B&R Industrial Automation GmbH is an Austrian company specializing in automation and process control technology. Founded in 1979, it is headquartered in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria, and has grown to employ over 3,000 people across more than 200 sales offices in 70 countries. In 2017, B&R was acquired by ABB, enhancing its market position and global reach. The company offers a wide range of automation solutions, including programmable controllers, industrial PCs, human-machine interfaces, servo drives, motion control technology, real-time Ethernet networks, safety applications, robot controllers, and process control systems. B&R serves various industries such as packaging, logistics, consumer goods, and machine automation, and is recognized for its expertise in IoT and IIoT technologies. With a strong financial history and a commitment to innovation, B&R continues to expand its capabilities and global presence.