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Emergence of OPC UA
The OPC Unified Architecture (UA), released
in 2008, has come into its own in 2016 as
the overwhelming technology solution for
connectivity from the sensor to the cloud.
By creating a platform independent, serviceoriented architecture that integrates all the
functionality of the individual OPC Classic
specifications into one extensible framework,
OPC UA is functionally equivalent to OPC
Classic but capable of doing much more.
Early in 2016, a series of announcements at
the Hannover Fair underlined the reasons
why OPC UA has come so far so fast. As a
way to connect OT and IT interests, it offers
platform independence (from embedded
microcontrollers to the cloud), built-in
security features (encryption, authentication
and auditing) and extensibility (ability to
continue to add new features).
Throughout the rest of 2016, there has been
a series of announcements for companion
specifications and working agreements aimed
at technology collaboration and the next
level of refinements that will create stronger
industrial automation and IoT solutions.
The latest of these was at the AUTOMATICA
trade fair where VDMA Machine Vision
(an association of 3,100 machine vision
members) and the OPC Foundation signed
a Memorandum of Understanding on the
preparation of an OPC UA Machine Vision
Companion Specification. The resolution was
preceded by an international study under the
lead of VDMA Machine Vision last summer. It
was aimed at showing which standards are
important to prepare the sector for the future.
We want to make machine vision fit for
Industry 4.0 and for the factory of the future.
We are aiming at straightforward integration
of machine vision systems into production
control and IT systems via OPC Unified
Architecture, said Dr. Klaus-Henning Noffz,
CEO of Silicon Software and in charge of
standardization issues at the Board of VDMA
Machine Vision.
Camera interfaces and standards for
communication and networking of various
machine vision components within the system
are already there, tremendously facilitating
the work of systems integrators. What is
missing is a generic interface for machine
vision systems at user level, added Dr. Horst
Heinol-Heikkinen, Managing Director of
ASENTICS and a VDMA board member.
The fact is that OPC UA has become, or
certainly is in the process of becoming, the
industrial operability standard for information
integration both at the device level and within
the enterprise. It also looks to be one of the
enabling technologies that will be required for
the Industrial Internet of Things and Industrie
4.0 to reach their lofty goals.
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Industry news
SOURCE: ABB
Wireless communications system to provide enhanced site security for Pen y Cymoedd onshore wind farm. It
will be the highest capacity onshore wind farm in England and Wales, delivering up to 228 megawatts.
Around the perimeter fences of both substation sites, pole-mounted CCTV cameras will be connected into a highly
resilient wireless mesh network using wireless routers. Both sites will be linked by optical fiber and connected to a
control station with a network video recorder to provide recording and monitoring.
OPC-UA client
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Underground rescue
In transporting digital data from the field level into a cloud, existing security mechanisms must be applied intelligently.
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Applications
Holistic security requires adherence to three basic principles. Defense-in-depth stacks or layers security
solutions. The minimum need-to-know principle assigns users and processes only the maximum permissible
rights, while redundancy ensures that failure of components does not interfere with safety functions.
Encryption of sensitive data (SSL/TLS) during storage and transmission is a prerequisite for effective networking (segmentation/firewall/VPN). But a secure standard configuration
along with user authentication and allocation of user roles are also requirements that typically need to be reviewed regularly in audits.
Growing requirements
Holistic security
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Technology
Applications
Adequate solutions
In transporting digital data from the field level into a cloud, existing security mechanisms must be applied intelligently.
To avert damages that could hurt the company and also gain competitive advantages, it is essential that data is
exchanged and stored securely at all times.
Rethinking-Security
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and delivers to servers
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Object-Oriented
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As the scale of Oil and Gas operations continue to expand, managing and extrapolating meaningful relationships from
process will only become more and more complex.
Service-oriented solution
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Applications
Compliance tools
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A new IEEE standard allows high priority frames to interrupt low priority frames in transmission, and
minimizes the latency of high priority traffic. For industrial control systems, it also can further enable the
convergence of multiple networks that use differing technologies into a single Ethernet and IP infrastructure.
Traffic generator creates priority and best-effort traffic. Switch A to Switch B sends preemptable traffic. A traffic
sniffer is used to validate preemption correctness. The traffic analyser measures overall traffic latency.
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802.3 Ethernet with Preemption disabled (left). 802.3br Ethernet with Preemption enabled (right).
Evaluate validate preempted traffic format. Compare express and preempted traffic latency and jitter.
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Technology
SOURCE: SIEMENS
Technologies
To achieve a complete integration of the IT and automation infrastructures, from sensors to the cloud, the
OPC UA unified architecture is a vital technology. The goal is end-to-end engineering that unites product
design and production engineering, and creates a new level of performance for flexible automation systems.
Flexible
Automation
End-to-End
Engineering
Semantic
Integration of Data
Processes
Digital Infrastructure
R&D
Inbound
Logistics
Engineering
Production
Sales /
Outbound
Logistics
Services
The essential technology areas of the digital factory require a common digital infrastructure.
