MachineMetrics is an AI-driven Manufacturing Operations Platform purpose-built for discrete manufacturers running automated machining environments. MachineMetrics connects to any machine regardless of make, model, or age, combining real-time machine data with operator context and ERP systems to close the execution gap between what was planned and what actually happens on the shop floor. For manufacturers implementing a modern, AI-powered MES or augmenting an existing system, MachineMetrics delivers work order management, production scheduling, OEE analytics, and downtime tracking on a single platform. Auto Job Match identifies running jobs and creates ERP-synced labor records automatically. Max AI embeds intelligence into daily shift workflows, including handovers, alarm resolution, and tool life management. MachineMetrics integrates natively with leading ERP systems and connects to more than 1,000 machine controller types. The path to value is measured in days, not months. | MachineMetrics is the only AI-powered MES purpose-built for discrete manufacturers – fast, scalable, and ready to deliver. It connects machines, ERP, and operations – automating the work in between. Drive OEE analytics, automated downtime tracking, work order management, and live production scheduling – out-of-the-box and powered by real-time production data.
Lynxeo
Lynxeo engineers and manufactures cable and harness solutions for critical industrial systems, where performance, reliability and continuity are essential. Operating 15 production sites across 3 continents and serving more than 30 countries, we support world champions in the automation, aerospace, healthcare, rolling stock, railways, shipbuilding industries as well as the wind, solar and nuclear energy sector. Our 2,000 employees partner with OEMs, system integrators and asset operators, bringing 125 years of engineering expertise to industrial applications that cannot fail. Automation Focus: Industrial automation is a core pillar of Lynxeo’s business. We support OEMs, machine builders, system integrators, and distribution partners with MOTIONLINE® high-performance cable solutions designed for demanding production environments. Our automation applications include complex industrial equipment where cables must operate reliably under continuous movement, mechanical stress, chemical exposure, and electromagnetic interference, helping customers improve system performance, reduce maintenance, and protect long-term productivity. #wearelynxeo We are Lynxeo… Wired to electrify industry | Lynxeo designs, produces and supplies cable solutions for critical infrastructures that move the world. Over our 125 years of experience, we’ve built a strong presence in industrial automation, rolling stock and railways, shipbuilding, aerospace, healthcare, and energy transition sectors like wind, solar and nuclear. We serve industry leaders that address challenges of today and tomorrow: the global transition to sustainable energy, mobility and digitization of industry. Our technology allows them to power, control and digitalize the infrastructures that make this transition a reality. | Lynxeo Group
Leuze Electronic
Sensors and Machine Safety Services | More than 60 years of experience have made Leuze a real expert in innovative and efficient sensor and safety solutions for automation technology. Today there are more than 1600 Sensor People around the world who are working with curiosity, passion and determination for progress and transformation. Their motivation is the continued success of their customers in an ever-changing industry. Leuze offers its customers a tailored competitive advantage through intuitive, reliable solutions for safe and non-safe position detection. For example, switching and measuring sensors, identification systems, solutions for data transmission and image processing. As a safety expert, the family company also focuses on components, services and solutions for occupational safety.Thanks to their broad and in-depth application expertise in the machine and system construction, the Sensor People are a competent and flexible partner for customers with a wide range of industrial requirements. | More than 60 years of experience have made Leuze a real expert in innovative and efficient sensor and safety solutions for automation technology. Today there are more than 1600 Sensor People around the world who are working with curiosity, passion and determination for progress and transformation. Their motivation is the continued success of their customers in an ever-changing industry. Leuze offers its customers a tailored competitive advantage through intuitive, reliable solutions for safe and non-safe position detection. For example, switching and measuring sensors, identification systems, solutions for data transmission and image processing. As a safety expert, the family company also focuses on components, services and solutions for occupational safety. Thanks to their broad and in-depth application expertise in the machine and system construction, the Sensor People are a competent and flexible partner for customers with a wide range of industrial requirements.
