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PROFIBUS, PROFINET & IO-Link Exhibition – Cambridge, Sept 26
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Plenty for industrial and process network users to see at free Cambridge seminar and exhibition
Sponsored by a European Interreg Project named “Industry 4.0 via Networked Control Applications and Sustainable Engineering” – aka INCASE, this free-to-attend seminar addresses the key practical issues arising from the use of digital communications technologies in automated manufacturing and process industry applications, with particular attention to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0
In addition to a highly informative seminar covering the essentials of using PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link, the event will also feature an exhibition of the latest products from PI-UK member companies including:
- AJM Engineering Management
- Balluff
- Belcom Cables
- Endress+Hauser
- HMS UK
- HiPort Controls
- Hitex UK
- Industrial Communication Products
- Phoenix Contact
- WAGO
… plus a special demonstration of the INCASE Interreg 2 Seas Project provided by project partners UGent, KU Leuven, the Universityof Essex and the University of Kent, showing in a joint experiment how redundant networks “survive” massive EMI disturbance.
More about the Exhibits and Exhibitors
HMS
Since 1988 HMS Industrial Networks has helped companies get connected. Three decades later, trends such as the Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 require more industrial machines to become networked and HMS’s products provide a fast and easy way to do so via our product portfolio that includes software stacks, embedded boards, and gateways, through to cloud-based monitoring and control solutions.
Hitex
Hitex will be showing a range of Tools for Connecting and testing, PROFIBUS & PROFINET including the new OPC suite with support for REST and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB which is ideal for IoT and industry4 applications.
Hi-Port Controls
Hi-Port will be demonstrating PROFIBUS and PROFINET equipment from Procentec……and our own HP-25 PROFIBUS Cable Testers. On display will be ProfiTrace PROFIBUS Analyser and Trouble-shooting tools, and a wide range of versatile PROFIBUS repeaters and PROFINET switches plus the new Procentec Atlas Industrial Ethernet Diagnostic tool. Hi-Port also offers help with on-site fault-finding, advice on device selection, and training on commissioning and maintenance.
Belcom
Belcom Cables are a specialist cable distributor based close to Stansted Airport in Essex. Our stock holding of PROFIBUS and PROFINET cables is probably the most comprehensive in the UK. We stock the cables as either soft skin or dataguard SWA for added protection, solid or stranded conductors are available with PVC or LSZH jackets. Our services allow for cable to be cut to length, printed if required and shipped for next day delivery across the UK.
INCASE Interreg 2 Seas Project
The stand consists of 2 parts: a number of racks show measurement and diagnostic technologies for PROFINET, incorporating redundant network parts using MRP, PRP and HSR. In the 2nd part, EMI is injected in a controlled way on the physical layer of one of the redundant paths; measurements with an Ethernet decoding oscilloscope show signals and characters on different points, and measure the network recovery time and introduced latency. More information …
WAGO
WAGO will be displaying their new PFC200 PROFIBUS master mounted on a demonstration board fitted with 4ch IO-Link master, and interoperating with PROFIBUS and CANopen slaves; graphics display via a free WAGO app on IOS – also available for Android. They will also be showing a selection of rail mounted terminals, power supplies, Jumpflex, relays and the XTR extreme range of I/O -40°C to +70°C.
Phoenix Contact
Proficloud is a cloud based solution from Phoenix Contact offering professional cloud services for customers using Profinet Controllers from any PLC Vendor. This is by virtue of the fact that the Proficloud Cloud Coupler is a Profinet Device with its own certified GSDML description file. Phoenix Contact will be speaking on and demonstrating this Industrial Internet Of Things concept.
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PROFIBUS, PROFINET & IO-Link Exhibition – Wrexham, Sept 26
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Plenty for industrial and process network users to see at free Wrexham seminar and exhibition
Sponsored by Glyndwr University and featuring a presentation from cyber security expert Dr Paul Comerford, this free-to-attend event addresses the key practical issues arising from the use of digital communications technologies in automated manufacturing and process industry applications with particular attention to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0
In addition to a highly informative seminar covering the essentials of using PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link, the event will also feature an exhibition of the latest products from PI-UK member companies including:
- AJM Engineering Management
- Balluff
- Belcom Cables
- Control Specialists
- Endress+Hauser
- HMS UK
- HiPort Controls
- Hitex UK
- Industrial Communication Products
- iTech
- Phoenix Contact
- Siemens DF & PD
- WAGO
Delegates will also get the chance to view Wrexham Glyndwr University’s engineering labs.
More about the Exhibits and Exhibitors
HMS
Since 1988 HMS Industrial Networks has helped companies get connected. Three decades later, trends such as the Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 require more industrial machines to become networked and HMS’s products provide a fast and easy way to do so via our product portfolio that includes software stacks, embedded boards, and gateways, through to cloud-based monitoring and control solutions.
