Eliminating Data Loss: A Next-Generation Solution for OPC UA Historical Access with DeviceXPlorer OPC Server and GENESIS64

DeviceXPlorer OPC Server and GENESIS64: Powering Real-Time Visibility and Analysis in the Factory

As digital transformation accelerates across manufacturing and infrastructure sectors, real-time data collection, visualization, and analysis have become essential. GENESIS64, a leading HMI/SCADA solution from Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Digital Solutions, Inc. (MEIDS), plays a central role in this transformation. When paired with the OPC UA-compatible server software, DeviceXPlorer OPC Server, it enables seamless access to production data, helping operators optimize operations, detect issues early, and improve production efficiency.

However, even robust systems like these can face a critical challenge.

The Hidden Risk: Data Loss During Communication Interruptions

In typical configurations, GENESIS64 communicates directly with DeviceXPlorer OPC Server to retrieve real-time data. But what happens when that communication link is disrupted? The answer is clear: data loss issues arise. Any data generated during the downtime may be permanently lost, creating blind spots in operational history and analysis.

Fortunately, there’s a powerful solution: OPC UA Historical Access.

Figure 1: A system diagram showing data flow between DeviceXPlorer OPC Server and GENESIS64.

No More Data Loss: Leveraging OPC UA Historical Access

By enabling the OPC UA Historical Access server feature in DeviceXPlorer OPC Server, historical data can be stored locally and accessed later - even if real-time communication between GENESIS and DeviceXPlorer OPC Server is temporarily unavailable. Using the MergeWorX capabilities in GENESIS64, users can configure access to historical data with ease.

For environments using Hyper Historian, which primarily handles real-time data, the MergeWorX function can be utilized to extract and store missing data segments from the historical archive, ensuring a complete and accurate dataset.

Figure 2: Historical data can be reintegrated in GENESIS64 by using the MergeWorX function.

Conclusion: A Strong Candidate for IoT Adoption

The integration of GENESIS64 with an OPC UA Historical Access server - DeviceXPlorer OPC Server - represents a significant advancement toward zero data loss in industrial environments. As IoT computing continues to evolve, this solution can be scaled to eliminate data loss across increasingly large systems, unlocking greater reliability and flexibility. This innovative approach is particularly relevant for users in the manufacturing industry, showcasing how OPC UA standards continue to drive real-world value in digital transformation.

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