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Fieldbus Foundation releases SIF interoperability test kit
The Fieldbus Foundation has released the latest version of its FOUNDATION for Safety Instrumented Functions (SIF) Interoperability Test Kit (ITK). This test solution has been updated with new test cases…
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Getting to know Object Oriented Programming
(OOP), with its clear modular structure, is an exciting programming methodology emerging in the area of automation and controls. Many programmers, particularly those who are versed in the IEC 61131-3…
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Updated specifications for safety instrumented functions available
The Fieldbus Foundation has released an updated version of its FOUNDATION for Safety Instrumented Functions (SIF) technical specifications. The specifications now include support for FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 (31.25 bit/s) dual-mode…
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New Foundation Fieldbus system engineering guidelines now available
The Fieldbus Foundation has released a major revision to its AG-181 System Engineering Guidelines.  AG-181 is a comprehensive guide that includes best practices and recommendations for a complete FOUNDATION fieldbus…
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Industrial networking: Bridging the gap between enterprise and plant floor networks
An increasing number of manufacturing organizations are looking at industrial networking as a discipline. Many of these companies are bringing together traditional automation engineering with corporate IT to gain a…
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Fieldbus Foundation announces first registered isolated device couplers
The Fieldbus Foundation today announced registration of the first isolated device couplers based on its FOUNDATION H1 (31.25 kbit/s) device coupler test specification. Devices from MTL and R. Stahl successfully…
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The sound of success
Like many businesses competing in a global market, Sony Corporation is challenged to do more with less.  The electronics company provides leading-edge products like Blu-ray Disc players, Bravia televisions, Cyber-shot…
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Fieldbus solutions market driven by emerging markets: ARC
The worldwide market for fieldbus solutions in the process industries is expected to grow at an above average compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) for the next five years, according to…
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