KYOTO, Japan, Oct. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- OMRON Corporation
(TOKYO: 6645, ADR: OMRNY) kicked
off OMRON TOTAL FAIR 2013 on October
8 to highlight its proprietary technology in three key
cities across China. Following the
Beijing exhibition, similar events
will be held in Shanghai in
December and Guangzhou in
March 2014 and are expected to
attract over 5,000 visitors in total.
(Photo: http://prw.kyodonews.jp/opn/release/201310095284/)
The exhibition showcases OMRON products and services that
contribute value for the future of the manufacturing industry and
is structured around four categories -- industrial innovation,
energy innovation, lifestyle innovation and social innovation --
that are directly related to the company's core technology, sensing
and control.
"OMRON is a pioneer among the Japanese manufacturing industry as
the first to enter the China
market in the beginning of the 1970s. In the 40 years since our
market entry, OMRON has contributed to an evolving China through our sensing and control
technology business," said company President Yoshihito Yamada. "Moving forward, I am
confident that OMRON can contribute to a range of industrial,
environmental, lifestyle and social needs through the improved
productivity that our advanced automation solutions deliver."
Through its rich and unique business portfolio focused on
sensing and control technology, OMRON will contribute to the
long-term future of China, namely
the country's target of continuous industrial, economic, lifestyle
and social growth in its 12th Five-Year Plan, as well as the
development of manufacturing, logistics, sales and employment.
Overview of OMRON TOTAL FAIR 2013 exhibits
1. Advanced Technology Zone
The main zone is divided into four sections showcasing the latest
OMRON technologies, products and services that will contribute to
future growth for China.
--Industrial Innovation Corner
This area showcases models and production machinery to highlight
OMRON's automation know-how made possible through our in-house
production, a selection of the rich OMRON product lineup of over
200,000 industrial control devices and cutting-edge controller
technology utilizing the world-class speed and precision Sysmac
Platform.
--Energy Innovation Corner
This area features case studies of energy visualization technology
and control optimization for ventilation coolant pumps, which
consume large amounts of energy. Also included are models to
demonstrate energy control technology in production (optimization
control for compressed air and clean rooms).
--Life Innovation Corner
This area showcases the latest in health devices from OMRON for
enjoyable health management. It includes devices that communicate
with servers about body weight, blood pressure and activity levels.
A variety of electronic parts for eco-friendly applications that
enable smart lifestyles are also on display. The exhibit includes
automation technologies that contribute to better lives, such as
power management systems in electric vehicles, which are expected
to see rapid growth.
--Social Innovation Corner
The social innovation area features the latest mechanical
electronics and image sensing technology developed over years of
Japanese urban development with focus on safety, reliability and
comfort. It highlights mechanical modules for IC card collection
and issue (for public transportation and ticket purchase devices)
and video management systems which consolidate OMRON's sensing
technologies.
2. Welcome Zone
The Welcome Zone highlights 80 years since the establishment of
OMRON Corporation and the company's deep connection with
China that stretches back 40
years.
3. OMRON THEATER
This area features a video of the OMRON TOTAL FAIR concept, "We
automate!" A video of how OMRON led the evolution of automation and
its efforts in industry, environment, lifestyle and society is
showcased here.
4. Future Technology Zone
This area highlights OMRON visions for the future: "A new
relationship between man and machine," "Machines in harmony with
man," and "An array of self-sustaining machines that move on their
own to produce overall harmony." There are three models on display
to demonstrate machines that learn and grow on their own.
Schedule
Beijing: October 8-9, 2013 (China World Hotel)
Shanghai: December 2-4, 2013 (Shanghai Science &
Technology Museum)
Guangzhou: March 3-5, 2014 (Baiyun International Convention
Center)
About OMRON
As a leader in automation technology, OMRON's business covers a
wide range of fields, including industrial, health/medical, social
infrastructure, environmental, and other fields. Its products and
services are offered in 110-plus countries and regions. Since its
inception in 1933, OMRON has continuously pursued technological
innovation.
For more information, visit OMRON's website at
http://www.omron.com/
Contact:
Arihiro Yokota
Corporate Communications
OMRON Corporation
Tel: +81-75-344-7175
e-mail: arihiro_yokota@omron.co.jp
SOURCE OMRON Corporation