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Reimagining road safety

Posted by Janice Colmer on Nov 6, 2024 9:09:06 AM

OptoPartner eBiZolution teams up with local authorities in the Philippines to enhance traffic monitoring systems with groov RIO.

With the rapid growth of vehicles on the road, local authorities in the Philippines faced an increasingly demanding responsibility to keep the roads safe. To address this challenge, they worked with eBiZolution, a leading systems integrator and certified Opto 22 OptoPartner in the Philippines, to create the Motor Vehicle Registration and Enforcement System (MVRES).

In this new case study, find out how eBiZolution leveraged the versatile groov RIO to build a system that enhanced traffic monitoring and improved vehicle safety across the archipelago.

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Topics: Case studies, OptoPartner, groov RIO

Learn more about innovating with Ignition

Posted by Janice Colmer on Oct 23, 2024 8:48:46 AM

Attend an upcoming webinar hosted by Inductive Automation for some inspiration on how you can use Ignition in your projects to solve application challenges.

What takes a controls project from run-of-the-mill to showcase-worthy?  Travis Cox, Inductive Automation's Chief Technology Evangelist, is ready to show you during an upcoming webinar you don't want to miss.

Make plans to attend: The Making of World-Class Control Systems

Travis will be joined by current Ignition customers whose successful applications landed them a coveted spot in this year's ICC Discover Gallery. See what else this webinar has is in store...

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Topics: Webinars, OptoNews 2015-12-02, groov EPIC, Ignition, OptoPartner, groov RIO, Inductive Automation, SCADA

Looking to improve safety and efficiency in oil and gas sand applications?

Posted by Dan White on Oct 14, 2024 2:21:27 PM

Read how MAC Automation, an IoT Certified OptoPartner, and EnerCorp use Ignition SCADA with groov EPICs and RIOs to automate sand removal and management in oil and gas.

Handling sand in oil and gas flowback systems is both critical and challenging. Left unchecked, sand can damage equipment, leading to leaks and costly system shutdowns. Manual handling of flowback systems exposes workers to hazardous materials, heavy equipment, and high-pressure environments. 

Together, MAC Automation and EnerCorp have automated the dangerous and labor-intensive process.

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Topics: Case studies, groov EPIC, Ignition, OptoPartner, groov RIO, SCADA, oil and gas

Uptime guaranteed with groov EPIC

Posted by Dan White on Sep 5, 2024 1:29:15 PM

OptoPartner Enginuity shares how their engineers ensure reliability and minimize downtime with custom scalable redundancy.

When your operations rely on consistent performance and uptime, you can't afford to be caught off guard by control system failures.

But nothing lasts forever—failures will occur. A robust redundancy system ensures your processes continue running without costly downtime. 

This blog post, written by Daniel Baugh of Enginuity Inc., an IIoT-certified OptoPartner, explores how you can implement effective redundancy solutions using groov products from Opto 22.

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Topics: CODESYS, groov EPIC, OptoPartner, redundancy

More OptoPartners to help with your projects

Posted by Janice Colmer on Aug 26, 2024 11:35:53 AM

Meet two new companies 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 implementing an Internet of Things project? 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: Double D Automation in California and Wunderlich-Malec, based in Minnesota. One might be a fit for your next project.

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Topics: IIoT, groov EPIC, OptoPartner, groov RIO

Pinturas Tropical adds precision to paint production

Posted by Janice Colmer on Apr 23, 2024 2:16:07 PM

New case study shows how a new dosing and batching system saved labor costs and time.

Pinturas Tropical is a leading paint and coating producer operating in Santo Domingo, the capital city and main industrial hub of the Dominican Republic. They have been delivering durable paint products for over three decades. However, their existing PLC-controlled dosing and batching system required manual adjustments and led to waste in raw materials.

How Pinturas Tropical overcame these challenges is the subject of a new groov EPIC case study.  Read how and why they turned to renowned systems integrator and certified OptoPartner RMS Industrial Tech to revamp their batch control system through better visualization and record keeping.

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Topics: Case studies, Modbus, Node-RED, groov View, groov EPIC, OptoPartner

Need help with your automation project?

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jan 17, 2024 8:39:05 AM

Choose the OptoPartner you need from Opto 22's growing network of system integrators.

The newest members of the OptoPartner program come from all around the world. Take a look at the descriptions below and see if one might be a fit for your next project.

In projects verified by our engineers, these new partners have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 products, including groov EPIC and RIO.

We asked our new members to provide an overview of their companies, and here's what they had to say.

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Topics: Integrators, IIoT, OptoPartner

Lethbridge College Gains Flexible Automation System for Research Requirements

Posted by Janice Colmer on Oct 11, 2023 9:00:00 AM

New case study featuring groov RIO demonstrates how OptoPartner Microclimates helped provide a secure system for the Aquaculture Centre of Excellence.

The groov case study library continues to expand with its latest application story that shows how groov products play an important role in education.

The Aquaculture Centre of Excellence at Lethbridge College mimics conditions in large commercial aquaponics facilities, but for research purposes, they needed a highly flexible automation system. Research parameters change frequently to test a variety of system elements, and most automation systems don't allow frequent adjustments. 

This case study shows how Microclimates software running on groov RIO industrial I/O modules gave researchers the secure, flexible system they required. 

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Topics: Case studies, ssh, OptoPartner, groov RIO

MAC Automation is ready for your projects

Posted by Janice Colmer on Jun 7, 2023 6:30:00 AM

Welcome MAC Engineering & Automation as an IoT Certified OptoPartner.

Looking to get started with an Internet of Things (IoT) project or application? MAC Engineering & Automation can help. They just received IoT certification from Opto 22 engineers based on their success in applications using groov EPIC and RIO.

Opto 22's Southeast Regional Manager, Dan White, recently worked with the team from MAC and shared:

"MAC Automation's expertise in designing and implementing complex industrial automation solutions makes them a perfect fit as an OptoPartner. With a deep knowledge of control systems, robotics, and process optimization, MAC Automation can collaborate with Opto 22 to deliver more innovative solutions."

Hear from MAC Automation on how they can help you with your next project.

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Topics: IIoT, groov EPIC, OptoPartner, edge computing, groov RIO, SCADA

True North Solutions brings oil & gas experience to OptoPartner program

Posted by Janice Colmer on May 24, 2023 8:56:19 AM

Welcome True North Solutions as the newest OptoPartner in Opto 22's system integrator network.

The OptoPartner program is growing rapidly in 2023, and we're pleased to announce we just added another new member: True North Solutions. With headquarters based in both Colorado. USA and Alberta, Canada, they offer a wide range of services that includes IIoT solutions, cybersecurity, industrial telecom, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering.

Opto 22's Northwest Regional Manager, Bruce Campbell, has been working with True North Solutions and shared:

"True North Solutions is an important new integration partner for Opto 22. They have a long history in automation in the Oil and Gas industry in Colorado and Western Canada, two areas that have been big adopters of Opto 22's groov EPIC control system. Their expertise in designing and implementing turnkey control systems will help us deliver complete solutions to customers."

Learn more about their experience and expertise.

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Topics: CODESYS, groov EPIC, OptoPartner, groov RIO

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