Hitex
Hitex will be showing a range of Tools for Connecting and testing, PROFIBUS & PROFINET including the new OPC suite with support for REST and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB which is ideal for IoT and industry4 applications.
Siemens
On tour throughout Europe, The PROFINET Truck will present the central themes associated with using PROFINET for automation and will introduce the associated components and solutions from Siemens. The truck focuses on PROFINET functions and applications. Visitors to the truck will learn more about how to benefit from using PROFINET, how to integrate PROFINET in factory and process automation through the TIA Portal and SIMATIC PCS 7, and what Siemens current products can do for them. More information …
Hi-Port Controls
Hi-Port will be demonstrating PROFIBUS and PROFINET equipment from Procentec……and our own HP-25 PROFIBUS Cable Testers. On display will be ProfiTrace PROFIBUS Analyser and Trouble-shooting tools, and a wide range of versatile PROFIBUS repeaters and PROFINET switches plus the new Procentec Atlas Industrial Ethernet Diagnostic tool. Hi-Port also offers help with on-site fault-finding, advice on device selection, and training on commissioning and maintenance.
Belcom
Belcom Cables are a specialist cable distributor based close to Stansted Airport in Essex. Our stock holding of PROFIBUS and PROFINET cables is probably the most comprehensive in the UK. We stock the cables as either soft skin or dataguard SWA for added protection, solid or stranded conductors are available with PVC or LSZH jackets. Our services allow for cable to be cut to length, printed if required and shipped for next day delivery across the UK.
Wrexham Glyndwr University
Delegates will also get the chance to view Wrexham Glyndwr University’s engineering labs, which includes industry-standard PROFIBUS equipment from Helmholz, Softing Industrial, Siemens, WAGO and Procentec as used on the university’s industrial engineering degree programmes.
WAGO
WAGO will be displaying their new PFC200 PROFIBUS master mounted on a demonstration board fitted with 4ch IO-Link master, and interoperating with PROFIBUS and CANopen slaves; graphics display via a free WAGO app on IOS – also available for Android. They will also be showing a selection of rail mounted terminals, power supplies, Jumpflex, relays and the XTR extreme range of I/O -40°C to +70°C.
Control Specialists
Control Specialists Ltd are the UK Approved Solutions Partners of Indu-Sol GmbH for sales and technical support. Their monitoring and diagnostic tools for PROFIBUS, PROFINET and AS-I as well as those associated with EMC measurements for industrial networks will be on display.
iTech
iTech is a system integration company based in Troon. Today on our table top we are showcasing mainly PROFIBUS and PROFINET Technologies in the form of:
- “Atlas” Procentec’s new industrial Ethernet monitoring tool.
- PROFIBUS / Analyser i.e. both hand held Profitrace as well as a Combricks fixed device.
Experts are available from both the manufacturer Procentec, and ourselves to answer any questions you have with regards to the technologies.
AJM Engineering Management
AJM Engineering Management provides PROFIBUS and PROFINET Design, installation and test expertise and high-quality equipment to the automation world. We distribute products for Helmholz, Insevis, Schildknecht, Atop, Vivace Process Instruments, Metalwork and Pilz, and will be showcasing the diversity of our product inventory at this year’s event at Wrexham University.
Click here for more information and to register
How to find nearly 2000 IO-Link Device Descriptions
On-line IODD directory lists over 1900 IO-Link Device Descriptions
Just 6 months after its introduction, over 80% of all known IO-Link devices are already included in the IODDfinder, the central database for IO-device descriptions. The service launched by the IO-Link community at the start of this year was received very well by manufacturing companies and users alike and will contribute decisively towards the further spread of IO-Link.
The IODDfinder portal meets the desire of users of IO-Link technology for a central access point for IODDs of all IO-Link devices common in the market. This data pool is available 24/7 allowing interested parties access to the database and facilitating direct connection of engineering and parameterization tools. Relevant software tools are given access via the Internet to this manufacturer-neutral data pool, which guarantees users automatic access to all operationally-important description files of IO-Link devices.
So far, more than 30 manufacturers of IO-Link devices are participating in the data platform and have already stored about 1900 IODDs. With this amount of IODDs, more than 3900 different IO-Link devices can be parameterized. On the consumer side, the platform was able to deal with roughly 2500 call-ups per day in the first half of the year.
These figures demonstrate in an impressive way how valuable the new Internet service is for the IO-Link world. The IODDfinder can be reached either from the IO-Link homepage (http://www.io-link.com) or directly via the following link: https://ioddfinder.io-link.com.
