GE Fanuc was a joint venture between General Electric and FANUC Corp. that existed from 1986 until the late 2000s, offering automation and control systems for industrial applications. After General Electric sold its share, the GE part of the business was integrated into Emerson, while FANUC Corporation continued its operations independently as a global leader in factory automation. 
History of GE Fanuc 

• 1986:
  General Electric and FANUC Corporation formed the joint venture GE Fanuc Automation Corporation to develop and sell industrial automation products.
• Product Development:
  During its time, GE Fanuc released several popular products, including the Series Five, Series 90-30, and Series 90-70 programmable logic controllers (PLCs), as well as the VersaMax PLC and Field Control Systems.

The Shift and Present Day 

• Emerson's Acquisition:
  Emerson acquired the GE part of the business in the late 2000s, integrating GE Fanuc's technologies and customer base into its own automation portfolio.
• FANUC's Continuation:
  FANUC Corporation continued to operate as a distinct entity, focusing on factory automation (FA), robotics, and robomachines, and providing worldwide support for its products.

Implications for Businesses

• For companies that used GE Fanuc products, the transition to Emerson meant new distribution partners and a continued evolution of their automation solutions, according to Expet Controls. 
• FANUC Corporation maintained its commitment to service and innovation in factory automation, providing support to its customers globally.