Connectivity software upgrade for IIoT solutions

Kepware's KEPServerEX Version 6.1 connectivity software is designed to strengthen the industrial connectivity platform's core server functionalities for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions.

By Kepware April 24, 2017

Kepware’s KEPServerEX Version 6.1 connectivity software is designed to strengthen the industrial connectivity platform’s core server functionalities that support operational intelligence and the rapid development and deployment of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions. Key updates include an enhanced OPC UA Client driver, expanded Configuration API capabilities, and new connectivity mapping features. Version 6.1 includes the following updates:

  • OPC UA Client driver updates: Customers now have full access to controllers with embedded OPC UA Servers. Updates to the OPC UA Client driver include support for OPC UA Nano profile servers as well as complex data types.
  • Configuration API updates: Customers using the Configuration API to remotely create, read, update, and delete (CRUD) configuration objects in KEPServerEX can now perform these actions on the IoT Gateway advanced plug-in. The Configuration API has also been enhanced to support access to Event Log messages without the KEPServerEX configuration client.
  • Enhanced KEPServerEX integration with the ThingWorx Industrial IoT Platform: Enables customers with smart, connected manufacturing applications or products that leverage industrial controllers to map tags within KEPServerEX to properties on devices connected to ThingWorx.

In addition, the KEPServerEX V6.1 release introduces the new CODESYS Ethernet driver for connectivity to devices running CODESYS V2.3. It also features enhancements to 34 key drivers and advanced plug-ins.


Author Bio: Kepware provides a portfolio of software solutions to help businesses connect diverse automation devices and software applications and enable the Industrial Internet of Things. From plant floor to wellsite to windfarm, Kepware serves a wide range of customers in a variety of vertical markets including Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Building Automation, Power & Utilities, and more. Established in 1995 and now distributed in more than 100 countries, Kepware's software solutions help thousands of businesses improve operations and decision making. Kepware’s flagship product, KEPServerEX® is the industry’s leading communications platform that leverages OPC and IT-centric communication protocols to provide a single source of industrial automation data to all of your applications. The platform design allows users to connect, manage, monitor, and control diverse automation devices and software applications through one intuitive user interface. Visit Kepware online to learn more and download free, full-functioning demonstration software.