protocol reworking / normalization: biztalk, alternatives?
we have need take dozens opposite protocols systems such confidence systems, glow alarms, camera systems etc.. combine unparalleled common protocol. i messaging server systems allow promulgate through. polling non-polling "drivers" (protocol converters) handle rs232 / rs485 / tcp programmable "drivers" managed libel java c# rules engine capability does biztalk fit this? are there open source alternatives? is there java / java ee proceed this? at finish component scada component during is kind middleware / messaging server. any thoughts best proceed ensue appreciated. i know there substantial volume programming concerned engineer side, however tempted i am, building whole component cut appropriate.