Flexible I/O for Enhanced Control Solutions
Why groov RIO?
The groov RIO (Remote I/O) is a versatile, industrial-grade I/O module designed to extend automation capabilities to remote and challenging environments. With its robust performance and ease of integration, groov RIO seamlessly connects with existing systems, providing reliable, real-time data acquisition and control.
Universal I/O Channels
groov RIO features 10 software-configurable universal I/O channels, supporting a wide range of input and output types, including analog, digital, and serial signals. This flexibility allows it to interface with various sensors and devices, reducing the need for additional hardware. It supports up to 3 A at 30 VDC for digital outputs and up to 20-bit resolution for analog inputs, making it versatile for diverse industrial applications.
Advanced Edge Processing and Monitoring
groov RIO integrates advanced edge computing with comprehensive device monitoring, enabling local data processing such as aggregation, filtering, and basic analytics. With a latency as low as milliseconds, it supports real-time analysis and decision-making, minimizing the need for centralized systems. It also continuously tracks the status and performance of connected devices and sensors, monitoring key parameters like temperature, pressure, and voltage with refresh rates up to 1 ms. This functionality enhances system responsiveness, reduces network load, and facilitates predictive maintenance, decreasing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
Rugged and Reliable
groov RIO’s compact form factor, measuring just 70mm x 114mm x 52.5mm, is ideal for space-constrained installations. It is built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, with an operational temperature range of -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) and resistance to dust and moisture. Its robust construction significantly reduces the need for maintenance, offering a mean time between failures (MTBF) of over 200,000 hours, ensuring reliable long-term operation.
Power Supply Flexibility
groov RIO supports a wide range of power supply options, with an input voltage range of 10 to 32 VDC, making it adaptable to various power sources commonly found in industrial environments. The device’s low power consumption, typically around 3.5 W, ensures efficient energy use. Additionally, it features built-in surge and transient protection, enhancing its durability and reliability in areas with unstable power conditions. This flexibility allows groov RIO to operate reliably in diverse applications, from remote field installations to complex industrial setups.
Universal I/O Channels
groov RIO features 10 software-configurable universal I/O channels, supporting a wide range of input and output types, including analog, digital, and serial signals. This flexibility allows it to interface with various sensors and devices, reducing the need for additional hardware. It supports up to 3 A at 30 VDC for digital outputs and up to 20-bit resolution for analog inputs, making it versatile for diverse industrial applications.
Advanced Edge Processing and Monitoring
groov RIO integrates advanced edge computing with comprehensive device monitoring, enabling local data processing such as aggregation, filtering, and basic analytics. With a latency as low as milliseconds, it supports real-time analysis and decision-making, minimizing the need for centralized systems. It also continuously tracks the status and performance of connected devices and sensors, monitoring key parameters like temperature, pressure, and voltage with refresh rates up to 1 ms. This functionality enhances system responsiveness, reduces network load, and facilitates predictive maintenance, decreasing downtime and extending equipment lifespan.
Rugged and Reliable
groov RIO’s compact form factor, measuring just 70mm x 114mm x 52.5mm, is ideal for space-constrained installations. It is built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, with an operational temperature range of -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) and resistance to dust and moisture. Its robust construction significantly reduces the need for maintenance, offering a mean time between failures (MTBF) of over 200,000 hours, ensuring reliable long-term operation.
Power Supply Flexibility
groov RIO supports a wide range of power supply options, with an input voltage range of 10 to 32 VDC, making it adaptable to various power sources commonly found in industrial environments. The device’s low power consumption, typically around 3.5 W, ensures efficient energy use. Additionally, it features built-in surge and transient protection, enhancing its durability and reliability in areas with unstable power conditions. This flexibility allows groov RIO to operate reliably in diverse applications, from remote field installations to complex industrial setups.
Real-Time Connectivity and Security
Supports MQTT and OPC UA, ensuring secure and efficient data transmission for modern IoT applications.
Real-Time Connectivity and Security
Supports MQTT and OPC UA, ensuring secure and efficient data transmission for modern IoT applications.
