I. Product Overview
SOTHIS SCADA Monitoring Software is a one-stop supervisory monitoring and data management platform developed for industrial automation. It integrates device communication and data acquisition, graphical configuration, real-time monitoring, remote control, data archiving, and intelligent analytics. The software connects seamlessly to PLCs, sensors, industrial instruments, and other field devices, collecting equipment status and production data in real time to provide visual monitoring throughout the entire production process.
The platform provides a complete set of industrial functions, including intelligent alarms, historical data traceability, reporting and statistics, script processing, and access control. It is easy to deploy, stable in operation, and convenient for custom development. The software is widely applicable to intelligent manufacturing, semiconductor production, chemical processing, municipal engineering, smart buildings, OEM integrated equipment, and other industries. It helps enterprises simplify on-site operation and maintenance, optimize production scheduling, reduce costs, and improve efficiency through digitalization.
II. Core Advantages
Extensive Compatibility with Multiple Protocols and Device Brands
The software provides native support for the complete range of SOTHIS PLCs and is also compatible with industrial control equipment from Siemens and other mainstream brands. It supports common industrial protocols such as Modbus, CAN, and TCP/UDP, providing broad device connectivity and strong compatibility. It is suitable for new and existing production line upgrades and mixed-brand control environments.
Flexible Multi-Architecture Deployment
The software supports standalone architecture, standard client/server architecture, and redundant-server client/server architecture. It can be configured for independent monitoring of a single device, distributed multi-station monitoring, or highly reliable redundant and fault-tolerant systems, making it suitable for both small equipment and large production lines.
Comprehensive Functions with Simple and Efficient Configuration
The software integrates screen configuration, variable management, graphic import, trend curves, audible and visual alarms, and multiple types of script logic. Its visual drag-and-drop configuration method is easy to use, significantly shortening project development cycles and lowering the technical barrier to supervisory system programming.
Multi-Database Compatibility with Complete Data Traceability
The software is compatible with mainstream relational databases and supports the long-term archiving and synchronized storage of production data, equipment logs, and alarm records. It enables data retention, querying, and traceability throughout the production process, supporting production analysis and quality control.
Granular Hierarchical Access Control
A comprehensive account and permission system supports hierarchical and role-based access control. Development, operation, and viewing permissions can be assigned separately to prevent accidental and unauthorized operations, protecting both the production system and its data.
Lightweight Operation with Low Hardware Requirements
The software uses an optimized lightweight architecture and does not require a high-end workstation. It can run smoothly and reliably on standard commercial computers and industrial PCs, significantly reducing hardware deployment costs and operation and maintenance requirements.
Flexible Licensing for Different Applications
The software uses a secure and convenient electronic license model, with separate development and runtime editions. Special device drivers can be licensed independently, allowing flexible selection for commissioning, operation, mass production, and other application requirements.
III. Operating Environment Requirements
1. Supported Operating Systems
Windows 10
Windows Server 2012
2. Minimum Hardware Requirements
Processor: 64-bit dual-core processor with a clock speed of at least 1.8 GHz
RAM: At least 4 GB DDR4
Storage: At least 32 GB of available space on the system drive
Graphics: Support for 1920 × 1080 resolution; integrated graphics are sufficient
Network: 100 Mbps Ethernet port; Category 5e shielded Ethernet cable is recommended to ensure stable communications
IV. Licensing and Supporting Documentation
Licensing Method
The software uses electronic license authorization, providing secure and stable operation and convenient activation without requiring a physical security dongle.
License Types
Development and runtime editions are available. Special device drivers can be licensed separately according to project requirements.
Supporting Documentation
Offline help documentation is built into the software and can be accessed at any time on site, facilitating project commissioning, feature learning, and operation and maintenance.
V. Communication Drivers and Device Connectivity
Natively Supported Devices
The software natively supports the complete range of SOTHIS P3 and P3E PLCs, providing optimized compatibility, stable communications, and plug-and-play connectivity.
Mainstream Brand Compatibility
The software is fully compatible with the complete range of Siemens PLCs, including the mainstream S7-200, S7-200 SMART, S7-300, S7-400, S7-1200, and S7-1500 models.
General-Purpose Protocol Drivers
Built-in open drivers support Modbus TCP, CAN, and TCP/UDP, providing compatibility with most industrial control devices available on the market.
Expansion Capabilities
New drivers can be installed and loaded quickly, enabling flexible connection to various third-party instruments and equipment.
Data Refresh Configuration
The variable refresh interval is user-configurable, allowing a balance between high-speed data acquisition and system load.
VI. Core Functional Modules
1. Intelligent Variable Management
Variables can be created and edited manually. The software also supports bulk variable import and export through Excel, significantly improving configuration efficiency for large projects and reducing repetitive work.
2. Project Architecture and Hierarchical Access Control
The software integrates complete development and runtime environments and supports external graphic import and rapid screen configuration. Its comprehensive hierarchical user permission system provides precise control over project development and on-site operating permissions.
3. Trend Analysis and Intelligent Alarms
Trend Curves
Real-time and historical trend curves provide a clear view of changes in equipment data, supporting process analysis and fault diagnosis.
Alarm Management
Real-time pop-up alarms, historical alarm queries, and audible and visual notifications help users identify equipment abnormalities quickly, issue early fault warnings, and respond promptly.
4. Multi-Language Script Logic
The software supports both C#/.NET and JavaScript. Available script types include variable-triggered, event-triggered, periodic, and global scripts. These scripts can implement complex process logic, custom calculations, coordinated control, and other advanced functions.
5. Reporting, Statistics, and Data Storage
The software supports the automatic generation and statistical processing of production reports, meeting the requirements of routine production records and data analysis.
It is compatible with MySQL, SQL Server, SQLite, and Access databases. Logs, alarms, and historical data can be archived and stored synchronously over extended periods, ensuring complete data traceability.
VII. Application Scenarios
SOTHIS SCADA Monitoring Software is widely used in automation monitoring and control applications, including:
The software provides equipment remote monitoring, online operation and maintenance diagnostics, production data acquisition and analysis, equipment fault warnings, production process scheduling, and production data archiving and traceability. It helps enterprises achieve digital, visual, and intelligent transformation in industrial operations.
For more product information, please contact a SOTHIS representative by phone.
