
Market Analysis: Industrial Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Industrial Ethernet Reaches 79%
A market analysis by HMS Networks shows that Industrial Ethernet accounts for 79% of all newly installed network nodes. Fieldbus technologies continue to lose ground.

SPS 2025 (www.computer-automation.de)
The wheel of fortune spins again
The automation industry is counting down the days until the SPS - and we make sure that every visit is twice as worthwhile. Stop by the Pelemedia stand and spin the wheel of fortune: every spin wins and guarantees you an attractive prize.

Acquisition (www.computer-automation.de)
HMS Networks takes over Molex Division
HMS Networks is acquiring significant parts of Molex's Industrial Communications division. The acquisition includes IP rights, development sites and an existing product portfolio in industrial communications. Closing is expected in January 2026.

HMS at the embedded world 2025 (www.computer-automation.de)
Ready-to-install embedded communication interfaces
'Anybus CompactCom' is a product family of ready-to-install embedded communication interfaces for connecting automation devices to all major industrial networks from HMS.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Range of embedded communication interfaces expanded
HMS Networks is launching another version of the embedded communication interfaces 'Anybus CompactCom'. Anybus CompactCom B40 Mini' complements the 40 series with a communication interface that is optimized for automated production.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Cybersecurity solutions for industrial networks
With 'Anybus Defender', HMS Networks presents a new product series for the highest cyber security requirements in industrial environments. The product range offers protection for networks in the manufacturing industry, for machine builders and for the critical infrastructure sector.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Cybersecurity for industrial networks
With 'Anybus Defender', HMS Networks presents a new product range for the highest cyber security requirements in industrial environments. The new product range offers protection for networks in the manufacturing industry and for the critical infrastructure sector, among others.

Most read (www.computer-automation.de)
The top articles in July 2024
Innovative spirit and entrepreneurial thinking characterize the most-read articles from July. Find out more about competitive advantages through AI, click through award-winning developments and read more about model-based design and quantum sensor technology.

Most read (www.computer-automation.de)
The top articles in June 2024
The most-read articles in June illustrate the power of the automation industry. Read more about the technologies and strategies that are gaining ground in areas such as networking, robotics, safety and the process industry.

Industrial Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Industrial Ethernet dominates
Every year, HMS Networks conducts a market analysis of industrial networks. The latest study shows that the market for industrial networks is continuing to expand, with expected growth of 7% in 2024.

Industrial networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Industrial Ethernet dominates
Every year, HMS Networks conducts a market analysis of industrial networks. The latest study shows that the market for industrial networks is continuing to expand, with expected growth of 7% in 2024.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Maturity certification 'Maturity Level 3' achieved
HMS Networks, provider of communication solutions for industrial networks, has received the ML3 certification (Maturity Level 3) of IEC 62443-4-1 for the 'Anybus' product brand: Secure Life Cycle Requirements for Product Development.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Radio gateway for 5G applications
With the development of the 'Wireless Bolt 5G', HMS Networks is expanding its 'Wireless Bolt' series of wireless gateways with a variant that supports data transmission via 5G.

Acquisition (www.computer-automation.de)
HMS Networks acquires Red Lion Controls
HMS Networks, a provider of industrial information and communication technology, has entered into a binding agreement with Spectris Group Holdings to acquire Red Lion Controls, a provider of industrial automation solutions based in the USA.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Forced to act
With almost double the scope, the new Machinery Regulation will become law with the same wording in all EU countries after a transitional period, meaning that compliance with it is mandatory. What challenges does this pose for machine manufacturers?

The e-paper for the special issue (www.computer-automation.de)
Safety & Security 2023
The European Union's new Machinery Regulation was recently published. From this date, machine manufacturers and operators have 42 months to comply with the new requirements for machines and systems. This and more news on the topic in the interactive e-paper.

In focus: Connection technology (www.computer-automation.de)
The e-paper of issue 07/23
Communication and networking is the central theme of the current issue: first insights into the program of the TSN/A-Conference 2023, the cover story is all about SPE at field level and the "Digital Twin" series deals with the digital twin as an integration entity.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Functional safety via Ethercat
HMS Networks is launching a version of the 'Ixxat Safe T100' module that allows users to implement safe EAs for Functional Safety over Ethercat. This enables the module-based implementation of safe EAs in accordance with ETG 5100 V1.2.0.

