Products for Network Integration Standards & Protocols

Beckhoff Future-Proofs Hybrid Connectors in Industrial Cable Offering
- Beckhoff Automation
The comprehensive hybrid connector portfolio from Beckhoff is ready for upcoming IEC 61076-2-118 standard updates, further enhancing EtherCAT-based One Cable Automation technology.

ODVA's Ethernet/IP Concurrent Connections for Critical Applications Now Available with CIP Safety
- ODVA
ODVA announces that the CIP Safety on EtherNet/IP technology now allows the use of Concurrent Connections for applications requiring both high availability and functional safety.

Moxa Smart Switches Offer Industrial Automation Engineers the Tools Needed to Transition to a Digital Future
- Moxa Technologies Inc
These smart switches support all widely used automation protocols to provide seamless SCADA/HMI integration that improves visibility and operational efficiency.

Beckhoff's New Distributed I/O Box Detects Complex Movements with High Accuracy
- Beckhoff Automation
The machine-mountable EP3751-0260 EtherCAT Box features an accelerometer and gyroscope in one compact, IP67-rated device.

AutomationDirect Presents LS Electric XMC EtherCAT Motion Controllers and EtherCAT Bus Coupler
- AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added the powerful LS Electric XMC motion controller to provide full EtherCAT master motion control.

Siemens Unveils Innovative Motor Management System for Industrial Switchboards
- Siemens
The new product series complements the existing SIMOCODE portfolio and is designed to optimally meet the requirements of motor control centers.

POSITAL Upgrades IXARC Absolute Encoders with EtherNet/IP Interface
- POSITAL - Fraba Inc.
POSITAL has introduced new versions of its IXARC absolute encoders with the popular Ethernet/IP interface.

ABB Introduces CIP Safety FSCS-21 Function Module
- ABB
Certified by TUV, this compact plug-in safety module enables seamless integration of ABB drives into a CIP Safety network with any CIP Safety PLC.

Rotork Enhances Data Collection with Industrial Ethernet
- Rotork PLC
Rotork is excited to introduce its fully integrated ethernet actuator, which is compatible with EtherNet/IP Modbus TCP and PROFINET protocols.

Softing IT Networks Extends Its Tester Portfolio to Include the CableMaster PoE
- Softing Inc.
This dedicated power over Ethernet (PoE) cable tester extends the CableMaster product series which includes the CableMaster 210 wiremapper.

Rockwell Automation Introduces GuardLink 2.0 with New EtherNet/IP Interface
- Rockwell Automation
GuardLink 2.0 offers advanced diagnostics by way of the new Allen-Bradley 432ES GuardLink EtherNet/IP On-Machine Interface or a combination of our Dual GuardLink Relay and EtherNet/IP Interface.

Softing's dataFEED OPC Suite Extended Offers Additional Security for Data Integration with OPC UA Reverse Connect
- Softing Inc.
With the integration of OPC UA Reverse Connect into its dataFEED OPC Suite Extended V5.22, Softing enables secure communication between OPC UA components in OT and IT that are separated by firewalls or DMZs.

congatec Introduces Ecosystem for TSN Networked Real-time Factories and Critical Infrastructures
congatec, a leading vendor of embedded and edge computing technology, has introduced its new ecosystem for TSN aimed at networked factories and critical infrastructures.

Takebishi's DeviceXPlorer OPC Server Is Now Available as a Free Trial at Iconics.com
- ICONICS
- Takebishi Corporation
ICONICS is honored to have been selected by Takebishi Corporation, the leading OPC products supplier in Asia, as their primary distribution partner for the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Rockwell Automation Enables Better Asset Management and Visibility With My Equipment Subscription
- Rockwell Automation
The launch of My Equipment Digital enables new functionality with digital collection and updating of industrial automation asset data through the use of network-based devices.

Optimal Engineering Systems Releases Four Serial Communication Controlled Solenoid Drivers
- Optimal Engineering Systems (OES)
These low cost, very high reliability, microcomputer based, compact 76.2 mm by 76.2 mm (3.00 in. by 3.00 in.) solenoid drivers are ideal for solenoids, relays, actuators and electromagnets in applications such as: Mixing, disconnects, door controls, cabinet locks, fire suppression systems, vending machines, valve control, transmission shifting, sorting and farm machinery.

Siemens Releases MultiFieldbus Interface Module for SIMATIC ET 200SP
- Siemens
Launch of the new MultiFieldbus interface means the SIMATIC ET 200SP can now be used in applications that previously used only Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP.

AMETEK Abaco Systems Boosts Processing Performance and Bandwidth in New SBC3513 Single Board Computer
- Abaco Systems
The rugged, SOSA-aligned SBC is designed with 100Gb Ethernet data plane and PCIe Gen4 expansion plane for demanding applications.

Siemens' New Desigo CC V6 Building Management Platform Adds Native Cloud Connectivity
- Siemens
Siemens Smart Infrastructure has unveiled the latest version of Desigo CC, its integrated building management platform for the digitalization of buildings of any size.

HighByte Expands Industrial Connectivity from Microsoft Azure IoT Edge to Azure Digital Twins
- HighByte
- Microsoft
The industrial software company has expanded cloud connectivity and improved enterprise IT management with HighByte Intelligence Hub version 2.5.

Optris Expands Infrared Temperature Measurement Devices with Network-Enabled Protocols
- Optris
Optris, the specialist in non-contact temperature measurement, is introducing new digital interfaces for process automation.

Emerson Enhances Control System Software to Increase Operational Agility
- Emerson
DeltaV update features support for PROFINET S2 devices, more flexible operator training functions and robust change management for human machine interfaces.

Allient Launches SMLC-e Multi-Axis Motion Controller and EC Series EtherCAT Servo Drive
Allient Rochester has announced the SMLC-e multi-axis motion controller with EtherCAT and the EC Series EtherCAT servo drive, the latest additions to its Servo Control Solutions product line.

Renesas Releases Certified PROFINET-IRT and PROFIdrive Software Stacks for RZ/T and RZ/N Series Microprocessors
- Renesas Electronics
Renesas Electronics Corporation has introduced the PROFINET-certified IRT and PROFIdrive software stack for its RZ/T and RZ/N series of microprocessors for industrial networking systems.

Kistler Optimizes Hot Runner Control with ComoNeo and the AkvisIO Process Data Management Software
- Kistler Instrument Corporation
Kistler has optimized its proven solutions for hot runner control and statistical process control (SPC) in plastic injection molding.

Acromag Adds RESTful API Support to Ethernet Remote I/O Modules
- Acromag
The embedded RESTful API facilitates web service development to transfer data between I/O Modules and network clients.

AMCI Offers New Ethernet Device Scanner
This software makes managing IP address conflicts and subnet issues more efficient, without the need for complex network reconfiguration.

Betacom and Siemens Launch Private 5G Network Platform to Accelerate Manufacturing Innovation
- Siemens
The companies have deployed a private 5G network platform at MxD (Manufacturing x Digital), the National Center for Cybersecurity in Manufacturing in Chicago.

NovaTech Automation Meets Growing Demand for Networking with Substation-hardened Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet Switches
- NovaTech Process Solutions, LLC
NovaTech Automation is excited to announce the release of the Hermes 2000 series of utility-grade Layer 2 Ethernet switches.

Antaira Introduces Managed Ethernet Switches Optimized for Industrial Network Infrastructures
- Antaira Technologies, LLC - formerly Aaxeon Technologies
Antaira Technologies has launched the LMP-0702G-SFP-24-T-V2 environmentally-hardened, Light Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch.