Predictive Analytics from Process Control Data Blog - Published: The holy grail of IIoT applications is the ability to basically predict the future. We want to know when something, either a system or a component in our process is going to fail—before it actually does. The holy grail of IIoT applications is the ability to basically predict the future. We want to know when something, either a system or a component in our process is going to fail—before it actually does. <less A Survey of Big Data Analytics Software Blog - Published: In a previous post we covered time series data. We talked about how process automation and control data can feed our big data applications and cloud-based software platforms, to build Industrial Internet...moreIn a previous post we covered time series data. We talked about how process automation and control data can feed our big data applications and cloud-based software platforms, to build Industrial Internet of Things applications. In this post we'll take a look at how time series data can be used to develop time series models. <less Increase Uptime With An Asset Management Strategy Blog - Published: We’re all concerned about maximizing our manufacturing equipment uptime and decreasing downtime. If our machines go down, we lose money. It’s that simple. In fact, according to www.industryweek.com, the...moreWe’re all concerned about maximizing our manufacturing equipment uptime and decreasing downtime. If our machines go down, we lose money. It’s that simple. In fact, according to www.industryweek.com, the average cost of downtime in most industrial applications is $30-$50K per hour. And that number is increasing each year. According to Aberdeen Group, downtime costs in some industrial applications can top out at $250K per hour. <less Using a serial to USB converter with groov EPIC Blog - Published: This newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step...moreThis newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step instructions for reading serial data via the EPIC's USB port with a RS-232 to USB converter. <less Adventures of an Applications Engineer - Part 1 Blog - Published: As an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy...moreAs an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy Vegas shows, huge amusement parks, and various NASA endeavors that we may or may not be allowed to discuss in detail. We also have the less flashy water/wastewater installations and beloved "dam customers" that can be pretty Coulee, too. In these Adventures of an Applications Engineer posts I'll share some of my favorite favorites. <less EPIC w/o I/O? Sure! Blog - Published: The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased...moreThe groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. <less OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
A Survey of Big Data Analytics Software Blog - Published: In a previous post we covered time series data. We talked about how process automation and control data can feed our big data applications and cloud-based software platforms, to build Industrial Internet...moreIn a previous post we covered time series data. We talked about how process automation and control data can feed our big data applications and cloud-based software platforms, to build Industrial Internet of Things applications. In this post we'll take a look at how time series data can be used to develop time series models. <less Increase Uptime With An Asset Management Strategy Blog - Published: We’re all concerned about maximizing our manufacturing equipment uptime and decreasing downtime. If our machines go down, we lose money. It’s that simple. In fact, according to www.industryweek.com, the...moreWe’re all concerned about maximizing our manufacturing equipment uptime and decreasing downtime. If our machines go down, we lose money. It’s that simple. In fact, according to www.industryweek.com, the average cost of downtime in most industrial applications is $30-$50K per hour. And that number is increasing each year. According to Aberdeen Group, downtime costs in some industrial applications can top out at $250K per hour. <less Using a serial to USB converter with groov EPIC Blog - Published: This newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step...moreThis newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step instructions for reading serial data via the EPIC's USB port with a RS-232 to USB converter. <less Adventures of an Applications Engineer - Part 1 Blog - Published: As an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy...moreAs an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy Vegas shows, huge amusement parks, and various NASA endeavors that we may or may not be allowed to discuss in detail. We also have the less flashy water/wastewater installations and beloved "dam customers" that can be pretty Coulee, too. In these Adventures of an Applications Engineer posts I'll share some of my favorite favorites. <less EPIC w/o I/O? Sure! Blog - Published: The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased...moreThe groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. <less OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Increase Uptime With An Asset Management Strategy Blog - Published: We’re all concerned about maximizing our manufacturing equipment uptime and decreasing downtime. If our machines go down, we lose money. It’s that simple. In fact, according to www.industryweek.com, the...moreWe’re all concerned about maximizing our manufacturing equipment uptime and decreasing downtime. If our machines go down, we lose money. It’s that simple. In fact, according to www.industryweek.com, the average cost of downtime in most industrial applications is $30-$50K per hour. And that number is increasing each year. According to Aberdeen Group, downtime costs in some industrial applications can top out at $250K per hour. <less Using a serial to USB converter with groov EPIC Blog - Published: This newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step...moreThis newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step instructions for reading serial data via the EPIC's USB port with a RS-232 to USB converter. <less Adventures of an Applications Engineer - Part 1 Blog - Published: As an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy...moreAs an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy Vegas shows, huge amusement parks, and various NASA endeavors that we may or may not be allowed to discuss in detail. We also have the less flashy water/wastewater installations and beloved "dam customers" that can be pretty Coulee, too. In these Adventures of an Applications Engineer posts I'll share some of my favorite favorites. <less EPIC w/o I/O? Sure! Blog - Published: The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased...moreThe groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. <less OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Using a serial to USB converter with groov EPIC Blog - Published: This newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step...moreThis newly released video walks you through using a serial to