OMRON Automation Centre in Stuttgart receives design award

(See OMRON at MachineBuilding.Live, 15 October 2025, on stand 203)

This is the second time one of OMRON's permanent facilities has been honoured with an iF Design Award. The first was awarded in 2021 to the Automation Centre in Tokyo.

The iF Design Award is one of the most respected design competitions worldwide, established over 70 years ago. It is judged by an independent panel of experts, who assess thousands of entries each year based on criteria such as functionality, user experience, sustainability, and relevance to current societal and industrial challenges. In 2025, the jury evaluated around 11,000 submissions from 66 countries.

Opened in April 2025, OMRON's Automation Centre Stuttgart was designed as a collaborative environment where customers can explore new approaches to factory automation. The facility offers a space to jointly develop and test solutions that address specific manufacturing needs, with a strong focus on practical application and regional relevance.

The jury recognised the Automation Centre for its architectural clarity, its purposeful design in support of co-creation, and its integration of sustainable principles. The facility makes conscious use of recyclable materials and equipment sourced from local suppliers where possible, contributing to reduced environmental impact. The design also supports a flexible and functional layout, enabling efficient workflows for innovation in manufacturing.

With 48 Automation Centres and Proof-of-Concept labs worldwide, OMRON supports customers in developing solutions tailored to their local needs and industries.