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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

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 Still trying to get live data from outdated or legacy systems?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

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

groov RIO helps settle stomachs

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 23, 2025 7:41:46 AM

OptoPartner Enginuity shares a recent application success story in the healthcare industry—demonstrating how to quickly scale up production to meet new demand.

Welcome back Daniel Baugh of Enginuity Inc., an IIoT-certified OptoPartner, as he returns as a guest blogger to share some insights on the company's recent groov  RIO application.

It's a great story of how a small company was able to achieve large-scale production goals. See how Enginuity and groov RIO helped meet increased demand in the gut biome sector of the healthcare industry.

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Topics: Case studies, Node-RED, Ignition Edge, OptoPartner, groov RIO

What you missed at ICC 2024

Posted by Dan White on Sep 26, 2024 8:08:20 AM

Get a recap of all the adventures that made last week's Ignition Community Conference a memorable occasion for all attendees.

Couldn’t make it to ICC 2024? You’re not alone—but you still have plenty of time to learn before Inductive Automation’s 8.3 release of Ignition—it’s still a few months away. 

This year’s #ICCBreakthrough showcased advancements to the Ignition platform, real-world projects that tackled the same automation hurdles you’re facing every day, and a community of dedicated partners working together to drive the industry forward—starting with your success at the core.

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Topics: Events & conferences, Ignition Edge, Ignition, Ignition Community Conference, Inductive Automation, Ignition Cloud Edition

Hands-on Learning Opportunity with Ignition Edge

Posted by Dan White on Sep 16, 2024 12:06:06 PM

Can’t make this year's Ignition Community Conference? Don’t miss your chance to learn how to collect, model, and democratize OT data with Ignition Edge in a virtual workshop.

Opto 22 is in Folsom, CA this week—ready to rock at ICC 2024. 

We’re looking forward to seeing you there, but if you can’t attend, here’s a great opportunity to stay up on the latest SCADA tech.

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Topics: Ignition Edge, Ignition Community Conference, virtual workshop

Three chances to learn about groov with Ignition at ICC

Posted by Janice Colmer on Sep 4, 2024 8:58:30 AM

See how to break through the status quo with groov and Ignition by attending the Opto 22 sessions at the upcoming Ignition Community Conference.

Whether you're attending this year's Ignition Community Conference in person or with a livestream pass, you have plenty of opportunities to attend exhibitor demo sessions or see guest speakers presenting on a variety of educational topics—all centered around solutions using Ignition software.

This three-day event takes place September 17-19, 2024, in Folsom, CA, and although it recently sold out, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass.

Hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, the annual event grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises:

  • Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members
  • Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions
  • Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors

You won't want to miss Opto 22's live demonstrations and sessions. The Opto 22 team returns this year as a sponsor, exhibitor, and key part of the Build-A-Thon! Here are some outstanding presentations to add to your schedule.

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

The learning continues with post-ICC workshops

Posted by Janice Colmer on Aug 13, 2024 1:41:45 PM

Register to attend one or more of the virtual workshops being offered after the Ignition Community Conference for a focused Ignition application experience.

Will you be one of the lucky attendees at the 2024 Ignition Community Conference? Only a few tickets are left. If you haven't registered yet, do it now! Join the Ignition community in Folsom, CA, September 17-19th.

If you can't attend in person, a live stream pass is also available. Either way, you'll have access to industry thought leaders, see innovative Ignition use cases, and learn from Ignition experts. Both passes include exhibitor presentations as well as seeing the featured session speakers.

But the learning doesn't stop there. ICC host Inductive Automation is also offering two weeks of virtual workshops after the conference. Each workshop is limited to 20 attendees, so early registration is encouraged. Don't miss Opto 22's post-ICC workshop: Collect, Model, and Democratize OT Data with Ignition Edge.

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Topics: Ignition Edge, Ignition, ICC, Ignition Community Conference, Ignition Cloud Edition, virtual workshop

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