At the heart of iFix 3.5 is the Process Database. Unlike modern systems that might utilize SQL databases for real-time data, iFix 3.5 relies on a proprietary, block-based database. Engineers configure "blocks" (such as Analog Input, Digital Output, and Calculation blocks) that process data in a chain. This architecture is incredibly fast for real-time control logic and data processing, but it requires a specific skill set to configure and debug.
A: Use the PrintAlarmSummary method in VBA, or configure the AlarmODBC service to log alarms directly to a SQL table for reporting. ifix 3.5
A standout feature of this version was its use of reusable, animated objects. This allowed engineers to drag and drop complex elements (like transformers) that automatically linked to multiple data tags, significantly reducing development time. At the heart of iFix 3
Originally developed by (which was later acquired by GE Fanuc and then GE Intelligent Platforms), iFIX 3.5 was designed to provide real-time data visualization and control for complex manufacturing environments. It was one of the first systems to fully embrace Microsoft Windows standards, making it more accessible to IT departments than its predecessors. Key Technical Capabilities This architecture is incredibly fast for real-time control
Since GE Digital has sold its SCADA business to (as of 2024), support channels have changed.