As industrial environments become increasingly connected, manufacturers are looking for new ways to bridge operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) to stay competitive without adding complexity. Developed in response to this growing customer demand for architectures that support both deterministic control and modern software application deployment, LogixEdge controllers enable control and software applications to operate on a common platform, reducing the need for separate hardware while supporting more flexible deployment of automation, visualization and digital applications closer to production processes.

Using containerized applications and modern software management practices, manufacturers can deploy, update and manage software more consistently across distributed operations. This approach can help reduce deployment time, simplify lifecycle management and create a more adaptable automation infrastructure.  

"Industrial automation is evolving from hardware-centric architectures to software-defined systems that are easier to deploy, manage and scale," said Stefano Schiavella, product manager at Rockwell Automation. "LogixEdge controllers bring together Logix control and modern computing capabilities on a common platform, giving manufacturers greater flexibility while helping reduce system complexity." 

This launch reflects a growing adoption of software-defined automation, where control, applications and analytics can be deployed more efficiently across industrial operations. The LogixEdge controller is part of Rockwell Automation's vision for software-defined automation, helping manufacturers connect people, processes and technology to drive smarter, more efficient operations.