Tune in to episode 12 of the Ignited podcast for real conversations on edge applications making a difference in very different industries.
Industrial automation is changing fast, but some of the biggest challenges remain surprisingly familiar: connecting equipment, getting useful data where it needs to go, and building systems that don’t box you in later.
Edge solutions are increasingly helping solve those challenges in both greenfield and brownfield systems. But don't you want to see what that actually looks like in practice?
Listen in as Opto 22's Dan White sits down with the Inductive Automation Ignited podcast team to break down four simple edge application stories that led to huge results.
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Topics:
Case studies,
MQTT,
groov EPIC,
Ignition,
podcast,
groov RIO,
Inductive Automation,
OPC UA,
open source,
Unified Namespace
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
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
This webinar recording is your valuable go-to resource for accessing stranded OT data and building a UNS that's AI and analytics ready.
Did you attend this month's Unified Namespace (UNS) webinar hosted by Cirrus Link Solutions and Opto 22?
Now you can watch the webinar recording on demand.
See how to:
- Connect, collect, model, store and share OT data
- Build a unified namespace
- Go from field to cloud using tools you already know
Read more about everything you’ll learn,
packed
in
to one hour.
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Topics:
Webinars,
MQTT,
groov EPIC,
Ignition,
Cirrus Link Solutions,
UNS,
Unified Namespace
New webinar to show you how easy it is to unlock OT data and build a Unified Namespace (UNS).
Want to prep for AI, analytics, or just stop struggling with stranded OT data? Not sure where to start?
Then you're invited to join Cirrus Link Solutions and Opto 22 in a live webinar. You'll learn how to:
- Structure your industrial data
- Build a unified namespace
- Go from field to cloud using tools you already have
Read on for more event details and to save your seat for the August 13th webinar.
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Topics:
Webinars,
MQTT,
groov EPIC,
Ignition,
Cirrus Link Solutions,
UNS,
Unified Namespace
Watch our live demo–recorded from the ProveIt! Conference–to see how brownfield and greenfield assets integrate into a Unified Namespace (UNS) to give you a competitive edge.
We attended the first annual ProveIt! Conference on February 18-20th in Dallas, Texas. This brand new conference was unique—because instead of just setting up a booth and talking about our solutions, we were required to prove it live on stage!
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Topics:
Events & conferences,
MQTT,
groov EPIC,
Ignition,
digital transformation,
IIoT System Architecture,
Unified Namespace
How can your operations achieve seamless digitalization and a path toward a UNS? Watch this webinar recording for an informative demo.
Were you able to tune in to last week's Inductive Automation Solution Partner webinar? You can now watch it on demand for the first time or for review.
Inductive Automation's Solution and Strategic partners teamed up with Inductive to demonstrate the benefits of using their collaborative technology offerings. The companies featured in this webinar include:
- Inductive Automation
- 4IR Solutions
- Cirrus Link Solutions
- Sepasoft
- Opto 22
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Topics:
Webinars,
Ignition,
digital transformation,
Inductive Automation,
Technology Partners,
UNS,
Unified Namespace
Upcoming webinar brings together Inductive Automation Solution Partners to show you a live demo of a real-world digitalization application with Unified Namespace (UNS).
Are you wondering how to best proceed in your digital transformation journey? Then please join Opto 22 along with other Inductive Automation Solution Partners for an exclusive webinar. You'll learn how to accelerate and simplify digital transformation through a collaborative, integrated approach.
This webinar will highlight the benefits of using all partners within the Inductive Automation ecosystem:
- 4IR Solutions
- Cirrus Link Solutions
- Sepasoft
- Opto 22
Working together, they'll show you how to achieve seamless digitalization and a Unified Namespace (UNS) with reduced complexity and time. Don't miss this live demo.
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Topics:
Webinars,
Ignition,
digital transformation,
Inductive Automation,
Technology Partners,
UNS,
Unified Namespace