Simplifying Production Data Collection with Edge Control
In November 2025, Omron Automation (China) launched the DX1 Data Stream Controller, designed to address production site data challenges. Manufacturing environments often struggle with inconsistent data formats, diverse device requirements, and system integration delays. Omron DX1 resolves these issues through no-code design, pre-installed function packages, broad compatibility, and plug-and-play installation without production downtime.
Pre-Installed Function Packages for Instant Insights
The DX1 comes with multiple function packages, including equipment monitoring, factory monitoring, status tracking, and event video recording. These packages automatically collect and visualize key metrics like OEE, yield rate, and throughput, offering actionable insights for factory management. Moreover, combining packages allows time-synchronized visualization across machines and production lines, linking KPIs directly with operational events.
Customizable Data Handling for Complex Scenarios
For specialized data processing, DX1 supports importing custom libraries in Python or C, enabling integration with third-party PLCs or incompatible protocols. This flexibility allows complex computations, data transformation, and seamless connectivity in multi-vendor automation environments. Therefore, manufacturers can tailor data workflows without replacing existing hardware.
User-Friendly Operation and Remote Accessibility
DX1 connects to existing devices via Ethernet, eliminating rewiring or production stops. Its SpeeDBee Synapse tool enables browser-based remote access, allowing operators to monitor and configure systems anytime. The intuitive flow editor lets users design data collection, analysis, and transmission steps without programming skills.
Visualizing Device and Event Correlations
The controller collects time-series data from Omron and third-party PLCs and links it with video records. This correlation allows teams to reproduce incidents and analyze failures accurately. As a result, maintenance decisions are faster, and root-cause analysis becomes more reliable.
Training and Global Support for Seamless Adoption
Omron provides extensive video tutorials and local support across its global network. These resources ensure operators quickly understand DX1’s capabilities. Additionally, the system supports multiple communication protocols, allowing data collection from Mitsubishi, Keyence, and other brands without modifying existing programs.
Driving Smart Manufacturing with Data-Driven Insights
The DX1 Data Stream Controller demonstrates Omron’s deep understanding of manufacturing needs. It enhances equipment efficiency monitoring, quality improvement, traceability, and multi-vendor integration. In practice, this enables factories to extract data value at lower costs while improving operational efficiency, accelerating their journey toward intelligent manufacturing.
Application Scenario: Factory Efficiency Improvement
A production plant using DX1 monitored machine performance in real-time, identified frequent downtime causes, and optimized maintenance schedules. By integrating multi-brand devices, the factory increased throughput by 12% and reduced unplanned stops by 18%, showcasing tangible benefits of data-driven automation.