Umati – The Reference Platform for OPC UA-Enabled Devices

FVA GmbH provides project assistance for quick integration of reference implementations

Reference:

Client
VDMA Measuring and Testing Technology

Goal
Measurement machine manufacturers from the length measuring technology sector wanted to present their OPC UA Companion Specification at Control, the International Trade Fair for Quality Assurance (3-6 May, 2022 in Stuttgart). This required integration of reference extensions with the Umati dashboard so that live machine data from the measuring machines could be prepared in accordance with the OPC UA standard. The Measuring and Testing Technology Trade Association turned to FVA GmbH for quick realization and implementation of the project.

Services provided
FVA GmbH provided an expert team to take control of the management and implementation of the entire project:

  • Conceptual design
  • Project planning
  • Project organization
  • Consultation
  • Technical implementation
  • Orientation and implementation of the extension
  • Implementation of the Companion Specification
  • Integration with Umati dashboard in cooperation with the German Machine Tool Builders’ Association (VDW)
  • Testing
  • Onboarding support (launch)
  • Project coordination with VDW/ISW Uni Stuttgart/VDMA Measurement and Testing Technology

Benefits

  • Fast and easy integration of measuring machines with the Umati standard
  • Expert support for complex subject matter
  • Professional consultation
  • Structured implementation and onboarding process

Hans-Günter Heil, VDMA Measuring and Testing Technology: “I am very satisfied with the process and the results of the implementation and integration with the Umati dashboard. FVA GmbH was very professional and did a great job. I would recommend them for further projects.”

Dr. Karsten Roetmann, Mahr GmbH: "FVA GmbH provides great service and was a capable partner for our Umati dashboard implementation. I can definitely recommend their services."

Please contact us with any questions:

Norbert Haefke
FVA GmbH
Norbert.haefke@fva-service.de