The compact NX1 machine automation controller integrates information utilization, quality management and safety features. It collects synchronized data from sensors, servo motors and other devices connected to it within the same fixed cycle time and then sends that data to the host IT system. It includes three industrial Ethernet ports. When connected with the NX-HAD4 high-speed analog input unit, the controller can simultaneously obtain analog data from four insulated channels at a sampling speed of 5 µs. The series enables safety control systems to be built within and between machines, and control and safety can be managed as a module.