Ford announces cooperation with Rockwell Automation to improve automatic manufacturing process of electric vehicles

CTOnews.com, Nov. 19 (Xinhua)-- Ford announced that it will work with Rockwell Automation (Rockwell Automation) to improve the production lines of electric vehicles at its three production sites.

CTOnews.com learned that the Wisconsin-based company offers industrial automation, power, control and information solutions. Brands in industrial automation include Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Software (Rockwell Software), while its products include PLC, frequency converter, HMI, motor controller and other products.

Company executives are optimistic about their ability to increase Ford's production.

Jane Barr, vice president of global industry customers at Rockwell Automation, said: "We are honored to be involved in Ford's accelerated launch of electric vehicles to customers." Our open systems approach ensures that electric vehicle production meets the latest industry standards, regulations and customer expectations. "

Ford said it would work with Rockwell Automation to strengthen its electric vehicle manufacturing capacity to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs and improve responsiveness to change. Rockwell will focus on improving Ford's electric car manufacturing capacity in Oakville, Canada; Blue Oval City, Tennessee and Lake Avon facilities in Ohio.