

What is Automation Connection?
Schaedler Yesco has developed a series of focused events highlighting Rockwell Automation technologies and solutions from other key partners.
Driven by the event topic, we'll bring you the information, training and key partners to help you learn more and implement solutions in your own facility.
Each event theme will be hosted in three locations.
- March: Smart Machines & Integrated Architecture
- June: Drives HQ & Mechatronics (Dates / Locations TBD)
- August: Emerging Technologies (Dates / Locations TBD)
Our goal is help you connect information and ideas for enhanced industrial business.
Whether you just stop by to talk to our teams and partners, or you plan to sign up for the lab and stay the whole day, we look forward to seeing you!
March: Smart Machines & Integrated Architecture
March Agenda
9:00 am - Breakfast & Vendor Displays
10:00 am - General Session:
"What’s New and What’s Next with Rockwell Automation"
10:45 am - Vendor Workshops
12:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm - Vendor Displays; Optional Lab Begins
3:00 pm - Event Ends
Dates & Locations
See directions at bottom of page
Monday, 3/9/26 - State College
Bryce Jordan Center (1855 Club)
Tuesday, 3/10/26 - Harrisburg
Best Western Premiere
Thursday, 3/12/26 - Scranton
Hilton Scranton & Conference Center
March Lab Info
Level-Up Your Smart Machine Data at the Edge Using IoT Gateways
- Duration: 2–3 hours
- Max # of Students: 20
- Registration required!
Unlock the power of IoT Gateways at the Edge of your Smart Machine with the new Embedded Edge Compute and OptixEdge Modules! These innovative solutions integrate seamlessly with your control system, providing enhanced scalability and remote support capabilities to optimize your operations. Enable secure remote monitoring, diagnostics, and troubleshooting to improve efficiency and minimize downtime. Leverage FactoryTalk Optix software and communication protocols like REST API, OPC UA, and MQTT to gather and analyze critical data for informed decision-making. And don’t forget, you can utilize Docker containers to host third-party apps and customize your solution to meet your specific needs.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll gain practical experience with the Embedded Edge Compute and OptixEdge Modules, engage with our experts, and discover how this innovative solution can transform your operations.
Two options for lab registration. Indicate your choice on the registration form.
- Option 1:
Lab training only – No Charge
- Option 2:
Lab training + equipment - $600
2800E-ANB-S OptixEdge Module – $600 (list price $1,500)
* hardware not available for resale
Three convenient locations!
Monday, 3/9/26
State College
Bryce Jordan Center (1855 Club)
720 Curtin Rd, State College, PA 16801
Tuesday, 3/10/26
Harrisburg
Best Western Premiere
800 E Park Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Thursday, 3/12/26
Scranton
Hilton Scranton & Conference Center
100 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
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