Register for 2024 groov product training Blog - Published: The 2024 groov EPIC Premium Factory Training class dates have been announced. Are you interested in learning more about edge controller technology? Do you need help achieving digital transformation goals...moreThe 2024 groov EPIC Premium Factory Training class dates have been announced. Are you interested in learning more about edge controller technology? Do you need help achieving digital transformation goals within your company? Or do you simply want to be exposed to the latest types of controllers that can do so much more than a PLC? Make plans to join us next year in one of the groov EPIC Premium Factory Training classes at Opto 22 headquarters in Temecula, California. The 2024 class schedule has just been released. <less Elevating Insights: My ICC 2023 Odyssey Blog - Published: Hey Opto fam! Just dropping in to share that I had an absolute blast at the Ignition Community Conference ICC 2023 in Folsom, CA. "Elevate" wasn't just a theme, it was a whole mood. The energy? Electric....moreHey Opto fam! Just dropping in to share that I had an absolute blast at the Ignition Community Conference ICC 2023 in Folsom, CA. "Elevate" wasn't just a theme, it was a whole mood. The energy? Electric. The sessions? Mind-blowing. And us? Opto 22 was right in the thick of it, showcasing our game-changing products and turning heads with our Ignition-ready tech. <less OptoMMP Tools in groov Manage Blog - Published: This tech tip post covers some groov Manage tools that make the Opto Memory Map Protocol easier to use. The Opto Memory Map Protocol (OptoMMP) is a powerful method of interacting with Opto controllers...moreThis tech tip post covers some groov Manage tools that make the Opto Memory Map Protocol easier to use. The Opto Memory Map Protocol (OptoMMP) is a powerful method of interacting with Opto controllers, everything from a PAC brain to the latest groov RIO—however, it's often overlooked and underused. This blog post covers some tools built right in to groov Manage that make OptoMMP more approachable, easier to implement, and straightforward to debug. <less Apex Energy Replaces End-of-life System for Improved Data Blog - Published: New case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is...moreNew case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is suddenly declared end-of-life, you’re faced with a problem. That’s what happened to Apex Energy LLC, a natural gas exploration and production company, headquartered just outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a longtime customer of systems integrator and Opto technology partner Strata Innovative Solutions, Apex had used Strata’s field-proven PadPro automation solution starting with their second drilling site, or well pad. They were happy with the solution. But in 2019-2020, manufacturers of the hardware components began to end-of-life their products. For their planned growth, Apex needed a new solution that would offer as seamless a transition as possible. <less Inductive Automation names Opto 22 as a Solution Partner Blog - Published: Partnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community...morePartnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community Conference, hosted by Inductive Automation. It was also the perfect time to share some exciting news with our customers and media partners about our IA partnership status. Opto 22 has now been named a Solution Partner. <less So much more than I/O: groov devices are also IIoT gateways Blog - Published: Everyone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing...moreEveryone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing, advanced analytics, AI, machine learning, and the list goes on… At Opto 22, we have a 50 year history of helping you collect and store real-world data. We know the cloud is where you want that data. So when we designed our sleek, rugged, industrial-grade I/O that lasts a lifetime, we also made them IIoT gateways. <less Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Elevating Insights: My ICC 2023 Odyssey Blog - Published: Hey Opto fam! Just dropping in to share that I had an absolute blast at the Ignition Community Conference ICC 2023 in Folsom, CA. "Elevate" wasn't just a theme, it was a whole mood. The energy? Electric....moreHey Opto fam! Just dropping in to share that I had an absolute blast at the Ignition Community Conference ICC 2023 in Folsom, CA. "Elevate" wasn't just a theme, it was a whole mood. The energy? Electric. The sessions? Mind-blowing. And us? Opto 22 was right in the thick of it, showcasing our game-changing products and turning heads with our Ignition-ready tech. <less OptoMMP Tools in groov Manage Blog - Published: This tech tip post covers some groov Manage tools that make the Opto Memory Map Protocol easier to use. The Opto Memory Map Protocol (OptoMMP) is a powerful method of interacting with Opto controllers...moreThis tech tip post covers some groov Manage tools that make the Opto Memory Map Protocol easier to use. The Opto Memory Map Protocol (OptoMMP) is a powerful method of interacting with Opto controllers, everything from a PAC brain to the latest groov RIO—however, it's often overlooked and underused. This blog post covers some tools built right in to groov Manage that make OptoMMP more approachable, easier to implement, and straightforward to debug. <less Apex Energy Replaces End-of-life System for Improved Data Blog - Published: New case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is...moreNew