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Plant- and Machine-Wide Communications
News Release from: Ethernet Direct
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 29 January 2007
Library aids industrial Ethernet
training
Ethernet Direct has established a reference library of information specifically oriented to industrial Ethernet.
Training and support in industrial Ethernet is a key focus for Ethernet Direct Understanding the terms and technology of Ethernet can be of great value as this communication becomes more common in a variety of industrial applications
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 7 Aug 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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However, finding a location that can help simplify the technology and relates it to industrial automation applications has been a challenge until now.
Ethernet Direct has established a reference library of information specifically oriented to industrial Ethernet.
The library offers easy access to: Ethernet terms and how they relate to industrial applications; network architectures and recommendations; industrial Ethernet software tools and their value; common issues that are happening on the plant floor; and important organisations and their functions.
With over 100 diagrams and expert comments, this location will provide a very unique training platform.
From individuals just starting to learn about Ethernet, to experienced network professionals trying to understand the subtle differences when applying the technology to real time control applications, this site offers something for everyone.
The Ethernet Direct library will continue to grow with more detailed help pages and references.
Sections to cover applications of EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Foundation Fieldbus HSE and Modbus TCP will be added.
Plus a section on "Security on the plant" will be added to cover issues relating to attacks and how to plan your defence.
Ethernet Direct reckons it provides the most comprehensive and easiest to understand website for industrial Ethernet.
The company comes from the industrial automation world and knows how important it is to keep a plant running or complete a project on time.
The company also knows that budgets are tight and most are not interested in paying more than they need for quality equipment.
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