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How to Pass Data Securely Through a DMZ

There are issues with passing operations technology data through a DMZ using OPC UA or MQTT. Secure tunnel/mirroring software resolves them.

Continuous Expansion of Wireless Capabilities

Control explores the evolving landscape of wireless technology and its implications for various industries.
An example of EtherNet/IP CAT5e cables from Belden.

EtherNet/IP Gets New Process Device Profiles

ODVA has added process device profiles to the EtherNet/IP specification to provide a standard format for process variables and diagnostics and support Ethernet-APL.
SignalFire Pressure Scout for remote pressure monitoring and alarming in the field.

SignalFire Ranger Achieves Sparkplug Compatibility

The cellular field device signal transmitter is reportedly the first field device to pass the Sparkplug Compatibility Program
Nathan Henderson

Assessing System Integrators in the Mining and Metals Industry

Operating in a technically and physically demanding field requires tremendous coordination and a team of knowledgeable and experienced personnel. Here’s how to determine if an...
Endress+Hauser’s Open Integration partner program tested its field level devices, along with products from Pepperl+Fuchs, Honeywell and ABB, to verify Ethernet-APL's capabilities.

Multi-Vendor Ethernet-APL Test Proves the Technology’s Market Readiness

Ethernet-APL load tests conducted as part of Endress+Hauser’s Open Integration partner program proved that Ethernet-APL can be used in real world scenarios using components from...
The Antaira LNP-0800G unmanaged switch supports eight Gigabit Ethernet connections with 30W per port PoE+.

New Product Spotlight: Unmanaged Power Over Ethernet Switches

Antaira releases two new hardened, unmanaged PoE switches and extends integration of persistent PoE technology into its managed switches to ensure consistent data collection during...
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3 Big Industrial Networking Developments

Ethernet-APL to become more widely available, ownership of the Process Automation Device Information Model expands, and development of a single standard for an interoperable OPC...

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ERP’s Growing Importance to Production Operations

How manufacturers are leveraging the connection between ERP and plant floor systems to improve production operations.
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Endress+Hauser's Ethernet-APL Approach

Ryan Williams of Endress+Hauser explains the company's work with Ethernet-APL to bring Ethernet connectivity to field devices. He also explains how instrument measurements are...