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FT Optix Independent Car Transport Solution

Develop and validate industrial transport systems with greater flexibility, performance, and operational control. - [Implementation Time: 45 Minutes]
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What does this application do?

This application demonstrates an integrated solution for the movement of independent carts using iTRAK, Logix control, and visualization with FactoryTalk Optix. It enables the simulation and validation of high-performance architectures, delivering flexibility, synchronization, and precision in transport. It serves as a practical reference for customers to understand gains in productivity, scalability, and the reduction of traditional mechanical systems. It also accelerates the development of real projects by providing an environment ready for testing, learning, and replication.

General Characteristics

An application that demonstrates the control and synchronization of independent carts with iTRAK, using Logix and FactoryTalk Optix for operation and diagnostics. It enables the validation of flexible and scalable architectures, highlighting productivity gains and reduced mechanical complexity in industrial transport systems.

Advantages
  • High operational flexibility, allowing rapid changes in layout and cart routes without mechanical modifications.
  • Increased productivity and throughput due to precise and synchronized motion control.
  • Reduced maintenance costs with lower use of traditional mechanical components.
  • Scalability and simplified integration with the Rockwell ecosystem (Logix and Ethernet/IP).

Limitations and Disadvantages

  • Software must be updated to the latest versions.
  • LOGIX control platform with MOTION capability is required.
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Please note: You will need to agree to the Terms & Conditions for each download.

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Is this application relevant to me?

This application is useful for demonstrating, in a practical and reusable way, the value of iTRAK with Logix and FactoryTalk Optix in real-world scenarios, supporting technical and commercial discussions with customers. Additionally, it accelerates prototyping and solution standardization, reducing engineering effort and strengthening initiatives.

 

How can I make it work?

Requirements: products, tools, prior knowledge.

Hardware

  • Notebook
  • Logix Controller (CompactLogix / ControlLogix)
  • iTRAK system (physical modules)

Software

  • Studio 5000
  • FactoryTalk Optix
 
 
 
 
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Implementation Guide

 
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Step 1
 

You need to open the Studio 5000 software and upload the file “Itrak_V10.acd” located in the folder.

 
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Step 2
 

You need to open the FT Optix software and upload the file “Itrak_Innovation” through the “Open” section, as shown below: 

 
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Step 3
 

You need to connect the applications according to the Studio 5000 and FT Optix manuals until you obtain the application:

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FT Optix Independent Car Transport Solution

Version 2.0 - September 2026

 

 
 
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