IXON Cloud: Master Machine Data Logging & Dashboards in Minutes

Machine (PLC) data logging & dashboards – easy and secure with IXON Cloud

This video demonstrates how to configure IXON Cloud’s data logging feature to effortlessly collect and securely store machine data. No coding required—just a few clicks. Build dashboards for yourself and your customers to drive production efficiency.

Cloud data logging video transcript

Hi there. My name is Job from IXON.

In a previous video I explained you how to set‑up your IoT portal and manage your machines remotely (Video: Control your HMI and access PLC’s web server with IXON Cloud).

But there is so much more you can do with IXON Cloud.

Today I will show you how to use machine data to set up historical and real‑time dashboards with IXON Cloud Logging.

Step 1: Tell the IXrouter where to get its data.

The first step is to select the PLC communication protocol that is used to extract machine data. We support all the industry standards: OPC‑UA, Siemens S7, Modbus, Ethernet/IP and SMTP/GPIO.

Configure the variables and when the data will be logged. The data is transmitted through an encrypted MQTT connection to the IXON Cloud. In case the internet drops, the internal 8GB flash storage of the IXrouter will make sure that you won’t lose any data.

Tip! 4 examples of machine data to extract from your machine

Step 2: Create stunning machine dashboards

Now your machine data is available, you can start with data visualisation in a dashboard.

Use a wide variety of widgets to create unlimited data reports for your machine. They are even accessible on your smartphone through the mobile apps. Or export your data to CSV or the API to transfer it to third‑party tools like Tableau and Power BI.

Log machine data and create dashboards in no‑time. That’s the easiness of IXON Cloud.

Other sources:

• Remote Access (setup secure access to PLC)
• Cloud Access (control your HMI remotely)
• Machine Triggers & Alarms
• How to get data from the PLC using IIoT

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Create your free IXON Cloud account or request our Evaluation kit to get started with industrial remote access and a ready‑to‑use Industrial IoT platform!

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