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Rockwell Automation and Microsoft Deliver on a Shared Vision to Accelerate Industrial Transformation

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Collaboration to deliver advanced cloud and AI solutions, empowering manufacturers with enhanced data insights and operational efficiency

MILWAUKEE, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, and Microsoft Corp., a leading global technology company, are proud to announce an expanded strategic collaboration aimed at revolutionizing industrial transformation. Together, the companies will provide manufacturing customers with advanced cloud and AI solutions that deliver powerful data insights, streamline operations and enhance scalability – driving operational efficiency and sustainable growth across the industry.

This shared vision is supported by several new releases that will be previewed this week as Microsoft joins Rockwell as an exhibiting sponsor at the highly anticipated Automation Fair® from Nov. 18-21 in Anaheim, Calif. This relationship uniquely combines Rockwell’s deep industrial automation expertise with Microsoft’s cutting-edge cloud and AI capabilities. Together, the companies will bridge the gap between traditional industrial practices and modern digital applications, creating integrated solutions designed to unlock the full potential of industrial data.

“We are excited to strengthen our partnership with Microsoft as we work to meet the evolving challenges faced by today’s manufacturers,” said Jessica Korpela, director, global customer innovation at Rockwell Automation. “This enhanced collaboration fuses cloud and AI technologies with our extensive expertise in industrial automation, enabling our customers to reach unprecedented levels of efficiency, innovation and resilience in their operations.”

The Rockwell-Microsoft partnership represents a bold step forward in the digital transformation of the manufacturing sector, setting a new standard for connected, AI-driven operations that empower both companies and their customers to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Unlocking the Power of Data for Enhanced Efficiency

At Automation Fair, Microsoft will debut its latest solution, Azure IoT Operations, which integrates with Rockwell’s digital offerings, including FactoryTalk® Optix™. This newly available combined solution will allow manufacturers and production companies to capture critical insights from existing sites without extensive retrofitting. The adaptive cloud approach will simplify the integration of shop-floor data with cloud-based applications, enabling advanced analytics and improving scalability across multi-site environments. By leveraging this streamlined integration, customers can gain actionable insights to optimize production and drive data-informed decisions across their operations.

FactoryTalk Design Studio Copilot, Powered by Microsoft AI, Enhances PLC Code Creation and User Management

Rockwell has expanded its FactoryTalk Design Studio software-as-a-service design software with a new Generative AI Copilot, developed in partnership with Microsoft. The latest feature, powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, enables engineers to use natural language prompts for tasks like product guidance, code generation, troubleshooting and code explanations, making system design faster and more intuitive. Accessible through a web browser without downloads or installs, FactoryTalk Design Studio provides a collaborative, multi-user environment with integrated version control and is continuously updated with new capabilities to enhance productivity and efficiency in industrial automation system design.

Enhancing Digital Applications with AI to Empower the Workforce

The collaboration will also introduce Rockwell’s FactoryTalk Optix Food & Beverage model, enabled through Rockwell’s digital and service offerings, into the Microsoft AI model catalog, The model brings the power of AI and Generative AI (GenAI) directly to the manufacturing floor. The adapted AI model, which leverages the power of Microsoft’s Phi-3 small language models (SLM), will provide machine operators with AI-guided instructions, assisting in process and device operations via the familiar FactoryTalk Optix interface. With specifically trained models, workers can easily access contextualized AI guidance to enhance productivity, reduce errors, and accelerate decision-making.

“We are thrilled to continue our work with Rockwell Automation to help customers accelerate their industrial transformation journey,” said Kam VedBrat, General Manager, Azure IoT, Microsoft. “By combining Rockwell’s industry-leading automation solutions with Microsoft Azure IoT Operations, and through our collaboration on an adapted AI model based on Phi-3, we are enabling customers to unlock new levels of efficiency and innovation.”

Driving Industry Impact and Value

This strategic partnership will deliver substantial benefits to manufacturers, helping to navigate the challenges of today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape. Through these advanced digital solutions, companies can drive greater efficiency, reduce operational costs, and increase productivity, ultimately empowering organizations to realize the full potential of their digital transformation journey.

About Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 27,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2024. To learn more about how we are bringing Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.

 

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DN Solutions to Exhibit at METALEX 2024 in Bangkok

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“Advancing Thailand’s Aerospace and Manufacturing Industries”

BANGKOK, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DN Solutions will participate in METALEX 2024, ASEAN’s premier machine tool exhibition, from November 20 to 23 at the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC). At booth BP19, DN Solutions will showcase state-of-the-art machine tools and manufacturing solutions aimed at enhancing the productivity and competitiveness of Thai manufacturers.

Under its “Thailand 4.0″ initiative, Thailand is driving the modernization of traditional industries such as automotive and electronics, while accelerating innovation in key sectors like aerospace, logistics, robotics, the digital economy, biofuels, and healthcare. The country is also pursuing its goal to become the ASEAN hub for aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), fueling demand for precision manufacturing technologies.

At METALEX 2024, DN Solutions will highlight its flagship products, including the PUMA SMX3100L and the DVF 5000 2nd Generation:

PUMA SMX3100L: This versatile, multi-tasking machine is designed for long aerospace components, offering a maximum machining length of 2,540 mm. By performing all operations in a single setup, it reduces lead times and minimizes errors from multiple setups. It also delivers efficient gear machining without requiring dedicated gear-cutting equipment, saving both space and tooling while maximizing productivity.

DVF 5000 2nd Generation: Engineered as a high-precision 5-axis machining center, the DVF 5000 supports diverse applications ranging from small medical components to medium-sized parts for automotive, aerospace, and semiconductor industries. Its robust bed structure and advanced cooling system ensure long-term accuracy, while integrated automation features like an Auto Workpiece Changer (AWC) and round magazine simplify automation and enhance return on investment.

DN Solutions established a regional subsidiary in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam earlier this year to support its Southeast Asian operations. It offers services like product installation, after-sales support, and customized technical assistance to customers in Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Thailand is a powerhouse in the automotive and aerospace sectors,” said Kim Won-jong, CEO of DN Solutions. “We’re thrilled to connect with our Thai customers at METALEX 2024. Our goal is to be their most reliable partner, helping them maintain strong competitiveness in an ever-evolving global market.”

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Beijing Review: Toward a Just World

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BEIJING, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On November 18 and 19, the 19th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20) took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Chinese President Xi Jinping on November 18 delivered an important speech at Session I of the 19th G20 Summit titled Building a Just World of Common Development.

 

“I pointed out at this forum that prosperity and stability would not be possible in a world where the rich become richer while the poor are made poorer, and countries should make global development more inclusive, beneficial to all, and more resilient,” Xi said during his speech.

“The day the world becomes more just, life will be simpler.” This is the English version of a quote by Oscar Niemeyer, one of the greatest architects in Brazilian history, whose works include the National Congress Palace of Brazil. On July 16, 2014, Xi quoted this line in a keynote speech he addressed to the Brazilian National Congress during his state visit to Brazil.

By quoting this line, Xi called for joint efforts to promote international fairness and justice and build a harmonious world safeguarded by lasting peace and common prosperity.

The pursuit of fairness and justice in international relations has always been a noble cause in human history. Remaining committed to these values has not only been a time-honored tradition but also an unwavering strength of character in China’s diplomacy.

This commitment can be traced back to the 1950s, when China first put forward the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence. This vision has widely resonated with the international community and has since served as the basis for China’s participation in international affairs.

Since the new era began in 2012, China has been actively promoting a new type of international relations, one that focuses on building a community with a shared future for humanity. In support of international fairness and justice, China has put forward practical proposals, including the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilizations Initiative.

Since its proposal in 2013, the country’s Belt and Road Initiative, a strategy to boost connectivity along and beyond the ancient Silk Road routes, has been a powerful driver of growth for its participating countries. Other Chinese initiatives, including the Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund and the China-UN Peace and Development Fund, have covered more than 100 countries and regions across Asia, Africa, Latin America and Oceania, fostering widespread prosperity and collaboration.