case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is suddenly declared end-of-life, you’re faced with a problem. That’s what happened to Apex Energy LLC, a natural gas exploration and production company, headquartered just outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a longtime customer of systems integrator and Opto technology partner Strata Innovative Solutions, Apex had used Strata’s field-proven PadPro automation solution starting with their second drilling site, or well pad. They were happy with the solution. But in 2019-2020, manufacturers of the hardware components began to end-of-life their products. For their planned growth, Apex needed a new solution that would offer as seamless a transition as possible. <less Inductive Automation names Opto 22 as a Solution Partner Blog - Published: Partnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community...morePartnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community Conference, hosted by Inductive Automation. It was also the perfect time to share some exciting news with our customers and media partners about our IA partnership status. Opto 22 has now been named a Solution Partner. <less So much more than I/O: groov devices are also IIoT gateways Blog - Published: Everyone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing...moreEveryone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing, advanced analytics, AI, machine learning, and the list goes on… At Opto 22, we have a 50 year history of helping you collect and store real-world data. We know the cloud is where you want that data. So when we designed our sleek, rugged, industrial-grade I/O that lasts a lifetime, we also made them IIoT gateways. <less Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
OptoMMP Tools in groov Manage Blog - Published: This tech tip post covers some groov Manage tools that make the Opto Memory Map Protocol easier to use. The Opto Memory Map Protocol (OptoMMP) is a powerful method of interacting with Opto controllers...moreThis tech tip post covers some groov Manage tools that make the Opto Memory Map Protocol easier to use. The Opto Memory Map Protocol (OptoMMP) is a powerful method of interacting with Opto controllers, everything from a PAC brain to the latest groov RIO—however, it's often overlooked and underused. This blog post covers some tools built right in to groov Manage that make OptoMMP more approachable, easier to implement, and straightforward to debug. <less Apex Energy Replaces End-of-life System for Improved Data Blog - Published: New case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is...moreNew case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is suddenly declared end-of-life, you’re faced with a problem. That’s what happened to Apex Energy LLC, a natural gas exploration and production company, headquartered just outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a longtime customer of systems integrator and Opto technology partner Strata Innovative Solutions, Apex had used Strata’s field-proven PadPro automation solution starting with their second drilling site, or well pad. They were happy with the solution. But in 2019-2020, manufacturers of the hardware components began to end-of-life their products. For their planned growth, Apex needed a new solution that would offer as seamless a transition as possible. <less Inductive Automation names Opto 22 as a Solution Partner Blog - Published: Partnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community...morePartnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community Conference, hosted by Inductive Automation. It was also the perfect time to share some exciting news with our customers and media partners about our IA partnership status. Opto 22 has now been named a Solution Partner. <less So much more than I/O: groov devices are also IIoT gateways Blog - Published: Everyone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing...moreEveryone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing, advanced analytics, AI, machine learning, and the list goes on… At Opto 22, we have a 50 year history of helping you collect and store real-world data. We know the cloud is where you want that data. So when we designed our sleek, rugged, industrial-grade I/O that lasts a lifetime, we also made them IIoT gateways. <less Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Apex Energy Replaces End-of-life System for Improved Data Blog - Published: New case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is...moreNew case study shows how StrataVu and groov EPIC secure a flexible future for Oil & Gas production. When the hardware for the automation system you’ve deployed throughout your entire installed base is suddenly declared end-of-life, you’re faced with a problem. That’s what happened to Apex Energy LLC, a natural gas exploration and production company, headquartered just outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a longtime customer of systems integrator and Opto technology partner Strata Innovative Solutions, Apex had used Strata’s field-proven PadPro automation solution starting with their second drilling site, or well pad. They were happy with the solution. But in 2019-2020, manufacturers of the hardware components began to end-of-life their products. For their planned growth, Apex needed a new solution that would offer as seamless a transition as possible. <less Inductive Automation names Opto 22 as a Solution Partner Blog - Published: Partnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community...morePartnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community