Rockwell Automation Launches LogixEdge Controllers

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has introduced the LogixEdge™ controller, an innovative industrial control platform. The platform combines Logix control, edge computing, and containerized applications on a single industrial PC-based system. Designed to aid manufacturers in simplifying system architectures, it accelerates software-defined automation. This launch addresses the demand for integrated operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems. By utilizing containerized applications, it offers consistent software deployment across distributed operations, reducing both deployment time and complexity.

LogixEdge controllers present a flexible alternative for manufacturers by minimizing the need for separate hardware. They facilitate the deployment of automation, visualization, and digital applications closer to production processes. Stefano Schiavella, a product manager at Rockwell Automation, emphasized the shift from hardware-centric architectures to software-defined systems. This evolution allows for more manageable and scalable industrial automation systems.