PECM Issue 38 2019 | Page 157

NEWS & EVENTS PRACTICAL ASPECTS OF PROFINET, PROFIBUS AND IO-LINK Presented by PROFIBUS and PROFINET International and hosted by Endress+Hauser, this 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 Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Covering key application areas such as control systems and energy management, pulp & paper, chemical, utilities, pharmaceutical, mechanical handling and logistics, robotics, automotive engineering, electrical and electronics assembly, packaging and printing, it focuses on the practical aspects of using PROFINET, PROFIBUS and IO-Link, from system design and safety considerations through to fault- finding and maintenance. Supported by an exhibition with 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 the design, operation and maintenance of modern automated factories and process plant. With nearly 80 million nodes installed worldwide, PROFINET, PROFIBUS 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 process plant and manufacturing facilities. The event will provide delegates with an excellent networking opportunity and the ability to speak to experts. For more information and registration go to: https://wp.me/p2ChOt-6Uo or email [email protected] Helping you improve safety, efficiency and compliance LEARN SOLVE PROBLEMS EEMUA’s goals are member focused and aimed at helping you to operate safer sites with a skilled and competent workforce. EEMUA provides a broad-based resource for all those for whom good practice in a range of industries is a critical feature – engineers, purchasers, specifiers and those involved in training. Publications Industry news On-line Information training conveyed through technical committees, working groups, forums and seminars Courses SHARE EXPERIENCES You can rely on EEMUA to help improve your safety, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and bottom line. Learn more on the benefits of EEMUA membership – contact [email protected] Upcoming EEMUA events: Strengthening your cyber security weak spot – 23 May 2019 – Birmingham Detecting and managing HTHA – 20 June 2019 – Manchester Issue 38 PECM 157