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ctrlX's versatility and focus on innovation

Dec. 23, 2024
Collaborations with Pepperl+Fuchs, SMC, and ServiceNow further expand the ctrlX ecosystem, integrating pneumatic technologies and sensor-actuator connections

Bosch Rexroth's ctrlX platform has garnered attention since its 2020 debut for its innovative approach to industrial automation, Automation World reported.

Built on Linux-based multicore technology, ctrlX eliminates boundaries between industrial PCs, embedded systems and drive-based controls by offering a unified control system across various hardware configurations. Controls engineers benefit from its consistent interface and programming environment, whether deployed as a stand-alone device, integrated into industrial PCs, or drive systems.

The app-based ecosystem enables tailored functionality, allowing users to install specific apps for motion control, PLCs, IoT and programming tools like Node-Red or Python. With over 80 apps validated by Bosch Rexroth and contributions from third-party providers, the platform emphasizes co-creation, empowering OEMs and users to address specific automation challenges effectively. Read more about it in this article from Automation World.

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