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Industrial Networking News for the Americas

Powerful Cloud Apps, Integrated Security Built on This Unique Chip

The netX 90 chip is a unique IIoT network controller that supports all popular protocols, slave connectivity, cloud-based applications and the cyber-security needed for 21st century operations over the internet. It’s IEC 62343-capable and supports Real Time Ethernets, OPC UA and MQTT, all crucial to the evolution of IIoT systems. netX 90 can easily be integrated into next-generation products without jeopardizing existing systems and networks. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER READ MORE

netX STUDIO CDT Toolkit Simplifies netX 90 Application Development

To make configuring netX 90 even easier, Hilscher has enhanced its netX STUDIO configuration tool to include all the components needed in one package. netX STUDIO CDT provides simple drop-down menus for configuring all the available parameters for both the chip and the firmware. The “CDT” stands for “C/C++ Development Toolkit” and is a set of Eclipse plug-ins for C code development. netX STUDIO CDT builds upon previous versions by providing flashing, de-bugging, editing and pin assignment tools, plus a Doxygen document generator. The biggest benefit? A 50% reduction in programming and configuration time!
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netRAPID 90 Makes netX 90 Deployment Easy and Quick

Another way to use the netX 90 is by integrating it as part of the netRAPID 90 chip-carrier solution. Everything you need is on a single module that’s “ready-to-solder.” Hilscher takes care of all communications functions, including comms stack and on-chip peripherals. You only add the network specific connector and transformer, LEDs and power. Hilscher’s automated production line allows manufacture in quantities down to one-offs. Updated tests show that netRAPID 90 can withstand operating temperatures of 85 degrees C with no airflow. Customer-developed application software can be pre-loaded and tested to save money and effort during vendor device production. READ MORE

Quick Start Development of IIoT Products and Applications

New technologies, such as the IIoT, always require a familiarization and evaluation period when developing products and applications. Hilscher offers the netX 90 Starter Kit to streamline this process. It includes chip samples, a development board and five hours of professional support along the way. READ MORE

Automation Distributors Signal Growing Interest in IIoT Gateways

Hilscher North America Distribution Network Manager Victor Wolowec believes that Hilscher’s early commitment to IIoT applications has given the company a substantial advantage in next-generation automation markets. “I am seeing massive interest in developing IIoT-enabled strategies and products,” he says. “How to get that data reliably and securely up through the automation hierarchy to where it can be used most effectively is a growing priority. I believe that our products, especially our Edge Gateways, are going to play a leading role”. READ MORE

Fast, Automated Analysis of Real-time Networks

netANALYZER Scope is an analysis tool for Real-Time Ethernet networks that’s easy to use even without in-depth knowledge of the Real-time Ethernet protocol. It’s a valuable maintenance and de-bugging tool that connects passively to a network and automatically interprets system-specific telegram traffic. It arranges process values with an exact time stamp, with clear text names and the correct data type. All process values are recorded seamlessly, cycle by cycle, exactly as they occur. One tool supports EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT and PROFINET with automatic detection of devices.
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Hilscher Highlights IIoT Solutions, CIP Security at SPS

At SPS in Nuremburg, Germany, Nov. 26-28, Hilscher will showcase new IIoT solutions at its booth and will take part in a CIP Security Demonstrator at the ODVA booth. CIP Security is an enhancement to EtherNet/IP for addressing cybersecurity issues using technologies such as TLS and DTLS. Hilscher’s netX 90 chip is already CIP Security-ready. Hilscher booth highlights include its IIoT Edge Gateways, netX 90 chips and modules and the introduction of its netFIELD platform. Hilscher’s contributions to the Open Industry 4.0 Alliance will also be featured. READ MORE

10th Anniversary for Connector-Style PROFIBUS/PROFINET Converter

netLINK PROXY, Hilscher’s unique connector-style PROFIBUS/PROFINET converter, is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. The device incorporates everything needed to convert PROFIBUS data into PROFINET data and is the simplest, least costly and most convenient way of integrating PROFIBUS devices into Real Time PROFINET networks. READ MORE

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