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Before we go further, lets discuss some of the many improvements and added features
OPC UA provides above and beyond OPC Classic. Please note: This is by no means and
exhaustive list or complete comparison.
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Unified Communication
(OPC UA)
OPC UA represents a major step forward for OEM
Device Manufactures developing the next generation
of Automation solutions. Developers are able to
exchange rich data securely, with even greater levels of
interoperability, while enhancing security and providing
new levels of value and performance. OPC UA is
platform independent, and expands on the standard
functionality of OPC Classic, while also resolving the
difficulties associated OPC Classic in terms of security,
platform dependence, and DCOM issues.
Because of its service-oriented architecture (SOA), OPC
UA can easily implement all established specifications
such as OPC DA, OPC HDA, and OPC A&E. This occurs
independent of the Microsoft DCOM technology, which
is replaced by an open, platform independent protocol
complete with integrated security mechanisms, and
adding an IIoT friendly informational model. This
provides a reliable connection between the company
management level to devices in the field that may use
different Windows and non-Windows operating systems.
With OPC UA, complex data structures and multilayered
processes can be easily modeled and connected to one
another.
Migration paths
It is clear that switching to OPC UA is worthwhile, and for those developing tomorrows
next generation devices its a necessity. OPC Classic simply cannot address the requirements of Industrie 4.0 or the latest IIoT initiatives. It is safe to assume that OPC UA will
one day replace OPC Classic. An immediate switch to OPC UA, however, is not always
necessarily required for every business. With the right tools and careful planning the migration process becomes clear.
Step 1
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Legacy Infrastructure
Step 2
Reports
Trender
ERP
Historian
Analyzer
OPC UA
OPC Server
OPC Server
OPC Server
OPC Server
OPC Server
OPC Server
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Tomorrow Infrastructure
Step 3
IIoT HUB
AMQP / MQTT + OPC UA
IIoT
Gateway
OPC UA
Phased Migration
OPC UA
Wrapper
Legacy Infrastructure
footprint.
OPC Server
New Infrastructure
OPC UA Device
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