26-year employee holds added distinction of being the world's only TÜV-certified expert for both machine and process safetyMILWAUKEE, June 23, 2005 —The certification of Rockwell Automation safety expert Art Pietrzyk as one of nine TÜV-certified Functional Safety Experts worldwide gives Rockwell Automation customers enhanced safety capabilities, including the ability to more quickly navigate the safety certification process and reduce system development costs. Pietrzyk, a strategic marketing and business development program manager at Rockwell Automation, was recognized in a ceremony held last week at the TÜV Rheinland Safety Symposium in Cleveland, Ohio. “Rockwell Automation has maintained a steadfast commitment to build its safety expertise covering a broad range of machinery and process applications,” said Lyle Masimore, safety business manager at Rockwell Automation. “Art’s certification is a tremendous accomplishment and a great asset for our customers."The TÜV Functional Safety Program provides formal proof of competency and knowledge for professionals who have been working in the field of functional safety. Pietrzyk, a 26-year employee of Rockwell Automation, holds the added distinction of being the only expert certified for both machine and process safety. With his certification, Pietrzyk also is licensed to develop training courses covering topics ranging from basic safety training to safety instrumented systems.“Today’s safety standards, such as IEC 61508 and IEC 61511, are complex and comprehensive and require detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes and regulatory compliance issues,” said Pietrzyk. “We are committed to helping our customers navigate through these standards specifications to reduce the time, costs and efforts commonly associated with certifying the safety of their manufacturing systems.” Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK), is a leading global provider of automation, power, control, and information solutions that help manufacturers achieve a competitive advantage in their businesses. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., U.S.A., the company employs about 20,000 people serving customers in more than 80 countries.For more information on Rockwell Automation Machine Safety services, please contact the Rockwell Automation Response Center, 10701 Hampshire Avenue South, Bloomington, Minn., 55438, 800.223.5354, Ext. 1820.Visit their website at www.rockwellautomation.com.
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