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OMRON Opens New Proof of Concept Center in Sydney
Driving innovation in advanced manufacturing
OMRON is proud to announce the opening of our state-of-the-art Proof of Concept (PoC) Center in Sydney, Australia, located at the Engineering Innovation Hub in Parramatta and co-located with Western Sydney University. As the first OMRON PoC Center in Oceania, this facility enables manufacturers across Australia and New Zealand to innovate with confidence, support sovereign capabilities, and develop the next generation of STEM talent.
Empowering industries, education, and innovation
The Automation and Robotics PoC Australia is more than a showcase of world-class technologies—it’s a hands-on, collaborative hub for manufacturers, students, and partners to:
- Test and Validate Technologies: Trial the latest robotics, AI, machine vision, IoT, and safety solutions in a real-world environment before making investment decisions.
- Access Expert Engineering Support: Benefit from feasibility studies, PoC trials, and collaborative engineering projects tailored to your unique challenges.
- Upskill Your Workforce: Participate in hands-on technical training, workshops, and upskilling initiatives designed to build industry-ready talent.
- Accelerate Innovation: Engage in joint R&D, innovation support, and knowledge sharing through partnerships with OMRON and Western Sydney University.
“This center will accelerate onshoring our world-class expertise — strengthened by local commitment and trusted partner networks and will further empower businesses and people to operate more efficiently, innovate faster, and achieve new heights.” – Mr. Henry Zhou, Managing Director of OMRON Automation and Robotics Oceania.
A hub for collaboration and growth
The Automation and Robotics PoC Australia is a catalyst for industry, government, and academia to work together, supporting Australia’s Future Made in Australia Policy and strengthening the strategic partnership between Australia and Japan. Our collaboration with Western Sydney University gives businesses direct access to job-ready STEM talent and real-world experience, ensuring immediate impact and long-term growth.
As part of OMRON’s global network of 45 Automation Centers and PoC Labs, the Sydney Center connects local customers with thousands of application engineers and global expertise. Whether you’re looking to accelerate your digital transformation, upskill your workforce, or co-create the next breakthrough in advanced manufacturing, OMRON is here to support your journey.
For more information or to book a visit, please visit omron.com.au.
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