Rapid SCADA

Rapid SCADA is an open-source industrial automation platform designed for rapid creation of monitoring and control systems. The software provides a complete SCADA solution with no limitations on the number of data points and no expiration date.

The platform is suitable for industrial automation systems, IIoT implementations, process control systems, and energy accounting systems. It can run on servers, embedded computers, and in cloud environments, with nodes that exchange information in real time.

Key features

• Unlimited data points — No restrictions on channels, tags, or devices
• Cross-platform — Runs on Windows and Linux
• Web-based access — Browser-based HMI and configuration
• Redundancy support — Primary/backup servers with automatic sync
• Multiple protocols — OPC UA, OPC Classic, Modbus, MQTT, SNMP
• Database integration — Oracle, MS SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL
• Data archiving — Files, PostgreSQL, or InfluxDB storage
• REST API — For custom integrations and extensions
• Security features — HTTPS, SSL, brute force protection, password encryption

Architecture

Rapid SCADA follows a modular architecture with the following main components:

• Server — Core application for data acquisition and processing
• Communicator — Drivers for device communication
• Webstation — Web-based HMI for operators
• Administrator — Configuration tool
• Agent — Service for remote administration

Deployment options

• On-premise servers
• Cloud deployment
• Edge devices and embedded computers
• Distributed multi-node setups

Limitations

• Primary development and testing on Windows; Linux support is available but may have edge-case compatibility issues
• Commercial plugins required for advanced features like Chart Pro, Dashboard, and Map visualization
• Smaller community compared to major commercial SCADA vendors, resulting in fewer third-party resources
• Documentation and video lessons available, but primarily in English and Russian
• No native mobile app; web interface is the only mobile access method

Licensing

Rapid SCADA Standard is provided free of charge under Apache License 2.0. Rapid SCADA Enterprise is a commercial edition that includes all software modules developed by the team.