White Paper: Applying Wireless to EtherNet/IP Systems

Wireless Ethernet can reliably reduce network costs while improving plant production, but applying these technologies is not a simple matter, as industrial Ethernet systems vary greatly in terms of bandwidth requirements, response times and data transmission characteristics. This white paper from ProSoft explores these applications.
Feb. 5, 2010
The ODVA EtherNet/IP network standard is gaining popularity as a preferred industrial protocol. Plant Engineers are recognizing the significant advantages that Ethernet-enabled devices provide, such as ease of connectivity, high performance and cost savings.While Ethernet/IP has many advantages, cable installation is often expensive, and communications to remote sites or moving platforms may not be reliable or cost-effective. Wireless Ethernet Technologies have emerged that can now reliably reduce network costs while improving plant production.However, applying these technologies is not a simple matter as the industrial Ethernet system vary greatly in terms of bandwidth requirement, response times and data transmission characteristics. This paper will explore applying IEEE 802.11a/b/g and proprietary frequency hipping wireless technologies to EtherNet/IP based networks for industrial automation systems.Download white paper