WinForm HMI .NET
Our WinForm HMI .NET product lets you create classic WinForm applications in VB and C# using Visual Studio. Leverage the power of live IoT data within desktop Windows applications.
Build Desktop Windows Apps in .NET
WinForm HMI for industrial applications integrates directly into Visual Studio and includes 100% managed .NET controls. Developers can quickly build, deploy, and maintain desktop solutions for WinForms industrial automation, all while working in a familiar environment.
The included Windows Services allow you to read and write Tag values and move data between unlimited local and remote applications built with the OAS Controls components. This makes it easy to design a complete IIoT WinForm HMI system that scales with your needs.
a server-based, highly-scalable, network platform that enables the transport and transformation of your data
Data HistorianAchieve fault-tolerant logging, zero data loss, and multi-destination storage with our high-performance Store and Forward technology.
Visualization ToolsBuild Visualizations, User Interfaces, and server configuration interfaces for .NET, web technologies, native iOS and Android mobile apps
Device & Data ConnectorsThe OAS Platform provides rapid communications and connectivity to a wide variety of PLCs, devices, and databases.
IoT ConnectorsConnect to cloud-base IoT gateways such as AWS, Azure IoT Hub, Azure Event Hubs, Kafka, and more.
Alarm Logging & NotificationCapture events on each data point, log to open formats for historical analysis and archiving, and trigger real time notifications
SDKs & APIsExplore a wide variety of Developer Tools and APIs to allow you to create applications and system integrations to execute in any environment.
Networking FeaturesOpen Automation Software implements edge computing with a Distributed Network Architecture.
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100% Managed Code
Use any .NET language in MS Visual Studio to build high-performance desktop applications. WinForm HMI .NET is perfect for creating SCADA systems, operator interfaces, management consoles, and other industrial HMI applications.
Full Component Library
Get access to a rich collection of WinForms HMI controls designed for real-time applications. These components easily plug into existing projects or can be used to develop brand-new tools for managing your IoT data.
Programmatic Access
You’re not limited to visual controls. The WinForm HMI .NET library also provides a full API so you can write custom logic, automate tasks, and interact with live data directly in your code. This gives you more control and flexibility when building industrial applications.
Common Questions
Can WinForm applications be deployed to remote systems?
Yes, applications communicate using over a standard TCP port which is adjustable. Your WinForm applications can communicate to local or remote OAS servers using basic networking, or using Live Data Cloud addressing with remote OAS servers without a fixed IP address.
Can WinForm components work along with other 3rd party controls?
Yes, the OAS WinForm controls appear right in your Visual Studio toolbox. You can use them alongside built-in .NET controls and other third-party controls, allowing you to build exactly the user interface your project needs.
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OAS Platform Features
Cross-Platform Support
The OAS Platform supports multiple operating systems and deployment options including Windows, Linux, Docker Containers, and can even run on low footprint devices such as a Raspberry PI 4.
Networking
OAS is an edge solution that offers flexible networking options for standalone installations, multi-tenant data aggregation, and even secure unidirectional data transport.
Programmatic Setup
Utilize our .NET SDK or REST API for flexible and automated setup, ensuring full integration with your asset management software. You can also import and export CSV files, which helps you work with Excel and third-party applications.
Calculations, Time On, Counts, and Totals
Merge data from various controllers and additional data sources while performing real-time computations and logic processing, all without the need for coding. Monitor the duration of activities for specific points and the frequency of their transitions over a defined period. Aggregate analog values both daily and over the entire timeline.
See How We Compare
The initial cost of OAS is far less than our competitors – but the savings don’t stop there. We work with OEMS and System Integrators to provide perpetual licenses with quantity discounts with flexible tag pricing and unlimited client connections.
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We make getting started with OAS easy - Browse our extensive Knowledge Base of articles on Getting Started as well as How To content that takes you step-by-step through building a solution, and finally learn more about specific features and configurations.
Getting Started - Download, Setup & Support
Step-by-step introduction to using the Open Automation Software platform
How to manually add and define Tags using the Configure OAS application.
Getting Started - WinForm HMI .NET
Familiarize yourself with the following steps to setup WinForm HMI .NET.
List of available WinForm HMI .NET Controls.
More about the 3 key networking methods included with licenses.
How to quickly access options and make custom changes.
How to active and manage OAS license.
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