PI Competence Center for PROFINET

HMS is a PI Competence Center for PROFINET in the US

HMS Industrial Networks has been certified as a PI Competence Center (PICC) in the USA for PROFINET. PI Competence Centers are centers of technical expertise and work closely together with the Regional PI Associations to offer technical support, technical seminars and workshops to the vendor community. This certification reflects HMS Industrial Networks’ high level of knowledge and experience in the application of PROFINET technology.

	Finding the Right Solution HMS offers a wide range of pre-certified communications solutions that enable Profinet connectivity. Contact HMS for a free consulting session to learn about what options are available. Communications products include external gateways (protocol converters), embedded communication modules, single-chip solutions based on our Anybus-NP30 processor, and custom solutions.
	Training To ensure the fastest and easiest implementation of your Profinet-enabled product, we regularly offer free, practical workshops and seminars. HMS also offers free pre-sales and technical support by phone and e-mail.
	Development Support Once you have found a solution, HMS will guide you through the initial design, saving development resources and minimizing risk. Our experts will help you throughout the implementation phase example programs, technical support, and tools to test your system.
	Prepararing a GSD File All Profinet devices must have an electronic device data sheet, called a GSD file. HMS provides universal GSD files for its modules, but can also assist in customizing the file to your product.
	Testing on Industry-Standard Equipment After completing your interface development, HMS can help test your device on industry standard equipment used in the field such as Siemens S7 PLCs.
	Support for Device Certification HMS modules are pre-certified for Profinet compatibility. With the help of our experts and products, it's possible to decrease the overall time to certify your product. HMS can assist you in preparing for common problems ahead of time, reducing time to market.
	Continued Expertise After successful implementation and certification, you benefit from our knowledge of best practices in the industry. Through regular updates of our products, we ensure that your devices are up to date with the latest Profinet technology. HMS stays updated on new adaptations and innovations and can explain how to use new functions while ensuring backward compatibility.
	Global Support HMS has a global sales and support network. This means you can get fast, local help with Anybus modules in any major market or time zone.