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Statement on vulnerabilities in Apache Log4j: OMRON Industrial Automation products are not affected
January 14, 2022 The Apache Software Foundation has published information about a vulnerability in the Java logging framework log4j. This allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code loaded from LDAP or JNDI related endpoints that are under control of the attacker. Additionally, a further vulnerability might allow an attacker to cause a denial of service by sending a crafted string to the framework.
New V440-F Series ultra-compact, high-resolution, networked code reader
December 16, 2021 OMRON expands the MicroHAWK range with the V440-F, which is ideal for reading multiple codes in a wide area, as well as for applications over longer distances and with minuscule barcodes.
New RT1-Series Site Manager for Secure Remote Access
December 09, 2021 Security certified IIoT edge gateway enables remote troubleshooting and monitoring
OMRON listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
November 22, 2021 OMRON Corporation has been listed for the 5th straight year on the globally recognized Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), an SRI (socially responsible investment) stock price index.
OMRON awarded the Gold Rating under the PRIDE index for the 5th consecutive year
November 18, 2021 OMRON Corporation was designated as a Gold Standard Workplace, the highest evaluation under the PRIDE Index by 'Work with Pride', an NGO in Japan that evaluates companies and other organizations for their initiatives related to sexual minorities, including LGBTQ for the 5th consecutive year.
Update from the European Repair Center – New shipping address as of the 1st of December 2021
November 01, 2021 We are pleased to inform you that as part of our continuous journey to improve our service level, we are creating a new EMEA Repair Center in a new facility in Den Bosch, The Netherlands - combining our European Repair Center currently in The Netherlands with our European Robot Repair Center that is currently located in Germany. The new facility will be operational as of the 10th of January 2022.
OMRON invests in Taiwan’s collaborative robot company Techman Robot Inc.
October 29, 2021 OMRON will hold a stake of approximately 10% in Techman, offering robotic technology where humans and machines work together.
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Experience manufacturing of the future first hand: Opening of the Automation Center in Barcelona!
In its Automation Centres, OMRON Industrial Automation opens the door to the factory of the future, where customers and OMRON engineers jointly develop ideas for innovation projects and exchange ideas in workshops and lectures. The adjoining showroom illustrates the latest developments in the field of automation. The newly updated and expanded Automation Center Barcelona is one of the 37 Automation Centres around the world, and the first in Europe. With the addition of 320m2, the facility now boasts 831m2 of floor space, and enables European customers to truly experience the benefits of having a connected, automated and intelligent factory.
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OMRON opens doors to the factory of the future with updated Automation Center in Barcelona
October 25, 2021 OMRON’s first Automation Center in Europe has recently received a major redesign and now includes an extensive demonstration area for innovative automation applications. Visitors can experience OMRON’s full industrial automation solutions including robotics, quality control, flexible manufacturing and AI, and learn how to adapt their business to meet the changing needs of their customers and the society. The real-life demonstrations lead the way to the factory of the future.
Introducing the world’s most advanced 3D AOI system: Our new S10 Series -ultimate solution for manufacturers’ new challenge: “Unmanned inspection System”
September 01, 2021 The world of automation is in consistent movement, and it is no secret that today’s manufacturing environment is complex! Trusted for almost 90 years, we are a world leader in automation and, the global market leader in Automated Optical Inspection systems solutions during the past 35 years. We are proud of introducing our new S10 Series, the world’s 1st full colour system, offering a unique mix of general purpose and application specific solutions. S10 Series enable flexible manufacturing, respond to shortages in manpower and demands for higher quality production.
Current supply chain statement and the OMRON approach
July 28, 2021 Current supply chain statement and the OMRON approach
OMRON Variable Speed Drives and Electronic Displays go green
July 05, 2021 The European Union aims to achieve a market of sustainable, climate-neutral and resource-efficient products. To improve the environmental performance of products, the most effective actions must be taken already at the design phase. The Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC establishes a framework for the setting of Ecodesign requirements for energy-related products.
New V440-F Series ultra-compact, high-resolution, networked code reader
December 16, 2021 OMRON expands the MicroHAWK range with the V440-F, which is ideal for reading multiple codes in a wide area, as well as for applications over longer distances and with minuscule barcodes.
New RT1-Series Site Manager for Secure Remote Access
December 09, 2021 Security certified IIoT edge gateway enables remote troubleshooting and monitoring
Introducing the world’s most advanced 3D AOI system: Our new S10 Series -ultimate solution for manufacturers’ new challenge: “Unmanned inspection System”
September 01, 2021 The world of automation is in consistent movement, and it is no secret that today’s manufacturing environment is complex! Trusted for almost 90 years, we are a world leader in automation and, the global market leader in Automated Optical Inspection systems solutions during the past 35 years. We are proud of introducing our new S10 Series, the world’s 1st full colour system, offering a unique mix of general purpose and application specific solutions. S10 Series enable flexible manufacturing, respond to shortages in manpower and demands for higher quality production.
Introducing the D41 Series High-Coded Safety Door Switch
July 05, 2021 Reducing the risk of interlock devices being deactivated, for a safe and worry-free production site.
Upgrade now from CP1E to CP2E Compact Controller with fully backward compatibility!
July 01, 2021 Are you using CP1E Controller? Time to upgrade now, empower your Machines with CP2E Controller without minimal effort. It is fully backward compatible with your CP1E and offers more functions to be future proof.
NX-TC makes sealing PERFECT!