USB converter with your groov EPIC PR1 controller. In our latest video, Applications Engineer Ben Orchard is back to give you step-by-step instructions for reading serial data via the EPIC's USB port with a RS-232 to USB converter. <less Adventures of an Applications Engineer - Part 1 Blog - Published: As an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy...moreAs an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy Vegas shows, huge amusement parks, and various NASA endeavors that we may or may not be allowed to discuss in detail. We also have the less flashy water/wastewater installations and beloved "dam customers" that can be pretty Coulee, too. In these Adventures of an Applications Engineer posts I'll share some of my favorite favorites. <less EPIC w/o I/O? Sure! Blog - Published: The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased...moreThe groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. <less OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Adventures of an Applications Engineer - Part 1 Blog - Published: As an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy...moreAs an applications engineer, sometimes known as OptoMary on our OptoForums, perhaps I shouldn’t have favorite customers. They’re all my favorites! Sure, our products and people have helped build flashy Vegas shows, huge amusement parks, and various NASA endeavors that we may or may not be allowed to discuss in detail. We also have the less flashy water/wastewater installations and beloved "dam customers" that can be pretty Coulee, too. In these Adventures of an Applications Engineer posts I'll share some of my favorite favorites. <less EPIC w/o I/O? Sure! Blog - Published: The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased...moreThe groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. <less OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
EPIC w/o I/O? Sure! Blog - Published: The groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased...moreThe groov EPIC system now includes a chassis option for applications that don't need (or want) I/O. As we continue incorporating your feedback to improve and extend the groov EPIC system, we're pleased to announce the latest release of a new system chassis: GRV-EPIC-CHS0. <less OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoNews: New IoT resources page answers your questions Blog - Published: What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things.What is the Internet of Things (IoT) and what is it good for? Is anybody actually using it yet for real applications? Here's a page of resources to answer some of your questions: The Internet of Things. <less Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Measure live power and energy consumption Blog - Published: Take a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that...moreTake a closer look at the new EPIC I/O module (GRV-IVAPM-3) and get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. Hopefully, you caught the recent blog post that announced our new 3-phase groov Power Monitoring module (GRV-IVAPM-3). In this next blog post, we’ll take a closer look at this module to help you get up to speed on how to install and configure it for your power monitoring applications. <less New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
New I/O modules for the groov EPIC system Blog - Published: Meet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5...moreMeet our latest line up of modules designed to give you more I/O choices for your groov EPIC system. Along with the recent news of including IEC 61131-3 programming options for groov EPIC, there are 5 new I/O modules being added to the groov EPIC product line. Learn more about each module to see what new capabilities can help with your applications. <less groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: groov View Blog - Published: An easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and...moreAn easy-to-use tool for building a flexible HMI, included with your groov EPIC. I don’t think I am going too far out on a limb by saying that the web browser is one of the most commonly installed and used software applications on any device. You might read this intro in your email app, but you will soon switch to a browser to read this blog. (I hope!) So why stop at just viewing your SCADA HMI screens in a browser—why not build them there as well? Enter the groov View menu option, the focus of this part 8 of our 12-part blog series on the groov Manage menu. <less New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
New year, new OptoPartners Blog - Published: Ringing in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications...moreRinging in 2022 with some new additions to the OptoPartner program. As our network of system integrators continues to grow, we're looking forward to an exciting year of new projects and applications that these Opto 22 experts bring. We value these new members as they have proven their engineering expertise and in-depth understanding of Opto 22 hardware and software and use it to help customers find their ideal automation and IIoT solutions. As usual, we asked our new partners to give a quick overview of their company to share on our website. <less New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
New Automation 101 video explains Sparkplug for MQTT Blog - Published: The industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and...moreThe industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. Adding the open-source Sparkplug specification to MQTT adds even more structure and better support for industrial applications. <less OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoPartner Video - Indoor Grow Systems by Microclimates Blog - Published: groov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren...moregroov RIO provides a scalable automation architecture for their customers Our next OptoPartner video installment is very unique in that it includes a live demo. Microclimates CTO and Co-Founder Loren West explains how more agriculture is “coming indoors”, as it allows growers more control over the food they produce. Automation plays a key role in this expanding business segment. The Microclimates control system is based around a software core that is delivered on Opto 22’s groov RIO, a platform that fits nicely into IIoT applications requiring simple data exchange between software or cloud applications and field I/O. <less OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoNews: Sneak peek - SNAP PAC delivers the data Blog - Published: Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. Are you thinking about how you could use data from some of your SNAP PACs in databases, other applications, even the Internet of Things (IoT)? If so, you'll be pretty excited about the upcoming release of SNAP PAC firmware, R9.5. <less OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoNews: Accuracy/Resolution hands-on demo Blog - Published: In an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some...moreIn an earlier OptoNews we defined the terms accuracy and resolution as they apply to analog I/O modules. These specs help you choose the right module for the job, so you get the results you need. Some applications require highly accurate values or very fine resolution, while others do not. Choosing the right module for your application will save you time and money. <less OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoPartner program going strong Blog - Published: Welcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list...moreWelcome two more integration companies with groov EPIC and RIO expertise to the OptoPartner program. It's always exciting to see how Opto 22 products are used in field applications and our growing list of OptoPartners gives customers even more options for finding their ideal product solution. OptoPartners are experienced and skilled in using our industrial control products and are qualified to help with integrating, installing, and maintaining Opto 22 systems. <less The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
