See how a simple plan using new technology in a rugged environment provided control and visibility over all operations.
When local leaders in Northern Ecuador commissioned a new regional water treatment plant to supply clean water to 300,000 people across five municipalities, the contractor recognized that modern SCADA and automation were essential for managing the water treatment operations.
How did system integrator Next Control overcome the geographical challenges, locked hardware platforms, and software licensing costs to make it happen?
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Topics:
Case studies,
Water & wastewater,
groov EPIC,
groov RIO,
SCADA
Opto 22 returns to the ProveIt! conference in early 2026 to take on the challenge of collecting data from “dark” assets in manufacturing.
Are you considering attending any industry trade shows and conferences next year? It's already time to start planning!
Don't settle for another show that just talks about digital transformation—register to witness live demonstrations that truly prove the value of IIoT technologies in action. Learn firsthand how to digitally transform your manufacturing floor.
Hear what to expect and get all the event details for the February 2026 ProveIt! Conference.
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Topics:
Events & conferences,
IIoT,
digital transformation,
IIoT System Architecture,
smart manufacturing,
manufacturing,
Unified Namespace
The latest SNAP PAC firmware release is now available for your SNAP PAC system.
If you are using any of the following SNAP PAC system controllers or brains, you'll want to take a look at the new R10.6a update:
SNAP PAC R-series
SNAP PAC S-series
SoftPAC
G4EB2 brains
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Topics:
Firmware,
PAC Manager,
snap pac
Reserve your seat at one of the 2026 groov EPIC Premium Factory Training classes.
Are you interested in learning more about edge controller technology? Do you need help achieving your company's digital transformation goals? Or are you seeking a more effective solution for your existing applications?
It's time to explore the latest types of controllers that can do so much more than a PLC. Get hands-on training at one of the 2026 groov EPIC Premium Factory Training (PFT) classes held at Opto 22 headquarters in Temecula, California.
The 2026 training class schedule has just been released! Be the first to reserve your seat and watch a video for a sneak peek at what you can expect when you get to Opto HQ.
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Topics:
Training,
groov EPIC,
Factory Training,
groov RIO
From the release of Ignition 8.3 software to the ProveIt! showcases live on stage, get all the highlights from this year's Ignition Community Conference.
If you’re like many in manufacturing, you’re still facing the same challenges:
-You don’t have clear visibility across machines
-Your data is incomplete or unreliable
-Legacy systems don’t connect to new ones
-Your AI and analytics plans stall at step one
Those problems and some solutions were front and center at this year’s Ignition Community Conference.
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Topics:
Events & conferences,
groov EPIC,
Ignition,
Ignition Community Conference,
groov RIO
Meet Hunt Electric—the newest addition to the OptoPartner system integrator network.
Do you need help designing or upgrading your control systems? Do you need to partner with a company that's familiar with Opto 22 products and can design, install, and provide long-term support?
Hear what expertise Hunt Electric offers the Mountain West regions of the United States, and why they've become part of the OptoPartner program.
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Topics:
groov EPIC,
OptoPartner,
groov RIO
Attend the Fall CODESYS Tech Talk week for a deep dive into CODESYS and real-world application stories currently using the programming tool.
When programming PLCs or edge controllers, are you looking for an open platform, device independence, and support for Industry 4.0? The CODESYS programming environment checks all these boxes.
Included as a programming option in both groov EPIC and groov RIO products, CODESYS supports all IEC 61131-3 compliant languages.
Ready for free CODESYS technical training? Hear about the 2025 CODESYS Tech Talks that Opto 22 will be participating in.
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Topics:
Webinars,
Events & conferences,
CODESYS,
groov EPIC,
groov RIO
ENTELEC (Energy Telecommunications and Electrical Association) offers its annual training focused on current challenges facing the oil and gas industry.
If you're interested in digitalization and operational efficiencies, SCADA, IIoT, field communications, cybersecurity, and regulatory developments in the oil and gas industry, this one-day seminar is for you.
Hear what topics are being discussed at the annual Fall ENTELEC seminar, why you should consider a membership, and what Opto 22 will present.
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Topics:
Events & conferences,
groov EPIC,
oil and gas,
ENTELEC
New case study shows how you can connect numerous remote sites into a single monitoring system.
Monitoring a solar power plant is no small task, but it’s easier when everything is in one place and under your control.
Now imagine monitoring 30 plants, built by various contractors, scattered across 3,000 kilometers (1,864 miles) of remote terrain, and using a patchwork of inconsistent control systems. Does this scenario sound familiar?
In a new case study, find out how Interlog, an IoT-Certified OptoPartner, was able to design and implement a consistent solution.
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Topics:
Energy management,
Case studies,
groov EPIC,
energy monitoring
Automation World podcast discusses the impact of recently imposed U.S. tariffs on industrial automation technologies, with insights from industry leaders.
Are current U.S. tariffs forcing you to revise your automation plans and sourcing strategies?
Are you looking for recommendations on steps you should take to secure stable pricing and supply?
The "Gets Your Questions Answered" podcast, hosted by Automation World Editor-in-Chief David Greenfield, tackles these questions, provides insight, and shares advice from several industrial automation suppliers—including Opto 22.
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Topics:
Automation World,
podcast