The IO-Link Community is represented in the UK by PROFIBUS and PROFINET International – PI UK.
PI UK to support Connected Manufacturing at Advanced Engineering 2017
Connected Manufacturing at the NEC, Birmingham – Nov 1 and 2
We’re delighted to be exhibiting and presenting in the NEW Connected Manufacturing Zone at Advanced Engineering 2017, where our involvement in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0 through PROFINET and IO-Link is particularly relevant.
We’ll be joining with other key supporters of UK industry including GAMBICA, EEF (The Manufacturers’ Association), BARA and GTMA. It is the UK’s largest gathering of industry professionals.
“Now more than ever, industrial production is a key driver for innovation, productivity, growth and job creation” said Alison Willis, Advanced Engineering’s Event Director. “As we embark on this new revolution where disruptive technologies connect information technology and operational technology, Connected Manufacturing will catalyse the business and technology opportunities that exist between innovators, customers and suppliers – including those within IIoT, big data, automation and more. With exhibiting companies such as ABB, Staubli, Omron, Rockwell, Autodesk, and many more, Connected Manufacturing will showcase the products, software, systems, networks and enabling technologies that will help UK Industry embrace IIoT and Industry 4.0 and thus reap the rewards of increased productivity, product quality, profitability and employment opportunities.”
“We at PI UK are particularly pleased to have been invited to take such a high profile position at this industry-leading event. We are looking forward to showing why and how our technologies form the backbone of Connected Manufacturing”, commented Bob Squirrell, Chairman of PI UK. “Come and see us on stand CM35 where we’ll be demonstrating PROFINET and IO-Link.”
Click here for more information and to register
NB: Members of PI are entitled to a 10% discount on exhibition stands.
PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link Seminar – Cambridge, October 11
Free Training for Industrial and Process Network Users
Sponsored by a European Interreg Project named “Industry 4.0 via Networked Control Applications and Sustainable Engineering” – aka INCASE, this free-to-attend seminar addresses the key practical issues arising from the use of digital communications technologies in automated manufacturing and process industry applications, with particular attention to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0
Covering key application areas such as mechanical handling and logistics, robotics, automotive engineering, electrical and electronics assembly, control systems and energy management, pulp & paper, chemical, utilities, pharmaceutical, packaging and printing, it focuses on the practical aspects of using PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link, from system design and safety considerations through to fault-finding and maintenance.
Supported by demonstrations of actual tools used in configuration and maintenance, the seminar will be of great value to Designers, Production/System Engineers, Instrument Technicians/Engineers and C&I Engineers involved in design, operation and maintenance of modern automated factories and process plant.
With nearly 80 million nodes installed worldwide, PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link are truly market leaders, providing state of the art digital communications addressing all the needs of manufacturing and process industries, significantly lowering capital expenditure on installation, commissioning and maintenance. They offer unprecedented integration of automation, control, monitoring and safety systems using standardised and widely supported communications and networking solutions.
This seminar is ably presented by specialists from PI UK member companies. Attendance is free of charge to pre-registered delegates from the User community, i.e. companies that own, operate, design, build or maintain automated plant. The event will provide delegates with an excellent networking opportunity and the ability to speak to our experts whom, we promise, will not force you to buy anything.
“Very well presented and a lot of useful information” “Fantastic as always and very informative”
“Superb day for experience and information”
If you’d like to learn how to simplify your PROFIBUS, PROFINET or IO-Link application … don’t miss this one-day Seminar!
Draft Agenda – subject to change
| 08:30 – 08:55 | Registration and refreshments | |
| 08:55 – 09:20 | Welcome and Keynote address | Derek Lane, WAGO for PI UK and Philippe Saey, KU Leuven for INCASE |
| 09:20 – 09:30 | Introduction to the exhibitors | Derek Lane and Philippe Saey |
| 09:30 – 09:50 | Introduction to PROFIBUS International and the basics of PROFIBUS and PROFINET | Mark Freeman, Siemens |
| 09:50 – 10:10 | PROFINET network design | Peter Brown, Siemens |
| 10:10 – 10:40 | Coffee and exhibition | |
| 10:40 – 11:10 | PROFINET network redundancy with MRP, PRP and HSR: working principles, measurements, application example from industry | Philippe Saey & Frederic Depuydt, KU Leuven (Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium) |
| 11:10 – 11:30 | PROFINET network commissioning and testing | Dave Tomlin, Hitex |
| 11:30 – 11:50 | PROFIBUS DP/PA network commissioning and testing | Richard Needham, Hi-Port Controls |
| 11:50 – 12:10 | PROFINET of Things for IIoT and Industry 4.0 | Derek Lane |
| 12:10 – 12:30 | PROFIcloud – the Professional Cloud from Phoenix Contact | Tony Deane and Arno Martin Fast, Phoenix Contact |
| 12:30 – 13:20 | Lunch and exhibition | |
| 13:20 – 13:40 | PROFIBUS & PROFINET device configuration tools | Phil Waterworth, Endress+Hauser |
| 13:40 – 14:00 | Safety & Security for Control Networks | Cliff Martin, BAE Systems |
| 14:00 – 14:20 | IO-Link technology | Russell Smith – Balluff |
| 14:20 – 14:40 | EMC interference in industrial networks – understanding and avoiding the risks. | Peter Thomas, Control Specialists |
| 14:40 – 15:10 | Coffee and exhibition | |
| 15:10 – 15:30 | Troubleshooting EMI in industrial networks: practical cases. | Jos Knockaert, UGent (Ghent University, Belgium) |
| 16:00 – 16:10 | Summary, questions and close | Derek Lane |
Click here for more information and to register
Exhibition
The event will also feature an exhibition of the latest PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link products from PI-UK member companies. Click here for more information about the exhibits.
