What is OPC? OPC (originally OLE for Process Control) is based on OLE/COM standard from Microsoft. This standard ensures exchange of data between industrial automation applications. It ensures high interoperability between client and server applications from multiple vendors. OPC Specifications The most common types of data used between devices and applications in industries are: Real-time data, […]
Bridging the OT and IT gap
While Information technology (IT) systems are used for data-centric computing, operational technology (OT) systems monitor events, processes, and devices in plants and process facilities, typically in industrial operations. Historically, organizations grappled with the traditional physical world (machines, manufacturing systems, industrial equipment) and the digital world (servers, storage, applications, data). Throughout the years, these two areas […]
Tackling the rise of cyberattacks
Cyber security requirements are paramount as more industrial enterprises plan and implement IT-OT integration. A cyber-attack is an action designed to target a computer or any element of a computerized information system to change, destroy or steal data and exploit or harm a network. According to a study conducted by Cisco on cybersecurity, attackers can […]
OPC Easy Archiver’s latest version: Store real-time, historical data and alarms & events messages in SQL-like databases
Integration Objects has released the latest version of its OPC Easy Archiver. This includes several fixes, performance and feature improvements to provide you with the most effective product conceivable. An Easy-to-Configure and Vigorous Solution Device, data and application connectivity are a critical component of organisational success at each function. Recurring issues are a nuisance to […]
Integration Objects’ Latest Release: Easy way to expose data from your databases using OPC UA Server for Databases
As part of our continuing commitment to providing the best quality of software products, we are pleased to announce the release of the new version of OPC UA Server for Databases. This version includes several fixes, performance and feature improvements to provide you the most robust product possible. Integration Objects’ OPC UA Server for Databases is […]
Integration Objects successfully achieves ISO 27001 Certification
We are very proud to announce our achievement of the ISO 27001 Certification. In line with our strong commitment to providing the highest standard of information systems security, data protection and continuous improvement of all business operations, Integration Objects is proud to announce that it has achieved the ISO 27001 certification (under number 01 153 […]
[Tutorial Video] How to configure OPC UA Sever Simulator
Simulate real-time and historical data using OPC UA Server Simulator! Integration Objects’ OPC UA Server Simulator >> allows end-users, developers and integrators to test and troubleshoot OPC UA Client applications and connections. Moreover, the data simulation for this OPC UA Server tool is easily configurable via CSV files. Users can specify their variables, data types, […]
How to configure OPC UA IoT Broker to publish data to Azure IoT Hub
Integration Objects’ OPC UA IoT Broker is an innovative solution designed to collect real-time data and alarms & events from OPC UA servers and publish those data to Microsoft Azure IoT Hub in a secure way. This tutorial provides a step-by-step procedure on how to publish data to Azure IoT Hub using OPC UA IoT […]
[Video Tutorials] Migration from OPC Classic to UA and Vice-versa
Standardized and secure communication from the field device to the cloud is considered key for the implementation of Industry 4.0, and is the function of the OPC UA protocol. Integration Objects’ OPC UA Wrapper helps you make a smooth transition to the IIoT and Industry 4.0 by seamlessly integrating OPC UA servers and clients with […]
How to configure tag aliases in OPC UA Proxy
The OPC UA Proxy is a feature component of the OPC UA Wrapper. It enables communications between your OPC UA Servers and OPC Classic Clients quickly and efficiently. You can also configure aliases for the tags via CSV files. The alias will define friendly tag names of your choice and will be mapped to the […]
Embed OPC UA & OPC Classic SDKs into your system
Embed OPC UA & OPC Classic SDKs into your system and benefit from free runtime distribution For end users, the ultimate goal is finding the easiest, most efficient and cost effective way to access their data whenever they need it, without additional and complicating configurations. Having embedded OPC modules run on the existing devices makes […]