Panasonic Showcases Advanced Automation Solutions at India Warehousing Show 2025

27 Jun 2025 CW Team

Panasonic Life Solutions India’s Industrial Division showcased its latest automation solutions at the India Warehousing Show 2025. Demonstrating over four decades of design expertise, the company presented its comprehensive portfolio, including advanced PLCs, high-speed sensors, servo systems, HMIs, and laser markers designed to optimise manufacturing productivity, safety, and control.

The event highlighted solutions across key sectors such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, packaging, and warehousing. Among the innovations on display were the HL-G2 Series laser sensors, GM1 motion controller, and MINAS A7 servo systems, engineered to enhance precision, reduce errors, and improve shopfloor efficiency.

Panasonic’s automation offerings also include state-of-the-art AC servo drives, a wide range of factory automation sensors, safety light curtains compliant with international safety standards, and smart conductor bars now available in India. Its PLC and HMI systems integrate IIoT 4.0 features to streamline control and enhance operability for Indian OEMs.

Tadashi Chiba, MD & CEO of Panasonic Life Solutions India, attended the expo alongside the Panasonic Industry team, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting India’s evolving manufacturing landscape through innovation and automation.

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