OPC (Open Platform Communications)

OPC (Open Platform Communications) is a set of standardized software protocols that enable different industrial devices and computer systems to communicate seamlessly. It acts like a universal translator, allowing machines, sensors, and control systems from various manufacturers to share data reliably and efficiently. This standardization improves integration, monitoring, and control of industrial processes such as manufacturing or automation, reducing complexity and increasing flexibility. Essentially, OPC ensures that diverse equipment can work together smoothly, helping industries optimize operations and achieve better insights into their systems.