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2022-09-25 12:38:0008:01 94

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Smart factory setups require a fast, scaleable and robust fieldbus

By Stephen Hayes, Managing Director, Beckhoff Automation UK

For many manufacturers, the first steps to digitalisation are often wrought with uncertainty: “What network architecture will work best? What controllers, hubs and switches do we need?” and “How do we build a system with real-time communication?”

For many, going back to basics – and considering the underlying fieldbus technology that most of today’s digital platforms are built on – is perhaps the best first step.

It doesn’t matter whether a company runs dozens of pick and place robots or has advanced motion control systems in place, the reality is that all companies want the same thing – to run efficient, robust and often scaleable networks that can handle increasing high-volume processes that are digitally connected