ctrlX OS – Open operating system for partner integration
The Linux-based operating system ctrlX OS is the most modern, open and secure in automation. Thanks to its interfaces and standards, it is open for co-creation, partner integration and automation technologies of all kinds. ctrlX OS makes it possible to bring solutions to market faster and operate them with high performance and minimized risk.
Open operating system for automation: Shaping the future together
ctrlX OS represents a new era of automation. The industrial operating system with ecosystem promotes innovation and collaboration by bringing together the strengths of partners from a wide range of industries. This creates new business potential for suppliers and customized, future-proof automation solutions for customers. The Linux-based technology of ctrlX OS offers flexibility, security and scalability for all requirements. Automation that knows no boundaries.
"The game-changing element of ctrlX OS is the combination of PLC and secure IoT on one platform, paired with the open architecture and flexible expandability through apps."
Thomas Schoch, Technical Lead Engineer, Siemens Energy
What makes ctrlX OS so special?
ctrlX OS dissolves the automation pyramid through appification. This means that rigid hierarchical structures are broken down and functions are provided as flexibly deployable software apps via ctrlX OS.
The operating system can be used at various levels of the automation pyramid – from the field level to the cloud. The solution is completely hardware-independent and therefore ideally matches different components from different manufacturers. It can therefore be operated on different hardware to suit the user's requirements and use case, which guarantees maximum freedom.
ctrlX OS combines automation and IT and thus ensures genuine IT/OT convergence. This means that IT and OT technologies are connected sensibly and securely and data is exchanged between all levels and across company boundaries.
By using ctrlX OS, users also gain access to the entire ctrlX OS Ecosystem with all digital services.
The ecosystem partners:
ctrlX OS OEM:
The ctrlX OS OEMs integrate the operating system ctrlX OS into their hardware products to create innovative automation solutions for their markets.
ctrlX World:
In the partner world of ctrlX World, partners contribute their strengths and solutions in the form of additional software, which is available in the ctrlX OS Store. The ctrlX World partners also supplement the portfolio with hardware that is compatible with ctrlX OS. As a result, users benefit from a constantly growing variety of applications and can choose the best solution for their automation task.
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