After nearly two decades of providing JNIOR automation controller models in markets like Digital Cinema, Energy and Monitoring, we figured it was perhaps about time to describe it from an industrial controls perspective. We never really had an ‘elevator pitch’ that could get the concept across in a broadly horizontal sense. Here is the latest attempt. It is not quite a pitch but it does position the product in a little different light than perhaps we had before. Originally the JNIOR was ahead of its time. Today it remains very relevant and brings proven technology to the table, offering that IT cross-over Edge Automation device that seems now to be in demand.
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Integrated digital monitoring, control, and data access capabilities have become must-have requirements for almost any type of consumer, hobbyist, commercial or industrial automation application. While designers can choose from a variety of hardware/software solutions ranging from DIY-type microcontrollers to proprietary industrial-grade platforms, finding the right balance of performance, complexity, and cost can be challenging.
To fill the need for small, distributed and potentially embedded systems, INTEG Process Group has developed the JNIOR, an easy-to-use, flexible, and compact automation controller with on-board I/O (expandable with remote I/O), Ethernet, and serial connectivity. INTEG JNIOR is a cost-effective multi-purpose device, often the best fit for monitoring, control, and integration of applications with up to 16 wired I/O points and other networking connectivity requirements. It provides a simple, yet intelligent, all-in-one approach for applications where component level consumer-grade microcontrollers or complex and costly industrial automation ecosystems simply don’t make sense.
The INTEG JNIOR features a purpose-built multi-tasking operating system (OS) with many native features—like TLS/SSL secure SSH, SFTP, Telnet, FTP, as well as a full-featured web server with Websockets support, and more. Add to this an optimized Java Virtual Machine (JVM) that empowers users to simply develop, run and debug dependable programs with optional browser-based visualization and control. The combination of a managed OS platform with an open and stable programming environment makes it easy to develop and support reliable functionality. Many users will find that standard applications (available for free from INTEG) will handle their needs for communications (MODBUS, serial, Ethernet, SNMP, MQTT, and others), utility monitoring, cinema automation, and many other functions.
Designed and assembled in the USA, INTEG JNIOR offers a robust and right-sized platform combining vital visualization, automation, and connectivity capabilities into a streamlined easily to use TuV certified package. With a successful long-standing global reputation for reliability and excellence in technical support, the JNIOR might just be what you are looking for.