Learning Series
The Reynolds Company hosts online technical seminars once a month. Our Learning Series offers an interactive setting for members of the industrial automation community (including engineers, technicians, system integrators, maintenance personnel and managers) to keep current with the latest technology and build working relationships with Reynolds specialists and our vendor partners. Registration is free and assists our team in knowing their audience and tailoring the content to specific use cases. Join us once a month to share industry trends, explore applications for Rockwell Automation® technology and enhance your knowledge and skills.
Professional Development Hours are available to registered attendees upon request.
2026 Sessions
Automation Update 2026
Kick off the year with a high-level automation update from The Reynolds Company’s specialists. The January Learning Series will highlight key updates across Rockwell Automation® and Allen-Bradley® platforms, including control systems, software, networking and lifecycle considerations. Learn what’s new, what’s changing and how these updates may impact your automation strategy. Please tune in to ask your questions and get live answers from our experts.
Design and Configuration Updates
Keep current on the latest design and configuration software updates from Rockwell Automation®. In the February Learning Series, The Reynolds Company specialists will cover enhancements and best practices for tools such as FactoryTalk® software, Studio 5000® Logix Designer and related engineering procedures. Learn how recent updates improve designs, expedite configurations and extend the lifespans of systems. Q&A is encouraged throughout the session.
Panel Design - Sensor and I/O Optimization
Improve your control panel’s performance with smart sensors and I/O integrations. In the March Learning Series, The Reynolds Company’s specialists will present best practices for optimizing panel layouts, sensor setup and I/O architecture using Rockwell Automation® and Allen-Bradley® solutions. Learn to reduce wiring, improve diagnostics and increase your system’s reliability while supporting scalable automation designs. Join the live session to get answers to all your technical questions.
Panel Design - Connected Products
Learn how connected products enhance modern control panel designs and system visibility. In the April Learning Series, The Reynolds Company specialists will explore the ways that smart devices, industrial networking, and data-ready components interact within Rockwell Automation® architectures. Discover how having connected products can expand your diagnostic capabilities, simplify commissioning, and support scalable, connected enterprise solutions. Participants who join our live session will have the opportunity to get answers to application-specific questions.
Edge HMI / SCADA Solutions
Explore edge-based HMI and SCADA solutions that deliver real-time visibility and actionable data at the machine and line level. In the May Learning Series, The Reynolds Company’s specialists will review Rockwell Automation® visualization options, including FactoryTalk® View and edge computing concepts for improved performance and connectivity. Learn how edge HMI/SCADA architectures support faster decision-making, secure data access and scalable operations. Register for the live session and get immediate answers to your visualization questions.
Industrial Networks Design Guide
Gain practical guidance on designing reliable and secure industrial networks. In the June Learning Series, The Reynolds Company specialists will outline best practices for EtherNet/IP™ network architecture, device connectivity, segmentation and performance considerations within Rockwell Automation® systems. Improve uptime, scalability and cybersecurity across your automation infrastructure with advice from our experts. If you’ve been looking to upgrade your network design, register and join us during the live session.
Migration and Modernization
Create a solid plan for moving from legacy systems to modern automation architectures. In the July Learning Series, The Reynolds Company specialists will explain tested migration and modernization strategies for controllers, drives, I/O, networks and software within Rockwell Automation® environments. Join the live session to get answers on how you can reduce risks, minimize downtime, and align your system upgrades with long-term operational goals.
Process and Safety Solutions Update
Stay informed on the latest process automation and safety system updates from Rockwell Automation®. In the August Learning Series, The Reynolds Company specialists will cover recent developments in process control, PlantPAx® and LogixSIS. Learn how advanced technologies support safer, more reliable and more connected industrial operations. Register today, join the live session and participate in the Q&A to start planning updates to your process applications.
The Power of Premier Integration
Discover the value of integrating Rockwell Automation® systems with low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) power infrastructures. In the September Learning Series, The Reynolds Company specialists will present network architecture, design considerations and data integration between power systems and automation platforms. Attendees of the live webinar will be able to join the discussion and see how unified power and control solutions enhance visibility, reliability and system performance across their industrial operations.
2026 Automation Fair Preview
The last Learning Series of the year will provide a preview of what you can expect to experience at the 2026 Rockwell Automation Fair® event. In this session, The Reynolds Company specialist will share the key technologies, product launches and industry trends they are most excited to see in Boston. Join the live webinar, learn what emerging innovations to keep an eye out for, and ask questions to start building your future automation strategy.
looking for more information?
Contact your local automation specialist or account manager at The Reynolds Company to discuss your automation applications.