WebAccess/HMI Designer
Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software
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What is WebAccess/HMI Designer
WebAccess/HMI Designer is an industrial HMI/SCADA configuration and runtime platform used to build operator interfaces, collect real-time data, and supervise industrial equipment and processes. It targets automation engineers, system integrators, and plant operations teams that need browser-based monitoring and control across machines, lines, or sites. The product centers on a web-enabled HMI design environment and SCADA functions such as alarms, trends, and historical data, typically deployed in manufacturing and infrastructure environments.
Web-based HMI delivery
The platform is designed to publish HMI/SCADA screens for access through standard web technologies, which can reduce the need for thick-client installations on operator and engineering workstations. This approach supports remote viewing and operations use cases when network and security policies allow it. It can be useful for distributed teams that need access to the same runtime views from multiple locations.
Integrated HMI and SCADA tooling
WebAccess/HMI Designer combines screen design with common SCADA capabilities such as alarms, trending, and data logging in a single product family. This can simplify project packaging for small-to-mid sized deployments where teams prefer one primary engineering tool. It also aligns with typical system integrator workflows for building and commissioning operator interfaces.
Industrial connectivity focus
The product is positioned for industrial automation environments and commonly integrates with PLCs and field devices through industrial communication methods. This helps teams connect equipment data to HMI screens and SCADA functions without building custom middleware for basic telemetry. It is suited to projects where standard OT connectivity and visualization are the primary requirements.
Ecosystem depth varies
Compared with some SCADA platforms that offer broad marketplaces, extensive third-party modules, or large user communities, the surrounding ecosystem may be smaller depending on region and integrator availability. This can affect the availability of reusable templates, training resources, and prebuilt integrations. Organizations may need to rely more on vendor documentation and experienced partners.
Advanced analytics not primary
The product’s core focus is HMI/SCADA visualization and supervisory control rather than advanced analytics, enterprise reporting, or large-scale data science workflows. For initiatives that require extensive KPI modeling, complex event processing, or tight integration with enterprise data platforms, additional software is often required. This can increase overall solution architecture complexity.
Security depends on deployment
Web-enabled access introduces additional considerations for authentication, network segmentation, and secure remote access design. Achieving strong security posture typically requires careful configuration, patch management, and alignment with OT security controls outside the product itself. Organizations with strict compliance requirements may need additional security tooling and governance processes.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan (SKU) | Price (listed on Advantech IoTMart Taiwan) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| WA-P84-U075E (WebAccess/SCADA, 75 tags) | NT$22,775 | 75-tag license (one-time software license) — listed on Advantech IoTMart (Taiwan). |
| WA-P84-U150E (WebAccess/SCADA, 150 tags) | NT$30,440 | 150-tag license (one-time). |
| WA-P84-U300E (WebAccess/SCADA, 300 tags) | NT$53,540 | 300-tag license (one-time). |
| WA-P84-U600E (WebAccess/SCADA, 600 tags) | NT$86,090 | 600-tag license (one-time). |
| WA-P84-U15HE (WebAccess/SCADA, 1500 tags) | NT$119,690 | 1500-tag license (one-time). |
| WA-X84-P50HE (WebAccess/SCADA, upgrade/pack) | NT$173,345 | Pack/upgrade SKU (listed on IoTMart). |
| WA-P84-U50HE (WebAccess/SCADA, 5000 tags) | NT$184,790 | 5000-tag license (one-time). |
Notes: Prices above are taken from Advantech's official IoTMart (Advantech eStore) Taiwan product listing for WebAccess/SCADA SKUs. Regional pricing and availability may vary; Advantech's US site often directs buyers to contact sales or the eStore for quotes.
Seller details
Advantech Co., Ltd.
Taipei, Taiwan
1983
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