Join the OpenOpcUa Ecosystem
Build expertise on OOUAMiddleware and become part of a network of qualified industrial OPC UA partners.
OpenOpcUa aims to develop a network of competent industrial partners capable of designing, integrating and deploying large-scale OPC UA architectures based on OOUAMiddleware.
Joining the ecosystem means developing real technical expertise in OPC UA information modeling, architecture and industrial deployment.
OpenOpcUa Partnership Plans provide the structured path to acquire this competence.
Why an OpenOpcUa Ecosystem?
Industrial OPC UA projects require more than software.
They require architectural expertise, modeling competence and long-term industrial integration experience.
The OpenOpcUa ecosystem is designed to enable:
- system integrators building industrial OPC UA architectures
- OEMs integrating OPC UA into machines and equipment
- software vendors connecting industrial platforms
- experts specializing in OPC UA information modeling
The objective is to progressively establish a network of qualified partners capable of supporting large industrial deployments.
4CE Industry is the historical technical driver of OpenOpcUa, but the long-term goal is to build a broader ecosystem of competent partners.
Becoming an OpenOpcUa Partner
Joining the ecosystem is not simply a registration process.
OpenOpcUa partners are expected to develop practical competence in:
- OPC UA architecture design
- industrial information modeling
- large-scale OPC UA deployments
- OOUAMiddleware configuration and integration
The OpenOpcUa Partnership Plans provide the resources and guidance necessary to progressively acquire these capabilities.
Who Should Join?
The OpenOpcUa ecosystem welcomes organizations and experts interested in developing strong OPC UA capabilities, including:
- industrial system integrators
- machine builders and OEMs
- SCADA, MES and industrial software vendors
- industrial automation consultants
- universities and training centres
- OPC UA specialists seeking collaboration
OpenOpcUa Partnership Plans
OpenOpcUa offers several partnership plans designed to support different levels of engagement and expertise development.
These plans typically include combinations of:
- Starter Kits and technical resources
- architectural guidance
- support and expert assistance
- access to OpenOpcUa technologies
- progressive integration into the OpenOpcUa partner ecosystem
The goal is not only to provide software but to help partners develop real industrial OPC UA competence.
A Progressive Qualification Path
The OpenOpcUa plans are designed as a progressive path. Early levels support evaluation and first technical contact. Higher levels provide the training, guidance and sustained interaction required to become a competent industrial partner.
StarterKit – Entry-level technical evaluation package
Hardware
(Raspberry Pi 4 Model B)
- Broadcom BCM2711, Quad core Cortex-A72 (ARM v8) 64-bit SoC @ 1.5GHz
- 2GB LPDDR4-3200 SDRAM (depending on model)
- 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, BLE Gigabit Ethernet
- 2 USB 3.0 ports; 2 USB 2.0 ports.
- Raspberry Pi standard 40 pin GPIO header
Software
- OpenOpcUa binaries for Raspbian.
- 1‑hour private webinar
- Full documentation
Green plan
Includes:
- 1‑hour private webinar
- OpenOpcUa binaries
- Full documentation
- For non‑commercial use
Best for: experimentation, testing, academic or evaluation projects.
Blue plan
Includes:
- 1‑hour private webinar
- OpenOpcUa binaries
- 2 weeks technical support
- Full documentation
- For non‑commercial use
Best for: prototypes, R&D teams, and early integration requiring expert help.
Bronze plan
Includes:
- OpenOpcUa binaries
- 1-hour live webinar,
- Documentation package
- 1 month technical support.
- Commercial use allowed
Best for: small projects or commercial PoCs that need short-term support.
Silver plan
Includes:
- OpenOpcUa binaries,
- 4 days of live remote training
- Documentation package
- 3 months of technical support.
- Commercial use allowed
Best for: engineering teams needing structured onboarding & multi‑week assistance.
Titanium plan
Includes:
- OpenOpcUa binaries,
- 4 days of live remote training,
- Documentation package
- A weekly one-hour live meeting
over a six‑month period - 6 months of technical support.
- Commercial use allowed
Best for: teams integrating OpenOpcUa into industrial products or long-term projects.
Gold plan
- OpenOpcUa binaries,
- 4 days of live remote training
- Documentation package
- A weekly one-hour live meeting
over a twelve‑month period - 12 months technical support.
- Commercial use allowed
Start Your Journey
If you are interested in developing expertise with OpenOpcUa and participating in the ecosystem, you can start by exploring the available Partnership Plans or by contacting the OpenOpcUa team.
FAQ
What is OpenOpcUa?
OpenOpcUa is a full, production‑grade OPC UA implementation designed for industrial, embedded, and cloud systems. It provides advanced features, high performance, and long‑term stability, maintained by developers with 25+ years of OPC experience.
Is OpenOpcUa ready for commercial use?
Yes. The Bronze, Silver, Titanium, and Gold plans include full commercial use rights. Green and Blue plans are intended for non‑commercial, evaluation, or academic use.
What does it mean to join the OpenOpcUa ecosystem?
Joining the OpenOpcUa ecosystem means entering a structured path to develop real competence in OOUAMiddleware, OPC UA architecture, information modeling, and industrial deployment. It is not simply a registration process. The objective is to progressively build a network of qualified partners capable of designing, integrating, and supporting industrial OPC UA projects.
What technical support durations do you offer?
Engagement plans are available from one month (Blue, Bronze) to three months (Silver), six months (Titanium), and up to twelve months (Gold). Premium tiers include structured weekly one-hour live sessions with the OpenOpcUa core team, ensuring continuous architectural alignment and project acceleration.
Are the Partnership Plans designed as a qualification path?
Yes. The OpenOpcUa Partnership Plans are designed as a progressive qualification path. Early levels support evaluation, first technical contact, and initial experimentation. Higher levels provide the training, architectural guidance, and sustained interaction needed to develop the practical competence required to become a qualified industrial partner.
Do you provide OPC UA training?
Yes. Silver, Titanium, and Gold sponsorship plans include 4 days of live remote training using Teams, Meet, or Zoom—covering architecture, security, modeling, and best practices.
What do I receive with the StarterKit?
The StarterKit includes OpenOpcUa binaries for Raspbian, full documentation, and a 1‑hour private webinar. It is ideal for evaluation, prototyping, and early OPC UA integration.
Can OpenOpcUa be used on embedded devices?
Absolutely. OpenOpcUa is widely used on embedded Linux devices, gateways, industrial controllers, and compact ARM platforms such as Raspberry Pi.
Can I get direct assistance from OpenOpcUa developers?
Yes. All plans provide direct access to OpenOpcUa core developers for technical guidance, troubleshooting, architecture advice, and performance optimization.
Is the OpenOpcUa ecosystem limited to 4CE Industry?
No. 4CE Industry is the historical technical driver of OpenOpcUa, but the long-term objective is broader. OpenOpcUa aims to develop a larger ecosystem of competent industrial partners, including system integrators, OEMs, software vendors, and OPC UA specialists capable of supporting large-scale projects based on OOUAMiddleware.