OMRON to showcase the potential of sensor technology and explain how to bridge the IT/OT gap at the UK’S largest event for the packaging, machinery and manufacturing industry
OMRON, a world leader in advanced industrial products, will demonstrate the efficiency-driving, productivity-boosting potential of modern manufacturing at this year’s Packaging Machinery and Manufacturing (PPMA) Show.
To be held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, from 23rd to 25th September, PPMA 2025 is the UK’s largest event for the processing equipment, packaging machinery, industrial robots, and machine vision system sector. Thousands of visitors are expected to attend, to see cutting-edge solutions from more than 350 exhibitors, listen to multiple free talks from industry experts, and make the most of countless networking opportunities.
OMRON has arranged a packed schedule of demonstrations across the three days of the show, all designed to help organisations overcome the practical challenges of embracing the future of manufacturing, today.
Stuart Coulton, Marketing Manager UK&I, said: “Digital enablement is about making factories and processes more efficient. Yet while the technology, and its potential, is evolving fast, adoption is not always straightforward.
“At PPMA this year, we want to help our customers understand how to put theory into practice. That’s why we will be showcasing the power of condition-based monitoring, demonstrating easy-to-scale sensor technology, and explaining how to overcome the biggest challenges to implementation: bridging the gap between IT and OT, and combatting data overwhelm.”
OMRON will be based at stand B34, where highlights will include a demonstration of the power of sensor-driven technology. Join the team to learn:
- how sensor-driven technology can provide the framework for condition-based monitoring, helping factories to avoid unplanned downtime and extend the life of equipment;
- how installing even a small number of sensors in the production line can generate the data facilities need to drive efficiencies and productivity;
- how to collect, analyse, and use sensor data to guide production decisions;
- how to rationalise and optimise sensor use;
- how to bridge the gap between IT and OP functions.
In addition, the stand will also showcase a range of OMRON’s industry-leading solutions:
- Visual demonstrations:
- VHV5 code reader: This advanced code reading technology offers rapid set up and high-quality, high-resolution imaging, as well as a code grading system that enables operators to detect printer degradation ahead of time;
- NX5 controller: OMRON’s visual inspection and automated playback can detect defects in uniform background objects, enabling automatic, human eye-like quality control without complicated set up;
- Digimarc digital watermarking: Prevent mismatched components and mislabelled products with digital watermarking, increasing production speed and efficiency while streamlining the distribution and fulfilment of packaged goods;
- Sysmac Studio: The first industry integrated development environment, bringing logic, motion, robotics, human-machine interface (HMI), vision, sensing, safety and 3D Simulation into one single platform.
- Product demonstrations:
- Robotic bottle filling: Watch OMRON’s customised automation solutions for bottling and filling in action. The system improves production speed and precision, while accommodating various bottle sizes and shapes.
The OMRON team will also be on hand throughout to provide information and answer questions about the company’s products – and their role in the future of manufacturing.
Find the OMRON team at Stand B34.
For more information please contact OMRON Electronics Ltd on 01908 258258 or via uk@omron.com.