As industrial environments demand faster deployment, greater efficiency, and streamlined engineering, Rockwell Automation introduces FactoryTalk® Design Workbench™ software—the next-generation design solution built specifically to accelerate smart machine development for Micro Control Systems.
FactoryTalk Design Workbench software combines contemporary software architecture with a familiar Logix design experience, delivering faster programming workflows, reduced engineering time, and lower overall project risk.
Key Highlights & Capabilities of Software Version 1
FactoryTalk Design Workbench Version 1 delivers a powerful set of features built around three core pillars: Modern Architecture, Performant Workflows, and Multi-Device Support.
Core Software Highlights
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Broad Controller & Drive Support: Fully supports Micro810® and the newer Micro800™ Lx0E controllers (including Micro820® L20E, Micro850® L50E, and Micro870® L70E) with Class 1 connectivity to PowerFlex® 520 series drives and Kinetix® 5100 servo drives.
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Unified User Experience: Provides a seamless interface featuring a common organizer view, unified design workspace, standardized programming instructions, and intuitive keyboard shortcut commands.
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Accelerated Workflows: Build, upload, download, and test programs faster using proven workflows, consistent user interfaces, and pre-developed coding templates that reduce manual errors.
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Real-Time Optimization: Optimize and test operations while keeping machinery running via real-time online editing with Run Mode Change (RMC).
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64-Bit Coexistence: Offers full compatibility and seamless interoperability with other 64-bit industrial software co-located on the same workstation.
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Simultaneous Multi-Controller Access: Simplifies troubleshooting, diagnostics, and data access across multiple controllers at the same time within a single software environment.
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Low-Risk Legacy Transition: Easily migrate existing projects from Connected Components Workbench™ (CCW) and Micro800 programs (versions 22 and 23) with minimal conversion risk and rapid asset reuse.
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Multi-Language & Global Localization: Features built-in localization support for French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish languages.
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IEC Programming Languages: Supports Ladder Diagram (LD), Structured Text (ST), and Function Block Diagram (FBD) programming languages.
Common Applications
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Water & Wastewater: Telemetry units, tank-level controls, simple pump control, and filtration skids.
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Infrastructure & Facilities: Data center cooling systems, metro platform doors, station access management, Life Science facilities, and hospital critical care support systems.
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OEM Machinery: Packaging systems (stretch wrappers, fillers, case erectors), and chemical/process skids (pumps, filtration units, industrial mixers).
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Agriculture & AgTech: Outdoor central irrigation controls and vertical farming automation systems.
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Material Handling & Logistics: Sorting conveyors, automatic labelers, palletizers/de-palletizers, and semiconductor PCB loader/unloader systems.
Hardware & System Requirements
To ensure optimal performance with FactoryTalk Design Workbench software Version 1, target workstations should meet or exceed the following specifications:
| Requirement |
Minimum Specification |
| Processor |
Intel® Core™ i5 Standard Power processor (i5-3xxx equivalent or higher) |
| RAM Memory |
8 GB |
| Hard Disk Space |
20 GB free space |
| Pointing Device |
Windows®-compatible pointing device |
| Supported Operating Systems |
• Windows® 10 Professional / Enterprise 64-bit
• Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC (2016 LTSB, 2019, 2021)
• Windows 11 Professional / Enterprise / 2024 LTSC
• Windows Server® 2022 Standard & Datacenter
• Windows Server 2025 Standard & Datacenter
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Get Started with FactoryTalk Design Workbench at SMC
Ready to streamline your machine design process and experience digital engineering live?
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Free Software Download: Obtain FactoryTalk Design Workbench software at no cost directly through the Rockwell Automation Product Compatibility & Downloads Center (PCDC) or by clicking the button below
- Schedule a Virtual Demonstration: Contact your local SMC to schedule a live, personalized walkthrough of the software's capabilities and workflows with a knowledgeable automation specialist.
Contact SMC today to discuss how FactoryTalk Design Workbench software can elevate your Micro Control machine engineering efficiency.