting Excellence in Automation at Rockwell's EMEA Awards

On February 25, 2025, Rockwell Automation opened the doors to its annual EMEA PartnerNetwork™ Awards ceremony at the luxurious InterContinental Hotel in Istanbul, Türkiye. The event recognized outstanding achievements by system integrators, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and distributors across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

The awards celebrated partners who have driven progress in various disciplines such as sustainability, innovation, business development, and customer-centric solutions. Christian Reuter, the regional vice president for market access at Rockwell Automation, emphasized the essential role that these partners play in delivering critical outcomes for customers. As he noted, "The technologies and services our partners offer are essential for delivering business-critical outcomes for our customers. Our close working relationships, the high levels of mutual trust, and the tight product integration we have established over many years have resulted in multiple business successes across the entire manufacturing spectrum."

Award Highlights

Several awards were presented, each showcasing unique contributions from Rockwell's impressive partner network:

• - Innovation Award: FG Engineering and Maintenance Services LLC, a silver-level system integrator from the UAE, was recognized for its cutting-edge robotic assembly line that integrates third-party technologies into an Allen-Bradley® ControlLogix® environment. This implementation led to improved productivity and product quality, combined with seamless real-time data integration into SAP using the FactoryTalk® Optix™ platform.

• - Sustainability Award: iPS Control®, another silver-level system integrator from Poland, gained accolades for developing a compact line that processes recycled plastics into sheets that are fully recyclable. This technology is expected to generate significant interest and market demand.

• - Distributor Operational Excellence Award: CraigCor Distribution from South Africa received this honor, recognizing their commitment to operational excellence in the distribution sector.

• - Distributor Customer Centricity Award: RAControls Sp. z o.o. from Poland was celebrated for their customer-focused strategies.

• - Distributor New Business Enabler: Benotek Engineering Ltd. from Nigeria was acknowledged for enabling new business models and opportunities.

• - Distributor Ecosystem Award: Routeco UK was honored for its role in fostering collaborative ecosystems within the distribution community.

• - System Integrator Awards: Various system integrators such as ControlSoft Automation Systems from Ireland received the System Integrator Growth & Development Award, while others were recognized for their achievements in software and new business enabling.

Importance of Collaboration

The success of these awards is not just about individual accolades; it's also reflective of the collaborative spirit that drives the entire automation industry. The emphasis on innovation and sustainability highlights the trend of integrating environmentally responsible practices into business models. As industries move toward a more interconnected future, Rockwell Automation's commitments play a crucial role in shaping sustainable practices that will benefit all stakeholders involved.

Rockwell Automation continues to assert its dominance in the sector as a leader in industrial automation and digital transformation, employing approximately 27,000 professionals across more than 100 countries. The company aims to harness the power of technology to expand human potential and make the world more productive and sustainable.

To learn more about Rockwell Automation and its initiatives, visit Rockwell Automation's official website.