ROKLive 2025 program released

Rockwell Automation has unveiled its program for ROKLive 2025 on the Gold Coast from 29–31 July.

The event will bring more than 500 industry professionals together to explore innovative solutions to complex production challenges and to discuss strategies for achieving greater efficiency, resilience, agility and sustainability.

“ROKLive is our biggest event in Australia and New Zealand, and what really sets it apart are the hands-on lab sessions where participants can gain practical experience with the latest technologies. This year we have more than 50 of these across the three days,” said Adrian Giecco, regional director, South Pacific, Rockwell Automation.

“Other highlights include the Connected Show Floor, an expanded and dynamic exhibition space featuring the latest Rockwell Automation and PartnerNetwork solutions, as well as the FIRST Robotics League Competition,” Giecco said.

The FIRST Robotics League Competition will see aspiring young engineers and programmers demonstrate their skills in robotics, highlighting the future of STEM and Automation in Australia and New Zealand.

New product launches

The event will also see the launch of a series of new Rockwell Automation products, which will be displayed for the first time in Australia:

• ControlLogix 5590, a Next Gen Controller, and one of the most significant upgrades in a decade to one of Rockwell Automation’s core products, designed for higher performance, enhanced redundancy, expanded motion/network capabilities, and built-in safety and security.
• PointMax I/O is a flexible remote input/output (I/O) system designed to help manufacturers tackle the growing complexity of modern industrial operations. Its modular design supports scalable and easily reconfigurable I/O deployments — freeing engineers from the constraints of rigid, centralised control systems.
• OTTO autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are trusted in mission-critical operations for some of the world’s most recognized brands.
• OptixEdge edge gateway solution connects to the user’s control system through Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Optix software to collect, analyse and send data to the cloud, enabling users to monitor and analyse machine or system data from multiple locations. This means faster insights, lower costs and smarter decision-making.
• EtherNet/IP In-cabinet Solution streamlines communications between devices with the panel, making system integration simpler, boosting real-time data access and helping manufacturers make faster, more informed decisions.