Konica Minolta
At Automate 2026, we will proudly present cutting-edge technologies from Specim and EINES Vision Systems, two innovative brands within the Konica Minolta portfolio. Together, these solutions bring powerful capabilities in hyperspectral imaging, machine vision, and intelligent automation, helping manufacturers gain deeper insight, improve process control, and boost overall production performance. From real-time material identification and classification to advanced vision-based inspection and automation, our combined expertise addresses some of the most critical challenges facing today’s manufacturers. By uniting advanced sensing, imaging, and vision technologies, we enable smarter decision-making, increased efficiency, and more reliable outcomes across a wide range of industrial applications. Visit us at Booth #32036 to explore advanced sensing and vision solutions in action and discover how these technologies are shaping the future of industrial automation. | Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.’s (Konica Minolta) journey started more than 150 years ago, with a vision to see and do things differently. The company partners with clients to Give Shape to Ideas by supporting their digital transformation through its expansive Intelligent Connected Workplace portfolio. Its business technology offerings include IT Services, intelligent information management, video security solutions and managed print services, as well as office technology and industrial and commercial print solutions. 2025 marks Konica Minolta’s 20th anniversary in production print, for which it celebrates “20 Years of Excellence, Innovation and Impact,” and continues to lead the way in digital commercial printing. This year also commemorates 20 years of Konica Minolta’s bizhub brand. Over the past two decades, the bizhub series has revolutionized office technology and redefined how businesses operate. It has continuously evolved to meet the needs of modern workplaces, fueled by advances in technology and a commitment to innovation. Konica Minolta is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2025 America’s Best Large Employers list, included on CRN’s MSP 500 list numerous times; recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for eighteen consecutive years and presented with Keypoint Intelligence’s BLI 2025 and 2021 A3 Line of The Year and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Awards for its bizhub One i-Series. For more information, please visit Konica Minolta online and follow it on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter. | Konica Minolta’s Hyper ReTEX is an advanced AI-powered system that combines hyperspectral imaging and machine learning to automate and optimize the pre-sorting of textile waste. It addresses a critical industry challenge: the inefficient recovery of valuable materials due to inadequate textile identification. With over 95% accuracy in fabric detection, Hyper ReTEX enables fast, precise, and scalable sorting – helping organizations accelerate recycling, reduce contamination, and move towards circular textile practices. The solution is available in three tailored versions: • ReTEX FULL – for high-throughput industrial sorting • ReTEX LIGHT – for laboratory testing and quality control • ReTEX White Label – for OEM partners and custom integrations By combining cutting-edge technology with sustainability goals, Hyper ReTEX empowers recyclers, manufacturers, and innovators to turn textile waste into opportunity. See you in Brussels, 24-25 JUNE 2026
Janus Automation
Heavy material handling automation. Warehouse management systems. Mobile equipment safety. | Janus Automation is a premier supplier of bespoke material handling automation solutions for every industry. Our specialties include: AS/RSs and inventory management systems for heavy material handling, automation of overhead cranes, stacker cranes, and custom heavy-lift AGVs and AMRs, for large products such as metal goods, paper rolls, stamping dies, shipping containers, and more Safety systems for material handling equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, and conveyors AI-driven visual inspection systems capable of detecting pedestrians and their proximity to machinery and forklifts, quality verification of products, and classification of emissions Highly intelligent and adaptive Rodeo Warehouse Management and Rodeo Manufacturing Execution Systems for all kinds of products and processes With over 500 engineers and technicians across 5 countries, Janus Automation is able to support projects of any scale, from new builds to retrofits. Consult with Janus Automation for your next material handling project.
ITALIAN TRADE AGENCY
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), in collaboration with ANFIA (Italian Association of the Automotive Industry) and Autopromotec / AICA (Italian Garage Equipment Manufacturers Association), proudly announces Italy’s dynamic presence at the 2025 AAPEX Show. Representing the heart of Italian excellence in automotive components and garage equipment, the delegation highlights the nation’s ongoing role as a global benchmark in technology, quality, and performance. Visitors can explore the Italian Pavilion at Booth A1061 (Level 2) in the International section, where eight Italian companies will showcase their latest technologies: • DETA Batteries • Errecom • FIAMM • Lopigom • M.E.A.T. & D.O.RI.A. • Metelli – GRAF • Osvat • Vantage Cast Europe | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy. The Italian Trade Agency, via its Machines Italia project promotes Italian industrial technology and innovation in partnership with fifteen Italian Machinery-Manufacturing Associations Representing Over 10,000+ Companies,ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy. The Italian Trade Agency, via its Machines Italia project promotes Italian industrial technology and innovation in partnership with fifteen Italian Machinery-Manufacturing Associations Representing Over 10,000+ Companies | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy, through “Invest in Italy”, a project operated with Invitalia. With a motivated and modern organization and a global network of 79 offices in 65 countries, 5 of which are in the USA (New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Huston and Miami) ITA provides information, assistance, consulting, promotion, and training to Italian small and medium-sized businesses in the industrial, consumer goods, and services sectors. Using the most modern multi-channel promotion and communication tools, it acts to assert the excellence of Made in