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
White Paper: Building an HMI that Works - Best Practices for Operator Interface Design PostedAugust 1, 2014 Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) are requiring a new standard in today’s automation industry. This white paper takes a look at the industry's new best practices for building an effective HMI. You'll find out what's wrong with most HMIs and why, see some of the research behind those that work, and learn specific ways to make yours better.Whether you're starting an HMI from scratch or thinking about adding to or changing yours, the information in this paper will help you build an HMI that increases productivity, saves downtime, and avoids accidents. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
What is groov? PostedAugust 1, 2014 This one-page brochure describes groov, Opto 22's easy-to-use tool for building and viewing mobile operator interfaces. You can build interfaces for almost any automation system and use them on virtually any smartphone or tablet, regardless of size or brand. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
What is groov? PostedAugust 18, 2015 http://groov.com/what-is-groov/ What is groov? And how can it help you get your system on your mobile? Watch this short introduction video, and at the conclusion, you can request to be contacted by an engineer. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Tutorial video: Getting Started with MQTT PostedSeptember 27, 2018 https://www.opto22.com/support/resources-tools/videos/video-how-to-get-started-w... In this tutorial you will learn how to get started using MQTT with Node-RED. The IoT is all about interconnecting devices. MQTT is a lightweight publish-subscribe based protocol that relays data through a central broker. This video covers: How the MQTT model worksWhat is an MQTT brokerThe advantages and disadvantages of MQTTHow to use MQTT to turn on a digital outputMQTT Node-RED Node Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Solid State Relays Data Sheet PostedAugust 1, 2014 Opto 22 provides a full range of reliable solid-state relays (SSR). This data sheet includes descriptions, specifications, dimensional drawings, and application information. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
SNAP PAC REST API and the Internet of Things - for OT Professionals PostedJuly 25, 2016 We’ve all heard about the Internet of Things (IoT) and its promises: bringing useful data directly to people who make business decisions, and enabling machines to communicate with each other and make decisions for human benefit.But how does the IoT actually work? How does the data get from inside these physical "things" to computer networks where it can be used?This technical paper describes that pathway for OT (operational technology) professionals—automation professionals. It describes the kinds of data you may be asked to provide and why. It explains how data from physical "things"—especially existing sensors and actuators that have no IoT capabilities built in—can be securely communicated to company computer networks, without disturbing control networks.The paper also explains concepts important to any IoT strategy and introduces a new method to achieve the IoT results you need now, without requiring a complex chain of conversion hardware and software. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
SNAP PAC Controller Comparison Chart PostedAugust 1, 2014 This chart compares details for all SNAP PAC programmable automation controllers: SoftPAC software controller, SNAP PAC S-series standalone controllers, and SNAP PAC R-series rack-mounted controllers. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
SNAP PAC Controller and Brain Comparison Chart PostedAugust 1, 2014 This document compares features of SNAP PAC hardware controllers (SNAP PAC S-series and R-series) and SNAP PAC brains, all part of the SNAP PAC System. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
PAC Project Basic and Professional Comparison Chart PostedAugust 1, 2014 This chart compares the features included in PAC Project Basic and Professional. These software suites are part of the SNAP PAC System. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Opto 22's New groov Action Plan Accelerates Development of Mobile Operator Interfaces PostedSeptember 25, 2015 New service quickly incorporates groov mobile interfaces into industrial automation and control applications. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Opto 22 Updates groov to Easily Connect Modbus/TCP Devices with Smartphones and Tablets PostedFebruary 10, 2015 http://www.opto22.com/documents/2127_Press_Release_groov_23.pdf Press release announces new groov 2.3 which quickly and simply brings data from sensors, drives, meters, and thousands of other Modbus/TCP devices to smartphones, tablets, and PCs. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Opto 22 Integrates Custom Applications with SNAP PAC Control Systems PostedJuly 14, 2015 .NET Controller SDK for SNAP PAC provides modern .NET interface fordeveloping applications that control and communicate with Opto 22SNAP PAC control systems. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Opto 22 announces world's first Edge Programmable Industrial Controller: groov EPIC. PostedJuly 20, 2018 http://info.opto22.com/this-is-epic-introducing-groov-epic This completely new system brings the future of automation to the present by combining guaranteed-for-life I/O, real-time control, local and remote HMI, and industrial/IT data exchange in a compact, industrial package. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Opto 22 Adds Event Notifications and Lower-cost Options to groov PostedMay 26, 2015 Press Release: Event-based notifications in new groov 3.0 is one of many new features that also include new screen development tools, simulated tag database, and entry level pricing. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Meet the Future: Edge Programmable Industrial Controllers PostedMarch 26, 2019 For today's controls engineers, new demands to use and share data present three main challenges: security, complexity, and expense. These IIoT or data-intensive automation applications typically require many steps and a lot of middleware: hardware, drivers, parsers, and custom software. Time-consuming to set up, difficult to maintain and change, they also open major security concerns.See how a new kind of industrial controller—an edge programmable industrial controller, or EPIC—can simplify and secure automation and IIoT projects, while reducing cost and complexity. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Legacy and Current Product Comparison and Compatibility Charts PostedAugust 1, 2014 This document compares SNAP PAC System hardware and software with legacy Opto 22 SNAP systems and provides compatibility information in a series of detailed charts. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More
Introducing OptoU - free online training PostedJuly 20, 2018 https://training.opto22.com/ This free online training program provides convenient, on-demand training courses for engineers and automation professionals. Posted byOPTO 22 Read More