Conference, hosted by Inductive Automation. It was also the perfect time to share some exciting news with our customers and media partners about our IA partnership status. Opto 22 has now been named a Solution Partner. <less So much more than I/O: groov devices are also IIoT gateways Blog - Published: Everyone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing...moreEveryone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing, advanced analytics, AI, machine learning, and the list goes on… At Opto 22, we have a 50 year history of helping you collect and store real-world data. We know the cloud is where you want that data. So when we designed our sleek, rugged, industrial-grade I/O that lasts a lifetime, we also made them IIoT gateways. <less Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Inductive Automation names Opto 22 as a Solution Partner Blog - Published: Partnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community...morePartnership gives you simple solutions for remote equipment, cloud connections, brownfield applications, and more. This week has been a busy one for the Opto 22 team at the annual Ignition Community Conference, hosted by Inductive Automation. It was also the perfect time to share some exciting news with our customers and media partners about our IA partnership status. Opto 22 has now been named a Solution Partner. <less So much more than I/O: groov devices are also IIoT gateways Blog - Published: Everyone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing...moreEveryone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing, advanced analytics, AI, machine learning, and the list goes on… At Opto 22, we have a 50 year history of helping you collect and store real-world data. We know the cloud is where you want that data. So when we designed our sleek, rugged, industrial-grade I/O that lasts a lifetime, we also made them IIoT gateways. <less Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
So much more than I/O: groov devices are also IIoT gateways Blog - Published: Everyone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing...moreEveryone knows it’s all about the cloud—and the IIoT gateway is the critical component to getting all your real-world data to that cloud. And it matters. Without it, there’s no: big data, cloud computing, advanced analytics, AI, machine learning, and the list goes on… At Opto 22, we have a 50 year history of helping you collect and store real-world data. We know the cloud is where you want that data. So when we designed our sleek, rugged, industrial-grade I/O that lasts a lifetime, we also made them IIoT gateways. <less Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Three must-sees at ICC 2023 Blog - Published: Don't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes...moreDon't miss the Opto 22 live demonstrations and sessions taking place at the 2023 Ignition Community Conference. Do you have your ticket to the Ignition Community Conference? This three-day event takes place September 26 - 28, 2023, in Folsom, CA, and it just sold out! But don't worry, you can still be part of the action by purchasing a Livestream pass. This annual event, hosted by our technology partner Inductive Automation, grows in popularity each year as the number of Ignition software applications grows worldwide. The conference promises: Global networking with the IA team as well as Ignition Community members Learning opportunities through keynote speakers, expert panels, table talks, and breakout sessions Interactive demos and use case presentations from exhibitors This year, the Opto 22 team returns as a sponsor and exhibitor and will be conducting live demonstrations and sessions you won't want to miss. Whether attending in person or with a livestream pass, don't forget to add the following presentations to your schedule (note that the Exhibitor Demo will not be live-streamed): <less groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Maintenance Blog - Published: The maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as...moreThe maintenance button on the groov Manage screen helps keep your groov device in tip-top shape. You update your cell phone for new features and security patches, so why not your automation system as well? This blog post and video closes out our 12-part groov Manage series on the top-level groov Manage home screen options. See what's behind the groov Manage: Maintenance button. <less Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Opto 22's groov RIO levels up in a major way with CODESYS Blog - Published: Here at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped...moreHere at Opto 22, we keep our ear to the ground on all things automation. When we heard the industry’s demand for a versatile I/O package, we responded—thus, groov RIO was born. Since then, we’ve upped the ante with tools for onboard control (enter: Node-Red and Python) and more communication methodologies (hey there, MQTT, OPC UA, and Ignition). And with our latest advancement, we’ve really done it: added a sophisticated real-time engine. <less groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Info & Help Blog - Published: What's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff...moreWhat's under the Info & Help button? Part 11 of the 12-part groov Manage series delves into the details. When it comes to menu options, are you allowed to have favorites? There is just so much cool stuff behind the "Info & Help" button for all things automation—I'm