With PROFINET, Siemens applies the Ethernet standard to automation. PROFINET enables high-speed and secure data exchange at all levels, and so makes it possible to implement innovative machine and plant concepts. Thanks to its flexibility and openness, PROFINET offers users maximum freedom in structuring their machine and plant architectures.

PROFINET´s efficiency means optimal use of available user resources, and a significant increase in plant availability. Innovative Siemens products and the performance of PROFINET provide a sustained boost to company productivity