New video shows you how to use the Ignition Edge® MQTT Transmission module in groov EPIC to publish tag data from Allen-Bradley® PLCs. Why would you do this? One of the advantages of the groov EPIC system is its ability to connect to third-party PLCs, collect their data, and publish that data to an MQTT infrastructure so that other software applications like…

This video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to…

New to groov EPIC or want to know what those multi-colored LEDs on the groov EPIC system indicate? You’ll want to watch this short video that explains! One of the noteworthy features of groov I/O modules is that the multi-colored LEDs indicate module health at a glance. There are 5 colors and 1 blink code…

Two complimentary seats (a $1990 value!) with your purchase of the groov EPIC Learning Center! Start your control or industrial internet of things (IIoT) project today with the groov EPIC Learning Center (GRV-EPIC-LC). Packed with fully-functioning EPIC hardware and software, the Learning Center gives you a compact and complete system to prototype your projects. AND…

This video provides step-by-step instructions for adding an external touchscreen to the groov EPIC processor. You’ll begin by reviewing the software settings and hardware requirements of the groov EPIC system. The video will then take you through setting up and connecting the monitor through groov Manage. Remember, you can use just about any HDMI monitor…

  Configure Ignition Edge’s OPC-UA Server on groov EPIC If you’ve activated an Ignition Edge® license on your groov EPIC, you’re ready to use two key connectivity pieces for your IIoT applications: OPC UA and MQTT/ Sparkplug. This video covers the first piece. Ignition Edge in groov EPIC includes an internal OPC-UA server and drivers…

  The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don’t need (or want) I/O. As Opto 22 continues to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, it’s pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. This new chassis option is ideal for applications where I/O is not…

  Opto 22 just added a new video to the website video library: Activate Ignition Edge on groov EPIC. This video introduces you to Ignition Edge software from Inductive Automation, one of several programming choices available to you on the groov EPIC system, and it provides many options for connecting to popular PLCs. Secure and Simplify Your…

  Now easily find videos you want to see. Take a look at the redesigned Videos page on Opto22.com. With topics ranging from Automation 101 workshops, to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), to all things groov EPIC, to case study application examples, its got you covered. There is even a section of most popular…

  The groov EPIC system adds a time-saving cable and groov I/O thermistor module. GRV-TEX-26F6 Would you like to save time and expense when installing or maintaining your field devices? The new GRV-TEX-26F6 cable reduces the time and effort needed to connect field devices to groov I/O modules. The six-foot wires and vinyl sheath can…

Design engineers can get two complimentary seats (a $1,990 value) with the purchase of an Opto 22 groov EPIC Learning Center. The groov EPIC Learning Center (GRV-EPIC-LC) is a pre-integrated system with EPIC hardware and software — suitable for pilot projects, proof of concept (POC) work, and other prototyping and research demonstrations. Hardware in the […]

Opto 22 now offers a new white paper — Meet the Future: Edge Programmable Industrial Controllers — which discusses how controls engineers can meet today’s demands for obtaining, using and sharing data. The white paper focuses on three main communication challenges: complexity, security, and expense. IIoT and other data-intensive automation applications typically require many steps…

The IIoT provides many benefits to machine builders and their customers, but new solutions are needed to reduce complexity and expense while maintaining a high level of security. Benson Hougland, Opto 22 Like many OEM machine and equipment builders, a California-based oven manufacturer needed to implement an industrial internet of things (IIoT) solution to meet…

Opto 22 announces availability of the groov EPIC Learning Center, a comprehensive hardware and software benchtop system for learning and development. This fully operational package lets engineers, technicians, and developers initialize, configure and program the control, visualization and communication aspects of their groov EPIC systems. The Learning Center is a suitable companion for Opto 22’s…

Opto 22 announces the addition of international standard IEC 61131-3 programming options in its groov EPIC edge programmable industrial controller. Adding these programming options to the existing flowchart and custom user-written options in groov EPIC gives control engineers the ability to program using a variety of languages they already know, while taking advantage of the…

A new solution for human-machine collaboration is now available from automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas. The Sysmac AI Controller handles several key steps in the data-driven decision process for predictive maintenance, thereby freeing up industrial professionals from tedious calculations, analyses and infrastructure upgrades. This powerful solution can help manufacturers reduce the risk of bad…

The groov serial I/O module, GRV-CSERI-4, plugs into a groov EPIC chassis alongside Opto 22’s new groov Edge Programmable Industrial Controller (EPIC) and discrete and analog I/O modules, to provide the mix of analog, discrete, and serial signals you need at any location. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial…

Intelligent equipment developed by today’s OEM machine builders helps their end user customers be more efficient than ever. Using IoT technologies, these smart machines report back to their OEM makers with performance and diagnostic data to improve support. Benson Hougland, Opto 22 Manufacturing companies consider many criteria when shopping for production machinery. The equipment needs…

Opto 22 has announced the release of PAC Project Software Suite R10. This release supports their new groov EPIC system, adds eight new control commands, and provides the ability to designate individual I/O and variable tags as Public Access for read-only or read-write use in IIoT data communications via MQTT/Sparkplug. As in previous versions, HMI…

Opto 22 announces the release of PAC Project Software Suite R10. This release supports their new groov EPIC system, adds eight new control commands, and provides the ability to designate individual I/O and variable tags as Public Access for read-only or read-write use in IIoT data communications via MQTT/Sparkplug. As in previous versions, HMI programming…

Experienced industrial automation manufacturer and industrial internet of things tools developer Opto 22 announced a groundbreaking new an industrial system to address the needs of automation engineers and developers solving the challenging automation and industrial internet of things (IIoT) problems in today’s fast-moving,data-centric environment. Current IIoT solutions typically require multiple moving parts, including stitched-together software…

Industrial automation manufacturer and Industrial Internet of Things tools developer Opto 22 today announced a new version of groov, embedding key IIoT technologies MQTT and OPC-UA drivers directly into its industrial edge appliance. Added to the groov View software for web and mobile visualization, and the open-source Node-RED development environment, the new release offers engineers,…

Adopting the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) to a facility or operation still faces challenges. One continuing challenge is the need for two different organizational groups within an enterprise to work together. To realize the potential benefits of IIoT applications, the information technology (IT) and operations technology (OT) teams need to leverage and apply each…

Instructor-led, free hands-on classes to be continued; additional online courses will offer structured content to a wider audience and focus on Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies. Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things platform developer Opto 22 announces the promotion of Norma Rodriguez to Director of Training. In this position Rodriguez will continue to…

Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things platform developer Opto 22 announces their IoT Certification program for authorized System Integrators, called OptoPartners. This program addresses a specific need as Internet of Things (IoT), Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), or Industry 4.0 applications and projects proliferate. The potential benefits of IIoT applications are enormous, from predicting…