Procentec devices now under the Anybus label (www.industrial-production.de)
Anybus can now also perform network diagnostics
HMS Networks has assigned its network diagnostics product series, which previously bore the logo of the acquired company Procentec, to its main brand Anybus.

Overview (www.computer-automation.de)
The top articles in May 2022
The Top 10 shows clear movements in the market: all kinds of premieres were announced and automation companies reported positive results and forecasts. In addition, interest in product trends continued unabated, as did interest in our new medium. Read for yourself.

HMS (www.computer-automation.de)
Groundbreaking ceremony for new distribution center
HMS Networks is expanding its Karlsruhe site. A new European distribution center is being built opposite the Karlsruhe Technology Park.

Overview (www.computer-automation.de)
The top articles in October
A touch of anarchy surrounds the most-read articles from October - from data chaos and new standards to an event with no mask requirement at all.

Advertorial (www.computer-automation.de)
Secure IIoT connection for automation devices
OPC UA and MQTT have become established for accessing data from automation devices from the IT level in a production plant. Device manufacturers must therefore implement both IIoT protocols in addition to the traditional fieldbuses. Not an easy task.

HMS (www.computer-automation.de)
CAN communication via WLAN or Bluetooth
HMS Networks has expanded the 'Anybus Wireless Bolt' product family to include a CAN variant that enables robust CAN communication via WLAN or Bluetooth for industrial applications and commercial vehicles, even in harsh environments.

HMS Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
New security concept for routers
HMS Networks presents Ewon Cosy+, a new generation of secure remote maintenance routers. The company is relying on a new security concept.

Industrial networks 2021 (www.computer-automation.de)
Market distribution worldwide
HMS Networks collects data on the market for industrial networks as part of an annual study. According to this year's study, the market for industrial networks is expected to grow by 6% in 2021 despite the coronavirus pandemic.

Industrial communication (www.industrial-production.de)
Uncomplicated networking
Thilo Döring, Managing Director of HMS Industrial Networks GmbH, deals with questions such as the best way to achieve a networked factory and the optimal technology for this on a daily basis. We asked him where German industry stands when it comes to digitalization and how it can move forward.

HMS (www.computer-automation.de)
Live monitoring of machines
HMS Networks introduces eCatcher Mobile KPIs, an update to this app that allows users to check the status and performance of their machines equipped with an 'Ewon' router live from any location.

HMS (www.computer-automation.de)
Logger, bridge and range extender
With CANnector, HMS is adding a device with an extended range of interfaces and functions as well as a logging function to its 'Ixxat CAN@net NT' and 'CANbridge NT' series.

HMS (www.computer-automation.de)
View data from globally distributed machines
HMS Networks introduces Ewon DataMailbox, a secure, free cloud-based solution that enables machine builders and plant operators to access data from their globally distributed machines.

Intesis Gateway (www.industrial-production.de)
Communication between production and building
HMS Networks introduces an Intesis protocol converter for communication between manufacturing Profinet PLCs and BACnet IP/MSTP building management systems. This enables complete integration, monitoring and control of data between manufacturing and buildings.

CLPA (www.computer-automation.de)
Supports CC-Link IE TSN
The Anybus product family from HMS Industrial Networks enables data exchange between field devices, machines and systems via common fieldbus and industrial Ethernet networks. The company has expanded the modular embedded family 'Anybus CompactCom' to include CC-Link IE TSN.

Network diagnostics (www.computer-automation.de)
HMS Networks makes a purchase
HMS Industrial Networks, a wholly owned subsidiary of HMS Networks, has acquired 70% of all shares in the Dutch company Procentec, based in Rotterdam.

Protocol converter (www.industrial-production.de)
HMS presents 2nd generation
HMS Networks presents the 2nd generation of Anybus Communicator protocol converters. The device connects serial field devices and machines with industrial networks.

Real-time communication (www.industrial-production.de)
Condition monitoring via smartphone or tablet
HMS introduces eCatcher Mobile KPIs, an update to its app that allows users to check the status and performance of their machines equipped with an Ewon router live from any location.

HMS Industrial Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Industrial Ethernet continues to gain ground
The market share of Industrial Ethernet in terms of newly installed nodes in factory automation has risen to currently 64%. Fieldbuses, on the other hand, fell from 35% to 30%, while the market share of wireless technologies remained stable at 6%.

Advertorial (www.computer-automation.de)
Simply into the cloud. But safely!
With Anybus Edge, HMS Networks offers a complete solution for cloud connectivity at the production level. The solution closes the gap between production and the cloud and enables users to implement the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) easily and securely.

IoT Hotspot (www.computer-automation.de)
Grid operators under pressure to act
The high investment costs for the expansion of the 5G network are causing problems for network operators. The technology consultancy BearingPoint assumes that network operators therefore need to reposition themselves - now!

M2Web service (www.industrial-production.de)
Monitoring of key machine figures
HMS has launched a new version of the M2Web service that allows users of Ewon Cosy and Flexy products to monitor key performance indicators of machines in remote locations. The new version has an intuitive graphical user interface and a map view of connected machines.

Industrial communication and IoT (www.industrial-production.de)
Rutronik expands with products from HMS Industrial Networks
Rutronik is expanding its portfolio to include products from HMS Industrial Networks, a manufacturer of solutions for industrial communication and the Internet of Things. The companies have signed a global distribution agreement.

Product presentations (www.computer-automation.de)
News from the field of predictive maintenance
In the course of Industry 4.0, remote control - i.e. remote access to machines and systems - is generally gaining in importance. The picture gallery shows a selection of current products in this area.

Product presentations (www.computer-automation.de)
Building blocks for Industry 4.0
I4.0-capable components on machines and systems are essential for the smart factory of the future - everything from sensors and control systems to cloud connectivity is required. Below is a small selection.

Repeater (www.computer-automation.de)
In four variants
In addition to bridges and gateways, HMS Industrial Networks also offers four Ixxat repeaters that support both the CAN standard and the CAN FD standard.

Monitoring (www.computer-automation.de)
Simple remote monitoring of generators
The Ewon Netbiter product family from HMS Industrial Networks is a complete solution for remote monitoring of industrial plants consisting of the Netbiter gateways and the associated 'Netbiter Argos' cloud.

Ethernet / Fieldbuses (www.computer-automation.de)
Market shares of industrial networks 2019
Industrial Ethernet and wireless networks continue to grow rapidly, while fieldbuses declined for the first time in 2019. This is the conclusion reached by HMS Industrial Networks in its annual evaluation of the network market.

Hanover Fair 2019 (www.computer-automation.de)
New products at the industrial trade fair
'Industrial Intelligence' - this is the guiding theme of the Hannover Messe 2019. Computer&AUTOMATION shows an excerpt of the products that can be seen in Hanover in a picture gallery.

Field buses (www.computer-automation.de)
Support for MQTT
Service Pack 1 (SP1) for the 'Ixxat CANbridge NT' and the 'CAN@net NT' from HMS Industrial Networks comes with numerous new functions and improvements.

Networking / IIoT (www.computer-automation.de)
HMS acquires Webfactory
HMS Industrial Networks, manufacturer of solutions for industrial communication, has acquired a majority stake in the German software company Webfactory. With this step, HMS intends to expand its IIoT software portfolio.

Mobile communications / Hannover Messe 2019 (www.computer-automation.de)
5G test fields and applications live at the trade fair
What benefits will the upcoming 5G mobile communications standard bring to industrial applications? Visitors to Hannover Messe 2019 will find answers to these questions in Hall 16, where the organizer - Deutsche Messe AG - is bundling the topic in the '5G Arena'.

HMS Industrial Networks (www.computer-automation.de)
Secure path to the IIoT
HMS Industrial Networks is presenting two new gateway families. A striking feature of the devices: they support MQTT and OPC UA.
