Revolution in mechanical engineering: OptixEdge from Rockwell increases data usage!

Revolution in mechanical engineering: OptixEdge from Rockwell increases data usage!

Rockwell Automation, Inc. announced on June 9, 2025 the global launch of OptixEdge, a groundbreaking data processing edge gateway solution for industrial customers. This innovative solution aims to revolutionize the way companies use and process their data. According to a Rockwell report on the state of smart manufacturing, only 44% of data generated is used effectively, indicating significant gaps in current data usage.

The challenges of using data effectively are many and include network limitations, security concerns and high storage costs. Traditionally, data processing is often done via remote cloud servers, a process that is considered expensive and inefficient. In this context, OptixEdge positions itself as an answer to these challenges by processing data directly on the machine in real time.

Advantages and features of OptixEdge

OptixEdge connects to the user's control system via FactoryTalk® Optix™ software, allowing machine or system data to be monitored and analyzed from multiple locations. The solution offers a variety of benefits including faster insights, lower costs and better decision making. OptixEdge's edge computing capabilities are characterized by flexibility, security and ease of use.

• Integrierte Assistenten-App zur Vereinfachung des Datenerfassungsprozesses.
• Möglichkeit zur Erstellung und Bereitstellung kundenspezifischer Anwendungen.
• Leichte Anwendungen können parallel zur im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Software ausgeführt werden.
• Remote-Unterstützung über FactoryTalk® Remote Access™ für sichere Programmierung und Wartung.
• Offenheit und Flexibilität zur Nutzung mit vorhandener Rockwell-Hardware oder Drittanbieter-Geräten.
• Kosteneinsparungen durch reduzierte Datenübertragung in die Cloud und verbesserte Netzwerkleistung.

These powerful features make OptixEdge an essential tool for companies looking to increase their data processing efficiency and flexibility.

The use of edge computing in industry

Digital connectivity is constantly growing, and with it the need for faster and more extensive data processing. Manufacturers must leverage advanced IIoT applications to analyze and process data close to where it is created. Edge computing is an essential part here as it helps optimize IIoT traffic and enables real-time local data collection and analysis.

A solid edge computing strategy is considered necessary to significantly improve smart manufacturing capabilities. Rockwell Automation supports this trend with OptixEdge, which not only simplifies access to decision-relevant information, but also significantly optimizes costs and network performance. Leveraging powerful digital solutions on the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform can help unlock the benefits of edge computing even further.

Rockwell Automation is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and employs approximately 27,000 people in more than 100 countries. With the introduction of OptixEdge, the company represents another important step in the evolution of industrial data processing, enabling customers to fully exploit the potential of their data.

For more information, see ots.at, automation.com and 3ds.com.