Rockwell Automation reports developments in industrial automation and digital transformation, including factory-floor control products, smart manufacturing software, and lifecycle services for industrial customers.
Recurring news covers quarterly results and guidance, dividend declarations, board and governance updates, investor conference appearances, and customer or partner deployments involving PlantPAx, Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform, and other automation technologies. Company updates also describe applications in refrigeration optimization, food production, warehouse automation, data centers, semiconductors, energy, cybersecurity, remote monitoring, and plant maintenance.
Rockwell Automation (ROK) has a new Technology Partner, Laminar, focused on manufacturing cleaning and product changeover processes. Laminar joined the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork, expanding access to its real-time fluid intelligence for manufacturers using Rockwell technologies.
The collaboration aims to optimize Clean-in-Place processes, which clean production equipment, and product changeovers. Laminar combines inline spectral sensors with machine learning to identify fluid conditions and transitions. The companies will also explore using process-state and cycle information in visualization, analytics and higher-level manufacturing systems.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) has begun regular food production and distribution at Clock Tower Farms at its Milwaukee headquarters. The indoor farm operates in partnership with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and Fork Farms, using hydroponic growing systems and Rockwell automation technology.
At maximum capacity, the farm is designed to feature 72 growing systems capable of producing approximately 200,000 pounds of produce annually. Harvests will be distributed through Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin's network of nearly 600 hunger-relief partners serving 35 counties. Rockwell employees have helped prepare the systems and will continue volunteering during regular operations.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) launched its LogixEdge controller, an industrial PC-based platform that combines industrial control with software application capabilities.
The platform brings Logix control together with edge computing and containerized applications, allowing control and software workloads to run on the same device near production operations. Rockwell says this approach can reduce separate hardware requirements and simplify software deployment and lifecycle management. LogixEdge extends the existing Logix portfolio and complements other Logix-based solutions.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) announced the launch of PanelView Pro, a graphic terminal for industrial human-machine interface applications. Built for FactoryTalk View Machine Edition, it supports reuse of existing applications and common panel cutouts when migrating from PanelView Plus 7 Performance terminals. Its modular design separates display and logic components so customers can replace individual modules rather than the entire terminal.
The company says the platform is designed to reduce migration work and simplify maintenance. Customer availability is planned for the fourth quarter of calendar 2026, with additional modular components and expanded configurations becoming available throughout 2027.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) will present at Baird’s 2026 Global Industrial Conference on November 11, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois.
Chairman and CEO Blake Moret and SVP, Software and Control, Matheus Bulho will participate. The fireside chat will be webcast at approximately 11:25 a.m. CST through the company’s Investor Relations website.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) reported fiscal 2026 sales of $8,989 million and introduced guidance for further growth in fiscal 2027. Full-year sales rose 8%, while diluted earnings per share increased 63% to $12.54; adjusted EPS rose 27% to $13.42. Operating cash flow reached $1,958 million, up 27%, including $108 million of tariff refunds and related interest.
Fourth-quarter sales rose 1% to $2,332 million, and diluted EPS increased 153% to $3.11. A customer refund program reduced quarterly sales growth by approximately four percentage points. Tariff-related items added a net $0.11 to quarterly and annual EPS. Software & Control sales grew, while Lifecycle Services sales declined.
For fiscal 2027, Rockwell expects 4.5%–7.5% reported sales growth, 6%–9% organic growth, diluted EPS of $13.78–$14.78 and adjusted EPS of $14.50–$15.50.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) increased its quarterly common-stock dividend to $1.45 per share, payable December 10, 2026.
The dividend rises from $1.38 in the prior quarter. Shareowners of record at the close of business on November 16, 2026, qualify for payment.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) introduced new SecureOT cybersecurity capabilities designed to help machine builders manage risks throughout the machine lifecycle.
The expansion includes cybersecurity assessments, advisory services, machine-level asset inventories, vulnerability identification, exportable compliance reports and continuous monitoring. Rockwell said the capabilities are intended to support secure-by-design practices and readiness for regulations including the Cyber Resilience Act and Machinery Regulation, which are approaching compliance deadlines in 2026 and 2027.
Rockwell Automation (ROK) released research examining how food and beverage manufacturers can move AI beyond pilots into broader business use. Drawing on its 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report, the analysis found nearly 90% of food and beverage manufacturers already use AI and machine learning or plan to do so in the near future, while effectively using only about 45% of collected data.
Industry respondents expect AI-supported manufacturing processes to rise from approximately 37% today to more than 60% by 2030. Rockwell identifies connected operational and business systems, accessible data and workforce readiness as requirements for scaling AI.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) announced an expanded product showcase for Automation Fair 2026, spanning its automation hardware and software portfolio.
The lineup includes LogixEdge and CompactLogix 5390 controllers, PointMax I/O, and the Armor PowerFlex 330 Integrated Drive Motor. Software exhibits include FactoryTalk Optix Version 1.9, FactoryTalk Conductor, and tools for asset management, engineering and edge deployments. Rockwell will also showcase artificial intelligence additions for the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform and expanded cybersecurity offerings. Attendees can see live demonstrations and meet company experts and partners; registration is open.