Monday, March 29, 2010
Integration Objects releases robust OPC tunneling solution for secure real-time, historical and alarms & events data access
March 29, 2010 – The need to securely transfer and access data has never been more prominent and while OPC is the top communication standard for accessing data remotely, having to configure Microsoft DCOM when the OPC client and server applications are installed on two separate machines can cause frustrating security and configuration headaches.
Because of the issues involved with DCOM, such data transfers can be difficult to configure, can encounter errors when network communication is interrupted and can cause security gaps. Regardless of these concerns, however, such configurations are vital - linking business enterprise systems with production systems increases the visibility of the manufacturing supply chain and creates a more agile business environment.
In an effort to provide companies with solutions to their communication configuration obstacles, Integration Objects has released an upgraded version of their OPCNet Broker™ OPC tunneling solution.
OPCNet Broker™ DA HDA AE for industrial network security and connectivity ensures fast, reliable and secure OPC remote communication by bypassing DCOM bottlenecks and by tunneling data through multiple firewalls and domains. It enables networked computers to access OPC real-time, historical and alarms and events data.
With the upgraded version of OPCNet Broker, DA, HDA and AE data can be connected across different domains while only opening a limited number of ports within your firewalls so that security holes are minimized. It secures the sequence of events through several networks and ensures the security of data transmission by using encryption/decryption and by requiring user authentication to avoid unauthorized access.
With the help of Integration Objects' data tunneling solutions, companies can now securely solve communication configuration problems with maximized security, little effort and no DCOM headaches.
To learn more about Integration Objects' OPCNet Broker DA HDA AE and to download a free demo, please visit: http://www.integ-objects.com/opcgateways.php.
About Integration Objects
Integration Objects has proven experience in automation and plant process management, connectivity solutions and knowledge management. They provide innovative and sophisticated solutions for manufacturers primarily in the oil and gas, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, steel and chemical industries. ISO 9001:2008 certified and an active member of the OPC Foundation and MIMOSA, Integration Objects is dedicated to quality, incorporating industry standards and enabling interoperability through its solutions. They provide support for their customers across the globe through their offices located in strategic time zones.
Visit Integration Objects at: www.integrationobjects.com
For further information, please contact Integration Objects’ Customer Service by e-mail at sales@integ-objects.com or by phone at +39 347 583 9347.
Integration Objects is a world-leading systems integrator and solutions provider for automation, plant performance management, decision support, knowledge management, and system connectivity for the process, power, and utilities industries around the globe.
We offer highly scalable and reliable solutions that allow real-time data collection from multiple plant systems and various enterprise networks. This enables companies to turn data, information, and knowledge into operational intelligence, thereby optimizing their business and manufacturing processes.
Our solutions maximize plant safety, increase asset availability, and improve resource allocation by proactively indentifying and diagnosing abnormal conditions and process issues before they impact production. Furthermore, using automated root cause analysis, operators can be swiftly guided towards better resolution decisions and focus on key issues.
Still, our advanced software products are only part of our business; the other half rests in our industry insight and tailored consulting services. With a wide range of international experience in over 30 countries, Integration Objects’ team of engineers and domain experts is ready to help you improve your operations no matter where you are located or what your needs are, and always with the utmost professionalism and respect. Because our success is defined by our clients’ successes, Integration Objects’ top priority is to help you create integral links between your business and operational objectives and ultimately reach operations excellence.
As an active member of the OPC Foundation, MIMOSA, and ISA, we are dedicated to providing products and services that incorporate industry standards and enable interoperability between different applications, systems, and vendors. Our quality and management standards are reflected in our status as an ISO 9001:2008 certified company.