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→ What's FrameworX
Create, Design and Run real-time applications (SCADA, HMI, MES, IIoT). A Unified engineering environment and a consistent runtime dleliver all core modules under one project model.
→ Architecture
System architecture, deployment patterns, and performance design. Learn how FrameworX achieves millisecond response times with enterprise-grade security through its distributed runtime architecture.
→ Technology Foundation
Core technologies powering FrameworX - .NET 8, real-time databases, unified namespace, and modern UI frameworks. Understand why each technology choice matters for industrial automation
→ Security and Performance
Built on 100% managed .NET code, the platform delivers millisecond response times while maintaining defense-in-depth protection and full compliance capabilities
→ Why FrameworX
How FrameworX's unique combination of native drivers, unified architecture, and modern technology creates competitive advantages. See how these elements work synergistically to eliminate traditional SCADA limitations..
→ Product Editions
From Edge to Enterprise - understand the scalability editions that allow FrameworX to deploy from small edge devices to mission-critical distributed systems. Choose the right edition for your requirements.
Aim high, start simple, scale without limits.
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Overview
FrameworX 10.1 follows a modular architecture designed for industrial applications, providing a complete solution from field connectivity to enterprise integration.
Core Components
Component
Purpose
Key Features
SolutionCenter
Solution management and launch point
- Create/open solutions
- License management
- Server configuration
- Launch Designer and Runtime
Designer
Configuration environment
- Unified development interface
- Module configuration
- Display creation
- Multi-user support
Runtime
Execution environment
- Real-time data processing
- Client connections
- Module execution
- Performance monitoring
The Four Pillars Architecture
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Every FrameworX solution is built on four foundational pillars that work together to create a complete industrial application:
1. Unified Namespace (UNS) - Foundation Layer
The UNS serves as the central data model for your entire solution:
- Tags - Real-time data points with types, scaling, and properties
- Asset Tree - Hierarchical organization of your plant/process
- User Data Types (UDTs) - Reusable templates for complex objects
- TagProviders - External data source connections
2. Process Modules - Industrial Integration Layer
Connect and collect data from field devices and industrial systems:
- Devices - 70+ native drivers for PLCs, RTUs, and field devices
- Alarms - Event detection, notification, and audit trail
- Historians - Time-series data storage and retrieval
3. Application Modules - Business Logic Layer
Process and transform data for business needs:
- Scripts - Custom logic in C#, VB.NET, Python, JavaScript
- Datasets - SQL database connections and queries
- Reports - Document generation and data export
4. User Interface - Visualization Layer
Present information to operators and managers:
- Displays - HMI/SCADA screens with rich graphics
- Dashboards - KPI monitoring and analytics
- Clients - Rich (.NET), Web (HTML5), and Mobile applications
Data Flow
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Diagram showing data flow from field devices through UNS to displays
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Deployment Architectures
Standalone Configuration
- Single server with local clients
- Ideal for small to medium applications
- Simplified maintenance
Distributed Architecture
- Multiple servers across locations
- Remote I/O and data concentrators
- Enterprise-wide solutions
Redundant Systems
- Hot-standby failover
- No data loss during switchover
- Mission-critical applications
Cloud and Hybrid
- Cloud-hosted servers
- Edge devices for local processing
- Flexible scaling
Key Architectural Benefits
Benefit
Description
Impact
Unified Development
Single Designer for all modules
Reduced learning curve
Modular Design
Independent module operation
Easier troubleshooting
Open Standards
OPC UA, MQTT, REST APIs
Enterprise integration
Scalability
From embedded to enterprise
Investment protection
Platform Agnostic
Windows, Linux, Docker