Be in the know – APL and Intrinsically Safe PROFINET (webinar)

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The focus of the one hour webinar will be on Ethernet APL (Advanced Physical Layer), with special attention paid to its use with PROFINET. This webinar is brought to you by PI North America. You will learn about: Webinar Details: Date: Tuesday August 27 Start: 12pm MT // 2pm ET Register here Hear from speakers:….

Is Office Cat-5e Cable good for your Industrial Network?

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Using Office Cat-5e Cable in Industrial Ethernet Networks (Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP)? Industry, at least, has figured out that using office grade switches in industrial settings is a really bad idea. Those who decided to try office grade switches soon figure out it is not a great idea after they have replaced 2 or 3….

Is ChatGPT the best available AI for Industrial Communication?

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ChatGPT, PROFIBUS, and SNAPSpecial post from our colleague James Powell, P.Eng. of JCOM Automation There has been a lot of talk about ChatGPT. My colleague Cambel Lai has been playing with it and it is certainly impressive technology. However, as others have noted, it should be used cautiously. This is especially true when applied to….

Book Now – Certified PROFINET Network Engineering Course in Red Deer (April 17-21)

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Learn the skills to design, install, commission, and troubleshoot PROFINET networks in Red Deer, April 17-21, 2023. This course illustrates practical installation issues, goes right down to the protocol/packet level, and includes detailed information on the bus parameters. You will also learn how to minimize the impact of EMC on the network and get hands-on….

Episode #3 – How to Use Custom Alarms for Operational Efficiency of Your Industrial Network

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In the third interactive episode of “Automation Explained”, Procentec takes a closer look at optimizing operational efficiency using alarm customization. The ever-increasing adoption of IIoT solutions is setting new standards for custom automation among end users and their engineering service providers. A great development is the customization of alarms for permanent monitoring. Procentec’s aim is….

What is the most secure way of connecting a PROFINET to the cloud?

Helmholz Webinar From PROFINET Directly into the Cloud

AWS, Azure or Mindsphere? With the PN/MQTT Coupler, you can exchange data between your PLC and any cloud. You are in the right place if you need to know the answer. Register for this free webinar, sponsored by Streamline and JCOM Automation, our Helmholz PROFINET expert shows you how you can efficiently connect your fieldbus….

The Risk of Uncertified PROFINET Devices

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Have you already had your PROFINET devices certified? Certification plays an important role in quality control and provides peace of mind for end users. It ensures conformity with standards and underpins operational performance and interoperability. Certification is mandatory for PROFINET products. It also ensures freedom of choice of supply. Uncertified devices can cause malfunctions in….

PROFINET Ring Topologies: The principles and benefits

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One great advantage of PROFINET is that it offers a variety of network topologies. Did you know that ring topologies are becoming more common in the industry as they establish redundancy and increase the reliability of your network? There are important factors to ensuring you have a proper ring topology. This 1-hour Procentec webinar will….

How to have a successful PROFINET Project

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In this webinar get an introduction to PROFINET and the essential elements that you need to have a successful PROFINET project. Expert James Powell of JCOM Automation, will show you: Learn tips and tricks for working with PROFINET. What to watch out for when implementing PROFINET. How to determine if your network is healthy. Including….