The SmartFactoryOWL in Lemgo, Germany hosted not only a TSN Plugfest, but also an APL Plugfest. Everyone at both events learned a lot and came away with an understanding on what it takes to achieve the next level of success with these groundbreaking technologies.
Signing GSD files ensures authenticity and guarantees the integrity of the functional description of a device from the manufacturer. Read about the process and how the new GSDX files are generated.
After 12 years at the helm, longtime PI Chairman Karsten Schneider handed over the reins to Xaver Schmidt, who was unanimously elected as the new Chairman. Topics like process automation and network security were focal points during the many discussions.
With the number of IO-Link Safety applications growing, there is increasing demand for IO-Link Safety Certified Designers to help bring IO-Link safety related products to the ever-expanding market. Read about how this workshop helped fill the need for the IO-Link Community.
The omlox ecosystem is growing and several manufacturers of omlox products met in Lemgo, Germany to test how their products work together. Check out the successes and results at this first omlox plugfest.
PROFINET One-Day Training Classes are a great way to learn all about the technology. Check out where we will be next and sign-up for the class in your area.
The annual independent notary recording of installed products with interfaces using technology from PROFIBUS & PROFINET International (PI) yielded very positive numbers for 2022. This is especially true for PROFINET and IO-Link, but PROFIsafe achieved a considerable increase over the previous year as well.
PROFIdrive adoption is accelerating and quickly becoming an easy and convenient way to commission drives from different manufacturers. The addition of PROFIsafe with PROFIdrive, along with advanced simulation capabilities, provide a comprehensive and complete solution.
