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Techday NZ
09-07-2025
- Business
- Techday NZ
Nukon to offer Plex platform, boosting digital manufacturing in Australia
Rockwell Automation has announced the addition of Nukon as an Australian reseller and implementer of its cloud-based Plex smart manufacturing platform. This marks the first time the Plex platform will be sold and implemented in Australia by a partner outside Rockwell Automation, which previously handled all sales and deployment directly. The Plex platform is a cloud-based solution aimed at enhancing manufacturing operations by eliminating information silos, digitising supply chains, automating processes, and enabling the tracking of manufacturing activities from any device and location. It also delivers real-time actionable data for business users. Plex for improved efficiency Nukon, part of SAGE Group, will now offer its clients access to the Plex platform, complementing the company's existing digital advisory and delivery services in manufacturing execution and supply chain projects. Alec Konynenburg, Executive General Manager at Nukon, commented, "Nukon brings specialised digital advisory and delivery services to the manufacturing industry to help clients successfully implement Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and supply chain optimisation projects." He also said, "By adding Plex to our customer offering, Nukon can continue to assist customers by bridging the gap between OT and IT, offering real-time data, and providing tools that help companies scale." The platform is recognised for providing connected enterprise visibility, facilitating the monitoring of assets and plant-level performance. Its MES component is described as flexible and configurable, standardising operations across manufacturing environments and ensuring workflow consistency. Plex is currently used across several industries globally, including manufacturing, energy, defence, water and wastewater – all areas where Nukon has experience. Cloud-based modular platform "Plex is a cloud-based platform, that enables future-focussed manufacturers to achieve real-time integration, high levels of availability and flexibility, cybersecurity, and scalability," said Anthony Wong, Vice President, Enterprise Software Sales, Asia Pacific, Rockwell Automation. Wong further noted, "Being cloud-based makes it easier to keep software like Plex updated. New functionality is regularly being added, and because it's a modular system, it doesn't take everything else offline to perform an update." He highlighted the multi-functional nature of Plex: "In addition to performing the role of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, Plex also acts as a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Quality Management System (QMS) all in one, eliminating the need for separate software, and creating further efficiencies." Collaboration and business visibility The collaboration between Nukon and Rockwell Automation is expected to deliver improvements for businesses seeking greater clarity between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) functions. The partnership aims to support both large and smaller manufacturers by enhancing business process automation and data tracking from the production floor to the executive level. Konynenburg said, "Nukon bridge the gaps between the different silos within our client's businesses by working closely with automation and IT teams, to connect disparate silos. That collaborative process fosters clarity and leads to significant improvements throughout their businesses." He added, "Plex automates business processes and tracks data from the plant floor right through to the executive level, providing visibility, quality, and control. It is a natural fit within Nukon's expertise and is highly applicable to small and medium sized manufacturers, not just the bigger players." He also acknowledged challenges still faced by some customers: "We know some clients still struggle with spreadsheets and may have issues getting the right information for their quality processes. With Nukon and Plex coming together, our strengths combine to reduce the time taken to see benefits." SAGE Group's position and background Nukon is a subsidiary of SAGE Group, which has a longstanding presence in specialist industrial services. SAGE Automation, a sister company, was the first Australian Platinum System Integrator Partner within Rockwell's PartnerNetwork. Wong commented, "SAGE has been part of Rockwell's PartnerNetwork for many years, and as a platinum partner, it has used digital engineering tools to deliver efficiencies to machine builders, system integrators, and manufacturers." He detailed the history of the collaboration: "Since acquiring Plex in 2021, Rockwell has been selling and implementing the technology across Australia and New Zealand. Nukon is our first partner that will be reselling and implementing Plex to further grow the business across the region." As Wong put it, "With Nukon now implementing Plex in Australia, this partnership is set to expand even further, help bridge the OT/IT gap, and further benefit companies on their digital transformation journey." The SAGE Group recently announced an acquisition by Tetra Tech, a global provider of consulting and engineering services. Subject to customary closing conditions and approval, this transaction is intended to strengthen SAGE Group's market position and enable further expansion in water, energy, transportation, defence, and manufacturing sectors world-wide.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PEAK ROCK CAPITAL AFFILIATE SELLS AMTECH SOFTWARE TO VISTA EQUITY PARTNERS
Amtech more than tripled its annual recurring revenue and more than doubled its team during Peak Rock's ownership AUSTIN, Texas, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital ("Peak Rock"), a leading middle-market private equity firm, announced today it has signed a definitive agreement for the sale of Amtech Software ("Amtech" or the "Company") to Vista Equity Partners. Amtech is a leading provider of industrial software to the global packaging industry. The Company provides an end-to-end suite of products including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions. The Company's comprehensive platform provides digital connectivity across these product suites with functionalities spanning the entire value chain from order to cash. Since acquiring Amtech from its founder, Peak Rock has supported the Company's strategic growth and operational initiatives. This included converting the Company to a recurring subscription revenue model, launching new products, executing a strategic acquisition, and expanding in multiple geographies and end markets. The Company also invested heavily in additional corporate infrastructure, including new information technology systems and enhanced operational capabilities. During its partnership with Peak Rock, Amtech more than tripled its annual recurring revenue (ARR) and more than doubled its headcount. Preston Thomas, Managing Director of Peak Rock, said, "We are extremely proud of the success Amtech has achieved under Peak Rock's ownership. Since partnering with Amtech's founder, Cosmo DeNicola, we have helped support the Company with strategic and operational resources to achieve transformational growth, convert to a highly recurring subscription revenue model, and significantly increase its product differentiation through investments in research and development." Chuck Schneider, Chief Executive Officer of Amtech, added, "Peak Rock's partnership has been critical to Amtech's impressive growth through significant investments in the Company's team, technology and capabilities. We look forward to continuing to support our customers with our leading software solutions." "Amtech combines deep industry expertise with strong customer relationships and a clear perspective on the future of packaging technology," said Jake Hodgman, Managing Director at Vista Equity Partners. "We share their commitment to modernizing operations for manufacturers and are thrilled to support them in this next chapter of growth." Anthony DiSimone, Chief Executive Officer of Peak Rock, said, "This transaction is another great example of Peak Rock's software investing strategy and the breadth of our portfolio featuring market leading technology businesses. Peak Rock has expertise in providing resources and strategic partnership to support the rapid growth of family and founder-owned businesses. We look forward to partnering with additional software businesses that can benefit from our capabilities to achieve transformational outcomes." Houlihan Lokey and Macquarie acted as financial advisors and Kirkland & Ellis LLP acted as the legal advisor to the Company on the transaction. ABOUT AMTECH SOFTWARE Founded in 1981, Amtech Software is a leading provider of industrial software to the global packaging industry. The Company's fully-integrated product suite of modules and enterprise solutions provides a compelling value proposition to the full spectrum of manufacturers. Amtech is headquartered in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. For more information visit ABOUT PEAK ROCK CAPITAL Peak Rock Capital is a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock's equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital. Peak Rock's credit platform invests across capital structures, with a broad mandate to provide flexible, tailored capital solutions to middle-market and growth-oriented businesses. Peak Rock's real estate platform makes equity and debt investments in small to mid-sized real estate assets in attractive, growing geographies. For further information about Peak Rock Capital, please visit ABOUT VISTA EQUITY PARTNERS Vista is a global technology investor that specializes in enterprise software. Vista's private market strategies seek to deliver differentiated returns through a proprietary and systematic approach to value creation developed and refined over the course of 25 years and 600+ transactions. Today, Vista manages a diversified portfolio of software companies that provide mission-critical solutions to millions of customers around the world. As of December 31, 2024, Vista had more than $100 billion in assets under management. Further information is available at Follow Vista on LinkedIn, @Vista Equity Partners, and on X, @Vista_Equity. Media Contact:Daniel YungerKekst View original content: SOURCE Peak Rock Capital Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Arabian Post
05-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Inventec, Nvidia, and Solomon Unveil AI-Enhanced Server Production System
Inventec has partnered with Nvidia and Solomon to introduce a collaborative robotic system aimed at revolutionising server manufacturing. This initiative integrates Nvidia's Isaac cuMotion acceleration libraries, Solomon's AI-driven optical inspection software, and Inventec's proprietary Manufacturing Execution System , resulting in a streamlined, intelligent production line. The collaborative robotic arm system, commonly referred to as a cobot, is designed to enhance automation in server assembly. By embedding Nvidia's Isaac cuMotion, the system achieves up to eightfold improvements in complex motion planning speeds and reduces robotic singularity-related interference errors by 50%. This advancement not only accelerates production but also enhances the precision of automated inspections. Solomon's contribution lies in its AI-powered optical inspection software, which employs few-shot learning techniques. This approach significantly reduces training time by at least 50% compared to traditional machine vision development processes. The software's rapid learning capabilities enable the system to adapt swiftly to new inspection tasks, maintaining agility in dynamic manufacturing environments. ADVERTISEMENT The integration with Inventec's MES facilitates real-time data uploading, centralised management, and monitoring of the production process. This seamless connectivity ensures that quality control measures are consistently applied, and manufacturing costs are effectively managed. Since implementing this system, Inventec has reported improvements in product quality and a reduction in production expenses. The collaborative effort between Inventec, Nvidia, and Solomon represents a significant step towards the adoption of AI-driven smart manufacturing. By combining advanced robotics, machine learning, and integrated systems management, the partnership aims to set new standards in server production efficiency and quality assurance.
Globe and Mail
24-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Manufacturing Execution System Market worth $25.78 Billion in 2030, at a CAGR of 10.1%
"Manufacturing Execution System Market" The global Manufacturing Execution Systems Market is expected to grow from USD 15.95 billion in 2025 to USD 25.78 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 10.1%. According to a research report " Manufacturing Execution System Market by Deployment Mode (On-premises, Cloud, Hybrid), Application (Production Management, Quality Management, Material and Inventory Management, Maintenance Management, Performance Analysis) - Global Forecast to 2030" The global manufacturing execution systems market is expected to grow from USD 15.95 billion in 2025 to USD 25.78 billion in 2030, with a CAGR of 10.1%. Download PDF Brochure @ Browse 224 market data Tables and 72 Figures spread through 273 Pages and in-depth TOC on "Manufacturing Execution System Market" View detailed Table of Content here - The global Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) market is poised for major growth due to the intensifying adoption of industrial automation, the rise of smart manufacturing practices, and expanding digital transformation implementations. Real-time production monitoring combined with quality control through enterprise resource planning (ERP) system integration enhances operational efficiency and ensures regulatory compliance. The market demand for MES solutions continues to grow in automotive along with aerospace pharmaceuticals and food & beverage sectors because these industries need better supply chain transparency as well as traceability capabilities and process enhancement. Manufacturers within an Industry 4.0 environment use MES solutions with IoT components, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing to gain real-time data and automate processes while enabling predictive maintenance capabilities. Businesses are increasingly opting for cloud-based MES platforms due to their scalability, remote accessibility, and cost-effectiveness. Advanced MES solutions with enhanced security capabilities are in high demand as manufacturers require protection against cybersecurity threats, data privacy issues, and industry regulation compliance. As companies emphasize lowering operational downtime while improving production performance and meeting quality requirements, the MES market anticipates substantial growth with industries focusing on maximizing efficiency and data-driven decision-making. Hybrid segment expected to grow at highest CAGR during the forecast period due to increased flexibility and scalability. The high growth in the Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Industry during the forecast period is driven by the hybrid deployment segment, which combines the advantages of both on-premises and cloud-based solutions. With Hybrid MES, manufacturers gain flexibility in that they can store critical production data on local servers and access real time information for decision making using cloud-based analytics. Hybrid MES is being picked up by industries to guarantee secure data, regulatory compliance and well scalable system. Further integration of AI-driven analytics and IoT shop floor connectivity builds momentum for hybrid deployment. As digital transformation and automation expand, the hybrid MES model is gaining traction in fast-growing industrial sectors, helping manufacturers optimize production efficiency while maintaining strict control over sensitive data. Automotive industry expected to grow in manufacturing execution systems market with a significant market share. The Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) market will expand globally as companies increasingly adopt industrial automation, embrace smart manufacturing approaches, and implement digital transformation programs. During the forecast period, the automotive sector is set to expand its MES implementation, as these systems provide real-time production monitoring, quality control, and enterprise connectivity. MES solutions are now essential for the automotive industry to manage operations efficiently, minimize production downtime, and enhance supply chain traceability. The integration of advanced MES features including predictive maintenance with AI analytics and IoT shop floor connectivity enables businesses to achieve better operational efficiency and higher process optimization rates. MES integration advances rapidly because manufacturers implement it to obtain line flexibility and precision in the production process due to the electric and autonomous vehicle trend. As smart manufacturing evolves, the automotive sector's reliance on MES will be pivotal in achieving higher productivity, maintaining stringent industry standards, and supporting future technological advancements. Asia Pacific is expected to grow with the highest CAGR in the manufacturing execution systems market during the forecast period. The Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) market in the Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at a high rate due to the increasing adoption of automation, rapid industrialization and supportive government initiatives to promote smart manufacturing. Due to the need to increase production efficiency, real-time production monitoring, and quality control, countries such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea are extensively investing in MES solutions. Additionally, with aging equipment and systems, alongside the growing adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, IoT-enabled shop floors, and AI-driven analytics, the region's expanding manufacturing sector is driving MES deployment. In addition to this, industries such as semiconductor, electronics and automotive are facilitating the growth of MES to optimize operations as well as accomplish the regulatory compliances. Asia Pacific is expected to be the leader for MES market growth in the next few years owing to its huge industrial base and the rise in digital transformation platforms. Major Players operating in the Manufacturing Execution Systems Companies include Siemens (Germany), Dassault Systèmes (France), SAP SE (Germany), Rockwell Automation (US), Honeywell International Inc. (US). About MarketsandMarkets™ MarketsandMarkets™ has been recognized as one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes, as per their recent report. 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Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ERG Deploys Autonomous Trucks, AI Technology at Kazakhstan Operations in Push Toward Mining Innovation
