
Control elements that can be used for security
The control element PIToe ETH with activatable Ethernet port from Pilz protects freely accessible Ethernet interfaces in industry against unauthorized access.
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The control element PIToe ETH with activatable Ethernet port from Pilz protects freely accessible Ethernet interfaces in industry against unauthorized access.
What is the current status of Single Pair Ethernet? Are LLMs suitable as intelligent assistants? What is the 'All Electric Society'? The latest issue of Computer&Automation provides answers to these questions. Plus: the winners of the 'Products of the Year 2024' readers' poll.
We put 96 products in twelve categories to your vote in December, and now the winners have been chosen! The trophies were presented at a 'Winner's Dinner' at the Seehaus in Munich. These are your "Products of the Year 2024"!

Axians at the Hannover Messe 2024
Axians is presenting its presence at the Hannover Messe under the campaign motto "TO CONNECT OT" and is showcasing solutions and projects for the networked industry.
In theory, protection against unauthorized access is the declared aim of all winners in the 'Safety & Security' category. In practice, however, they could not be more different.

The e-paper for the special issue
What needs to be considered when implementing the new MVO by January 2027? How do safety and security interact? And how do you develop a suitable cybersecurity strategy? You can find answers to these questions, among others, in our special issue on Safety & Security.
Within the EU, the Machinery Directive regulates the safety of machinery. The regulations came into force in July 2023 and will replace the previous Machinery Directive in the future. A transition period runs until January 2027. TÜV Süd supports those affected by the implementation.
Moxa - Security basics - Part 1
Cybersecurity is clearly an absolute necessity. What is less clear, however, are the basic principles that form the foundation of a strong and effective cybersecurity strategy. If they are missing, the entire concept stands on shaky pillars.

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.

In the VDMA Forum Manufacturing-X, the association bundles all activities on this topic for member companies and stakeholders. With the forum, the association is building on what has been developed over the last 10 years by the VDMA Industry 4.0 Forum.