
Interface between OT and IT
Indu-Sol developed the Promesh P20 switch as a link between the IT level and the automation networks (Operational Technology - OT). The product has also been nominated for the Intec Award.
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Indu-Sol developed the Promesh P20 switch as a link between the IT level and the automation networks (Operational Technology - OT). The product has also been nominated for the Intec Award.

TE Connectivity has introduced a new series of robust unmanaged Industrial Ethernet switches. They have M12 connections and have been specially developed for use in railroads.

Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) is a standard that allows time-controlled and prioritized transmission of real-time critical messages via standard Ethernet hardware for the first time. With the TSN IP Core, developers at Fraunhofer IPMS offer system manufacturers and operators the opportunity to equip their devices for the new TSN standards.

RS Components has announced an extensive expansion of its PCB Part Library. This parts library serves as an important tool for engineers who develop printed circuit boards.
Data is the raw material of the 21st century. This means that the physical world is merging with the digital world, while at the same time networking is increasing - every machine, every "thing" exchanges information with others. This has an impact on connection technologies.

Siemens is expanding its Ruggedcom portfolio with a 19" rack Ethernet switch with Power-over-Ethernet support. Up to 24 Power-over-Ethernet ports make it possible to reduce the number of network devices.
Interview with Georg Stawowy, Lapp
With Industry 4.0, the requirements for data communication in factories are growing, particularly due to real-time communication. SCOPE talks to Georg Stawowy, Director of Technology and Innovation at Lapp, about what this means for connection systems and what the future standards will be.
Data is the raw material of the 21st century. To keep it moving, it needs a powerful infrastructure. This is what users get from Lapp - customized and with the right advice, promises Georg Stawowy, Lapp Board Member for Technology and Innovation.

Installation concepts based on Profibus reach their limits with a high degree of automation and short throughput times. With Profinet, an established technology is available. Murrelektronik offers plug & play devices for Profinet networks that enable the integration of IO-Link using IODD on board technology.

Lütze is expanding its modular LCOS enclosure system with two industrial-grade unmanaged switches with four and eight ports respectively. The LCOS unmanaged switches are particularly suitable for use in industrial Ethernet networks.