New DTM Broadens OS, Network Support

DTM Library adds WinServer, Windows 8.1 and more

FDT Group

Apr 13th, 2015

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Softing Industrial Automation GmbH is releasing a new version of its DTM Library. It will support WinServer 2012 and Window 8.1 operating systems as well as Siemens ET200iSP HART EX modules.

The DTM Library consists of three communication DTMs for Siemens components (CommDTM DP/PA LINK, CommDTM ET200M, CommDTM ET 200iSP) and a communication DTM for the TH LINK PROFIBUS gateway (CommDTM PROFIBUS DP-V1). It is part of Softing’s product portfolio for plant asset management solutions, which includes gateways and the PACTware Frame Application. The Softing product portfolio enables users in the process industry to access and operate a broad range of field devices reliably and efficiently. It seamlessly integrates with third party applications such as Endress+Hauser - FieldCare or Yokogawa - FieldMate. In addition, it offers features and functions for PROFIBUS diagnostics. Planned release date for the new DTM Library version is June 2015.

For more information, please visit

URL:http://industrial.softing.com/en/products/plant-asset-management.html?wmc=FDT_%20201505_NL

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