Rittal and Eplan Showcase Connected Engineering and Automation at Rockwell Automation Fair
November 9, 2026
As manufacturers face mounting pressure to increase production capacity, address skilled labor shortages and bring products to market faster, Rittal and Eplan will showcase how connected engineering, standardized infrastructure and automation can help bridge the gap between design and production at the Rockwell Automation Fair, November 17–19, 2026 at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston.
At Booth #315, Rittal and Eplan will demonstrate integrated software, hardware and automation solutions designed to help panel builders, machine builders and system integrators reduce manual processes, improve operational efficiency and build more scalable manufacturing operations.
Under the theme Design – Implement – Grow. the exhibit will demonstrate the connected engineering and automation lifecycle across the Rockwell ecosystem, from electrical design and digital engineering data to automated wire processing, control panel assembly and power distribution.
“Manufacturers are entering a new era of opportunity, but realizing the full potential of this Manufacturing Renaissance requires a more connected approach to how products and systems are engineered and built,” said Udayan Senapati, CEO of Rittal North America. “By bringing together digital engineering, physical infrastructure and automation, Rittal and Eplan are helping manufacturers address the challenges of today while building the flexibility and capacity needed for tomorrow.”
Connecting Engineering Data to Production
A central focus of the exhibit will be the connection between Eplan’s digital engineering solutions and Rittal’s automated panel building technologies.
Through demonstrations of Eplan Electric P8 and Eplan Pro Panel, visitors can explore how standardized engineering data, 3D control cabinet design and automated documentation help reduce repetitive tasks and improve accuracy throughout the engineering process.
The exhibit will also feature Rittal’s Wire Terminal WT C, an automated wire processing system that cuts, strips, crimps and labels wires using the digital twin created during the engineering process with Eplan. Integrated with Eplan Pro Panel and Smart Production software, the system supports a more connected workflow from electrical design to panel assembly.
An accompanying Wire Handling System will demonstrate how processed wires can be delivered on demand to remote wiring stations, helping streamline production workflows and reduce manual handling.
Together, these technologies illustrate how manufacturers can improve consistency, reduce production bottlenecks and increase output without relying solely on additional labor.
Bringing the Connected Value Chain to Life Through Customer Applications
The exhibit will feature motor control and power distribution applications from partner panel builders and integrators, demonstrating how integrated engineering, enclosure systems and automation technologies come together in real-world industrial applications.
The customer displays incorporate Eplan engineering software, Rittal enclosure and automation technologies, and Allen-Bradley control components. Together, they illustrate how engineering data can connect digital design with physical panel production, supporting more standardized, repeatable manufacturing workflows within the Rockwell Automation ecosystem.
These applications reinforce the value of connecting engineering data with physical manufacturing processes, helping panel builders and system integrators standardize production and support future growth.
Advancing Flexible Power Distribution and Industrial Infrastructure
Rittal and Eplan will also showcase solutions designed to simplify power distribution, improve system flexibility and support increasingly demanding industrial applications.
A featured demonstration of Rittal’s RiLineX modular busbar power distribution system will highlight a touch-safe, open platform designed to reduce conventional point-to-point wiring and simplify assembly and modification.
The demonstration will feature Rockwell Automation control solutions, including circuit breakers and motor starters, illustrating how RiLineX supports a modular approach to power distribution within industrial control panels.
Additional exhibits will feature Rittal enclosure systems, cooling solutions, low-voltage power distribution systems and industrial infrastructure designed to support reliable and efficient operations.
Sharing Practical Insights on Integrated Automation
Beyond the exhibit floor, Rittal and Eplan experts will participate in technical presentations exploring how connected engineering data and automation can help manufacturers improve efficiency and modernize operations.
Sessions include:
- · From Engineering Data to Operational Systems: A Practical Approach to Integrated Automation Workflows — Sean Mulherrin, November 16 and 18.
- · Digital Transformation in Industrial Automation: Lessons from a Customer Implementation — Brian Jung and Kruno K., November 18.
- · From Schematic to System: Data-Driven Engineering with EPLAN and Rockwell Software — Sean Mulherrin, November 19.
The presentations will explore practical applications of digital engineering, standardized data exchange and integrated automation workflows, including connections between Eplan software and Rockwell Automation technologies.
Previewing Automated Panel Layouts at the Innovation Booth
At the Rockwell Automation Innovation booth, Eplan will preview a prototype that automates early-stage panel design within Rockwell Automation’s Advisor platform, helping panel builders and integrators speed up quoting and improve accuracy.
The demonstration shows how users can:
- · Import a bill of materials and automatically generate a panel layout within minutes
- · Receive enclosure size recommendations based on installed components and required space
- · Produce consistent, quote-ready layouts without relying on expert engineers for every project
Attendees can then visit Rittal and Eplan at Booth #315 to see how the generated layout continues into Eplan Pro Panel, creating a complete digital twin of the control panel for detailed engineering and production.
Experience Better Together at Rockwell Automation Fair 2026
Attendees are invited to visit Booth #315 to experience live technology demonstrations, explore Eplan’s digital engineering capabilities, and connect with Rittal and Eplan experts about practical approaches to improving manufacturing productivity.
Event: Rockwell Automation Fair 2026
Dates: November 17–19, 2026
Location: Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, Massachusetts
Booth: #315
For more information or to plan your visit, explore the Rittal and Eplan Rockwell Automation Fair event page.
