Due to the increasing number of smart devices connected to the network, the volume of data in industrial networks is constantly growing. With our powerful communication components for controllers, you can respond flexibly to the growing challenges.
All types of control architectures inevitably require and include communication solutions such as Real-Time Ethernet or fieldbus networks. Due to the increasing intelligence of network nodes such as sensors and actuators, the volume of data traffic between field devices and controllers is growing considerably. As a manufacturer of control systems, you need to design your devices and their communication interfaces to be more and more performance oriented in order to keep step with future requirements. Our flexible and high-performance solutions for industrial communication can help you. Whether you need faster updating of I/O data or network-wide real-time exchange of diagnostic information: the innovative solutions from Hilscher open up new possibilities with consistent communication designs.
Components for master protocols
Ready-to-use communication modules with master functionalities for controllers are rare in the automation market. Hilscher is the market leader in multi-protocol solutions. We can provide you with the right solution for master protocols that is the right fit for the target system. Our hardware, software, and tools are made for each other, so you can focus on developing your application.
Increasing network intelligence
The demands on control devices are growing with the increasing intelligence and networking of industrial networks. It is important for you as a manufacturer to be prepared for future scenarios by choosing the right components. Take advantage of our wide range of products and services today and benefit from our innovations for tomorrow's solutions.
Flexibility and variability
Global markets require a wide range of communication protocols. Keeping protocol conversions as simple as possible is your key to serving new target markets quickly and efficiently. With our multiprotocol netX technology, as well as standardized interfaces, drivers and tools, we guarantee maximum flexibility for you.
Safety
Decades of specialization in industrial networks (e.g., with netFIELD, netX) make Hilscher an expert in secure communication interfaces in the Industry 4.0 environment.
In addition, Hilscher offers hardware-based encryption (e.g., TLS/SSL, IPsec), secure boot & secure firmware updates, as well as integrity checks of the software and communication channels.
The netX multiprotocol processors bring industrial communication to your machines and devices. Whether master or slave applications, legacy fieldbuses, fast Industrial Ethernet or IIoT data traffic - with highly integrated netX SoCs you rely on solutions from the market leader.
Embedded modules from Hilscher are the ideal solution for integrating a fieldbus or Real-Time Ethernet interface into a compact automation device. They allow field devices such as drives or controllers to be quickly and easily integrated into automated systems.
cifX PC cards are the easiest and fastest way to integrate PC-based devices into an automated environment. Based on our netX communication controllers, you get access to all protocols – in any form factor for any application.
Complexity and variability make optimizing your Real-Time Ethernet network a challenge, because faults need to be found and eliminated as quickly as possible. With Hilscher's netANALYZER and netMIRROR you can reliably monitor your data traffic.
Control Systems with netX technology
Based on our netX technology, our communication controllers, embedded modules and PC cards are used in countless control systems worldwide. Building on our decades of expertise, you can integrate your control system reliably into modern fieldbus and Real-Time Ethernet networks. Our industry-leading and wide range of products has the right solution for every application, no matter what the required network standards are.
Thanks to our Hilscher platform strategy, all products have the same interfaces, drivers and tools. You can also rely on our support services, for example, for personalizing your device or for certification processes.
Thanks to the reliability and long-term availability of our products, Hilscher provides sustainable solutions in many areas including:
- Laser controls
- Control systems (electronics production and automation technology)
- HMI controllers
- Honing controllers
- PLCs
- Crane controllers (also remote)
- Burner controllers
- Controller for minimum-dose automatic lubrication systems
- Pneumatic control systems
- Controllers for heat treatment ovens
- Leveling control systems for loading gantries
- Device controllers
- Extensive portfolio for every application
- Multi-protocol solutions
- Lower development costs
- Fast time to market
- Easy integration
- Support and additional services throughout the entire lifecycle
- Long-term product availability
Find your solution
Would you like to integrate your devices into industrial networks reliably and future-proof? We can help you do just that—with customized solutions that are perfectly tailored to your requirements.
Whether you want to retrofit existing products, develop new devices, or make entire product families communication-capable, our technologies, expertise, and services will help you achieve your goals efficiently.
Let's work together to make your components fit for industrial networks.
Enis Hassad
Account Manager
Mail: EHassad@hilscher.com
Tel: +49 6190 9907 765
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What PC Cards does Hilscher offer for Control Systems?
Our PC cards enable easy connection of PC-based automation systems to industrial Ethernet and fieldbus networks. They are available in numerous form factors—from PCI Express to CompactPCI to M.2—and offer reliable communication for demanding applications.
How can devices be easily equipped with industrial communication?
Compact communication solutions for rapid integration. Our embedded modules combine compact design with comprehensive functionality. They enable you to quickly and easily equip your devices for industrial Ethernet and fieldbus communication—without having to develop your own hardware.
How can I analyze the communication of my systems transparently and accurately?
Complete transparency across your networks – simple and precise Our netANALYZER and netANALYZER Scope diagnostic tools give you deep insight into the communication of your systems. They record process data, bus load, jitter, and many other relevant parameters – for a comprehensive analysis of networks.
What advantages do netX controllers offer for the integration of Industrial Ethernet and fieldbus protocols?
The key to universal communication capability for your devices. Our netX controllers are the ideal solution if you want to integrate communication directly into your devices. They offer maximum flexibility and support numerous industrial Ethernet and fieldbus protocols—with just a single chip.
Yokogawa Electric, a leading company in integrated plant production control systems, has implemented S2 redundancy for their PROFINET IO controller by adopting Hilscher's comX embedded module, thereby improving the operation rate of the plant.
Orange Precision Measurement implements PROFINET, EtherCAT, and EtherNet/IP as well as DeviceNet using Hilscher's netX 90 multiprotocol communication controller, enabling the American manufacturer of precision measurement tools to supply its products to various customers.
From motor controllers to the consolidation of entire control cabinet contents, dieEntwickler Elektronik (dEE) implements innovative netX 90 projects and opens up the entire internal periphery of the small multiprotocol controller. Read more about our integration partner here!
Drive manufacturer NORD DRIVESYSTEMS realizes more compact frame sizes and facilitates servicing with netX.
