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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

PostedAugust 1, 2014

Simple tank monitoring helps labs, leads to HVAC control via mobile.

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HMI access permissions based on employee, job, department.

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Everything but the kitchen sink: control restaurant systems by phone.

PostedAugust 1, 2014

Mobile HMI for mobile water treatment system tracks pH, ORP, flow…

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Reduced staff travel means more time for new projects, maintenance.

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Remote feed mill control means happy operators, happy hens, better eggs.

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Variable frequency drive control and live product video.

PostedAugust 1, 2014

Getting water out of a bottleneck: groov streamlines HMI access.

PostedAugust 1, 2014

Operators avoid the quarry with remote pump system monitoring.

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.

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.

PostedAugust 1, 2014

groov is Opto 22’s new way to build and view mobile operator interfaces to monitor and control systems and equipment from smartphones and tablets. Using only a modern web browser, groov lets you quickly and securely build and deploy browser-based interfaces for automation, monitoring, and control applications. These operator interfaces can then be viewed on almost any computer or mobile device regardless of brand, size, or operating system.