Transform Your Industrial Data Flow
Unlock the full potential of Node‑RED with our professional-grade protocol packages. Connect machines, buildings, and energy systems with battle-tested IoT solutions.
OPC UA
The Universal Industrial Communication Protocol
Why OPC UA with PLUS for Node‑RED?
OPC UA (Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture) is the gold standard for industrial interoperability. Our PLUS for Node‑RED package brings enterprise-grade OPC UA capabilities to your low-code workflows, making Industry 4.0 accessible to everyone.
Security First
Built-in encryption, authentication, and secure channel management
Real-time Data
Subscriptions and monitored items for event-driven workflows
Method Calls
Execute remote procedures on OPC UA servers directly from flows
Template System
Pre-configured templates for quick and secure deployment
OPC UA Use Cases
PLC Integration
Connect Siemens S7, Beckhoff TwinCAT, or any OPC UA-enabled PLC to your Node‑RED flows for seamless machine control and monitoring.
- Manufacturing
- Automation
Data Historian
Collect and aggregate machine data from multiple OPC UA servers. Transform and store in InfluxDB, TimescaleDB, or cloud platforms.
- Time Series
- Analytics
Edge-to-Cloud Gateway
Bridge your OPC UA infrastructure to MQTT, Kafka, or cloud IoT platforms. Use our Unified Message Structure (UMS) for seamless data translation.
- Cloud Integration
- MQTT
BACnet
Smart Buildings Made Simple
Building 4.0 with PLUS for Node‑RED
BACnet (Building Automation and Control Networks) is the ISO standard for building automation. Our BACnet package enables you to integrate HVAC systems, lighting controls, access systems, and more into unified Node‑RED workflows.
Device Discovery
Automatic Who-Is/I-Am discovery to find all BACnet devices on your network
Property Access
Read and write any BACnet object property with intuitive node configuration
COV Subscriptions
Change-of-Value subscriptions for event-driven building automation
Multi-Protocol Bridge
Connect BACnet to OPC UA, MQTT, or any other protocol in Node‑RED
BACnet Use Cases
HVAC Optimization
Monitor and control heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Implement energy-saving schedules and demand-based climate control.
- Energy Efficiency
- Comfort
Lighting Control
Integrate smart lighting systems with occupancy sensors, daylight harvesting, and scene management for optimal energy use.
- Smart Lighting
- Automation
Building Analytics
Collect building performance data from multiple controllers. Create dashboards for facility managers with Grafana integration.
- Analytics
- Dashboard
Modbus
The Workhorse of Industrial Communication
Energy 4.0 with PLUS for Node‑RED
Modbus remains the most widely deployed industrial protocol worldwide. Our enhanced Modbus package provides reliable TCP/IP and Serial RTU communication with advanced features for energy monitoring, retrofitting legacy equipment, and building modern SCADA systems.
TCP/IP & Serial
Support for Modbus TCP, RTU over RS-485, and ASCII protocols
Energy Metering
Read power meters, smart meters, and energy analyzers with ease
Bulk Operations
Efficient multi-register reads and writes for high-performance data collection
Retry & Recovery
Automatic reconnection and error handling for robust production systems
Modbus Use Cases
Energy Monitoring
Connect smart meters, power analyzers, and energy management systems. Track consumption, identify waste, and optimize energy costs.
- Power Metering
- Cost Reduction
Legacy Retrofitting
Modernize existing machinery with Modbus connectivity. Add IoT capabilities to equipment without replacing controllers.
- Brownfield
- IIoT
Solar & Renewables
Monitor inverters, battery systems, and renewable energy installations. Create unified dashboards for distributed energy resources.
- Green Energy
- Monitoring
Choose the Right Protocol
Each protocol excels in different scenarios. Here's a quick guide to help you decide.
| Feature | OPC UA | BACnet | Modbus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Industrial Automation | Building Automation | Energy & Legacy Systems |
| Security | Enterprise-grade | Network-level | Basic |
| Data Model | Rich Object Model | Object-based | Register-based |
| Event Support | Subscriptions & Alarms | COV Subscriptions | Polling Required |
| Transport | TCP/IP | IP / MS/TP | TCP/IP / Serial |
| Complexity | Medium-High | Medium | Low |
Ready to Transform Your Industrial Data?
Join hundreds of engineers who trust PLUS for Node‑RED for their mission-critical industrial IoT applications.