Softing Industrial‘s Secure Integration Server (SIS) has recently been updated to include support for the MQTT protocol, a development that enhances connectivity and security for integrating data in IT/OT cloud applications.
Softing facilitates the integration of diverse automation elements, bridging the gap between shop floor operations and cloud-based control and analytics. Their innovative products are instrumental in monitoring and diagnosing communication networks, ensuring seamless data transmission. This capability forms the foundation for enhancing production processes, enabling greater efficiency and optimization.
Softing Industrial’s Secure Integration Server (SIS) presents a well-organized approach to managing intricate server architectures. It unifies multiple OPC UA servers found at the automation layer along with their respective address spaces. This integration facilitates a standardized alignment of these address spaces in accordance with the OPC UA Companion Specification.
Subsequently, the data made available in this manner can be accessed by IoT cloud applications through a standardized OPC UA interface. The most recent iteration of SIS, version 1.30, introduces integration with the MQTT protocol (versions 3 and 5), enhancing data integration with heightened security and flexibility.
In the realm of communication technology, several notable advantages stand out. One such benefit is the MQTT Publisher & Subscriber feature, which facilitates bi-directional data traffic, enhancing the efficiency of communication. Additionally, the MQTT Authentication Settings play a crucial role in ensuring security and identification between clients and brokers.
This is achieved through the implementation of various authentication methods, including anonymous, username, or certificates. Another significant advantage is the MQTT Store & Forward Function, which serves to protect against data loss, ensuring the integrity and reliability of transmitted information.
The system’s various Publishing Modes and the inclusion of “Dynamic Payload” contribute to its high flexibility, accommodating a wide range of data requirements and ensuring adaptability to diverse communication needs. Moreover, the capability to support up to 25 MQTT Connections not only ensures seamless communication but also provides a scalable solution that can grow alongside the needs of the user.
Andreas Röck, the Product Manager, has expressed enthusiasm for the integration of the MQTT protocol into their Secure Integration Server. This integration, he emphasized, underscores their dedication to providing cutting-edge solutions in industrial data integration. He highlighted the benefits of the enhanced security and connectivity features, noting that they will create new opportunities to achieve efficient and dependable data transmission.