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SOURCE: SIEMENS
Technology
Different aggregation levels and a factory backbone in a ring structure form the Industrial Network Topology.
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With the CP 443-1 module, Siemens supports the OPC UA architecture for Simatic S7 400 automation system.
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Technology
Applications
Proof of practicality
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According to findings by TE, only a fraction of the information available in machines is also actually available for
analysis. On average, only five percent of available sensor data is processed in the controllers.
Comprehensive analyses
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Recognizing the need for connectivity, data access and scalability, automotive parts supplier HIROTEC
developed a six week sprint strategy to capitalize on connectivity benefits and turned to an IoT platform to
enable company-wide, device-to-cloud connectivity through one overarching toolset.
HIROTEC AMERICA is part of the HIROTEC
Group Companies, and globally recognized
as a Tier-1 parts and tooling supplier for the
automotive industry. The parts and tooling
supplier designs and builds roughly 7 million
doors and 1.5 million exhaust systems a
year, making it one of the largest private
production companies in todays global
automotive market.
The Challenge
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Instead of integrating multiple solutions across business functions, HIROTEC turned to KEPServerEX and the
ThingWorx IoT Platform solutions to enable company-wide device-to-cloud connectivity using one toolset.
The Approach
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HIROTEC is planning to expand its IoT efforts to include every aspect of its business from operations and IT to
financial forecasting, customer relations, and sales.
The Results
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Technology
Exploring fundamentals of
automation network efficiency
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Cycle 1
Cycle 2
Cycle 3
Cycle 4
Cycle 5
Cycle 6
Cycle 7
A random cycle error impacts the individual frame in six out of seven cases.
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Efficient network design can reduce bandwidth usage leading to lower error frequency, and enable fast
forwarding of frames to avoid transmission disturbance. The reliability of EtherCAT systems can be influenced
by lower protocol complexity, as well as the reduced frame traffic on the communication connections.
Unlock new
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Conclusion
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A containers and microservices cloud architecture offers a standardized set of services that support
applications running inside the container, along with a connection to the cloud host environment. This
potentially offers a powerful secure platform for connecting industrial data to high-value cloud services.
Using a layered approach to security, a PCs operating system VPN minimizes the need for userinstalled software. HTTPS is deployed for all communication, requiring a certificate and one-time use
keys to authenticate the gateways, to implement a system that runs on Amazon Web Services.
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complex host to run the program and the computer operating system.
As more computing functions are moved to cloud hosted systems,
this paradigm is no longer the ideal way to develop computer programs.
Many applications have been ported to the cloud simply by running
a virtual machine with a specific operating system, and installing an
existing PC- or server-based program to that virtual machine. This is a
very inefficient approach since many aspects of the operating system
are not needed by the program. Further, since all of the functions of
the program are interdependent, a failure in any part of the program
can crash the entire service.
Booting up a new VM with the service can take minutes. Reliability
is improved by adding failover servers, which are entire copies of the
virtual machine running side by side.
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Technology
Perhaps the most exciting aspect of this technology and its modular
architecture is the promise of things to come. The Industrial Internet
of Things (IIoT) is a hot topic these days, and for good reason. As
new technologies develop to help manufacturers cut costs, improve
productivity, and deliver products faster, users will have a powerful
secure platform to connect industrial data to high-value cloud services.
Keith Blodorn is the director of ProSoft Technologys Wireless Program.
Architectural benefits
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Applications
SOURCE: MOXA
Some costs are often overlooked, and best practices can lower the total cost of ownership (TCO) for
industrial control networks. After purchasing a switch, factors to consider throughout the product life cycle
include installation, configuration, operations, maintenance, downtime, and ongoing technical support.
Different costs incurred within the project life cycle including acquisition, operational and support costs need to be aggregated to create a total cost of ownership.
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Technology
Multi-protocol Ethernet communications capabilities make it easier to integrate PLCs with SCADA systems.
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Technology
Technology
Batch configuration is one of the most effective ways to reduce configuration costs. Since the number of networked
devices keeps increasing, both time and money can be saved by using mass configuration, instead of configuring
individual devices one by one.
Conclusion
A tool that can play back events to help quickly narrow down the possible cause of the network problem.
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Technological challenges
Software and Hardware
In our survey, 61% of our respondents said
software is the greatest pain point, while
21% said hardware, and 18% cited other
issues. The main issues cited were software
compatibility, limited selection, complexity,
training, and support.
Unfortunately, many traditional HMI/
SCADA software solutions still operate on a
very limited number of operating systems and
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As the times change, control system integration is becoming more vital to industrial organizations looking
to successfully navigate the turbulent seas of new and ever-evolving disruptive technologies. A new survey
looks at the current challenges and future of industrial controls integration and automation networking.
Logistical challenges
Customers and project requirements
In the survey, 38% of the participants
indicated that their top challenge is
working with customers and defining project
requirements. Some customers know exactly
what they want, while other customers know
that they need a solution but dont know
where to start. When the customer does not
have a concrete direction for their project, it
is almost impossible for the integrator to be
successful.
