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Get real-time visibility into the Amazon jungle

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jul 30, 2025 8:54:14 AM

New Control Global article shows you how to automate process data collection and monitoring in highly isolated locations.

Have you ever thought it would be possible to move data from the Amazon jungle to the cloud?

You can see a real working example of how it was achieved with Ignition Edge software, groov RIO hardware, and Azure Cloud. Get all the details in Jim Montague's recent article in Control Global.

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Topics: Case studies, Ignition Edge, OptoPartner, groov RIO, SCADA

Helpful tips for your groov EPIC or RIO terminal connectors

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jul 23, 2025 9:53:55 AM

Learn how to properly use your groov EPIC and groov RIO spring clamp terminal connectors.

How familiar are you with groov EPIC controllers or groov RIO edge I/O modules?

Do you know how to correctly use the spring clamps in the terminal connectors fitted on groov EPIC and RIO modules?

Opto 22's Product Support team often receives this question, so here is a step-by-step video explaining and showing the wiring process.

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Topics: Videos, groov EPIC, groov RIO

Accelerate your application

Posted by Dan White on Jul 16, 2025 8:05:25 AM

Take advantage of free tools to jumpstart your industrial automation projects.

Whether you're an engineer, technician, or developer, starting a new project can be daunting. But what if you could hit the ground running with resources that streamline your workflow?

Let's explore how you can accelerate your application using a suite of free tools designed to simplify and expedite your development process.

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Topics: PAC Control, Node-RED, CODESYS, groov EPIC, developer, Ignition, groov RIO, python

OptoPartners are ready to help with your projects

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jul 16, 2025 7:55:17 AM

Meet five new companies now in the Opto 22 system integrator network—offering you more IIoT application skills and experience with groov products.

Do you need help integrating, installing, or updating your Opto 22 system? Or reaching your digital transformation goals?
An
OptoPartner can help. 

OptoPartners have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware (including groov EPIC and groov RIO) and software before they join the OptoPartner program. Our engineers verify their projects and knowledge.

Get to know the newest members in the program, and see if one might be a fit for your next project.

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Topics: groov EPIC, snap pac, system integrator, OptoPartner, groov RIO

Help is here for OEM machine designers

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jul 9, 2025 7:12:22 AM

Check out this new website resource to learn how groov products help you build better machines.

As an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), what sets you apart in your industry? How can you provide more value to your customers?

Opto 22 groov products are designed with OEM machine builders in mind. That's why you'll want to check out this new website resource dedicated to OEMs. It shows how you can:

  • Stand out with your customers
  • Reduce initial costs
  • Reduce ongoing costs

Learn how to build better machines and get the technical support you're counting on.

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Topics: Machine builder, OEM, groov EPIC, groov RIO

Custom curricula for your university or college

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jul 9, 2025 7:10:51 AM

Partner with Opto 22's educational engagement team to build courses and labs around your learning objectives.

Did you know Opto 22 offers special opportunities for education institutions?

Our Partnering in Education program makes it easy for technical colleges, engineering programs, and universities to reach out to Opto 22 for assistance.

See how you can get equipment, training, and help with technical curriculum to help today's students become tomorrow's automation engineers and technicians.

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

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

groov EPIC & RIO Firmware 4.0: Future-Ready, Backward-Compatible

Posted by Dan White on Jun 18, 2025 7:30:27 AM

This new firmware release upgrades the foundation of all your groov EPIC and RIO devices—without changing what works.

Firmware 4.0 transforms the core of every groov device we’ve ever shipped, while keeping everything you rely on right where you left it.

Learn what's new, along with how and why you should update.

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Topics: Updates, Firmware, groov EPIC, groov RIO, groov rio emu

Unifying over 100 machines with live data in a Unified Namespace (UNS)

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jun 10, 2025 3:01:43 PM

New case study demonstrates how you can overcome outdated reporting systems and the challenge of getting live data from legacy equipment.

Are manual processes and human errors limiting your visibility and insights into your production performance? Are you dealing with a variety of machines with different control hardware for each?

Moriroku® Technology North America (MTNA) was facing all those challenges and decided it was time for a digital transformation initiative to enhance resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness.

See what they learned along the way, and how their "start small" philosophy resulted in huge gains.

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Topics: Case studies, Ignition, groov RIO, digital transformation, smart manufacturing

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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