Networks and Communications
Standards Organizations
Who Owns and Supports the EtherNet/IP Network?
EtherNet/IP is an open, industrial Ethernet standard managed, supported, and promoted by several leading industrial network trade associations.
Tools for product developers such as the specifications and freeware for creating server or target devices are readily available over the Web. Today, more than 800 developers have downloaded these tools to rapidly bring their EtherNet/IP-compatible tools to market. Through these industrial network trade associations, EtherNet/IP is supported by more than 500 automation suppliers worldwide including industry leaders such as Rockwell Automation, Omron, and Kukla Robotics.
Who Owns and Supports the ControlNet Network?
Who Owns and Supports the DeviceNet Network?