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April 2008

March 2008
FactoryPMI and FactorySQL Benchmark Whitepaper

We've put our products through the paces! Our benchmark whitepaper is available now.
MatrikonOPC Tunneller Now Bundled with FactorySQL

End-User Highlight: Metaldyne


February 2008
Integrator Highlight: eGenietech Software Services

How To: Install and Use Click to Graph

Click to Graph is a powerful way to add and remove pens from FactoryPMI's Easy Chart Component in runtime
FactoryPMI Adds Linux Support

Inductive Automation is proud to announce that as of version 3.1.5, FactoryPMI supports running on Linux/Unix operating systems. This groundbreaking change will be welcomed by many of our customers, especially international customers, who are running Linux on the plant floor. Inductive Automation is committed to a long-term approach of providing platform-independent industrial automation software.

January 2008
End-User Highlight: Hancock Lumber

Redundancy On The Cheap: How to use two servers, FactoryPMI, FactorySQL, and MySQL to make a mission critical HMI/SCADA application.

FactoryPMI and FactorySQL have long supported clustering and redundancy, respectively. But their database-centric architecture always left the question: What about the database? A true clustered database can take 4+ servers and tens of thousands of dollars worth of software. This whitepaper describes how to set up redundancy on the cheap, using 2 servers and MySQL.
Feature Highlight: FactoryPMITM Retargeting Creates Seamless SCADA Across Multiple Plants

FactoryPMITM's Retargeting feature is one of its most powerful, and least understood features. This article aims to shed some light on this remarkably easy to use feature and expose it to our newer users who may not have heard of it yet.

December 2007
Inductive Automation Releases FactoryPMITM 3.1 and FactorySQLTM 4.1

FactoryPMITM 3.1 can now natively make use of industry standard SSL security to create the most secure SCADA system available. In addition FactoryPMI 3.1 and FactorySQL 4.1 are packed with a number of small feature upgrades and stability enhancements, making them a recommended upgrade for all users.
How To: Use SQLTags Scan Classes

Two months after the SQLTags releases of FactoryPMI and FactorySQL, we?ve noticed that the Scan Class feature is the least understood feature of SQLTags. This article explains how to use Scan Classes to make your application be much more responsive, and will discuss some of the more advanced options available.
Integrator Highlight: MCS Integrations


October 2007
Inductive Automation Revolutionizes SCADA Application Development with SQLTags™ Technology

Inductive Automation is proud to announce the release of FactoryPMI™ 3.0 and FactorySQL™ 4.0, introducing its much-anticipated SQLTags™ technology. With SQLTags, rapid development of web-launched SCADA systems has never been easier or more accessible.
ISA Expo 2007 a Great Success

A roundup of the 2007 ISA Expo, and 5 frequently asked questions from the show.

September 2007

August 2007
Inductive Automation Releases FactorySQL™ 3.1.5, FactoryPMI™ 2.2.0

The much-anticipated FactoryPMI 2.2 has been released. Simple multi-state component styles, easier Active Directory authentication, and component animation are but some of the exciting new features in this release.
End-User Highlight: Hirzel Canning and Farms, Inc.


July 2007

June 2007
Inductive Automation Attends 2007 North American OPC Interop Conference

Inductive Automation attends 2007 North American OPC Interop Conference, receives 'Self-Tested' certification.
End-User Highlight: MAP Industries


May 2007
FactoryPMI™ Version 2.1 Released

FactoryPMI™ Designer usability improvements make for better experience on laptops
Inductive Automation Releases FactorySQL™ 3.1, New IA TotalCare™ Support

This month Inductive Automation is proud to release version 3.1 of FactorySQL™, and to introduce the new IA TotalCare™ support system.
Integrator Highlight: Widaq Systems LLC


April 2007
End-User Highlight: Fosters America Group

FactoryPMI™ Reporting Plugin Version 1.1 Released by Inductive Automation

PDF documentation viewer, more powerful reporting graph options make the popular Reporting Plugin even better.

March 2007
FactoryPMI™ Version 2.0 and FactorySQL™ Version 3.0 Released

'Clustering' feature provides redundancy and load balancing for a highly available web-launched SCADA solution.
Integrator Highlight: Industrial Control Integration


January 2007
Manufacturing Automation magazine reviews FactoryPMI

Independent review of FactoryPMI by Manufacturing Automation Magazine.
Inductive Automation Unveils New Logo

Inductive Automation formally unveiled a new logo and launched a new website.

October 2006
FactorySQL 2.3 Released

FactorySQL 2.3 offers improved project organization, easier alarm management, and much more.
Inductive Automation visits ISA Expo 2006

Inductive Automation's booth at ISA Expo 2006 was a smash hit! Missed us at the show? Sign up for a web demo today!
FactoryPMI Reporting Plugin Released

The much-anticipated FactoryPMI Reporting plugin has been released. Easily create high-quality PDF and printed reports from within your SCADA system.

September 2006
FactoryPMI 1.8 Released

FactoryPMI version 1.8 adds exciting new features, most notably the ability to seamlessly retarget a client between projects, even between servers!

August 2006
FactoryPMI 1.7.0 Released

FactoryPMI 1.7.0 adds many exciting new features, such as concurrent development support, hot-update for running clients, revamped project browser, and more!

July 2006
FactoryPMI 1.6.1 Released

FactoryPMI 1.6.1 resolves a few bugs that were introduced in version 1.6.0. All users of 1.6.0 should upgrade to 1.6.1.

June 2006
FactoryPMI 1.6.0 Released

FactoryPMI 1.6.0 has been released. A new plugin architecture is the main highlight, but there are also a host of other small features, tweaks, and changes.
FactorySQL 2.2 Released

FactorySQL 2.2 has been released, offering increased compatibility and enhance reliability.

April 2006
New Forums Go Live

Inductive Automation's forum system has been revamped. Check it out, and find a great place to search for common questions or to post a question of your own.

January 2006
FactoryPMI 1.5.1 Released

Inductive Automation releases FactoryPMI 1.5.1 Additions include a streaming video viewing component and a built-in high performance SQL Server database driver.
FactorySQL 2.1 Released

FactorySQL 2.1 Released
FactoryPMI 1.5.0 Released

Inductive Automation releases FactoryPMI version 1.5.0, adding an extensive industrial graphics library for no extra cost.

October 2005
FactoryPMI 1.4.0 Released

FactoryPMI version 1.4.0 has been released, adding easy layout control for screen-resolution independent windows.

September 2005
FactorySQL 2.0.5 Update Released

FactorySQL version 2.0.5 has been released, and is rated as a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED update for current users.

June 2005
FactorySQL 2.0 Released

FactorySQL version 2.0 released with more features.

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