Sales and Development Approach to MES & OEE

MES projects involve challenges quite different than standard SCADA systems. This is especially true with installations involving OEE. Understanding and adapting to these factors can help secure work, satisfy clients, and mitigate risks. Jason Coope and David Reed of Trimax Systems will share their experiences and best management practices for delivering MES solutions from first contact to final rollout.

Integrator Sales Tips: Marketing Ignition

Ignition is different than any other SCADA software on the market; in this session, you'll get tips on how to highlight the unique features of Ignition to make it more effective.

Developing with the Ignition Module SDK

The learning curve for the Module SDK is steep, even for experienced programmers who are otherwise new to Java. Flatten the curve with a discussion of serialization, Client-to-Gateway RPC, component subclassing, the Java/Jython interface, trial enforcement, and more.

Rapid Deployment Techniques for Multi-Site Installations

In this session you’ll learn rapid deployment techniques to get your applications to the people who need them, even across multi-site Ignition installations. Learn how to use externally hosted parametrization to get an application uploaded, configured, and running in about 10 seconds. Also, learn to get a new application installed to 10-plus servers in about a minute.

Bullseye: Real-Time Information Helps Manufacturing Stay On-Target

Firebrand Awards Ceremony (2015)

The conference concludes with the presentation of the 2015 Ignition Firebrand Awards, which honor the teams behind the most successful and innovative projects showcased in the Discovery Gallery.

Refining and Chemicals Control System of the Future

In 2003, the ARC Advisory Group estimated that $65 billion worth of industrial control systems was nearing the end of its expected life. Motivated by this need, ExxonMobil has identified a set of functional characteristics of a next-generation industrial control system that improves manufacturing facility profitability and helps maintain competitiveness well into the 21st century.

Ignition Testing Strategies

You’ve finished that great Ignition application; now how do you test it? This session demonstrates some simple testing tools and then addresses issues involved in creating a comprehensive test framework. Topics include: use of PyUnit, constructing a simple data pump, creating an isolated test environment, the human interface and more. A final test demonstration targets sequential function charts.

Managing Tag Sets and History Data: An Evolving Process

Migrating tags, historical data and screens from an older SCADA solution to Ignition doesn’t have to be overly expensive or difficult. Learn the best migration strategies to retain the value of the old system while adding the incredible development power and flexibility of Ignition.

Optimizing Food Manufacturing Operations with Real-Time Data

Without real-time data, operating a production line is a lot like driving blindfolded. You think you’re headed in the right direction but you're forced to trust your experience and instincts. Wouldn’t it be better to take the blindfold off, enjoy a smooth ride, and stay on target? Real-time data removes the blindfold, providing continuous viewing and alerting. Learn how Ignition helps you stay on target by driving rapid decisions, adjustments, and corrective actions.