DAQFactory
Manufacturing execution system (MES) software
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software
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What is DAQFactory
DAQFactory is a SCADA and data acquisition software platform used to connect to industrial devices, collect and log real-time data, and build operator HMIs for monitoring and control. It is typically used by engineers, OEMs, and plant teams for machine-level supervision, test/measurement setups, and lightweight supervisory applications. The product emphasizes broad device connectivity (including OPC) and a built-in scripting environment for custom logic, alarms, and workflows. Deployments commonly run on Windows PCs connected to PLCs, instruments, and other field devices.
Broad industrial connectivity options
DAQFactory supports connecting to many device types commonly found in industrial and lab environments, including OPC-based integrations. This helps teams consolidate data collection and visualization across heterogeneous equipment. It can reduce the need for separate point solutions when a site has mixed PLCs, instruments, and sensors.
Configurable HMI and dashboards
The platform includes tools to build operator screens for real-time monitoring and control. Users can create trends, alarms, and status views without building a separate front-end application. This fits machine-level and cell-level supervision use cases where a full enterprise manufacturing suite is not required.
Scripting for custom logic
DAQFactory includes a scripting capability that allows users to implement custom calculations, event handling, and automation logic. This can be useful for test stands, data conditioning, and specialized workflows that are difficult to express in purely configuration-driven tools. It also enables rapid iteration when requirements change during commissioning.
Limited MES depth out-of-box
While it can support shop-floor data collection, DAQFactory is not primarily an MES system with standardized modules for production scheduling, genealogy/traceability, quality management, and work instruction management. Organizations needing end-to-end manufacturing execution typically require additional systems or significant custom development. This can increase implementation scope compared with purpose-built MES platforms.
Engineering-heavy implementation model
Effective use often depends on engineering skills for tag modeling, communications setup, and scripting. Teams without controls/automation expertise may face a steeper learning curve than low-code, operator-centric manufacturing apps. Ongoing maintenance can also rely on a small number of technically skilled users.
Enterprise governance features vary
For regulated or multi-site environments, requirements such as centralized user management, audit trails, validation support, and standardized deployment pipelines may require careful evaluation. Some organizations may need to add external tooling or processes to meet internal IT/OT governance standards. This can be a constraint when scaling beyond a single line or facility.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan / Item | Price (USD) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Express (legacy) | FREE | 2 custom screens, up to 8 I/O. (NOTE: Express is listed as FREE on the product pages but is deprecated / not available in DAQFactory 20.1+ — see notes). cite |
| Lite (Release 20.1+) | $299.00 (one-time) | Development license for Release 20.1+; limited to 32 I/O points; unlimited custom screens; basic logging, graphing, Email/FTP. No subscription. cite |
| Base (Release 20.1+) | $599.00 (one-time) | Development license for Release 20.1+; 64 I/O points; unlimited screens; graphing/trending, PID loops, scripting. No subscription. cite |
| Pro (Release 20.1+) | $1,199.00 (one-time) | Full DAQFactory feature set for Release 20.1+: unlimited I/O, unlimited custom screens, advanced graphing, alarming, networking, symbol library, database support. No subscription. cite |
| Lite (through 19.2) | $399.00 (one-time) | Legacy license for releases through 19.2 (will work on older releases). See shop listings. cite |
| Base (through 19.2) | $699.00 (one-time) | Legacy license for releases through 19.2. cite |
| Pro (through 19.2) | $1,299.00 (one-time) | Legacy Pro license for releases through 19.2. cite |
Add-ons & upgrades (official shop listings):
- DAQFactory Runtime (all releases): $189.00 (one-time) — runtime license for distributing applications (cannot edit documents in runtime). cite
- USB hardware key option: $125.00 (one-time). cite
- Upgrade prices (examples shown on official shop): Upgrade Base to Pro $665.00; Upgrade Lite to Pro $995.00; Upgrade Lite to Base $330.00; Upgrade Starter to Lite $179.00. (See shop for full upgrade SKUs). cite
Notes:
- All prices above are shown as one-time license purchases on the vendor site (AzeoTech) and the site emphasizes "No subscriptions!". cite
- DAQFactory 20.1+ introduces different SKU availability (some older free/Starter SKUs are deprecated); vendor pages explicitly call out differences between 20.1+ and earlier releases. cite
Seller details
AzeoTech, Inc.
Ashland, OR, USA
Private
https://www.azeotech.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/azeotech/
