The Next Generation Equipment Automation Platform
NxSphere® EAP+ is a cloud-native EAP and SECS/GEM software platform, evolved from the proven SecsToTool.NET SDK into a modern equipment data platform for semiconductor manufacturing.
It connects factory systems (MES, SPC, RMS, Analytics) to shop-floor equipment through SECS/GEM, OPC UA, and custom protocols. With REST API SECS/GEM integration, any full-stack developer can connect, collect data, and control equipment — no SECS/GEM coding required.
Built on Kubernetes equipment automation architecture — EAP+ scales from a 10-tool pilot to 1,000+ equipment in production without re-architecture.
Cloud-Native Microservices Architecture
Built on a cloud-native microservices architecture, NxSphere® EAP+ scales seamlessly from a 10-tool pilot to a 1,000+ equipment factory — without re-architecture. Kubernetes equipment automation enables independent scaling, rolling updates, and fault isolation. Deploy on Docker, bare metal, or any cloud — on-premises or air-gapped.
Everything You Need, Out of the Box
A complete equipment integration platform with web console, REST APIs, OEE analytics, and enterprise security — no separate tools or modules to buy.
Open API
REST API SECS/GEM integration. Connect your MES, SPC, RMS from any language — Python, Java, Node.js, C#. No SECS/GEM expertise needed.
Rapid Integration
Connect to any equipment and instantly discover all GEM data points. Build tool models in minutes, not days.
Auto-Discovery
No-code SECS/GEM equipment onboarding. Discover variables, events, alarms, and constants automatically.
Built-In OEE Analytics
Equipment data platform for semiconductor manufacturing. Measure utilization, availability, and alarm analytics in real-time.
No-Code Data Logger
No-code SECS/GEM data collection to PostgreSQL, MSSQL, or CSV via the web console. Zero custom coding.
Enterprise Security
JWT authentication, RBAC with 3 role levels, and centralized license management.
Kafka Event Streaming
Real-time equipment data streaming for high-throughput data pipelines. Equipment events as Kafka topics.
Cross-Platform
Run on Windows and Linux. Built on .NET 8.0 with native container support for Docker and Kubernetes.
Seamless Migration
Import existing tool models from SecsToTool.Net. Preserve your investment and upgrade without rewriting integrations.
Learn More About NxSphere® EAP+
NxSphere® EAP+ includes full documentation — installation guide, user guide, and REST API reference with OpenAPI/Swagger — to get your team productive fast.
A working Host Client sample application and GEM Equipment Simulator are included, so you can test and validate integrations without real equipment.
Our SECS/GEM technical experts are available to assist with installation, configuration, and support.
Deployment
Deployment Model: Cloud, On-premise, or Hybrid
Container Support: OCI-compliant container image. Runs on any standard container runtime, including Docker, containerd, Podman
Orchestration: Kubernetes-ready, with Helm charts included.
Database: PostgreSQL with TimescaleDB extension.
System Requirements (Pilot Node)
OS: Windows or Linux (container runtime required).
CPU: 4 Cores minimum
Memory: 8GB minimum, 16GB (recommended)
Storage: 64 GB minimum (scales with data retention policy)
Programming Interface
(Can be extended to support GEM300 streams and functions)
OPC
Support OPC UA client
Custom Protocol
Extensible via Custom Protocol Connectors
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FAQ
Do I need SECS/GEM expertise to use this SECS/GEM software?
No. NxSphere® EAP+ abstracts the SECS/GEM complexity behind a REST API, Kafka, SignalR, and no-code data logger. Any full-stack developer familiar with REST APIs can connect equipment, collect data, and send control commands — without learning SEMI standards or writing SECS/GEM driver code.
Can I migrate from NxSphere® EAP (SecsToTool.NET) to this cloud-native EAP?
Yes. NxSphere® EAP+ supports seamless migration by importing your existing tool models from NxSphere EAP. Your investment in equipment configuration is preserved, and the same .NET custom handler base class is supported — so your existing integration code continues to work on the cloud-native EAP platform.
What deployment options does this Kubernetes equipment automation platform support?
NxSphere® EAP+ runs on Docker, Kubernetes, or bare metal. It supports Windows and Linux, and can be deployed on-premises, in a private cloud, in hybrid configurations, or in air-gapped environments. Start with a single-server pilot and scale to a multi-node Kubernetes cluster when ready.
Which equipment protocols does this factory integration software support?
SECS/GEM over HSMS (TCP/IP) and SECS-I (RS232), native OPC UA client connectivity, and a pluggable custom protocol framework for proprietary equipment interfaces. GEM300 support (E39, E40, E87, E90, E94, E116) will be included progressively.
How does EAP+ provide REST API SECS/GEM integration with MES and SPC?
NxSphere® EAP+ exposes all equipment data and control through a full OpenAPI/Swagger specification. Your MES, SPC, and Analytics teams integrate in their preferred language — Python, Java, C#, Go, Node.js. Real-time data is available via Kafka streaming, SignalR/WebSocket push, Webhooks. Direct database logging is also available for no-code SECS/GEM data collection.
Is the equipment data platform for semiconductor OEE analytics included?
Yes. A dedicated FactoryOEE microservice computes equipment availability, utilization, and alarm analytics directly from SECS/GEM event and state data. Results are stored in TimescaleDB for real-time dashboards. No third-party analytics platform or data warehouse required.