Rockwell introduces high-performance ControlLogix 5590 controller to streamline manufacturing operations
Rockwell Automation, Inc. has introduced the ControlLogix 5590 controller, a next-generation platform designed to enhance performance, safety, and security across industrial operations. The launch marks a major update to Rockwell’s Logix family and underscores the company’s commitment to simplifying system design while meeting modern manufacturing demands.
The ControlLogix 5590 integrates high-speed processing, expanded memory, and multidiscipline control capabilities to support applications ranging from process and batch production to motion and robotics. Built-in cybersecurity features aligned with IEC 62443 standards help protect systems from evolving digital threats, while integrated functional safety capabilities eliminate the need for separate safety controllers.
According to Rockwell Automation, the unified platform enables manufacturers to reduce system complexity, optimize throughput, and build scalable architectures across enterprise operations. It is fully compatible with Rockwell’s Studio 5000 Logix Designer and FactoryTalk Design Studio software environments, allowing engineers to streamline workflows and accelerate deployment.
“The ControlLogix 5590 controller isn’t just an upgrade, it’s a powerhouse engineered for the future of industrial automation,” said Dan DeYoung, global vice president and general manager of production design and control at Rockwell Automation. “We’re giving our customers the ability to build smarter and more secure systems right out of the box, with a platform designed to meet the demands of today and ready to scale for tomorrow.”
Craig Resnick, vice president, consulting at ARC Advisory Group, noted that the convergence of performance, safety, and cybersecurity in one control platform helps manufacturers modernize efficiently while maintaining operational continuity.
The ControlLogix 5590 controller will be showcased at Rockwell Automation’s Automation Fair, taking place November 17–20, 2025, in Chicago. FactoryTalk Design Studio version 2.03 will add support for the new controller’s Standard and XT models upon its release in November 2025, with additional support for the Process variant to follow in a future update.
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