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EtherCAT technology highlights and benefits: From Ethernet to EtherCAT
Removing the bottlenecks with EtherCAT: processing on the fly! A primer on EtherCAT, how it works, key functional principles, integrated safety and performance data compared to the competition.

Installation and diagnosis: How to build and maintain an EtherCAT network
An overview of the outstanding diagnostic features of the EtherCAT master and slaves, and how they can be used in systems for maximizing uptime, minimizing downtime, and assisting with troubleshooting a network.

Get it done I: EtherCAT master implementation
Learn how to start with an EtherCAT master. We will look at the requirements, specifications and a master stack.

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Get it done II: EtherCAT slave implementation
Learn how to start with an slave device. We will look at the requirements, conformity and certification. Have a head start knowing the right tools and documents, including a live demonstration.

EtherCAT and cybersecurity
A view on the robustness of EtherCAT against cyber threats.

What’s next? EtherCAT G + G10
EtherCAT G offers the next performance level for high-performance machines and data-intensive applications. Parallel processing of segments enables significantly reduced propagation delay times with full EtherCAT compatibility and integration of 100 MBit/s EtherCAT devices.

EtherCAT applications
See various examples of successful EtherCAT applications, like in robotics, marine, or oil & gas.

Beckhoff demo
See how easy it is to set-up the various EtherCAT features: Automatic adressing, precise synchronization via distributed clocks, hot connect groups, and cable redundancy will be just one of them.

Q&A, Lunch