MatrikonOPC Konnections - April 2008:

MatrikonOPC
Unleash Your Honeywell TPS Data Now!

Sean Leonard
Note from the VP OPC
Sean Leonard P.Eng(Alberta) "Over the years we have had a strong relationship with integration companies. The biggest challenge for an integration company (besides finding the next project) is to ensure the projects that have been won can be executed profitably. Many integration firms look to MatrikonOPC for simple solutions to complex technical problems. In today’s evolving technology world, it is impossible to be an expert on all things. To be profitable in a highly competitive market you need to know where the experts you can trust are. For industrial data connectivity, integrators trust the OPC experts at MatrikonOPC for free architectural design consulting.
Our commitment is to provide the integrators access to experienced OPC Architects and products that work, right out of the box." Learn more about MatrikonOPC Integrator Program



Download the whitepaper
Given the vast number of proprietary and open protocols for anything capable of generating output or accepting input, it’s no surprise that the idea of true Enterprise connective has been nothing more than fantasy. Yet, as the concept of open-communications continue to evlolve; enterprise wide communications are quickly moving from fiction to fact.



Download MatrikonOPC Server for BACnetOPC took the process control industry by storm when it delivered on its promise of vendor-independent communications among applications and devices. Now, with the release of the MatrikonOPC Server for BACnet it is equally possible to work with all your building control information from any OPC enabled client. Easy to configure and use, this server makes it a snap to access and work with your building control data. Download Now ...

Check out the complete list of OPC Servers for building automation at the MatrikonOPC Building Automation Suite webpage

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Register for the Webcast
When it comes to Automation Integration; OPC can greatly simplify setting up communication between devices, applications, and controllers. However, OPC typically represents only a fraction of the tasks busy integrators must address to complete projects on time and on budget. Attend this webcast to learn how taking advantage of the MatrikonOPC Integrator Program (IP) will save you time, effort, and money when working with OPC. Sign up now!

Think you have a good idea for an OPC web cast? We’re interested and others may too; send your web cast ideas to opcexperts@matrikonopc.com today!



Eric Murphy
Digital Bond has recently posted an informative podcast that discusses control system security with a couple of industry texpers. One of the topics is the Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-008, vendor reactions and discussions on how these things should be handled. As it turned out the MS08-008 vulnerability wasn’t that big a concern since it required user intervention to exploit, was easily fixed and didn’t directly affect that many products. However there are some good questions…



OPC Foundation Charter Member
The OPC Foundation and its sponsoring members will host a Training Seminar in Pittsburgh, PA on April 17. This Seminar is designed to cover the fundamentals of OPC including Servers, Clients, OPC Data Access, OPC Unified Architecture, Best Practices and Compliance. MatrikonOPC will be there and we look forward to seeing you there too.



OPCSI CertificationAutomation professionals are frequently faced with a variety of connectivity challenges. Work with industry peers and OPC experts to learn how to take full advantage of OPC technology.

Get the skills to position yourself as an expert in your field by learning the secrets of OPC Technology directly from the World’s Largest OPC Developer.

Level 1 & 2 - OPC Integration and Diagnostics
USA Atlanta, GA, United States
April 21 - 22, 2008

OPC Level 3 - OPC Application Programming
USA Atlanta, GA, United States
April 23, 2008

Level 1 & 2 - OPC Integration and Diagnostics
Canada Edmonton, AB, Canada
April 28 - 29, 2008

OPC Level 3 - OPC Application Programming
Canada Edmonton, AB, Canada
April 30, 2008


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