Partnership with PLCnext

Now, SQL4Automation bridges PLCnext to any SQL database, no custom code, no middleware. Log process data, feed your MES or ERP, and unlock the full value of your PLCnext installation.

2026

We are thrilled to announce our official partnership with PLCnext by Phoenix Contact and the release of SQL4Automation v5.2.0.3, which brings full PLCnext support to our platform.

PLCnext has become one of the most powerful open PLC platforms on the market. Combining IEC 61131-3 automation programming with a full Linux environment, C++, Python, and native IIoT connectivity (AWS, Azure, Google IoT), it is already trusted across:

• Water treatment & critical infrastructure
• Renewable energy & hydrogen storage
• Smart manufacturing & automotive
• Edge computing & IIoT applications

Now, SQL4Automation bridges PLCnext to any SQL database, no custom code, no middleware. Log process data, feed your MES or ERP, and unlock the full value of your PLCnext installation.

The documentation and controller libraries are available free of charge and can be downloaded directly here.

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