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At Ovarro, we advocate for the use of Remote Telemetry Units (RTUs) as a powerful alternative to PLC systems.

The effective monitoring and control of facilities is essential in water networks, energy networks, railway infrastructures, and other industrial environments. For a long time, PLCs have been relied upon to exchange critical data between devices in these complex networks. Thanks to flexible inputs and outputs (I/Os), PLCs can be connected to various devices from different manufacturers and link industrial networks together. But did you know that an Ovarro RTU can do just that?

Ovarro TBox RTUs are secure, proven, and trusted devices for remote automation and data collection. Ovarro has supported numerous customers in using TBox LT2 RTUs as PLCs across a range of sectors - such as z.B.Water, energy, rail, broadcasting, and the process industry.

The TBox offers up to 26 digital and analog I/Os for seamless connectivity, regardless of the communication protocols used in the network. This is particularly important in the areas of water, energy, rail transport, and other industrial environments where protocols may vary due to the different ages, OEMs, and suppliers of the devices.

Features of the TBox as a PLC

Features and benefits of the TBox include:

• Cybersecurity for plants and data

All TBox devices and connected plants are protected by a state-of-the-art cybersecurity suite featuring authentication, encryption, firewall, SSL/TLS, HTTPS, SMTPS, SFTP/FTPS, and VPN.

• User-friendliness

With web server technology, the dependency on SCADA software and expensive HMI displays (Human Machine Interface) is eliminated, and the overall development time is reduced. The TBox offers the same simple control, visualization, and contact plan logic as traditional PLCs.

• Real-time alarms

Alarm management systems with push notifications can immediately inform operators about disturbances or faults in a network by sending multimedia messages and live updates.

• Remote monitoring

Network operators can monitor and control critical facilities and applications in real-time from anywhere in the world.

• Integrated LTE/4G

The 4G and LTE modem compatibility of the TBox LT2 RTU enables real-time access to and control of valuable assets, including those located in remote or hazardous sites.

TBox LT2 Applications

The TBox LT2 from Ovarro is compatible with the IEC 1131-3 standard communication protocols for PLCs and can perform ladder logic operations. Since the TBox LT2 allows programming in contact plan logic, it can be integrated into industrial environments where both old and new machines are installed.

Additionally, the TBox LT2 features integrated PLC and IT protocols as part of its complete package.

TBox RTUs already support thousands of applications worldwide.This includes control systems for buildings, monitoring transmissions in broadcast networks, and controlling supply levels for essential goods such as oil, gas, and water. As a reliable alternative to PLCs, the TBox LT2 is capable of doing it all.

If you would like to learn more about the TBox LT2 as a PLC alternative, contact Ovarro's expert team today.

Find out how we can support your business with a market-leading, fully modular remote monitoring, control, and automation solution.