ERG Deploys Autonomous Trucks, AI Technology at Kazakhstan Operations in Push Toward Mining Innovation ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global metals and mining company Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) is implementing AI technologies at its operations in Kazakhstan, including autonomous dump trucks and an advanced Manufacturing Execution System, as part of its continuing digital transformation. The company is the first in Kazakhstan to deploy driverless vehicles for mining operations. By adopting autonomous technologies, ERG aims to reshape mining industry dynamics in Central Asia and contribute to mining's next chapter through cutting-edge innovations. ERG's autonomous dump trucks at its Vostochny open-pit coal mine have already transported over two million tonnes of mined rock, completing 17,000 unmanned trips and covering 68,000 kilometres, which are controlled remotely via a private 5G network from Kazakhstan telecom provider Kcell. ERG's senior officials presented these technologies to Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the recent exhibition. 'Leading our industry into a digital future means taking firm tech decisions and implementing advances ourselves. As a mining and metals leader, our vision is to be a modern, progress-driven business. Our goal is to increase the volume of rock mass transported using robotic cargo systems by 115 million tons by 2027,' said Shukhrat Ibragimov, Group CEO of ERG and Chairman of the Board. The new technology allows one operator to supervise three driverless trucks simultaneously using the Kcell network, which currently provides 10 Gbit/s bandwidth and 1-millisecond latency. At the same time, another engineer works side by side to oversee maintenance and logistics. Serik Shakhazhanov, the CEO of ERG Kazakhstan, said, 'We are the first in Kazakhstan to launch unmanned dump trucks. We have also started to fill new positions within the company, such as autonomous truck operators.' 'It takes only two people to operate autonomous machinery. As the operator (the former driver, who has gone through a professional retraining program) monitors the speed, path, and safety of the movement of the vehicles, the service engineer carries out maintenance, plans the routes, and provides up-to-date information on loading and unloading sites,' Shakhazhanov added. The AI algorithms that control the automated dump trucks working in coordination with operational teams, help minimize risks, elevate safety standards, and enable greater precision and higher extraction output. ERG's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) uses generative AI to monitor over 7,000 real-time operational parameters. It features an AI digital assistant named MES Alina, which generates automated reports and retrieves equipment performance data. The MES is already operational at several ERG sites, including the Aktobe Ferroalloys Plant, Kazakhstan Aluminium Smelter, and Krasno-Oktyabrskoye Bauxite Mining Unit. Further MES deployment is planned at the Aksu Ferroalloys Plant and the Donskoy GOK, with additional rollout scheduled for the Sokolov-Sarbai Mining Production Association (SSGPO) iron ore by the end of 2025. These proprietary technologies, continuously developed by ERG's IT subsidiary Business and Technology Services, are expected to materially reduce operating expenses and enhance profitability for ERG's mining operations. Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) is a global metals and mining company headquartered in Luxembourg. ERG has around 67,000 employees and is one of the largest employers in the industry. It sells products in more than 40 countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. The Group's main shareholder (40% stake) is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. ERG's CEO and Chairman of the Board is Shukhrat Ibragimov, who was appointed in 2024 and brings with him many years of industry experience. With integrated mining, processing, energy, logistics, and marketing operations, ERG is one of the world's largest producers of ferrochrome and cobalt and a leading international supplier of copper and iron ore. It is also a large supplier of alumina and aluminium in Eurasia. In Kazakhstan, the Group operates multiple production entities, including Kazchrome, Sokolov-Sarbai Iron Ore Mining Production Association (SSGPO), Kazakhstan Aluminium Smelter, Aluminium of Kazakhstan, and Eurasian Energy Corporation. ERG is a key power supplier and a large railway operator in Central Asia. In Africa, Frontier is the cornerstone of the Group's copper business in the DRC, while Metalkol represents a major tailings reprocessing operation. Metalkol has become one of the world's largest producers of cobalt and a major producer of copper. The Group manages its own supply chain through its logistics company, SABOT. For further information: press@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
