ControlNet - Formed in July of 1997, ControlNet International, an independent organization for users and vendors of ControlNet products, manages the ControlNet Specification and supports worldwide growth of developing test software, providing independent compliance testing, publishing the product catalog, and sponsoring design and implementation training.

Foundation Fieldbus - The Fieldbus Foundation is the leading organization dedicated to a single international, interoperable fieldbus standard.

ISA - The Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society, a non-profit industry organization.

Modbus-IDA - Modbus-IDA is a group of independent users and suppliers of automation devices that seeks to drive the adoption of the Modbus communication protocol suite and the evolution to address architectures for distributed automation systems. At the Modbus-IDA web site, you can download the Modbus TCP/IP and Modbus over serial line protocols and implementation guides, learn about companies that supply Modbus products, and participate in our active developers and users discussion forums.

OPC Foundation - Organization that manages the OPC (originally OLE for Process Control) standard, created with the collaboration of a number a leading worldwide automation and hardware software suppliers working in cooperation with Microsoft. The standard defines method for exchanging real-time automation data among PC-based clients using Microsoft operating systems. 

World Batch Forum - World Batch Forum is a non-profit, professional organization established in 1994 promoting the exchange of information related to the management, operation and automation of batch process manufacturing.

associations

The AS-Interface Expert Alliance - The AS-Interface Expert Alliance consists of a group of UK companies who provide devices, systems and services based on the AS-Interface networking protocol. This is used in industrial production and assembly lines to improve productivity and operating efficiencies in applications ranging from basic conveyors to process control and advanced Functional Safety systems.

Association for Facilities Engineering - St. Louis Chapter - A dedicated network for the facility, maintenance, and plant operations professions. Our members advance the field and their careers using the most complete range of technical information, education, best practices, and sharing of common professional experiences.

CC-Link Partner Association - CC-Link (Control & Communication Link) is a field network system that processes both control and information data at high speed, to provide efficient, integrated factory and process automation.

Control System Integrator Association - The largest organization in North America for independent control system integrators, representing companies responsible for more than $1 billion in industrial automation equipment, including $400 million of hardware and software automation products.

EtherCAT Technology Group - In the EtherCAT Technology Group, OEMs, End Users and Technology Providers join forces to support and promote the further development of EtherCAT technology, representing a large variety of industries and vertical market segments. The EtherCAT Technology Group will ensure the simple and cost-efficient integration of EtherCAT interfaces to automation devices and their interoperability.

Interbus - The INTERBUS Club is an international association of companies with the joint target to push INTERBUS from a technological point of view, spread it on the worldwide markets and support automation solutions with INTERBUS and complementary technologies like Ethernet.

Measurement, Control and Automation Association - Trade association of leading companies who manufacture and distribute process controls, field measurement and analysis instrumentation, systems and software used in industrial process control and factory automation around the world.

Open DeviceNet Vendor Association - ODVA is the organization that manages the DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP network technology and standards in addition to promoting their worldwide adoption in industrial automation.

PROFIBUS - PROFIBUS International (PI), the parent organization of all Regional PROFIBUS Associations (RPA) worldwide, is the world’s largest organization for industrial communication.

PROFIBUS Center - PROFIBUS Center Netherlands is an international oriented company, which concentrates all its activities on PROFIBUS technology. The company has been established to support vendors and engineering companies with PROFIBUS implementations.

SafetyBUS - Association to promote the use and the distribution of the SafetyBUS p safety-oriented bus systems. The association also has the target of integrating of the SafetyBUS p safety-oriented bus system into existing and future automation technology.

  

trade expositions & conferences

AM Expo - Advanced Manufacturing Expo & Conference - AM Expo 2006, located right on South Carolina's I-85 "Boom Belt", is the Southeast's only event for executives, engineers and their teams, who are responsible for advanced manufacturing and productivity solutions. Bringing the region's manufacturing professionals together for this annual gathering, AM Expo 2006 offers product demonstrations and an all new, in-depth educational program that will further enable our attendees to innovate, profit and succeed in the highly competitive global manufacturing market.

Electric Automation America - Electric Automation America is the US event for showcasing industrial automation technologies focused on specific industry applications. The exhibition covers all components ranging from complete system to integrated automation solutions as well as motion control technology in one comfortable, easily accessible environment. 

 Hannover Messe - Hannover Messe remains the world's leading showcase for industrial technology. Hannover Messe is the ideal place to obtain the latest industrial know-how. Established almost sixty years ago, the Hannover Fair today ranks as the leading international showplace for industrial technologies, materials and product ideas. The 11 high-profile trade fairs including INTERKAMA, Factory Automation, Digital Factory & Industrial Building Automation - all taking place at the same place and the same time - mirror the growing convergence of industrial technologies and markets. In short, Hannover Messe offers an unrivalled opportunity to unlock new sources of business potential. 

ISA EXPO - North America's #1 event for automation and control professionals—is a catalyst for the exchange of information and ideas. You can find it all under one roof at ISA EXPO – thought provoking ideas, state-of-the-art technology and solutions, as well as innovative real world expertise. Through a dynamic and timely technical conference, an unparalleled education and training program, and advanced technologies, ISA EXPO provides the tools you need to get ahead and stay ahead in today's marketplace. 

 M2M Expo and Conference - The M2M Expo and Conference is the only global event that unites the key players in the emerging industry of Machine-to-Machine communication (M2M). This one-of-a-kind event will feature case studies by the early adopters and suppliers of the M2M space which will illustrate the vast diversity and immense application potential of the technology. Designed as an educational and business development venue, the event continues to define the M2M space, structure, players, distribution, and relationships required for the industry to evolve into a significant global business space. 

 National Manufacturing Week - National Manufacturing Week is where manufacturers of all sizes and from every industry sector meet to fuel their INNOVATION, PRODUCTIVITY and GROWTH. The Shows and Conferences of National Manufacturing Week will help you, no matter what your discipline; stay on top in a global marketplace. Connect with more than 1,000 leading suppliers and meet the people behind the new products and latest technologies that can help transform every aspect of your manufacturing business – fast.

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