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New case study: Stopping leaks with the help of AI

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 11, 2026 11:04:22 AM

Learn how cutting-edge industrial devices using artificial intelligence (AI) are saving mining companies thousands through early leak detection.

Are you in an industry with strict regulations that require constant remote monitoring? That's what several companies are facing in Peru's mining region. 

With miles of mining pipelines in Peru, national regulations require continuous monitoring to prevent spills and ensure safe operation. For mining companies, this means the search is on for practical, cost effective, and sustainable solutions to meet these standards.

Learn how OptoPartner PK Soluciones took on the challenge of stopping pipeline leaks before they stop production.

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Topics: Case studies, Node-RED, CODESYS, groov EPIC, python, AI, mining

Add groov EPIC and RIO live demos to your 2026 calendar

Posted by Janice Colmer on Feb 11, 2026 11:01:41 AM

Add industry trade events to your schedule this year and learn ways to make your 2026 projects more successful.

Looking for educational conferences and seminars to attend this year? Ready to find an advanced solution for your industrial automation application? Start with Opto 22's 2026 event schedule and see if groov EPIC and groov RIO product demos are coming to a venue near you.

The first stops will be in Dallas and Salt Lake City. For most of these events, you'll find us working alongside our technology partner, Inductive Automation. Come see groov product demos in person and in collaboration with Ignition software. 

Read on to get registration and agenda details on upcoming shows, and we hope to see you on the road with us in 2026!

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

groov and 21 CFR Part 11 - what you need to know

Posted by Dan White on Feb 4, 2026 7:31:54 AM

New document outlines how groov products are being used in 21 CFR Part 11 approved applications.

If you work in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing, you’ve probably had to think about 21 CFR Part 11, the FDA regulation that governs electronic records and electronic signatures.

Most of the Part 11 requirements live in supervisory systems like SCADA, MES, and historians. But those systems depend on one thing: reliable, traceable data from the equipment layer.

That’s where Opto 22’s groov platforms come in.

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Topics: groov EPIC, groov RIO, groov rio emu, 21 CFR Part 11

Three real projects you can learn from

Posted by Dan White on Jan 28, 2026 7:34:56 AM

New Who's groovin' video series lets you preview a variety of industrial application challenges and solutions.

When you’re working through a control or monitoring problem, it helps to see how someone else already solved something similar.

That's the idea behind a new short video series called Who's groovin'.

Get a sneak peek.

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Topics: Case studies, Videos, groov EPIC, groov RIO

For you: four days of hands-on EPIC training

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 28, 2026 7:31:33 AM

Get class details and reserve your seat for one of the 2026 groov EPIC Premium Factory Training classes.

The first training class of 2026 just wrapped up at Opto 22 headquarters. It was a full class, which means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand!

Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used?  Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? 

Then consider spending 4 days with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller.

January's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said.

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Topics: Training, groov EPIC, Factory Training, groov RIO

Missed ICC 2025? Conference videos are now available on demand

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 21, 2026 8:47:48 AM

Here's your chance to experience the 2025 Ignition Community Conference on your schedule.

The wait is over! You no longer need a registration pass to learn about the Ignition projects showcased in the 2025 Ignition Community Conference. Inductive Automation announced that all conference sessions, keynotes, panels, and the Build-a-Thon are now streaming on demand.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about Ignition software, see what it can do for your applications, and watch Opto 22's session on machine monitoring featuring our case study with MTNA. Oh, and watch the world-famous competitive SCADA event: The ICC Build-a-Thon!

If you did attend ICC 2025 in Sacramento this last September, here's your chance to revisit standout moments, catch up on sessions you missed, or dive deeper into the latest ideas shaping the Ignition ecosystem. You can access expert insights, real-world use cases, and technical deep dives—on your own schedule.

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Topics: Case studies, groov EPIC, Ignition, Ignition Community Conference, machine monitoring

Your Top 5 from OptoBlog 2025

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 14, 2026 6:40:56 AM

Revisit the posts readers found most valuable on the OptoBlog in 2025.

Ready for another look back at highlights from 2025? Here's a chance to review the OptoBlog posts that resonated most with our readers this past year.

New ways to use Ignition software, staying current on firmware updates, strengthening cybersecurity practices, and picking up practical tech tips along the way: these articles reflect the challenges and priorities that OptoBlog subscribers are focused on.

Whether you’re revisiting a favorite or discovering it for the first time, here are the top five OptoBlog posts of 2025 that informed and guided this community.

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Topics: groov EPIC, cybersecurity, OpenVPN, Ignition, groov RIO

Top OptoForum posts of 2025

Posted by Terry Orchard on Jan 7, 2026 7:35:35 AM

Learn from fellow customers and experts in last year's OptoForums community discussions.

It's already time to reflect on another year, and as always, we want to share the most sought-after resources with you from the factory-supported OptoForums.

You’ll see the OptoForums mentioned here on the blog from time to time, and that's for good reason. The forums offer valuable technical advice, sample code, product feature discussions, and firmware release previews that you can't find anywhere else.

Read on for access to the most popular discussions, topics, and tips from the past year.

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Topics: Node-RED, groov EPIC, groov RIO, OptoForum

Opto 22's Top 10 Videos of 2025

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 7, 2026 7:35:10 AM

Find out what over 30,000 subscribers have been watching this past year on OptoVideo—Opto 22's YouTube channel.

For the past several years, automation professionals, programmers, engineers, and technicians have turned to OptoVideo—Opto 22's YouTube channel—for practical insights and hands-on guidance. With over 30,000 subscribers and 3 million views, our community continues to grow, and your engagement drives everything we create.

As 2025 comes to a close, we're reflecting on another year and seeing what you (our viewers) consider to be valuable content. From deep dives into Node-RED development and groov EPIC edge controllers, to coverage of major industry events like ProveIt! 2025 and the Ignition Community Conference, our team has been busy capturing the innovations and solutions that matter most to you.

So what videos resonated most with YouTube viewers this year? Check out the Top 10 Videos of 2025 playlist.

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Topics: Videos, Node-RED, groov EPIC, groov RIO, Unified Namespace, machine monitoring

groov View HMI: New lessons, free online training

Posted by Norma Rodriguez on Dec 10, 2025 10:05:11 AM

Learn step-by-step how to build your browser-based operator interface and securely access it with any mobile device or from a remote location.

Do you need secure, mobile access to a process?

Maybe you want to see live video, confirm alarms, or verify what happened during an event. Or you just want your team to monitor a process without being tied to a control room. Now you can learn an easy way to create your HMI—for free.

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Topics: Training, groov View, groov EPIC, OptoU

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