just going to start at the top and bullet point my way down the nine buttons. I could easily blog about each of the nine because of the power of each. But you'll get a condensed summary in groov Manage: Info & Help. <less Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Sparkplug 3 compatibility brings standardized interoperability Blog - Published: The latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's...moreThe latest 3.5 firmware updates for groov EPIC and RIO include new Sparkplug 3 compatible certification. groov products have always supported the MQTT and Sparkplug communication protocols, so what's important about this latest Sparkplug update? groov EPIC and RIO are some of the few hardware devices to pass a series of tests for the Sparkplug Compatibility Program, managed by the Eclipse Foundation. <less groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Node-RED Blog - Published: Find out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming...moreFind out what's behind the Node-RED button on the groov Manage home screen. In this week's edition of our 12-part groov Manage journey, we take a look at Node-RED. This low-code/no-code programming tool is a popular feature of groov EPIC and groov RIO. Our engineers love all aspects of technology, so it's no surprise to learn that many of them were tinkering with Node-RED at home before bringing their excitement to work. After some roundtable discussions on just how much Javascript coding was required (hint: as little or as much as you want), we decided to embed Node-RED into our product range and future hardware devices. Watch groov Manage: Node-RED to see why Node-RED is so popular with groov EPIC and RIO customers. <less groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov RIO firmware 3.5 adds control to remote I/O Blog - Published: The latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS...moreThe latest groov RIO 3.5 firmware update offers a CODESYS programming option along with enhancements for performance and security. groov RIO firmware 3.5 is here! And the big news is the CODESYS runtime engine has been added. That means now you can run a control program on groov RIO—one you build in CODESYS using any of the IEC 61131-3 compliant languages. The engineers have kept their fingers on the keyboard here at Opto HQ and are beyond excited about the release of version 3.5 firmware for the groov RIO family. We can't wait to see what applications our awesome customers come up with, now that the CODESYS runtime engine has been added to the complete groov RIO Trio. <less groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Ignition Blog - Published: Take a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the...moreTake a look at using built-in Ignition software with groov EPIC in week 9 of the groov Manage series. Here's a quick look at how you can run Ignition or Ignition Edge on the groov platform, using the groov Manage menu option. Opto 22 has partnered with Inductive Automation for over 6 years now, and groov EPIC was the first hardware platform to onboard the Ignition Edge program. This natural partnership has been a real success story for both sets of customers the world over. See what's behind the Ignition button on the groov Manage menu. <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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » 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 groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Data Services Blog - Published: Move data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov...moreMove data where you need it with the Data Services menu, the latest in our 12-part video series on groov Manage. Opto 22 was an early adopter of MQTT—implementing it right out of the gate when groov EPIC was released just over 5 years ago. And did you know that back in the day, Opto 22 was not only one of the founding members of OPC, but also that version 1.0 of the OPC specification was ratified around the granite table in the Opto 22 headquarters' conference room? With this history in mind, you'll see why we're excited to talk about the Data Service options you'll find in groov Manage. This is where you choose the methods and protocols to move your data where you need it. Follow along with groov Manage: Data Services. <less Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Case Study: Nucor subsidiary POK brings foundry to industry 4.0 Blog - Published: New factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy...moreNew factory saves initial and recurring costs, improves products with groov EPIC and Ignition. Moving to Industry 4.0 takes time and determination, especially for an established company in a heavy industry. Castings Foundry POK in Guadalajara, Mexico, a Nucor subsidiary, uses equipment from manufacturers all over the world, which may include PLCs from a variety of automation suppliers. But data from all this equipment needed to be shared with corporate SCADA and ERP systems. In this new Opto 22 case study, see how POK's new factory solved this problem, saving an estimated 60% in initial costs, making operators' jobs easier with comprehensive HMIs, and improving product quality. <less groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov EPIC firmware 3.5 is here Blog - Published: Get Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even...moreGet Sparkplug 3.0 compliance, updated Node-RED, and new options for your groov EPIC controller. The engineers at Opto 22 have been busy working around chip shortages and supply chain delays, yet even with those additional efforts, we're announcing the release of a new groov EPIC firmware update, version 3.5. If I had to sum things up, I’d say a lot of really nice quality-of-life improvements and solid bug fixes were the key takeaways here. Let's take a high-level look at some of the new features in this release. <less What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
