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Rockwell Automation Introduces FactoryTalk Design Workbench

Rockwell Automation, Inc., recognized as the world's leading company in industrial automation and digital transformation, has recently unveiled its latest software, FactoryTalk® Design Workbench™. This innovative tool is available for free and is designed to significantly streamline the development of micro control systems, enabling engineers and manufacturers to work more efficiently than ever before.

A Game Changer for Engineers

The FactoryTalk Design Workbench is a cutting-edge development application aimed specifically at compact control systems such as Micro800™ controllers. This new tool provides a unified workspace for programming, configuration, and troubleshooting, addressing the challenges frequently faced by professionals in industries such as packaging, agriculture, and conveyor systems. Historically, developers have encountered long lead times, disconnected tools, and limited adaptability when working on automation solutions. The FactoryTalk software tackles these issues head-on, optimizing workflows from programming to deployment, while also supporting multiple devices for easier system management.

Key Features of Version 1

Among the standout features included in the first version of FactoryTalk Design Workbench are:

• - Modern Design Environment: Offering a consistent Logix experience that facilitates faster onboarding for new users.
• - Enhanced Download Speed: Boosting efficiency through improved online workflows.
• - Support for Multiple Devices: Enabling simultaneous access to multiple Micro810® and newer Micro800 Lx0E controls, which simplifies troubleshooting processes and enhances system versatility.

Wan Shan Loo, Product Manager at Rockwell Automation, stated, "The FactoryTalk Design Workbench represents our next-generation design environment for compact control systems. It provides Rockwell Automation users with a more productive, reliable, and familiar application. Our customers have expressed the need for an intuitive and user-friendly tool, and this software delivers on that. Its support for Micro800 controllers along with a scalable architecture simplifies workflows and sets the stage for broader device integration in the future."

Availability and Future Developments

The FactoryTalk Design Workbench software is now accessible through the Product Compatibility Downloads Center (PCDC) of Rockwell Automation. The company plans future updates that will extend support beyond Micro800 controls, with annual enhancements anticipated. To experience the software first-hand, interested users are encouraged to attend the upcoming Automation Fair® event hosted by Rockwell, scheduled for November 17-20 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

About Rockwell Automation

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation, Inc. engages approximately 27,000 employees, offering services to clients across more than 100 countries as of the end of fiscal year 2024. The company is committed to combining human creativity with technology capabilities in order to expand the limits of what's possible, making global productivity and sustainability attainable. For further information on the Connected Enterprise® concept and its applications in industrial settings, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.