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Rockwell Automation announces that it has agreed to acquire Jacobs Automation, a leader in intelligent motion control technology.
Jacobs Automation offers an intelligent motion control solution called iTRAK. This technology improves performance for a wide range of packaging, handling and other applications for the global machine manufacturer market.
"The combination of iTRAK technology and our Integrated Architecture will be a game-changer for machine manufacturers," said Victor Swint, vice president of Motion Control at Rockwell Automation. "It will provide customers with new technology to improve performance and flexibility so they can respond quickly to changing market demands."
iTRAK technology allows independent control of multiple magnetically powered trolleys on straight or curved tracks. This system allows machine and equipment manufacturers to reduce costs and complexity, while allowing the end-user to standardize their applications on a single platform for better optimization, improved reliability, and faster system deployment.
"iTRAK is a disruptive technology that provides greater speed and flexibility to machine manufacturers,"said Keith Jacobs, President of Jacobs Automation. This integrated solution will increase productivity, reduce energy consumption and allow for faster changes by adjusting machine speed and geometry during operations. Rockwell Automation has the resources and a presence backed by international OEMs to make it a new industry standard."
Jacobs Automation, based in Erlanger, Kentucky, will be integrated into Rockwell Automation's Motion business in its Architecture and Software division. The acquisition is expected to be completed in January 2014.
Find out more: www.rockwellautomation.com
