Industrial Automation is rapidly evolving, and secure data exchange between control systems has never been more important. In this project, we demonstrate how the MQTT.box from German manufacturer Wiesemann & Theis (W&T) enables secure communication between an AutomationDirect PLC and an AutomationDirect HMI, even when they operate on two completely separate network segments. The […]
In today’s fast-evolving industrial landscape, reliable connectivity and smart automation are no longer optional—they’re essential. W&T (Wiesemann & Theis) continues to lead the way with innovative networking solutions designed to simplify industrial communication, enhance system reliability, and future-proof operations. At TE Automation, we’re excited to highlight one of the standout developments from W&T that is […]
In modern factories and industrial environments, every millisecond counts. Reliable, low-latency wireless networks are the backbone of safe, flexible, and efficient operations. Real-time WLAN enables ultra-low latency, high-reliability communication for critical control and safety systems – from machine coordination to emergency stops. It brings mobility, flexibility, and safety to operations – all without the limitations […]
SPE: The new Ethernet standard for building technology and Industry 4.0 Single Pair Ethernet – or “SPE” for short – is the new, much sought-after Ethernet standard for digitalized industry and the Internet of Things. And SPE also offers exciting prospects for building technology: Because SPE promises unhindered communication between two areas which have so […]
Can you imagine retrofitting sensors in your system, capturing signals for further processing, connecting self-contained systems to each other or incorporating additional actuators? No problem! And if needed W&T can also implement monitoring and recording of data points, creating application-specific visualisations or sending alarms for defined events. In addition they offer the ability to link […]
Integrating signals with Modbus-TCP, OPC UA/DA, REST or MQTT Automation technology in industry most often involves hardware components from many different manufacturers combined in a common system. It used to be that the data exchange needed for such systems was handled by many different fieldbus systems. Even before the advent of Industry 4.0 there has […]
The requirements for IT security are continually increasing in industry. Yet at the same time we often see a lack of personnel resources for implementing this security. The IT security products from W&T are designed for straightforward implementation of concrete security requirements. As a basic measure for many IT security concepts the W&T micro-firewalls isolate […]
Com-Servers and USB-Servers are in a class of their own because in contrast to many commercially available serial device servers and USB device servers they are not simply a power-saving computer with a piece of rather complicated software, but rather “contain” a service which is vital for any critical use: As long as there are […]
Open gates or doors remotely? Trigger alarms by switching signal lamps, horns, bells or sirens? Control outdoor lighting? All it takes is a phone call. Voice-Over-IP Voice-Over-IP has been an established communication standard for years. The advantage of this technology is that telephones, PCs and other terminal devices can operate in one and the […]
The Web-IO range from Wiesemann & Theis (W&T) now supports OPC UA, one of the most essential common communication standards. Now Web-IOs can make even older machines, controllers and measuring devices viable for the future. That’s a great benefit! The Web-IOs allow traditional automation components and various measuring points to communicate with any other machine, […]
