United Automation Becomes UK Distributor for Panasonic Industrial Automation Products

United Automation is the official Panasonic Industrial Automation UK Distributor, providing UK manufacturers with direct access to Panasonic’s advanced sensors, servo drives, PLCs, HMIs and motion control solutions, supported by over 60 years of industrial automation expertise.

United Automation is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Panasonic Industry, becoming the UK strategic Partner for Panasonic industrial automation products in the United Kingdom from 1st April 2026.

This collaboration brings together Panasonic’s globally recognised automation technology with United Automation’s over 60 years of experience in industrial power control, motion control, and automation solutions.

Expanding Automation Solutions for UK Industry

As manufacturing and industrial processes continue to evolve, businesses increasingly rely on advanced automation technologies to improve productivity, efficiency, and reliability.

Through this new partnership, United Automation will provide customers across the UK with access to Panasonic’s innovative automation portfolio, supported by local engineering expertise and technical support.

These technologies are widely used across industries, including automotive, packaging, electronics manufacturing, robotics, semiconductor production, and industrial machinery.

Discover Panasonic’s Industrial Range

Sensors for Factory Automation

Panasonic offers an extensive sensor portfolio ranging from optical and laser sensors to pressure and flow sensors, designed for accurate detection, measurement, and process control.

Sensor categories include:

• Photoelectric sensors – Optical sensors with various sensing ranges available as thru-beam, retro-reflective, and diffuse reflective types
• Safety light curtains and safety sensors – Light curtains, single beam sensors, and safety switches for safety-critical applications
• Measurement sensors – High speed and high precision for quality control applications
• IO-Link sensors – Easy integration into modern industrial networks
• Fiber amplifiers – For use with fiber optic cables in small or difficult environments
• Fibers – Optical fibers to be combined with fiber amplifiers
• Inductive sensors – Detection of metal objects (iron, steel) at short range
• Pressure sensors – Measurement of gas and liquid pressure
• Particular use sensors – Specialised sensors for wafer production, fluid and leakage detection in semiconductor industries

These sensing technologies help manufacturers improve process accuracy, quality control, and operational efficiency.

Industrial Motors, Servo Drives and Motion Control

Panasonic servo systems are ideally suited for high-dynamic, compact, and complex applications, including mobile applications powered by DC systems.

Motion and drive solutions include:

• Servo drives – Environmentally friendly, high-efficiency, high-performance motor control
• Motion Controller GM1 – Combines PLC and motion control into one powerful, efficient device
• Software for drives – Advanced configuration and optimisation tools for servo systems

These systems provide:

• High-speed positioning accuracy
• Energy-efficient performance
• Advanced vibration suppression
• Compact and reliable designs

Widely used in robotics, packaging machinery, semiconductor production, and automated assembly systems.

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Panasonic provides a complete controller range suitable for applications from premium systems to compact solutions.

• FP Series PLCs – Advanced automation control with real-time data visibility
• Communication units – Web connectivity for modern automation networks
• PLC software – One software platform for all FP series PLCs

Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)

Panasonic HMIs provide intuitive communication between operators and equipment.

• High-end touch terminals (HM Series) – Ideal for demanding IoT applications
• Ultra-compact touch terminals (GT Series) – From monochrome displays to outdoor weatherproof panels
• HMI programming software – Free, intuitive software for efficient configuration
• Platform as a Service (PaaS) – Powerful data management via modern server technologies

Limit Switches and Safety Devices

A wide range of standard and safety limit switches for industrial applications.

• MAC-I Limit Switches – Multiple models with plastic or metal casings
• MAC-I Safety Devices – Designed to IEC and EN safety standards

Local Expertise and Technical Support

By partnering with Panasonic, United Automation strengthens its ability to provide comprehensive automation solutions backed by over six decades of industry expertise.

Customers benefit from:

• Local technical support and application knowledge
• Access to high-quality automation products
• Reliable UK supply from a trusted distributor

Enquiries and Further Information

If you require more information or would like to enquire about any Panasonic industrial automation product, please complete the enquiry form below:

🔗 https://united-automation.com/uk-distributor-panasonic-industrial-automation-solutions/

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https://united-automation.com/product-category/panasonic/