General Manufacturing

The Allen‑Bradley Stratix 2100 Unmanaged Industrial Ethernet Switch reduces the complexity of network deployments and delivery with its simple dip-switch settings and easy-to-install functionality. This small form-factor device improves network reliability that best meets overall network system design and application requirements. End users will also benefit from reduced training needs, improved first time fix rates, and lower maintenance costs from the Stratix 2100.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the global launch of OptixEdge, an innovative edge gateway solution that revolutionizes data processing for industrial customers. Today’s smart machines are generating more data than ever, but according to Rockwell’s latest State of Smart Manufacturing Report, only 44% of data is being used effectively. Many companies face challenges that prevent them from utilizing a vast amount of their data, such as network limitations, security concerns, or storage costs. Traditionally, data is sent to distant cloud servers to be processed, but this can be expensive and inefficient.