Most modern automation systems are converging on a common IP based architecture. Whether it is an in-vehicle signage system on a bus, a remote CCTV deployment or a building management project, the following key technologies are becoming increasingly commonplace:
Industrial computers are the data processing and visualisation ‘brains’ of the system. Ethernet is used as the network infrastructure through the deployment of Industrial Ethernet switches. Cellular routers provide cable-free access to the internet and to other remote sites. Digital and analogue signals from a myriad of sensors can be captured with remote I/O modules. Serial to Ethernet converters allow legacy RS232/422/485 devices to be used in an IP based network.
Amplicon’s Emerging Technologies seminar will deliver key technical knowledge on the topics above providing System Integrators, OEMs and manufacturers with a major competitive advantage.
Full schedule of presentations from industry experts
Free consultancy / Q+A sessions with experts
Free lunch
Quick quiz with prize: Professional IP camera
Seminar Agenda
Registration
10.00 - 10.30
Welcome introduction, orientation - David Evans, Amplicon
10.30 - 10.40
Building high-reliability networks with Industrial Ethernet
David Moss of Garrettcom highlights the key benefits of Industrial Ethernet networks and how to build them – a chance to fully understand Mesh and Ring topologies.
10.40 – 11.10
Using remote I/O for networked data acquisition
Amplicon’s Measurement & Control specialist, John Hayward discusses the use of remote I/O modules for sending analogue and digital signals across a LAN, WAN or even the internet!
11.10 – 11.40
Serial to Ethernet (S2E) update
In this session, David Evans of Amplicon highlights some of the recent developments in Serial to Ethernet technology and how it can be used to save you money.
11.50 - 12.10
Demonstration of Industrial Ethernet, remote I/O & S2E
Peter Adams of Amplicon shows the morning’s technology in action.
12.10 – 12.30
Lunch
12.30 – 13.30
Cellular connectivity using 3G / GPRS networks
David Evans of Amplicon uncovers the truth behind cellular connectivity and highlights the compelling business case for using 3G routers.
13.30 – 14.00
Cellular router live demo
Jon Lyons of Digi shows how to set up a 3G router and some innovative features that will impress your customers.
14.00 – 14.30
Trends in Industrial Computing
Amplicon’s Engineering manager Richard Cobden ends the day on a high providing a fascinating insight into Solid State Disks, mass storage, Windows 7 and much more!
14.40 – 15.20
Quick quiz with prizes
A chance to show just how much you paid attention throughout the day and maybe become the proud owner of a new IP Camera!
15.20 – 15.45
Optional factory tour
An opportunity to tour Amplicon’s Industrial PC production facility.
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