The NX1 Machine Automation Controller that controls devices at manufacturing sites is also used in infrastructures and facilities. This page provides three case studies.

Why the NX1 Controller is highly appreciated in manufacturing and other sectors

Information utilization

• Direct access to databases without the need for PCs ensures reliable data transfer.
• Connectivity to OPC UA and other leading-edge networks helps maintain network reliability and security and access cloud services.

Advanced control in miniaturized size

• CPU, power supply, and Ethernet ports are housed in a compact design with a width of 66 mm.

Omron’s extensive product portfolio and total support

• The NX1 for industrial use is more robust than PCs.
• International standard IEC 61131-3 (PLCopen) programming is supported.
• The diverse lineup of over 200,000 products includes inputs, outputs, and safety.

Case 2:
Waste compactor at shopping mall

The NX1 is also used for a new type of waste compactor.
Waste from the shopping mall or sport facility is compressed in the compactor installed on the site. The compacter helps manage when to collect the compressed waste for disposal and calculate how much to bill.

The compact NX1 Controller integrated into the compactor can transmit the waste amount and other data directly to the database while controlling the motors and safety components. This eliminates the need for PCs, improving redundancy and reliability.

Since all machine data will be collected in the cloud in the future, the NX1 that supports secure OPC UA was selected.