Network technologies power modern industries and buildings

Network technologies

Network technologies in industrial- and building environments enable fast, secure, and reliable communication across various digital platforms. They connect devices and systems, ensuring real-time data exchange and robust security.

Network-technologies
Industrial-Ethernet-networks-vs-Fieldbus

Industrial Ethernet networks

Industrial Ethernet networks offer several advantages over Fieldbus networks, including:

Real-time communication

Achieve ultra-low-latency communication, ensuring timely and synchronized data transfer for time-sensitive industrial processes.

Flexibility

Support various topologies, including star, ring, and bus configurations, enabling adaptable factory layouts and efficient communication between machines.

Scalability

Higher transfer rates and support for various topologies make Industrial Ethernet networks easier to scale, allowing for the integration of additional devices and systems as your industrial network expands.

Industrial-Ethernet-for-industrial-devices
Industrial-Fieldbus-communication-for-industrial-devices
Fieldbus networks - still going strong!

Industrial Fieldbus networks

Although Industrial Ethernet networks offer many benefits, Fieldbus networks are still thriving, especially in applications with lower requirements regarding communication speed.

HMS provides products compatible with Fieldbus networks. We offer embedded communication interfaces and gateways for all major Fieldbus networks, including PROFIBUS, Modbus-RTU, DeviceNet, M-Bus, ControlNet, CC-Link, and CAN/CANopen.

Network-technologies-building-automation

Building networks

Modern buildings are like advanced networks, connecting lighting, Heating, Ventilation & Air-Condtioning (HVAC), solar panels, EV-charging and much more.

Intesis communication products from HMS enable communication between all these devices and Building Management Systems using all major building protocols.

These protocols include KNX, BACnet, DALI, Modbus, M-Bus, Home Automation, OCPP, Lonworks and more.

Q&A

What are the key differences between Industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus technologies?

Industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus technologies serve as communication protocols in industrial automation, but they differ in several aspects. While Industrial Ethernet offers high-speed communication and flexibility, Fieldbus networks are known for their simplicity and reliability.

Which applications most benefit from using Industrial Ethernet networks?

Any application that requires high-speed communication, real-time capabilities, determinism, flexibility in network topology, or scalability will benefit from Industrial Ethernet networks. This includes application in various industries such as manufacturing and the energy sector.

Which applications can continue to use Fieldbus networks?

If your application is currently utilizing a Fieldbus network and meets its requirements, there's no immediate need to change. Fieldbus networks remain robust and are suitable for applications with lower communication requirements. Again, these applications can be in any industry.

Is it important to monitor the network?

Monitoring the network is crucial, regardless of whether it's an Industrial Ethernet or Fieldbus network. HMS provides a range of Anybus Diagnostic products and services designed to help companies monitor their industrial networks to ensure the network’s health and prevent any unexpected issues. 

Product categories

Products used for industrial Ethernet networks

Our customers speak for us

Case studies and testimonials

Anybus_case-study_customer-image_front_RSP
Embedded network interfaces Anybus

Connecting robot accessories to any industrial network

Robots need accessories to work efficiently. But what’s the easiest way to connect the accessories to factory networks? The easiest way is to use Anybus’ ready-made products and expertise, as RSP found out.
Fortress Interlocks Safety Lock with implemented PROFIsafe
Embedded network interfaces Ixxat

Easy PROFIsafe integration into safety interlocks

How Fortress Interlocks integrated functional safety communication into their amGardpro series by using industrial communication solutions from HMS.
Ixxat Safe T100 - Safety implementation: Safe remote Stop for AMRs / AGVs
Embedded network interfaces Ixxat

Safe remote Stop for AMRs / AGVs – Safety implementation

A comprehensive look at the challenges, solutions, and successes in implementing essential safety features for the European market, facilitated by a partnership with HMS Networks.

Request a quote for industrial Ethernet solutions

Have a communication expert from HMS contact you to discuss your specific requirements.