Project Overview
Serving over 100 years, the Paloma Irrigation and Drainage District (PIDD) in Gila Bend, Arizona, oversees water management for 30,000 acres. Faced with outdated systems and high maintenance costs, PIDD turned to Opto 22’s groov technology to spearhead a digital transformation aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing overhead.
The Challenge
Frequent Downtimes and Costly, Inefficient Operations
Inefficient Manual Operations
Labor Intensive and Time-consuming: The reliance on manual controls and regular site visits for adjustments led to inefficiencies and delays.
Elevated Maintenance Costs: The absence of continuous monitoring contributed to frequent pump failures, resulting in annual maintenance costs between $300,000 and $400,000, which financially strained the district.
Reactive Approach: The district’s inability to proactively manage changes in water demand or address system failures prevented effective optimisation and issue resolution.
Limited Visibility and Control
Lack of Real-Time Monitoring: Without real-time data, the district remained unaware of critical issues affecting water delivery.
Restricted Remote Control: The inability to manage systems remotely curtailed operational flexibility and delayed responses to emerging issues, risking interruptions in water supply.
The Challenge
Frequent Downtimes and Costly, Inefficient Operations
Inefficient Manual Operations
Labor Intensive and Time-consuming: The reliance on manual controls and regular site visits for adjustments led to inefficiencies and delays.
Elevated Maintenance Costs: The absence of continuous monitoring contributed to frequent pump failures, resulting in annual maintenance costs between $300,000 and $400,000, which financially strained the district.
Reactive Approach: The district’s inability to proactively manage changes in water demand or address system failures prevented effective optimisation and issue resolution.
Limited Visibility and Control
Lack of Real-Time Monitoring: Without real-time data, the district remained unaware of critical issues affecting water delivery.
Restricted Remote Control: The inability to manage systems remotely curtailed operational flexibility and delayed responses to emerging issues, risking interruptions in water supply.
Reasons Why PIDD Chose Opto 22
Robust and Reliable:
groov products have demonstrated their resilience in harsh environments, offering a stark contrast to the less durable Raspberry Pi. These devices ensure reduced maintenance needs and stable operations.
Cost Effective:
Priced at approximately $1,000 each, groov RIO units are significantly more affordable than traditional industrial-grade pump monitoring/control solutions, providing a cost-efficient alternative.
Modular Flexibility:
The groov EPIC system features a modular design that allows for tailored I/O configurations at each pumping station, offering the adaptability to scale as operational needs grow.
The Solution
Revolutionising PIDD Operations
- Decreased Downtime and Maintenance Costs: Automation, particularly in pump lubrication, has reduced wear and tear on components, leading to far fewer breakdowns and saving an estimated $300,000 annually. VanHofwegen optimistically stated, “This will quickly pay for itself!”
- Improved Remote Monitoring and Control: Thanks to MQTT and FlowFuse, real-time monitoring of water levels and pump statuses has become possible, greatly decreasing the occurrence of water shortages—from monthly to just yearly—and boosting service dependability. VanHofwegen remarked, “We often resolve issues before our customers even notice a shortage.”
- Beneficial Impact on Staff: The workforce has welcomed the user-friendly technology which minimizes the need for manual oversight, thus enhancing operational efficiency and staff productivity. PIDD has kept its existing staff but has managed to deploy them more effectively, creating a beneficial situation for all involved.
The Solution
Revolutionising PIDD Operations
- Decreased Downtime and Maintenance Costs: Automation, particularly in pump lubrication, has reduced wear and tear on components, leading to far fewer breakdowns and saving an estimated $300,000 annually. VanHofwegen optimistically stated, “This will quickly pay for itself!”
- Improved Remote Monitoring and Control: Thanks to MQTT and FlowFuse, real-time monitoring of water levels and pump statuses has become possible, greatly decreasing the occurrence of water shortages—from monthly to just yearly—and boosting service dependability. VanHofwegen remarked, “We often resolve issues before our customers even notice a shortage.”
- Beneficial Impact on Staff: The workforce has welcomed the user-friendly technology which minimizes the need for manual oversight, thus enhancing operational efficiency and staff productivity. PIDD has kept its existing staff but has managed to deploy them more effectively, creating a beneficial situation for all involved.
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