There’s currently no shortage of new buzzwords in communications technology, which promise ultimate solutions for Industry 4.0 scenarios. One technology alone is insufficient for a sustainable, practical implementation…but do not worry! PI has a defined and consistent method to assess new technologies.
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Tag: Issue163
Hannover Messe 2018: Dominated by Industrie 4.0
Join us in Hall 9, Booth D68 at Hannover Messe 2018! Learn about: PROFINET@TSN with a live demonstration, how PI is approaching Security, and where OPC UA fits in with a new video. See you there!
Providing Industry Foursight
The combination of PROFINET plus OPC UA plus TSN provides a recipe for success as the boundaries between conventional ISA95 levels are blurring. PI is working hard to ensure our networks enable the future: Industry 4.0.
New Products – April 2018
This month’s New Products article features the first inclinometer with PROFIsafe from TWK, two new motion control components with PROFINET connectivity from Siemens, and two process instruments with PROFIBUS PA connectivity from Vivace.
Process Automation Monitoring and Control with IO-Link
A leading oil product manufacturer chose IO-Link to improve oil tank visibility, viscosity monitoring, label detection, and much more. They were able to achieve solutions with in-depth diagnostics, remote web interfaces, and advanced device replacement thanks to IO-Link.
Upcoming Webinar: Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
PROFINET has the best in class diagnostic mechanisms, being built on standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet allowing the use of Information Technology (IT) protocols as part of its communication architecture. Become an expert in diagnostics, sign up for the upcoming webinar!
PROFINET Cables and Implementation Considerations
This NEW PI white paper explores different types and classes of PROFINET cables. It also gives an overview of specialty type cables and implementation considerations. Download the full white paper and learn more!
Regional News – April 2018
PI at embedded world; a PROFINET developer workshop in Italy; a new board of director member in PI Italy and PI Brazil training classes and expos. A glance at our regional news…