Click here for more information about the seminar and to register
PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link Seminar – Wrexham, September 26
Free Seminar for Industrial and Process Network Users
Sponsored by Glyndwr University and featuring a presentation from cyber security expert Dr Paul Comerford, this free-to-attend seminar addresses the key practical issues arising from the use of digital communications technologies in automated manufacturing and process industry applications, with particular attention to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and Industry 4.0
There will also be a prize draw for a chance to win a 20 minute flight in Glyndwr’s state of the art Merlin flight simulator.
Covering key application areas such as mechanical handling and logistics, robotics, automotive engineering, electrical and electronics assembly, control systems and energy management, pulp & paper, chemical, utilities, pharmaceutical, packaging and printing, it focuses on the practical aspects of using PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link, from system design and safety considerations through to fault-finding and maintenance.
Supported by demonstrations of actual tools used in configuration and maintenance, the seminar will be of great value to Designers, Production/System Engineers, Instrument Technicians/Engineers and C&I Engineers involved in design, operation and maintenance of modern automated factories and process plant.
With nearly 80 million nodes installed worldwide, PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link are truly market leaders, providing state of the art digital communications addressing all the needs of manufacturing and process industries, significantly lowering capital expenditure on installation, commissioning and maintenance. They offer unprecedented integration of automation, control, monitoring and safety systems using standardised and widely supported communications and networking solutions.
Draft Agenda – subject to change
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Registration and refreshments | |
| 09:30 – 10:00 | Welcome and introduction to the exhibitors | Andy Smith, Endress+Hauser |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | Key note address | Phil Storrow, Glyndwr University |
| 10:15 – 10:45 | PROFIBUS International and basics of PROFIBUS and PROFINET | Mark Freeman, Siemens |
| 10:45 – 11:05 | PROFIBUS DP/PA network design | Andy Smith, Endress+Hauser |
| 11:05 – 11:25 | PROFINET network design | Peter Brown, Siemens |
| 11:25 – 12:00 | Coffee and exhibition | |
| 12:00 – 12:20 | Cyber security for industrial Ethernet | Dr Paul Comerford, Glyndwr University |
| 12:20 – 12:40 | PROFIBUS DP/PA network commissioning and testing | Richard Needham, Hi-Port Controls |
| 12:40 – 13:00 | PROFINET network commissioning and testing | Peter Thomas, Control Specialists Ltd |
| 13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch and University tours | |
| 14:30 – 15:00 | PROFIBUS and PROFINET device configuration tools. | Phil Waterworth, Endress+Hauser |
| 15:00 – 15:20 | IO-Link technology | Russell Smith – Balluff |
| 15:20 – 15:50 | The effects of EMC on bus networks | Peter Thomas, Control Specialists Ltd |
| 15:50 – 16:00 | Summary, questions, prize draw and close | Andy Smith, Endress+Hauser |
Click here for more information and to register
This seminar is ably presented by specialists from PI UK member companies and experts from Glyndwr University. Attendance is free of charge to pre-registered delegates from the User community, i.e. companies that own, operate, design, build or maintain automated plant. The event will provide delegates with an excellent networking opportunity and the ability to speak to our experts whom, we promise, will not force you to buy anything.
“Very well presented and a lot of useful information” “Fantastic as always and very informative”
“Superb day for experience and information”
If you’d like to learn how to simplify your PROFIBUS, PROFINET or IO-Link application … don’t miss this one-day Seminar!
Click here for more information and to register
Exhibition
The event will also feature an exhibition of the latest PROFIBUS, PROFINET and IO-Link products from PI-UK member companies. Click here for more information about the exhibits
Click here for more information and to register for the seminar
