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Node-RED Con: Real-world solutions

Posted by Dan White on Nov 12, 2025 7:45:03 AM

Watch recorded conference sessions for FREE and learn how to connect your systems with Node-RED.

Included in groov EPIC and groov RIO is Node-RED, an open-source software program that allows you to wire together devices, databases, cloud applications, and APIs (application programming interfaces) using simple logic flows.

Node-RED is being used in a wide range of mission-critical applications, from city utilities and semiconductor fabs to manufacturing lines and smart buildings.

Anywhere an engineer needs two systems to talk, Node-RED often shows up. It’s a visual way to move data, trigger actions, and link systems. Due to Node-RED's growing popularity, it's no surprise that last week's Node-RED conference provided some excellent resources and idea exchanges.

Discover the key takeaways from the conference and gain access to the session recordings.

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Topics: Events & conferences, Node-RED, groov EPIC, groov RIO

Meet the future of mining

Posted by Janice Colmer on Nov 4, 2025 11:43:06 AM

Don't miss the chance to see live demos of groov EPIC and RIO working with Ignition to solve application challenges in the mining industry.

Here's another event to consider adding to your 2026 trade show and conference schedule—especially if you are in the Western United States: MINEXCHANGE.

This annual event takes place in Salt Lake City, Utah, February 22-25, 2026. Get all the expo details and see where you'll find Opto 22.

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Topics: Events & conferences, groov EPIC, Ignition, groov RIO

Proving real manufacturing solutions live on stage

Posted by Janice Colmer on Oct 15, 2025 6:57:33 AM

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

ICC 2025: Where real problems meet real solutions

Posted by Dan White on Oct 1, 2025 8:11:05 AM

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

Get free CODESYS technical advice

Posted by Janice Colmer on Sep 24, 2025 9:32:59 AM

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

Network and learn from your peers in oil and gas

Posted by Janice Colmer on Sep 24, 2025 9:29:33 AM

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

There's still time to join the Ignition Community

Posted by Janice Colmer on Aug 26, 2025 12:51:52 PM

Here are more reasons you should attend this year's Ignition Community Conference—hosted by Inductive Automation.

Have you used Ignition software in any of your industrial applications?

Opto 22’s groov EPIC edge programmable industrial controllers and the groov RIO GRV-R7-MM2001-10 edge I/O module come with Inductive Automation’s Ignition Edge®.

Your groov EPIC or groov RIO with Ignition Edge can do things like enable data buffering, publish and subscribe to data through MQTT, supply remote alarming, and much more. 

The best way to learn just how powerful this technology combination can be is by networking and learning from Ignition experts from all over the world. See what's possible at this year's Ignition Community Conference.

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Topics: Events & conferences, groov EPIC, Ignition, Ignition Community Conference, groov RIO

Level Up with Opto 22 at ICC 2025

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jun 25, 2025 9:38:30 AM

Learn new solutions for your industrial automation projects from an expert community at the annual Ignition Community Conference.

Are you ready to "level up" your game when it comes to your industrial control systems? Looking for ways to overcome the obstacles of manual processes and competing control systems? Still trying to get live data from outdated or legacy systems?

Inductive Automation's one-of-a-kind Ignition Community Conference (ICC) is back and bigger than ever. Find the solutions you need from a rapidly growing and worldwide community of Ignition software experts and their ecosystem of technology partners.

See what ICC 2025 has in store.

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Topics: Events & conferences, Ignition Edge, groov EPIC, Ignition, Ignition Community Conference, groov RIO

See what you can do with a groov EPIC Learning Center

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jun 10, 2025 2:57:56 PM

Watch the Automation Ladies' recent podcast for a live demo of a GRV-EPIC-LC2 and see what sets EPIC apart from other controllers on the market.

How would you describe groov EPIC? You might have heard the terms edge controller, PLC, or industrial PC all used when discussing Edge Programmable Industrial Controllers. But which is most accurate?

Those are just some of the questions the Automation Ladies podcast recently posed to Opto 22's Director of Technical Marketing, Dan White. They had a fun discussion on new industrial automation tech and why a groov EPIC Learning Center is the perfect way to test what it can do for your projects.

Tune in to the podcast recording to get your questions answered. 

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Topics: Events & conferences, IIoT, groov EPIC, groov EPIC Learning Center, SCADA

Why you need to be at Automate 2026

Posted by Dan White on May 30, 2025 7:54:40 AM

#Automate2025 boasted record attendance, powerful partnerships, and unforgettable networking in the heart of Detroit.

If you're looking to stay ahead in the world of industrial automation and robotics, Automate 2025 was the place to be—and here’s why you should mark your calendar for next year.

This year's Automate show shattered attendance records, reflecting an industry that's booming with innovation and opportunity. Curious about what drove the excitement?

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Topics: Events & conferences, IIoT, groov EPIC, industrial automation, Ignition, groov RIO

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