Combining OpenTAP with Customized Test System Engineering
OpenTAP is an open-source test automation framework designed to simplify the development, execution, and management of automated test sequences. Its modular, plugin-based architecture enables flexible integration of measurement instruments, hardware components, and custom test functionality.
As an experienced developer and manufacturer of customized test systems, MCF Technologie combines the capabilities of OpenTAP with extensive expertise in measurement technology, electronics, software development, and automation.
Our goal is to deliver complete, production-ready testing solutions that meet the specific requirements of each application, rather than simply providing individual hardware or software components.
A Strong Partnership with Keysight Technologies
MCF Technologie and Keysight Technologies have been working together for many years, successfully integrating Keysight measurement instruments into a wide range of customer-specific test applications.
Joining the OpenTAP Solutions Partner Program further strengthens this collaboration.
By combining Keysight's expertise in test and measurement technology, the open OpenTAP ecosystem, and MCF's capabilities in customized test system development, we can provide customers with integrated and scalable test automation solutions.
As an OpenTAP Solutions Partner, MCF Technologie supports customers in:
Developing customized OpenTAP-based test systems for development, validation, and production
Integrating measurement instruments and hardware through dedicated OpenTAP plugins
Developing custom test steps and plugins tailored to specific testing requirements
Modernizing existing test systems and migrating legacy test applications to OpenTAP
Implementing complete test automation solutions, from initial concept to production deployment
From OpenTAP to Complete Production Test Systems with Tap.X
While OpenTAP provides a powerful foundation for test execution and hardware integration, industrial production environments often require additional functionality, including intuitive operator interfaces, product and variant management, traceability, and integration with production equipment.
To address these requirements, MCF Technologie uses Tap.X, a software platform developed by TapX Software GmbH, to automate its test systems.
Built on OpenTAP, Tap.X extends the framework with a modern, touch-optimized user interface and functionality designed for industrial test operations.
As an official Tap.X partner, MCF Technologie combines the software platform with its customized hardware solutions, creating integrated test systems for both manual and fully automated applications.
This approach allows customers to benefit from the flexibility of an open test automation framework while gaining the functionality and usability required for everyday production.
Open, Flexible, and Ready for the Future
We believe that open software architectures are an important foundation for sustainable test automation.
OpenTAP enables test solutions to be extended, adapted, and maintained independently of proprietary, closed software ecosystems. Its plugin-based structure makes it possible to integrate new instruments, add functionality, and evolve testing processes as requirements change.
By combining OpenTAP with our expertise in customized test system engineering, we help customers build reliable, maintainable, and scalable testing solutions.
We look forward to expanding our collaboration within the OpenTAP ecosystem and supporting more companies on their journey toward open and flexible test automation.
Learn more about our partnership in the official OpenTAP announcement.
