IOT

With the spread of IoT (Internet of Things) and the increasing demand to have access to production data anywhere, anytime, we are seeing a lot of interest in our IoT solution that can retrieve data directly from PLCs.

Using our unique technology, we can communicate and exchange data to/from a PLC directly – without the use of OPC and any expensive license to the PLC supplier.

The principle allows VeTech to develop user interfaces that make use of Microsoft Visual Studio’s extensive development platform.

The customer will not have to pay for an additional license for their SCADA/PLC and it will be possible – freely – to install the program on multiple PCs.

Our unique technology can be used on the leading brands of PLCs and allows you to get even small and relative systems online – without the large additional costs of PLC licenses.

By utilizing Vetech’s many years of experience in exchanging data directly with production systems, production data and production information can be sent easily, quickly and securely to your smartphone.

Without an additional license for your SCADA

The best solution for you depends on whether the data exchange between the client and the server has special requirements for security and speed. Or if the task requires access to some of the smartphone’s hardware, such as GPS, camera, etc.

Based on your needs and our many years of experience in developing tailor-made solutions, we are happy to enter into a non-binding dialog and talk about the opportunities we see in your project.

Over the years, in connection with data collection projects, we have gained extensive experience in the use of the following technologies:

OPC-UA (Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture)

OPC-UA (Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture) is a machine-to-machine communication protocol developed for industrial automation. It is designed to be platform-independent and offers a standardized way to exchange data between different systems and devices.
Benefits of OPC-UA:

• Interoperability: Enables communication between different devices and systems regardless of manufacturer.
• Security: Includes advanced security features like encryption and authentication.
• Scalability: Can be used in everything from small devices to large industrial systems.
• Flexibility: Supports both real-time and historical data, making it suitable for different applications.
• Platform independence: Can run on different operating systems and hardware platforms.

These benefits make OPC-UA a robust and versatile solution for modern industrial applications. Do you need more detailed information about a specific aspect?

MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport)

MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport) is a lightweight protocol designed for machine-to-machine communication, especially suitable for IoT (Internet of Things) applications. It uses a publish/subscribe model where devices can send (publish) and receive (subscribe) messages via a central broker.

Benefits of MQTT:

• Low bandwidth: Ideal for networks with limited bandwidth as it requires minimal data transfer.
• Efficiency: Fast and reliable message delivery, even over unstable networks.
• Scalability: Can handle thousands of devices and messages without significant overhead.
• Simplicity: Easy to implement and use, reducing development time and complexity.
• QoS (Quality of Service): Offers different levels of message delivery, ensuring reliable communication.

These benefits make MQTT a popular protocol for IoT devices where efficient and reliable communication is essential. Need more information on how MQTT can be implemented in your project?

MTCConnect

MTConnect is an open standard for data exchange between manufacturing equipment and software applications. It uses XML and HTTP to present data in a structured format, making it easy to integrate and analyze data from different machines1.

Benefits of MTConnect:

• Interoperability: Enables communication between different machines and systems without the need for proprietary solutions.
• Standardization: Provides a common data model, reducing the complexity of data exchange.
• Scalability: Can be used in both small and large production environments.
• Efficiency: Improves production optimization and increases productivity by providing access to real-time data.
• Cost savings: Reduce the cost of data translation and integration.

These benefits make MTConnect a valuable solution for modern manufacturing companies looking to improve their operational efficiency and data management.

Need more information on how MTConnect can be implemented in your business?