As a key member of the Global South, China has been committed to empowering other developing countries by amplifying their voice and influence in global governance. China was the first country to openly support the African Union’s inclusion in the G20.

In our world today, protectionism and unilateralism are on the rise. The divide between the Global North and South continues to widen. In the face of these challenges, the global community must share the responsibility of safeguarding international fairness and justice. By holding the belief that “the day the world becomes more just, life will be simpler,” we will one day advance to an open, inclusive, clean and beautiful world of lasting peace, universal security and shared prosperity.

Just as Xi said at the end of his speech in Rio de Janeiro, “China is ready to take steps together with all parties to build a just world of common development, leave poverty in the past, and turn our vision into reality.”

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CELLCOM ISRAEL LTD. Announcement of An Annual and Special General Meeting of The Shareholders of The Company

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NETANYA, Israel, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Cellcom Israel Ltd. (TASE: CEL) (the “Company”) announces that the Meeting will convene on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at 15:00 p.m. (Israel time), at the offices of the Company, 10 Ha’gavish Street, Netanya, Israel. An adjourned Meeting, if required, will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the same time and at the same place. The record date for the Meeting is November 27, 2024.

The Agenda of the Meeting

Discussion on of the Company’s audited annual financial statements and Board of Directors Report for the year ended December 31, 2023;Reappointment of Kost Forer Gabbay & Kasierer (EY) as the Company’s independent auditors and report of their fees for 2023;Reappointment of Yuval Cohen (Chairman), Samy Backlash, Shmuel Barashi, Uri Zahavi, Chanan Gal Ezer and Richard Hunter as directors of the Company;Appointment of Ran Bukshpan as independent director of the Company;Approval and Ratification of the resolution to grant indemnity and exemption letters to office holders of the Company (including directors) in office and/or that will hold office from time to time, which are controlling shareholders of the Company and/or that the controlling shareholder of the Company me be viewed as having a personal interest in such grant, including the directors Yuval Cohen, Shmuel Barashi, Uri Zahavi, Chanan Gal Ezer and Richard Hunter, commencing on May 13, 2024.

Voting Instructions

The summon statement and the voting card published by the Company on November 20, 2024 regarding the convening of the Meeting (the “Meeting’s Documents”) may be viewed on the Magna distribution website at: www.magna.isa.gov.il and on the Tel-Aviv Stock Exchange Ltd. website at: www.maya.tase.co.il.

Section 3.10 of the summon statement contains voting instructions for shareholders whose shares are not held via a member of the TASE Clearinghouse (for trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange) but instead via a member of the Depositary Trust Company (DTC) or Shareholders who are registered directly with the Company’s U.S. transfer agent, American Stock Transfer & Trust Company.

An Unregistered Shareholder is entitled to vote through the Electronic Voting System. Voting through an Electronic voting card shall be possible until six (6) hours before the assembly time of the General Meeting. In addition, an Unregistered Shareholder shall be entitled to deliver the certificate of ownership through the Electronic Voting System

A shareholder is also entitled to vote at the General Meeting through a voting card. Voting in writing shall be made by way of the second part of the voting card, which is attached to the Report.

The voting card and documents that must be attached thereto as set forth in the voting card, must be delivered to the Company’s offices (including by registered mail) including the certificate of ownership (and with respect to a registered shareholder – including a photocopy of an identity card, passport, or certificate of incorporation, as applicable) until four (4) hours before the assembly time of the General Meeting. For this purpose, “time of delivery” is the time on which the voting card and the documents attached thereto arrived at the Company’s offices.

Company Contact

Gadi Attias
Chief Financial Officer
investors@cellcom.co.il
Tel: +972-52-998-4774

Investor Relations Contact

Elad Levy
Investor Relations Manager
investors@cellcom.co.il
Tel: +972-52-998-4774

 

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