To enhance plant efficiency, the automation industry embraces specific trends, including Industry 4.0, implementing connected systems, adopting predictive maintenance practices, and integrating the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
To effectively support these trends, process plants require seamless access to device data in the field, along with state-of-the-art network technology. Industrial Ethernet enables state-of-the-art technology for wired digital communication, which has been extensively utilized in various industries for many years. Different Industrial Ethernet protocols are available, depending on the capabilities of the PLCs and the specific use cases.
