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 An event dedicated to those who want to take part at the future of industry.


A day of dialogue, inspiration and innovation to explore how digital transformation is changing the way companies design, produce and compete. Through real stories, strategic visions and the contribution of experts and industry leaders, TXT INDUSTRIAL CONNECT will be an opportunity to share experiences, ideas and new perspectives on an industry in evolution.

 

TXT Industrial Connect 2026 is part of

 

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Discover Aras Connect Tour 2026,

where business leaders, engineers, and digital transformation experts come together to explore the next evolution of PLM.

 

 

Sponsored by

 

 

Main Sponsor

 

 
 
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Aras is a leading provider of open, flexible, and scalable Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and digital thread solutions, empowering organizations to manage complex products and accelerate digital transformation. Built on the Aras Innovator platform, its composable architecture connects people, processes, and product data across engineering, manufacturing, operations, and service.

By establishing a connected, traceable digital thread across the entire product lifecycle, Aras enables organizations to break down data silos, streamline collaboration, and make faster, more informed decisions. Its adaptable platform supports complex engineering processes, systems engineering, and AI-driven innovation, providing the trusted product data foundation needed to unlock the potential of engineering AI, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation

 
 

 

Sponsors

 
 
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Empowering People Through Automation and Enriching the World
OMRON is a global leader in automation, driven by its unique Sensing & Control + Think technology. Since 1933, OMRON has been developing innovative solutions across industrial automation, healthcare, social systems, and electronic components, with operations in more than 130 countries.
By combining advanced automation technologies with a deep understanding of manufacturing challenges, OMRON helps companies improve productivity, enhance quality, and create greater value. Through its global network of expertise and support, OMRON empowers people and drives sustainable innovation worldwide.

 

 

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TRILOG is a technology consulting company specialized in SAP solutions and digital transformation.
Founded in 1996, it is part of the DUNE Group. It supports large and medium-sized enterprises in the evolution of their business processes, combining business expertise and technological know-how. It designs, implements, manages and evolves innovative solutions in the SAP environment.
 

 

With the participation of

 

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Location

 The event is hosted at the stunning Ruote da Sogno showroom, in Reggio Emilia, a unique setting to discover. All attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy an exclusive guided tour as part of the day.  

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DATE 

5 November 2026

 

TIME 

9:30 - 17:00

Why Attend

DISCOVER

 

Real stories from companies leading the digital evolution of manufacturing.

 

 

CONNECT

 

Meet people, expertise and diverse perspectives in a day of dialogue and networking.

 

GAIN TOOLS

 

Take home methodologies, hands-on experiences and actionable insights for your business.

 

Meet the Speakers

MIRCO MARIANI

Managing Director, TXT Industrial

LUIGI SALERNO

Sales Director, TXT Industrial

MATTEO GHIGLIO

Product Manager, TXT Industrial

DANIELE MISANI

CEO, TXT Group

MATTEO SCOLA

CEO, TXT FasThink

LEON LAURITSEN

CEO, Aras Corporation

MATTEO NICOLICH

Product Director, Aras Corporation

GIOVANNI BARONI

Vicepresident, Unione Parmense degli Industriali (UPI)

GIOVANNI CUNDARI

Digital & Applications Manager, Mazzucchelli 1849

GIANLUCA BATTISTON

Aftermarket Warehouse Manager, Electrolux

MARCO AMBROSETTI

Direct PMO, Alpitronic

MASSIMO FELLINI

Giornalista, Content Manager e Divulgatore Tech

Format & Topics

The technologies reshaping manufacturing, from Digital Thread to AI, from PLM to MES, from Logistics to Traceability, told by those already using them to make a difference.

INSPIRATIONAL KEYNOTE

CUSTOM STORIES

DEMO EXPERIENCE

INTERVIEWS & ROUNDTABLE

TECH CORNERS

NETWORKING

Tech Corners

 

 

 During the event, the Tech Corners will offer the chance to explore the industry's key topics one-on-one with our specialists, in dedicated booths on site.  

 Meet the experts behind the technology.  

 

  • SmartThread | PLM powered by Aras | One thread connected the entire product lifecycle.

    This corner, created together with Aras, is dedicated to integrated product lifecycle management.

 

  • SmartDMP | MES & Tracciabilità | The operational core of the digital factory.

    A corner dedicated to production process control and end-to-end traceability. 

     

  • SmartLogix | WOS | Every material, in the right place and time.

    A space dedicated to the digitalization of logistics and intralogistics processes. 

     

  • SmartExtensions | Digital Enablement | Extend applications, multiply value, and keep it simple.

    A corner dedicated to the services and enablers that extend applications with digital content, operating instructions, configurable widgets, 3D visualization, and XR experiences. 

     

  • SmartConnext | Connecting People, Processes, and Platforms.

    A cross-cutting corner dedicated to the overall vision of the ecosystem and to presenting the applications that do not have a dedicated Tech Corner. 

Agenda

 

 

  • 09:30 | Welcome Coffee & Registration
  • 10:00 | Opening Session - Presentation of TXT Group and TXT Industrial
  • 10:20 | Opening Keynote:  From Technology to Industrial Value.
    Artificial intelligence, data, and human expertise to shape the future of manufacturing       - Massimo Fellini
  • 10:40 | Aras PLM: Powering the Digital Thread -The CEO of Aras Corporation presents an international vision of PLM and the Digital Thread -  Leon Lauritsen, CEO of Aras Corporation
  • 11:10 | FasThink Presentation - Discover the new reality enriching the TXT Industrial ecosystem - Matteo Scola, CEO of TXT FasThink
  • 11:30 | Customer Case Study: Smart Logistics in manufacturing - featuring a testimonial from Gianluca Battiston, Aftermarket Warehouse Manager at Electrolux
  • 11:55 | SmartConnext: Connecting processes, people and platforms - Presentation of TXT Industrial ecosystem - Matteo Ghiglio/ Luigi Salerno of TXT Industrial
  • 12:15 | Customer Case Study: PLM transformation in practise - featuring a testimonial from Marco Ambrosetti, Director PMO at Alpitronic
  • 12:35 | Exclusive guided tour of Ruote da Sogno Collection 
  • 13:35 | Lunch Break
  • 14:35 | Artificial Intelligence in Product Lifecycle Management - An international perspective on how AI is redefining PLM and the future of product management - Matteo Nicolich, Product Director of Aras Corporation
  • 15:20 | Customer Success Story: Manufacturing execution in action - featuring a testimonial from Giovanni Cundari, from Mazzucchelli 1849 S.p.A.
  • 15:45 | Leadership Roundtable: Challenges and Opportunities ahead, with the participation of Giovanni Baroni, Vice President UPI  
  • 16:35 | Towards the future: Insights and new horizons, with Mirco Mariani, Managing Director of TXT Industrial
  • 17:00 | Aperitif

Media Partners

 

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Media Partners

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