- November 29, 2006
- Kepware
RELEASE: Portland, ME November 29, 2006 -- Portland, Maine; Kepware Technologies announces the latest release of their KEPServerEX OPC server suite which includes updates to the GE Ethernet driver to support GE PACSystems RX3i and RX7i controllers, with support for Symbolic Variables.Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs) are powerful hybrid controllers which combine the custom code features of PC-based control systems, a standardized interface, and more control features than a typical PLC. Traditional memory areas of the PAC devices can be accessed with standard reference variables. A reference variable is mapped to a specific I/O or internal register location in the controller. Complete access to PAC memory (and custom programs) requires the support of Symbolic Variable memory. Symbolic Variables are not mapped to a specific register; instead the controller allocates memory for Symbolic Variables as needed from its managed memory area. Now with the GE Ethernet driver for KEPServerEX there's the ability to read and write Symbolic Variables to and from the controller. In addition, to optimize performance the Kepware driver reads blocks and performs multi-item writes to Symbolic Variable memory.For customers who've standardized on KEPServerEX, the single OPC server with plug-in device driver architecture means they can seamlessly incorporate full GE PACSystems connectivity into their existing KEPServerEX applications. Additionally, existing customers who own a license for the GE driver suite in KEPServerEX will have free access to PACSystem support simply by installing the latest release. According to Kepware's President Mark Hensley, "As with all Kepware software products we've spent an extensive amount of time developing and thoroughly testing this updated GE Ethernet driver. We expect that it will be well received by automation users who need high performance communications for GE PACSystems controllers. Please visit our website to download a free demo of this product."ABOUT KEPWARE: Kepware specializes in OPC and device communication technologies for the industrial automation market. Kepware's genuine OPC software products are known worldwide for quality, reliability, and ease of use - making Kepware the best choice for your industrial connectivity needs. Kepware's responsiveness to customer needs and strong partnerships with other leading automation suppliers, insure that your next application will be a success. Ask around and you'll hear why automation professionals everywhere consider Kepware Technologies, Automation's Best Friend!
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