It is possible to Users can simplify the creation of communication Nodes and Point Addresses with nodes and point addresses through various methods for automatic data configuration import. Users can copy and paste This includes copying and pasting tables from Excel, import importing data from CSV files, and employ various using Import Wizards for diverse data sources.
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Importing methods
When creating the communication nodes and point addresses, it there is unnecessary no need to retype those addresses if they are already defined in some other another data source. Currently, Tatsoft supports the following several methods to import remote data configuration automatically:
- Copy and Paste from Excel: You can copy and paste the contents of a table from Excel. The tables can have different columns or order orders if you include the column 's TITLE titles in the copy-and-paste operations. The The system will put place the data in the expected columns, even if the order differs in between the source and target tables.
- Import from CSV Files: You can import the data from CSV files.
- Import from L5k Definition Files: For Rockwell ControlLogix devices, you can import from L5k definition files.
- You can use Import Wizards: Use various Import Wizards from for many data sources.
- For FactoryStudio Version for OSIsoft® PI database, there Database: There is a FactoryStudio version to share definitions with the OSIsoft® PI database.
- Programming API: A programming API can populate the tables from code, even during runtime execution when necessary.
If your PLC or Field Device field device has an open file database with the available addresses, and you would like to have a tied integration with that configuration and addresseswant a tightly integrated configuration, contact us, as we . We have programming interfaces to allow that, just like similar to what we did with the OPC data sources.
For more information, visit → Read more about Import Tag Wizards.
Importing from an OPC server
Importing data from an OPC server allows efficient and streamlined integration with industrial automation systems. By creating an OPC communication node and selecting the "Import" option, FactoryStudio automatically creates tags and communication points based on the information available from the OPC server. This functionality simplifies the configuration and maintenance of the project, optimizing the data integration process. To learn more about importing data from an OPC server, please visit Import Tag Wizards - OPC Server.
Importing from a OPCXmIDA server
The Importing from OPCXmIDA tutorial guides you through configuring a Kepware server and a client, establishing an efficient OPC connection between the two systems. Following the steps outlined in the tutorial, you can create and configure devices, tags, and OPCxmIDA communication nodes in Kepware and our software. Additionally, the tutorial covers how to change the visibility property of the tags to ensure proper communication between the OPC server and the client. For detailed, step-by-step information on importing from OPCXmIDA, please visit Tutorial - Importing from an OPCXmIDA.
Importing from Excel
The import and export of tags and PLC addresses are streamlined due to its integration with Excel, as the software extensively utilizes tables in various features. You can copy and paste the data directly into the platform by creating a table in Excel with the required columns, such as TagName, Type, and Address. The software ensures the accurate data assignment to the corresponding columns, even if the column order differs. After the first import, the system stores your settings, making synchronizing previously imported and new addresses easy. For more detailed information on tags' import and export process, visit Import Tag Wizards -Importing from Excel.