Ewon Flexy 205 - Industrial Router for Remote Access and PLC Data Collection
Ewon Flexy 205 combines secure remote machine access with data collection from PLCs and industrial devices. It enables remote PLC and HMI programming, alarm monitoring, historical data storage and data transfer to OPC UA, visualisation systems, MES, ERP or cloud applications.
Which PLC data do you need to read, and where should it be sent?
We will discuss the PLC type, data points, alarms, storage, internet connection and target system, then propose a suitable Ewon Flexy 205 configuration.
More about Ewon Flexy 205 functions, communication and applications
Remote access and data collection in one device
Ewon Flexy 205 is suitable for applications where remote programming alone is not enough. It can read data from PLCs and other devices, store it, evaluate alarms and transfer information to higher-level systems.
Secure programming and diagnostics of PLCs, HMI panels, robots and industrial computers without a public IP address or your own VPN server.
Flexy communicates directly with supported PLCs and can read and write values without major changes to the control program.
Storage of process values, alarm logging and notifications when a fault occurs or a limit is exceeded.
Data transfer to OPC UA, visualisation, SCADA, MES, ERP, Power BI or cloud applications.
When the connection is interrupted, data can be stored locally and sent retrospectively once communication is restored.
The router can be expanded with cards for Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, serial interfaces or digital and analogue I/O.
Supported PLCs and communication protocols
SIMATIC S7-1200, S7-1500, S7-300 and S7-400
Communication with Rockwell Automation PLCs
Reading and writing values from supported PLCs
Communication with PLCs and industrial devices
Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU
OPC UA Client and OPC UA Server
Communication with supported BACnet devices
Reading data from network and other SNMP devices
Advanced data processing and transfer
Typical Ewon Flexy 205 applications
Programming, diagnostics and support for machines installed locally and abroad.
Monitoring operating states, alarms, counters, consumption and other process values.
Acquiring PLC data for visualisation, reporting, OEE, maintenance or production analysis.
Transferring selected values to SCADA, MES, ERP, Power BI or cloud applications.
The base Flexy 205 router can be fitted with suitable Ewon Flexy expansion cards. We will help configure the system according to the available connection, devices and required inputs and outputs.
Comparison of Ewon Cosy+, Flexy 205 and SIA Connect
| Function | Ewon Cosy+ | Ewon Flexy 205 | SIA Connect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote access | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PLC programming | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PLC data collection | No | Yes | Yes |
| Store & Forward | No | Yes | Yes |
| OPC UA | No | Yes | Yes |
| PLC ↔ PLC data transfer | No | Via script | Yes |
| PLC ↔ device data transfer | No | Via script | Yes |
| Database storage | No | Via script | Yes |
| MQTT | No | Via script | Yes |
| Cloud service | Talk2M | Talk2M | Optional |
| Typical use | Remote machine service | Remote service, alarms and data collection | Comprehensive OT/IT integration |
For remote service alone, Ewon Cosy+ is usually sufficient. For remote access, alarms, storage and basic data collection, Ewon Flexy 205 is a suitable choice. For broader integration with databases, MQTT, APIs and other IT systems, consider SIA Connect.
Why buy Ewon Flexy 205 from FOXON?
- More than 17 years of experience with Ewon products.
- We help verify communication with your PLC.
- We design the right combination of router and expansion cards.
- We help configure Talk2M, alarms and data collection.
- Commissioning and user training.
- The router and starter kit are in stock in Liberec.
Ewon Flexy 205 router
951,06 EUR incl. VAT
Ewon Flexy 205 – Starter Kit
597,74 EUR incl. VAT
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