The film traces Cimcorp’s evolution as an intralogistics innovator and explores the future trajectory of automation

ALPHARETTA, Ga. - Oct. 30, 2025 - Cimcorp, a pioneer in robotic handling solutions, proudly announces the upcoming release of a feature documentary this fall, commemorating its 50-year journey in industrial automation. Titled "The Future of Automation," the film captures the story of automation through the lens of Cimcorp employees past and present. It also features prominent voices in robotics and technology, including Mirka Leino, Principal Lecturer at RoboAI Research Center, Satakunta University of Applied Sciences. Viewers will get a compelling look back at Cimcorp's legacy, plus a visionary perspective toward the future of automation over the next 50 years.

"To foresee and prepare for the future, we must understand the past. It is through reflecting on our journey that we find the tools to shape tomorrow," said Veli-Matti Hakala, CEO of Cimcorp. "This documentary is a tribute not only to the innovation and perseverance of Cimcorp but to the evolution of automation itself."

Today, Cimcorp has grown into a global automation pioneer. The company has delivered breakthrough technologies in the tire and grocery retail industries, and it continues to innovate in areas such as lithium-ion battery automation and sustainable logistics automation. The film will highlight Cimcorp's key milestones through archival footage and personal accounts, including:

• The founding of Cimcorp as part of the Rosenlew Corporation, then one of Finland's largest industrial enterprises
• The development of CRT automation in the 1980s
• The launch of Cimcorp's Dream Factory concept for the tire industry
• Cimcorp's global expansion, including its integration into Murata Machinery

Looking ahead, the documentary explores emerging trends and technologies poised to redefine automation. It discusses the potential of artificial intelligence, advanced robotics, and sustainable practices in shaping the next half-century of industrial innovation.

From outside the company, Mirka Leino, a principal lecturer at Satakunta University of Applied Sciences and a key figure at the RoboAI Research Center, will share her expertise on the integration of robotics and machine vision in modern automation. Her insights underscore the collaborative efforts between academia and industry in driving technological advancements.

To stay informed about the documentary's release and Cimcorp's anniversary events, visit www.cimcorp.com.

About Cimcorp
Cimcorp Group has been simplifying material flows since 1975. As a global system integrator, Cimcorp improves its customers profitability by offering unique solutions for automation that run with easy-to-use software and are backed by lifetime services that ensure success for customers in grocery retail and the tire industry. Cimcorp's solutions are helping customers succeed in their markets, today and tomorrow. Backed by a worldwide network of offices and partners, and as a member of Murata Machinery Ltd., one of the world's largest logistics automation suppliers - Cimcorp offers local support globally. For more information, visit www.cimcorp.com.