Italy in the world. Every year, ITA worldwide offices carry out hundreds of promotional projects and provide personalized services and assistance to thousands of Italian companies. The Italian Trade Agency also assists and supports foreign companies that want to establish or expand business and trade relations with Italian companies or invest in Italy. The Italian Trade Agency collaborates with Italian Regions, Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Trade Associations, and other public and private organizations. | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy, through “Invest in Italy”, a project operated with Invitalia. With a motivated and modern organization and a global network of 87 offices in 74 countries, ITA provides information, assistance, consulting, promotion and training to Italian small and medium-sized businesses in the industrial, consumer goods and services sectors. Using the most modern multi-channel promotion and communication tools, it acts to assert the excellence of Made in Italy in the world. Every year, ITA worldwide offices carry outhundreds of promotional projects and provide personalized services and assistance to thousands of Italian companies. The Italian Trade Agency also assists and supports foreign companies that want to establish or expand business and trade relations with Italian companies or to invest in Italy. The Italian Trade Agency collaborates with Italian Regions, Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Trade Associations and other public and private organizations. | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy. With a motivated and modern organization and a widespread network of overseas offices, ITA provides information, assistance, consulting, promotion and training to Italian small and medium-sized businesses. Using the most modern multi-channel promotion and communication tools, it acts to assert the excellence of Made in Italy in the world. | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy. Using the most modern multi-channel promotion and communication tools, it acts to assert the excellence of Made in Italy in the world. | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Government entity supporting the internationalization of Italian enterprises and promoting foreign investment in Italy. Through a global network and advanced communication tools, it provides strategic assistance to SMEs, enhancing the prestige of Made in Italy worldwide. | The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) – the Italian Government Agency supporting Italian companies’ business development abroad and the attraction of foreign investment in Italy, provides information, assistance, consulting, promotion and training services. The Agency reaches out to thousands of US companies and other organizations every year, and the Chicago Office is part of a five office network within the US, supporting many of Italy’s manufacturing machinery sectors, including packaging.Italy is undeniably a world leader of packaging technologies and a hub for innovation, with Italian packaging machinery and materials suppliers offering a wide range of advanced solutions.Italian companies offer some of the most versatile and technologically advanced machines on the market, including customized solutions, providing customers with a unique competitive edge.The Italy pavilion at booth LU-8538 at Pack Expo 2024 will include these leading 18 Italian packaging suppliers.Come see us and explore how Italy can help you expand and move your business forward.ALIMEC SrlMINIPAN SrlBOTTA ECOPACKAGING SrlCROCCO SpADIPRAN ECOPACK SpAGHEZZI & ANNONI SrlGORRERI SrlIMETA SrlITP – INDUSTRIA TERMOPLASTICA PAVESE SpAL.M. SpAPACKINT Chocolate Machines SrlRICCIARELLI SpATECHNOWRAPP SrlTECNO POOL SpATECNOVAP SrlTORQ PACKAGING SrlUNIFILL | The ITA â Italian Trade Agency is an Italian government marketing agency that bridges Italian businesses with international markets and promotes the excellence of the “Made in Italy” brand globally.Italian Packaging OEMs are transforming North American industry challenges into cutting-edge, customized solutions.When you buy Italian equipment you’re entering into a partnership with the world’s most highly skilled engineers and manufacturers. The result is a smarter approach which combines sophisticated technology, flexible and customized solutions, and competitive pricing.Visit the ITALIA Pavilion at SU-32069 and explore how we can help expand and move your business forward with these industry leaders: Agripak, Bellini & Meda, CTI, Foodtech, Ecopack, Erre Enne, Europool, FMT, Innova, IPI, Itatools, Opto Engineering, Packint Chocolate Machines, Pasta Technologies Group, Ricciarelli, Technowrapp, Tecnopool, TMG Impianti, Zanasi, Zancaner. | The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), established in 1906, bridges Italian businesses with international markets. Our Houston office exemplifies this mission by focusing on and overseeing economic and business development activities across Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas. We specialize in the following sectors: – Aerospace & Aviation – Agricultural Machinery – Construction Machinery – Glasswork Machinery – Jewelry – Leather Machinery – Oil & Gas Equipment and Machinery – Textile Machinery – Woodworking Machinery For more information about our organization or to connect with any of the Italian companies we represent, please get in touch with us at: houston@ice.it +1 281-888-4288 https://itahouston.com/ | The Italian Trade Agency (ITA), ANFIA – the Italian Association of the Automotive Industry – and AICA, the Italian Garage Equipment Manufacturers Association, are proudly featured here. ITA is the government body driving the global expansion of Italian companies and attracting foreign investment into Italy, operating through a vast network of offices tied to embassies and consulates worldwide. ANFIA has championed Italy’s automotive sector for over a century, representing its members’ interests across technical, economic, and policy domains. AICA serves as the voice of Italy’s renowned garage equipment manufacturers, advocating nationally and internationally for innovation and excellence in the industry. | ITA – Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of our companies abroad and promotes the attraction of foreign investment in Italy. Come visit us at the Italian Pavilion (booth 627) to see the latest in EV technology from the following technologies PODIUM ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES,TECNA, MEVIS S.p.A., SPEA S.p.A., 2A S.p.A., SED srl, XEPICS, LOPIGOM S.p.A.
