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Embedding Efficiency with the Edge: The Power of Embedded Edge Compute Modules

Written by ES&E Poster | May 28, 2024 3:15:00 PM

Welcome to the era of unprecedented control, connectivity, and cost-saving efficiency in automation, courtesy of the powerful Rockwell Automation Embedded Edge Compute Module. Optimized for FactoryTalk® Optix™, this game-changer offers a new, open, scalable visualization platform tailored to meet your operational efficiency, data transparency, and application-specific connectivity needs.

 

What is the Embedded Edge Compute Module?

The Embedded Edge Compute Module is a groundbreaking piece of technology designed to align your IT and OT operations by ensuring the close proximity of data to computing. By analyzing larger amounts of data in real-time right at the machine, this technology equips you with the information you need to make more informed decisions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Why Choose the Embedded Edge Compute Module?

The strength of the Embedded Edge Compute Module lies in its ability to offer central management of control and edge devices. It ensures efficient data processing close to the machine, significantly reducing storage costs. The module excels in pre-processing local data, thus ensuring efficient transmission to the cloud.

 

Product Features

  • Seamless Integration: The module is effortlessly absorbed into your existing infrastructure - no Windows OS required. It is an IT-free solution, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
  • Cost-Effective Interoperability: It harmoniously marries OT and IT without requiring any rip and replace, making it a cost-effective solution.
  • Speedy Data Processing: The inbuilt edge computing capabilities and data analysis software ensure rapid data processing.
  • Accessible Information: The module provides meaningful web-based dashboards, high-speed data logging, and many communication options powered by FactoryTalk Optix, all available on any device - tablets, phones, or thin clients.
  • Enable Remote Access: Hosting Factory Talk allows your business to leverage modern workflows and provide remote access, regardless of location or technology. This empowers your engineers to facilitate secure collaborations and deliver remote access for operators.

Making the Right Choice

Embedded Edge Compute offers multiple modules to choose from, each meeting unique customer needs ranging from small to large machines and simple to complex applications. The choice hinges on factors such as cost, pre-deployed apps, Studio 5000® experience, API support, type of OS, and remote maintenance capabilities.

 

Pushing the Boundaries with FactoryTalk® Optix™

When paired with FactoryTalk® Optix™, the Embedded Edge Compute Module can address a wide array of customer needs, including communication, modern languages, analytics, visualization, gateways, remote access, and much more. This powerful combination can revolutionize operations, optimizing machine and equipment control while enabling IT technologies at the edge.

 

We are living in an exciting time of technological advancement. The Embedded Edge Compute Module is paving the way for a more efficient, connected, and optimized automation landscape. Leverage the power of computer vision and analytics in a smart manufacturing environment with the Embedded Edge Compute Module to stay ahead of changes, avert potential pitfalls, and always make proactive, data-informed decisions.

 

Transform your business operations from being merely reactive to becoming assertively proactive. Contact ES&E today to get started with your Embedded Edge Compute Module.

 

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