Abstract Masterclass APL

Thursday march 27th from 09.30 to 11.00

Speaker

In today’s industry, technology plays a crucial role in ensuring efficiency, safety and sustainability. One of the latest and most ground-breaking technologies in this field is Ethernet-APL. In this paper, we will highlight the key aspects of this technology and its products, discuss its introduction and the path to successful implementation.

  • Introduction: Ethernet-APL is a groundbreaking technology in the industry, playing a crucial role in ensuring efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
  • Availability and Qualification: Ethernet-APL technology is available and has been successfully qualified for industrial applications. APL field switches are widely used and qualified, though not yet available from all manufacturers.
  • Sustainable Introduction by BASF: BASF is committed to the sustainable introduction of Ethernet-APL technology, providing necessary resources and actively participating in its development and promotion.
  • Leading Role in the NAMUR APL Task Force: BASF leads the NAMUR APL Task Force to accelerate the implementation of Ethernet-APL technology, ensuring it meets the highest standards through regular consultations and visits to the APL laboratory in Ludwigshafen.
  • Readiness and Practical Application: Ethernet-APL has proven its functionality through successful implementation in various industrial applications, demonstrating its reliability and efficiency. It offers practical benefits such as improved communication infrastructure, increased data rates, and simplified integration into existing systems.
  • Conclusion: Ethernet-APL represents a significant advance in industrial communication technology. Sustained adoption and active promotion by companies like BASF will ensure its successful implementation and long-term positive impact on the industry.