The Art of the Possible: An EPIC "Dream Machine" for Ignition Edge Blog - Published: Hear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a...moreHear from OptoPartner 4IR Solutions in this guest blog post as CTO Joe Dolivo describes the ideal device for running Ignition Edge software. The Ignition platform by Inductive Automation provides a modern, robust, and flexible development environment for building SCADA, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 applications in support of digital transformation initiatives. Ignition's scalable architecture makes it a perfect solution for building both fully on-premises applications as well as "hybrid cloud" applications that are distributed across both the cloud and the edge. In the industrial automation world, most cloud-enabled solutions still require an on-premises component to allow control of equipment and data buffering in the event of connectivity issues. Ignition provides a purpose-built Ignition Edge product suite for this use case, which must be deployed on a complementary hardware platform that is appropriate for running plant-floor applications. Let's consider for a moment what an ideal device for running Ignition Edge might look like—our hypothetical Ignition Edge "Dream Machine." <less I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
I/O module quality indicator LED sheds light on system status Blog - Published: New video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its...moreNew video workshop takes a closer look at the LED quality indicator on groov EPIC I/O modules. Are you seeing a yellow light on one of your groov EPIC I/O modules? This means that one or more of its values is outside of the expected range. Opto 22 applications engineer Ben Orchard explains why this is important and how to use this feature in a video that's just been added to the groov EPIC hardware playlist. <less Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Where's your EPIC? Blog - Published: Tell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC...moreTell us how you use groov EPIC in your projects, and we'll send you our popular mini 3D-printed EPIC. Remember how we celebrated your EPIC stories this past holiday by creating the mini groov EPIC ornament? Well, it's back by popular demand. We're still hearing from many of you who are eager to share how you use or are planning to use groov EPIC in your applications, so let's keep the momentum going! <less groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov EPIC Security Series, Part 4: User Accounts Blog - Published: In this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications...moreIn this blog post, let’s take a closer look at user accounts on the groov EPIC system, and how you can improve your system security by giving users and services fine-grained access to applications running on EPIC. In other words, make sure each person or service has only the access they really need and nothing more. But before we get deep into user accounts, let’s first discuss user account credentials. Take a moment and ask yourself the following questions: Do you use the same password for multiple accounts? Do you use a mix of punctuation and capital letters in your passwords? Do you use long phrases as your passwords? <less Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Welcome new OptoPartner, Merlin CSI Blog - Published: With over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to...moreWith over 25 years of experience in industrial controls and automation and a focus on the future, Merlin CSI offers valuable expertise and the vision to help with your applications. We're pleased to add them to our growing list of IoT Certified OptoPartners. <less New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
New video: What is an MQTT broker? Blog - Published: This latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication...moreThis latest video in our Automation 101 series provides a deeper dive and explanation of the MQTT central server, or the "broker". As you recall from previous posts, the industrial MQTT communication protocol is a powerful tool that allows you to exchange device data freely among devices and applications, with little or no IT involvement. Its simplicity and flexibility make it a popular choice for today's IIoT applications. <less OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoNews: Industrial I/O for Raspberry Pi - new code examples Blog - Published: Are you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used...moreAre you using G4 or SNAP digital I/O with your Raspberry Pi®? A lot of engineers are finding a Pi surprisingly useful in real industrial applications, as well as for prototyping and experimenting. Used with Opto 22's reliable industrial I/O, your Pi can safely switch 5-60 VDC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC loads. <less Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Why you should run Node-RED on groov Blog - Published: Hear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed...moreHear from Opto 22's Terry Orchard as he makes the case for why groov EPIC and RIO are the ideal platforms for running Node-RED programming software. Opto 22's groov EPIC and RIO products are designed to give you multiple options when it comes to developing applications for your control systems. Node-RED is fast becoming one of the more popular options, and this new video explains why running Node-RED on groov EPIC or groov RIO is the best choice for your industrial automation projects. <less Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Start EPIC communication to your serial devices Blog - Published: Learn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The...moreLearn how to set up, install, and communicate using a groov EPIC serial I/O module. Many industrial automation applications require communication between the controller and multiple serial devices. The GRV-CSERI-4 module provides four independent and isolated serial ports for this purpose. Each port is software configurable to communicate with RS-232 or RS-485 (half duplex or full duplex) serial devices. <less Page 1 of 12Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items