Ignition SCADA Tutorial #3: How to Install and Connect Kepware to Ignition | OPC UA & DA Integration

In this tutorial, we move into practical industrial communication by installing and configuring Kepware (KepServerEX) and connecting it to Ignition using OPC UA. This is a crucial step in building real SCADA systems, allowing seamless communication between PLCs and Ignition. 🔍 What You Will Learn: How to install Kepware (KepServerEX) Creating a Channel and Device in Kepware Connecting a PLC (or simulator) to Kepware Enabling OPC UA Server in Kepware Configuring OPC UA connection in Ignition Gateway Browsing and importing PLC tags into Ignition Designer Launcher System Architecture Explained: In this setup: PLC → Kepware (OPC Server) → Ignition (OPC Client) → SCADA Dashboard Kepware acts as the middleware Ignition reads real-time data via OPC UA Tags become available for visualization and control