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Increasing profitability with Ignition, Factory Stack, and groov EPIC

Posted by Janice Colmer on Mar 4, 2025 3:03:01 PM

Learn the powerful results you can achieve when using Ignition, groov EPIC, and 4IR Solutions' Factory Stack™ cloud platform together.

As shown in a recent webinar here on the OptoBlog, Inductive Automation often brings together its solutions partners (including Opto 22) to demonstrate complete solution packages. 

When using collaborative technologies, you see increased benefits—including an easier path to digital transformation and finally getting the data you need, where you need it.

This Inductive Automation case study is an excellent example of how using a combined solution allowed a glass company to achieve a lean manufacturing goal with a unified reporting system, along with increased efficiency in production.

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Topics: Case studies, groov EPIC, Ignition, manufacturing

Proving new tech to today's manufacturers

Posted by Garrick Reichert on Feb 26, 2025 8:32:01 AM

What did you miss at the first annual ProveIt! Conference? Manufacturers and industry vendors came together to "prove" options for reaching digital transformation and moving data within a Unified Namespace (UNS).

Last week in Dallas was extraordinary, as over 600 industry professionals and 36 vendors gathered for ProveIt! 2025. This conference wasn’t just about talking digital transformation—it was all about live demonstrations that truly proved the value of IIoT technologies in action.

With a focus on educating attendees, this conference drew end users who are manufacturers.

Here's a quick recap of the experience and a look at Opto 22's ProveIt! demo—see for yourself what concepts were shown and "proven."

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Topics: Events & conferences, Industrial Internet of Things, groov EPIC, groov RIO, smart manufacturing

Time to level up your smart manufacturing game

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 26, 2025 8:27:50 AM

Attend the Smart Manufacturing Roadshow to start collaborative relationships that help build your plant's success.

Smart manufacturing has become a popular topic and a rapidly growing space. Where are you on the path to reaching smart manufacturing status? Looking for some direction?

The State of Indiana is once again forging the path—encouraging manufacturers to leverage one another by sharing what each has learned and working together for mutual benefit.

Here's your chance to attend a free, one-day event that brings manufacturers together.

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Topics: Energy management, Events & conferences, groov EPIC, groov RIO, smart manufacturing, groov rio emu, energy monitoring

A new kind of industrial expo

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 19, 2025 7:53:28 AM

With over 20 years of industrial automation experience, Evo Integration hosts their first expo—to connect you with global manufacturers and new tech that can transform your operations. 

Welcome to Evo Expo! It's your chance to step into the future of manufacturing. This interactive technology showcase, scheduled for March 26, 2025 in Reading, Pennsylvania, features cutting-edge automation and control solutions.

This is your opportunity to connect with experts who understand the real challenges of modern manufacturing. Meet with industry leaders who can show you how you can quickly transform your operations. Get the event details...

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Topics: Events & conferences, groov EPIC, system integrator, groov RIO, smart manufacturing, manufacturing

What happened at the ARC Industry Forum?

Posted by Dan White on Feb 19, 2025 7:50:12 AM

If you're in the industrial automation field, you'll want to hear about the annual ARC Forum that keeps you thinking ahead.

If you didn’t make it to the 29th Annual ARC Industry Forum, you missed out. But this blog post will get you up to speed!

Here’s what went down and why this event continues to matter:

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Topics: Events & conferences, Ignition Edge, ARC Forum, Ignition, Inductive Automation

Simplifying access to many systems with one interface

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 12, 2025 10:05:49 AM

Learn from the City of Morro Bay's dynamic operations and see how your systems could be adapted for real-time data.

Managing multiple control systems doesn’t have to be a headache. When Operational Technology Specialist Grant Chase went to work in Morro Bay, California, he found a utilities infrastructure in need of unification and stability. 

The city’s water and wastewater control systems were a patchwork of different technologies—some dating back decades.

Grant was determined to rebuild a standardized operation with key security controls in place to protect critical infrastructure. See how edge controller technology played a prominent role in getting operators working smoothly on one platform to visualize data across all processes.

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Topics: Case studies, Ignition Edge, groov View, groov EPIC

Key design considerations for new SCADA systems

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 12, 2025 10:00:19 AM

See how Edge Controls introduced a standardized interface and hardware solution for legacy equipment.

What are some of your current application challenges? Mixed control systems? Differing protocols and interfaces on your machinery? Or are you simply trying to reach predictive maintenance for your operations?

If any of this sounds familiar, then this standout application story from the 2024 Ignition Community Conference Discover Gallery can offer some guidance.

Stonehill Environmental Partners asked OptoPartner Edge Controls to help them regain their competitiveness by implementing a new SCADA system that would address their legacy equipment challenges. See what happened next.

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Topics: Oil & gas, Ignition Edge, groov EPIC, Ignition, Ignition Community Conference, groov RIO, Discover Gallery

Teaming Up to Enable Digital Transformation and a Unified Namespace (UNS)

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 5, 2025 7:38:34 AM

How can your operations achieve seamless digitalization and a path toward a UNS? Watch this webinar recording for an informative demo.

Were you able to tune in to last week's Inductive Automation Solution Partner webinar? You can now watch it on demand for the first time or for review.

Inductive Automation's Solution and Strategic partners teamed up with Inductive to demonstrate the benefits of using their collaborative technology offerings. The companies featured in this webinar include:

  • Inductive Automation
  • 4IR Solutions
  • Cirrus Link Solutions
  • Sepasoft
  • Opto 22
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Topics: Webinars, Ignition, digital transformation, Inductive Automation, Technology Partners, UNS, Unified Namespace

Your Opto 22 toolbox just got bigger with Corso Systems deep dives

Posted by Dan White on Feb 5, 2025 7:28:04 AM

OptoPartner Corso Systems offers detailed resources and tips in their blog to help you get the most out of your groov EPIC and groov RIO edge devices.

If you’re using Opto 22 gear in your automation projects (or even just considering it), you already know the power of groov EPIC, groov RIO, and industrial automation done right. 

But have you checked out the goldmine of content that Corso Systems has put together?

Corso Systems—a problem-solving, people-focused industrial automation firm that helps manufacturers work smarter—has been diving deep into Opto 22 solutions, sharing real-world insights, how-to guides, and integration strategies.

Their blog is packed with useful content that can help you get more out of your Opto 22 groov systems. Start exploring...

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Topics: Node-RED, MQTT, groov EPIC, Ignition, OptoPartner, groov RIO, Corso Systems

Explore smart manufacturing and operational resilience at ARC Forum

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 30, 2025 7:49:55 AM

Two must-see presentations at the 2025 ARC Industry Forum promise to deliver on this year's theme of winning in the industrial AI era.

Will you be joining Opto 22 and Inductive Automation at the annual ARC Industry Forum in Orlando February 10-13, 2025? There you'll see groov EPIC controllers and groov RIO edge I/O in action—working with the Ignition software included in the groov family of products.

In addition to live demos in the Inductive Automation booth, you'll hear two guest speakers presenting their first-hand experience with this collaborative technology. Here are the applications they'll be sharing and the kind of results you can expect.

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Topics: Events & conferences, groov EPIC, ARC Forum, Ignition, groov RIO, Inductive Automation

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