IIoT

Advanced IIoT services require seamless communication within and between machines and systems. OPC UA and TSN offer an end-to-end solution from the sensor to the cloud with state-of-the-art security. From an OPC UA FX compatible bus controller and PLC generation to a TSN switch and integrated development support in Automation Studio, B&R's IIoT solutions are built around a powerful portfolio and designed to be easily integrated into third-party systems. This offers the user the greatest possible flexibility.

The IIoT Connector app enables easy and configurable data sharing between machines and IT systems. Similar to a fitness tracker, users can choose which machine data they want to share and with whom. Certain data can be used in on-site systems such as ERP and SCADA or cloud-based IIoT solutions to make processes more efficient. Other data can be shared with the machine builder or B&R to enable improvements to machines and automation components. In any scenario, B&R's open approach ensures that it makes no difference which hardware is used or what type of container-based platform the applications run on.

Creating digital value for data analytics - B&R apps enable machine builders remote access to high-resolution machine data that can be used for comprehensive analysis, often with AI-driven insights into topics such as mechanical alignment and wheel maintenance. Deviations in data trends detected by AI algorithms can trigger alerts and prompt additional on-site investigation. The data can also provide information about the timing and accuracy of maintenance procedures and potentially alert machine builders to improper maintenance practices.