Posts by author Deane Horn en https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/author/deane-horn.author.rss Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:52:30 +0200 https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/phoenix-digital-olc-and-ocp-redundant-fiber-ethernet-switches-are-now-obsolete.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/phoenix-digital-olc-and-ocp-redundant-fiber-ethernet-switches-are-now-obsolete.html#commentsMon, 24 Jun 2024 13:22:48 +0200Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/phoenix-digital-olc-and-ocp-redundant-fiber-ethernet-switches-are-now-obsolete.htmlIf you need to replace your Phoenix Digital in-chassis redundant fiber communications modules — either the OLC for SLC-500 PLCs or the OCP for CompactLogix PLCs — you may be interested in the OCX or OCR modules. Because both the OLC and OCP are now obsolete, Softing now offers the Phoenix Digital OCX and OCR as viable drop-in replacements. Read our blog post for a quick overview of these network modules. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/accelerating-digital-transformation-with-easy-opc-ua-implementation.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/accelerating-digital-transformation-with-easy-opc-ua-implementation.html#commentsThu, 18 Apr 2024 15:04:15 +0200Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/accelerating-digital-transformation-with-easy-opc-ua-implementation.htmlIn our digital transformation blog post series, we explore the central role of OPC UA for the seamless integration of information technologies (IT) and operational technologies (OT). Let's take a closer look at why OPC UA is important for digital transformation and which key technologies use this powerful standard for seamless data exchange. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/containerized-software-packages-simplify-machine-connectivity-for-legacy-machines.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/containerized-software-packages-simplify-machine-connectivity-for-legacy-machines.html#commentsTue, 13 Feb 2024 10:45:08 +0100Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/containerized-software-packages-simplify-machine-connectivity-for-legacy-machines.htmlLearn how containerized software packages improve the connectivity of legacy machines in manufacturing facilities. Find out about the advantages of integrating IT and OT technologies using Docker containers, and discover how Softing's edgeConnector and edgeAggregator simplify OPC UA server integration. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/get-to-know-datafeed-opc-suite-and-elevate-your-business-with-convenient-it/ot-integration.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/get-to-know-datafeed-opc-suite-and-elevate-your-business-with-convenient-it/ot-integration.html#commentsTue, 12 Dec 2023 11:44:46 +0100Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/get-to-know-datafeed-opc-suite-and-elevate-your-business-with-convenient-it/ot-integration.htmldataFEED OPC Suite enables you to conveniently and easily extract and consolidate your process data for use in modern Industry 4.0 solutions. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/exploring-the-foundation-of-your-digital-transformation-journey.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/exploring-the-foundation-of-your-digital-transformation-journey.html#commentsWed, 15 Nov 2023 11:12:42 +0100Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/exploring-the-foundation-of-your-digital-transformation-journey.htmlDigital transformation requires businesses to merge information technology (IT) and operations technology (OT). Rethinking their relationship and their supporting technologies can go a long way toward helping businesses meet their goals. Our new blog post series explores the enabling technologies behind the digital transformation phenomenon. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/new-datafeed-opc-suite-extended-update-adds-xml-data-integration.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/new-datafeed-opc-suite-extended-update-adds-xml-data-integration.html#commentsThu, 25 May 2023 13:13:28 +0200Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/new-datafeed-opc-suite-extended-update-adds-xml-data-integration.htmlThe new "File Read" function of dataFEED OPC Suite Extended V5.25 enables access to process data available via XML files. File Read allows process values from XML files to be integrated quickly and securely into production control applications such as MES or OEE via the standard OPC Classic or OPC UA interfaces. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/unlocking-cnc-connectivity-with-softing-edgeplug-software.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/unlocking-cnc-connectivity-with-softing-edgeplug-software.html#commentsThu, 16 Mar 2023 10:50:14 +0100Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/unlocking-cnc-connectivity-with-softing-edgeplug-software.htmlManufacturers running CNC machines with SINUMERIK 840D controls face the challenge of extracting performance and process data from the shop floor for analysis. This data is essential for optimizing operations via powerful business applications and has been inaccessible until now. The remedy is a versatile software solution that is scalable, cost-effective and easy to use, allowing manufacturers to extract data from their CNC controls while having the freedom to connect to higher-value applications. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/stop-ripping-and-replacing-old-fiber-look-at-softing-fiber-ethernet-networking-solutions.htmlWed, 16 Nov 2022 11:41:35 +0100Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/stop-ripping-and-replacing-old-fiber-look-at-softing-fiber-ethernet-networking-solutions.htmlPhoenix Digital redundant fiber Ethernet networking modules from Softing are compatible with legacy fiber, and they can prevent legacy fiber and remote I/O replacements. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/datafeed-and-successful-it/ot-integration-for-the-iiot.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/datafeed-and-successful-it/ot-integration-for-the-iiot.html#commentsThu, 20 Oct 2022 13:15:53 +0200Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/datafeed-and-successful-it/ot-integration-for-the-iiot.htmlWhen it comes to starting, operating and expanding Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions, information technology (IT) architectures play a key role. For example, leveraging IT tools like innovative algorithms can help you increase your production efficiency. At the same time, you may be facing some architecture-related challenges, such as plant- and enterprise-wide deployment migrations, cloud connectivity, database integration, programmable logic controller (PLC) connectivity, security and ongoing maintenance. While these challenges are typical, until recently it was impossible to build a future-proof, enterprise-wide IT architecture that makes ongoing maintenance possible. PLCs can take decades to upgrade, while the pace at which IT architectures change is dizzying by comparison. https://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/successfully-bridging-ot-and-it-with-tmanager.htmlhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/successfully-bridging-ot-and-it-with-tmanager.html#commentsWed, 12 Oct 2022 12:06:36 +0200Deane Hornhttps://industrial.softing.com/us/news/blog/successfully-bridging-ot-and-it-with-tmanager.htmlUsing tManager, a connectivity module for Rockwell Automation Controllers, two of our customers recently met their clients’ project goals of total systems integration. Here’s how they did it.