May 15, 2021 The temperature of sealing in-sync with machine motion
Book your Personalised Inspection Systems Division (ISD) Product Demonstration
May 10, 2021 Contact us to receive a practical on-line demonstration and to discuss the transformation of Manufacturing Quality Improvement
Discover flexibility for machine control with NX I/O Series and their increased communication capabilities
May 04, 2021 Industrial automation applications are benefitting from the growing availability of smart devices and flexible integrated solutions. As modern machine control is made with larger and more complex architectures, we offer the NX I/O system with an extended availability of communication protocols.
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OMRON and AWL-Techniek launch a cobot welding cell
With the increasing scarcity of qualified welding personnel, the cobot welding cell is ideal, especially for smaller production companies. With smart system integration, AWL helps to make the production process more efficient. The strength of people lies in creativity, while the power of machines lies in repetitive work. OMRON offers automation solutions, such as its cobots, that empower both people and machines. Combining the knowledge and skills of the two companies has resulted in a product that can meet the needs of the customer in all areas. While AWL has expertise in the field of process improvement, OMRON’s strength is at the component level. Together we can offer a powerful and unique cobot welding cell that boosts customer productivity, increases safety and makes employees more efficient.
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OMRON and AWL-Techniek launch a cobot welding cell
April 12, 2021 We have joined forces with high-tech machine builder AWL to launch Qube, a flexible cobot welding cell. This cell makes it easier for companies to automate the welding of small batches; to introduce new products easily; and to allow people and machines to work together safely.
Introducing the V275 Series, the ideal label inspection solution for manufacturers using Zebra thermal printers
March 20, 2021 In industries like life sciences, food & beverage, automotive and consumer packaged goods, it is crucial for companies to ensure that product and packaging labels show the correct content, are clearly legible, and meet mandated quality requirements. Otherwise, these companies could be liable for consumer safety issues and subject to costly recalls or fines.
High speed and flexibility is what our new iX3 and iX4 parallel robots offer packaging and material-handling applications
March 04, 2021 Introducing our new iX3 and iX4 parallel robots designed with high payload and high-speed for faster and more flexible picking and packaging applications.
Statement on vulnerabilities in Apache Log4j: OMRON Industrial Automation products are not affected
January 14, 2022 The Apache Software Foundation has published information about a vulnerability in the Java logging framework log4j. This allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code loaded from LDAP or JNDI related endpoints that are under control of the attacker. Additionally, a further vulnerability might allow an attacker to cause a denial of service by sending a crafted string to the framework.
OMRON listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
November 22, 2021 OMRON Corporation has been listed for the 5th straight year on the globally recognized Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), an SRI (socially responsible investment) stock price index.
OMRON awarded the Gold Rating under the PRIDE index for the 5th consecutive year
November 18, 2021 OMRON Corporation was designated as a Gold Standard Workplace, the highest evaluation under the PRIDE Index by 'Work with Pride', an NGO in Japan that evaluates companies and other organizations for their initiatives related to sexual minorities, including LGBTQ for the 5th consecutive year.
Update from the European Repair Center – New shipping address as of the 1st of December 2021
November 01, 2021 We are pleased to inform you that as part of our continuous journey to improve our service level, we are creating a new EMEA Repair Center in a new facility in Den Bosch, The Netherlands - combining our European Repair Center currently in The Netherlands with our European Robot Repair Center that is currently located in Germany. The new facility will be operational as of the 10th of January 2022.
OMRON invests in Taiwan’s collaborative robot company Techman Robot Inc.
October 29, 2021 OMRON will hold a stake of approximately 10% in Techman, offering robotic technology where humans and machines work together.
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Experience manufacturing of the future first hand: Opening of the Automation Center in Barcelona!
In its Automation Centres, OMRON Industrial Automation opens the door to the factory of the future, where customers and OMRON engineers jointly develop ideas for innovation projects and exchange ideas in workshops and lectures. The adjoining showroom illustrates the latest developments in the field of automation. The newly updated and expanded Automation Center Barcelona is one of the 37 Automation Centres around the world, and the first in Europe. With the addition of 320m2, the facility now boasts 831m2 of floor space, and enables European customers to truly experience the benefits of having a connected, automated and intelligent factory.
01:05
OMRON opens doors to the factory of the future with updated Automation Center in Barcelona
October 25, 2021 OMRON’s first Automation Center in Europe has recently received a major redesign and now includes an extensive demonstration area for innovative automation applications. Visitors can experience OMRON’s full industrial automation solutions including robotics, quality control, flexible manufacturing and AI, and learn how to adapt their business to meet the changing needs of their customers and the society. The real-life demonstrations lead the way to the factory of the future.
Current supply chain statement and the OMRON approach
July 28, 2021 Current supply chain statement and the OMRON approach
OMRON Variable Speed Drives and Electronic Displays go green
July 05, 2021 The European Union aims to achieve a market of sustainable, climate-neutral and resource-efficient products. To improve the environmental performance of products, the most effective actions must be taken already at the design phase. The Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC establishes a framework for the setting of Ecodesign requirements for energy-related products.
OMRON ranks Gold Class in S&P Global Sustainability Award
April 15, 2021 OMRON Corporation has been ranked, for the first time, as “Gold Class” in Sustainability Award selected by S&P Global.
OMRON joins The Valuable 500, a global initiative to promote disability inclusion
March 25, 2021 OMRON Corporation has joined The Valuable 500, a global initiative created to promote disability inclusion in business, in support of its pledge.