iba America, LLC
iba America, LLC is a leading provider of high-performance data acquisition, analysis, and visualization solutions designed specifically for industrial environments. We deliver powerful tools that enable manufacturers to capture, understand, and act on high-resolution process data across complex automation systems. With decades of experience in industries such as metals, energy, automotive, and manufacturing, iba specializes in bridging the gap between control systems and actionable insights. Our solutions are purpose-built to collect synchronized data from PLCs, drives, sensors, and industrial networks, regardless of vendor, while maintaining precise time alignment down to the millisecond. This capability allows engineers and operators to see exactly what is happening across entire processes, from individual machine events to full production lines. At the core of iba’s offering is a scalable platform that supports everything from simple troubleshooting to enterprise-wide performance analysis. Whether diagnosing transient faults, optimizing machine performance, or establishing the data foundation for advanced analytics and AI initiatives, iba provides the tools to move from raw signals to confident decisions. iba’s software suite combines intuitive visualization with powerful analytics, including real-time monitoring, historical trend analysis, and advanced tools such as FFT and statistical evaluation. These capabilities empower teams to identify root causes faster, reduce downtime, improve product quality, and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Unlike traditional IT-centric data solutions, iba is engineered for the realities of the plant floor. Our systems are designed to handle high-speed data streams, integrate seamlessly with existing automation infrastructure, and operate reliably in demanding industrial conditions. This makes iba an ideal partner for organizations looking to enhance their digitalization efforts without disrupting production. In addition to technology, iba America emphasizes hands-on support and practical expertise. We work closely with customers to ensure successful implementation, offering training, consulting, and ongoing support tailored to each application. Our approach focuses on delivering immediate value while building a scalable foundation for future growth.
Horner Automation
Horner Automation Group has been in business since 1985. We design, build, and market a wide array of industrial All-in-One Controllers, consisting of programmable HMI, I/O, software, and peripherals for the Industrial, Process Control and Building Automation markets. We have been a part of some truly unique projects, as well as helping to maintain some very necessary, everyday businesses. We are involved with everything from major sports stadiums, Las Vegas resort attractions, cruise ships, and snowmaking at ski resorts, to the US postal service, agricultural facilities, various food & beverage producers, water/wastewater facilities, power management and fuel storage, just to name a few!
Euchner USA
Euchner offers high-quality safety solutions to protect people, machines and products in a wide range of industrial applications from automotive, robots, machine tools, ASRS, conveyors, palletizers, de-palletizers, and other automated machines. A family owned manufacturing company founded in Germany in 1953, Euchner now consists of over 900 safety-focused employees, worldwide, ready to team-up with customers to find the right solutions and customize when necessary. Using Euchner safety interlocks on machines and installations helps to reduce hazards and risks, which in turn protects people and processes. All Euchner central components are developed, manufactured, and tested in-house on the latest machinery to ensure reliability and compliance with applicable safety standards. Euchner engineered the world’s first guard locking interlock and our innovation hasn’t stopped there. To see the full line of Euchner safety switches from electro-mechanical to the latest RFID technology with series connections, please visit www.euchner-usa.com | high-quality safety solutions to protect people, machines and products in a wide range of industrial applications from automotive, robots, machine tools, ASRS, conveyors, palletizers, de-palletizers, and other automated machines | Euchner offers high-quality safety solutions to protect people, machines and products in a wide range of industrial applications from automotive, robots, machine tools, ASRS, conveyors, palletizers, de-palletizers, and other automated machines. A family owned manufacturing company founded in Germany in 1953, Euchner now consists of over 900 safety-focused employees, worldwide, ready to team-up with customers to find the right solutions and customize when necessary. Using Euchner safety interlocks on machines and installations helps to reduce hazards and risks, which in turn protects people and processes. All Euchner central components are developed, manufactured, and tested in-house on the latest machinery to ensure reliability and compliance with applicable safety standards. Euchner engineered the world’s first guard locking interlock and our innovation hasn’t stopped there. To see the full line of Euchner safety switches from electro-mechanical to the latest RFID technology with series connections, please visit www.euchner-usa.com . | Euchner offers high-quality safety solutions to protect people, machines, and products in a wide range of industrial applications including automotive, robots, machine tools, ASRS, conveyors, food packaging, pharmaceutical, and more. Tested to ensure reliability and compliance with applicable safety standards, Euchner safety interlocks help reduce hazards and risks on machines.