What's new in Node-RED v3.0 Blog - Published: With the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version...moreWith the latest groov 3.5 firmware update comes another new version of Node-RED, its 3.0 milestone release. Get ready to see what's new in Node-RED when you update to groov EPIC 3.5. This new version includes all the additions of the 3.0.2 software, the most recently available at the time of writing, and node v14.20.0 and npm 6.14.17 package updates as well. Let's take a look. <less groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Controller Blog - Published: Week 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons...moreWeek 6 of the groov Manage video series brings you a detailed look at the control engines included with groov EPIC. You might think we have a sleeper menu feature for this week's blog: only two buttons behind the Controller groov Manage menu option. Boring, right? Far from it! This is amazing! The fact that you can even choose between two control engine options is worth a pause. Learn what's possible in this week's groov Manage: Controller video. <less Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Meet more groov EPIC graduates Blog - Published: Another full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you...moreAnother full class of students learned about groov EPIC in the July 2023 Premium Factory Training class. Another full class means word is getting out, and classroom PLC training is in demand. Are you considering a system upgrade or just curious how groov EPIC compares to other systems you've used? Do you need help configuring and programming hardware and software for your industrial automation or IIoT application? Then consider spending a week with us at Opto 22 headquarters learning all the programming options and features of groov EPIC, the Edge Programmable Industrial Controller. July's group of students represented a variety of industries and provided some great feedback on their training experience. Take a look at what they said. <less groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: I/O Status Blog - Published: Live I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened,...moreLive I/O configuration and status from a web browser? Watch the next episode of the groov Manage video series and see how it's possible. Our groov devices are much more than just industrially hardened, cybersecure devices—they also have abundant I/O options. In the case of the groov RIO, the 10 channels provide over 200,000 I/O combinations! This flexibility is also easy to drop into the groov EPIC chassis with the MM module. So, how can you configure, wire, and commission all this? To get a glimpse, take a look at this week's groov Manage teaser video: I/O Status. <less Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Add LoRa sensors to your control program Blog - Published: See how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier...moreSee how to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack in the latest episode of IntegrateLive! Last week, Opto 22's Benson Hougland joined the IntegrateLive! team for another hands-on project. Sarah Sonnier and Jessica Williams from SiteSync also joined, to focus on using a groov EPIC and the SiteSync MultiTech gateway to set up a full LoRaWAN network stack. (LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide area networking protocol built on top of the LoRa radio modulation technique.) The setup included a LoRaWAN Network Server, Join Server, and Application Server. Curious how it turned out? Watch the live demo. <less groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
groov Manage: Security Blog - Published: Follow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking...moreFollow along with the 4th installment of the groov Manage video and blog series as we focus on the Security button in the groov Manage menu. This week brings you the fourth installment of walking through the groov Manage menu options found on a groov EPIC. In case you missed it, you might want to catch up on the previous three menu options we've covered so far: Accounts, Network, and System. Now, you'll be ready to dive into the Security features. Watch groov Manage: Security. <less Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items
Three simple steps to a groov View HMI Blog - Published: Watch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and...moreWatch this updated groov View Quick Start video to learn how simple it is to start designing and building your HMI. With browser-based groov View, you can easily build an operator interface to see and interact with exactly what you need. groov View is included with groov EPIC and groov Server for Windows. To help you get up and running in no time at all, we've put together a new video that takes you through 3 simple steps of setting up an HMI with groov View. This is a quick, high-level overview presentation designed to get you started and more comfortable with the tool. Watch and learn: groov View Quick Start. <less « PreviousPage 3 of 36Next » Show 25 Items Show All Items Show 10 Items Show 25 Items Show 50 Items Show 100 Items