To avoid this, the integrator should make
every effort at the beginning of a project to
work with the customer to clearly establish the
end goal. Without this information, its very
likely that the ensuing project will result in
lost revenue and increased frustration.
Budgets
In the survey, 21% of respondents indicated
that budgets can affect their ability to
complete or even start a project. Many HMI/
SCADA software vendors charge for every
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Timeframes
All integrators have experienced the dreaded
scenario of unrealistic deadlines. In the survey,
17% of participants said that time-related
issues are the most serious challenge. Several
issues can seriously impact an integrators
ability to meet a deadline. These include issues
such as defining project requirements, working
with proprietary and complex software, and
finding enough engineers with specific skills
to complete a project.
One thing integrators can do to meet strict
deadlines more efficiently is to choose a
software package equipped with tools for rapid
project development. This gives integrators
Technology
Applications
Technology
The scope of Industry 4.0 applications spans from transportation and smart buildings to complex factory automation.
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Applications
SOURCE: BELDEN
For machines to be ready to go global, theres no one-size-fits-all solution but there are benefits of choosing
components that meet multiple industry network protocols. Understanding end project goals, available I/O
technology and deciphering which specific features are needed are key to achieving business objectives.
involved in this process, the machine builder
had a secondary goal to simplify their supply
chain and manage a smaller mix of suppliers.
Sourcing and stocking lots of product types
from different I/O modules and programmable
logic controllers (PLCs), to varying connectors
(4-pole vs. 5-pole) took up valuable time
and storage space, and strained the budget.
The team therefore needed to source and use
products that offered variety and flexibility so
they could do more with less.
To ship machines globally, one customer may need PROFINET components while another might require EtherNet/IP.
Multiprotocol I/O provides a way to meet both needs, since machine builders can change out each input/output (I/O)
module, and in some cases the connectors, to meet varying country-specific requirements.
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Applications
Customer A
Customer B
Customer C
PN PLC
PLC Supplier A
Machine
EIP PLC
I/0 PN
I/0 EIP
I/0 ECAT
ECAT PLC
PLC Supplier B
PLC Supplier C
PN = PROFINET
EIP = EtherNet/IP
ECAT = EtherCAT
I/0 Supplier A
I/0 Supplier B
I/0 Supplier C
Customer A
Customer B
Customer C
PN PLC
PLC Supplier A
Machine
EIP PLC
PLC Supplier B
PLC Supplier C
PN = PROFINET
EIP = EtherNet/IP
ECAT = EtherCAT
A multiprotocol solution can benefit machine builders and end customers by simplifying supplier orders. Fewer
orders overall and fewer product ID numbers are needed to track purchasing and procurement. Reducing storage
space means less device types to stock, less storage space for spare parts needed. Simplifying machine design,
installation and maintenance creates fewer parts to train on, easier module replacements, less downtime, greater
overall efficiency and cost savings.
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Technology
The Panel PC handles also handles all robot-to-robot interference detection and OEE (Overall Equipment
Effectiveness) tracking, while managing overall fault detection and annunciation by acting as the HMI for the
machine, and integrating all safety aspects of the machinery.
Robots play the main role in the highly automated assembly of BIW components. They weld the individual stampings and sub-assemblies to form the body.
PC-based controls
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Applications
Technology
The assembly cell is controlled from a Beckhoff CP6202 Panel PC with 15-inch screen.
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Technology
SOURCE: OMRON
Ways of access
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SOURCE: OMRON
Technology
Security
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Technology
At left is the machine builders office (VPN server). On the right is the machine network installed in a factory at a
distant location (VPN client). The office network is connected via the VPN tunnel for instant access to the machine.
Connection technology
Wireless
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VPN technology
Summary
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Technology
Applications
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SOURCE: OPTO 22
The open-source Node-RED development environment is a tool for digitally wiring hardware devices, API
and online services in new and interesting ways. It offers engineers an easy way to connect edge computing
systems to cloud services such as Amazon Web Services IoT, IBM Watson IoT and Microsoft Azure.
VPN establishes a connection between two sites, secured by username/password. Data transfer is encrypted.
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CAN-to-Ethernet gateway
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Product News
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Gateway bridge
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Product
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OPC UA has the advantage of being platformindependent, and it ensures the seamless flow
of information among devices from multiple
vendors. From sensors to cloud, OPC UA is fully
scalable, object oriented and allows use of
structures or models which makes managing
maintenance tasks much easier.
The OPC UA server is particularly valuable when
users need to share key values and parameters
related to equipment on the factory floor. The
system offers quick configuration and operates
completely independent from the PLC.
As of firmware version 11.2, the Flexy features
an OPC UA server that allows easy access to tags
through an OPC UA Client. The OPC UA server
supports DA layer of OPC UA making easy to
configure tags to be published on the OPC server.
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POWERLINK integration
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