OPTO 22, shared an update PostedThursday, September 15, 2022 at 6:31 PM groov RIO is the first universal Ethernet I/O module with an embedded OPC UA server. Now you can connect your favorite OPC UA-compatible SCADA or HMI software directly to your multi-signal, multifunction Ethernet I/O System. https://blog.opto22.com/optoblog/groov-rio-now-with-opc-ua groov RIO, now with OPC UA The latest video in our developer series is a quick start guide for... Read More groov RIO is the first universal Ethernet I/O module with an embedded OPC UA server. Now you can connect your favorite OPC UA-compatible SCADA or HMI software directly to your multi-signal, multifunction Ethernet I/O System. https://blog.opto22.com/optoblog/groov-rio-now-with-opc-ua groov RIO, now with OPC UA The latest video in our developer series is a quick start guide for setting up OPC UA on groov RIO. blog.opto22.com Read Less
OPTO 22, shared an update PostedThursday, September 15, 2022 at 6:30 PM With software-configurable I/O, like that on the groov RIO MM1 and MM2, it’s easier than ever to instrument all your devices for control and reading back real-world data. https://blog.opto22.com/optoblog/groov-rio-ignition-exchange-project-spotlight groov RIO Ignition Exchange Project Spotlight See how to quickly read groov RIO data into the Ignition Exchange tag... Read More With software-configurable I/O, like that on the groov RIO MM1 and MM2, it’s easier than ever to instrument all your devices for control and reading back real-world data. https://blog.opto22.com/optoblog/groov-rio-ignition-exchange-project-spotlight groov RIO Ignition Exchange Project Spotlight See how to quickly read groov RIO data into the Ignition Exchange tag database. blog.opto22.com Read Less
Your IoT Primer: Bridge the Gap between OT and IT PostedJuly 25, 2016 You've probably heard about the Internet of Things (IoT). But what is it, and how will it affect our businesses?This primer helps you understand the IoT and the significant challenges we face to realize its benefits.The primer defines operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT), and shows how they are converging and why. It defines IoT technologies and suggests 3 steps you can take to develop an effective and profitable IoT strategy. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
White Paper: Using Commercial Off-the-Shelf Mobile Devices in Industrial Automation PostedAugust 1, 2014 "Russian Roulette" or the "New Normal"?Automation engineers on LinkedIn heatedly debate the pros and cons of using standard COTS smartphones and tablets in industrial settings. Meanwhile, industry analysts like Gartner and ARC Advisory Group forecast tremendous growth in BYOD (bring your own device) usage.Are there reasons to use off-the-shelf mobile devices in industrial automation? What are the advantages and disadvantages, and what do you need to think about before moving ahead? This white paper discusses environmental, safety, security, connectivity, and other factors to consider and includes specific advice for choosing device types suited to your industrial application. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
White Paper: The Case for Intelligent Remote I/O PostedAugust 1, 2014 This white paper explores the use of intelligent remote I/O in industrial automation systems. Employing a distributed architecture, rather than centralized control, offers three advantages: minimizing single points of failure, spreading the load, and maximizing scalability.The paper details applications that could be made more efficient by using built-in functions offered by intelligent remote I/O. It also gives a specific example of how distributed intelligence could be used in a PLC system. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More