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PROFIBUS & PROFINET User Conference 2010

Stratford Manor Hotel - Conference venue
Following the undoubted success of the last six conferences, PROFIBUS UK is delighted to announce the PROFIBUS & PROFINET User Conference 2010.

Based on the feedback gained over the previous years, 2010 promises to be better-than-ever! Totally user-focused, the conference and exhibition will take place on June 29 & 30 at Stratford Manor, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. 
 
Comprehensive Educational Programme
  Covering latest developments in PROFIBUS, PROFINET and PROFIsafe technology for factory and process automation, the programme places great emphasis on serving the needs of the User community, i.e. companies that own, operate, design, build or maintain manufacturing facilities and process plant.

The aim is to assist companies making the transition from conventional to fieldbus systems as easy (and jargon free) as possible.
Sessions include audience participation so there will be ample opportunity to explore for yourself how PROFIBUS and PROFINET equipment and techniques are used in practice. The carefully organised schedule means that you can attend hands-on sessions without having to miss an important presentation.

The event is supported by a free of charge exhibition with interactive displays and technology demonstrations from the UK's PROFIBUS Competence Centre and leading product vendors, trainers, consultants and systems integrators.

Who Should Attend and why?
The programme of parallel conference presentations, hands-on practical sessions and exhibition mean that this event is a "must" for anyone involved in, or thinking about, fieldbus, intelligent instrumentation and actuation, networked control systems applications.

Supported by live demonstrations of actual tools used in calibration and maintenance, the programme will be of great value to Instrument Technicians/Engineers, C&I Engineers and System Engineers involved in design, operation and maintenance of modern process and manufacturing plant. A Certificate of Attendance will be issued to all delegates to add to their professional training records.

Your Questions Answered
To ensure that no-one leaves with questions unanswered, we give pre-booked Delegates the chance to pose their questions in advance of the Conference so that our speakers can adequately research and address them during the sessions.

FREE Admission to Exhibition
Admission to the Exhibition is free-of-charge to pre-registered visitors. The Exhibition opens daily from 9.00 am.

Conference Registration 
Complete and return the faxback form
In case of difficulty contact Registration by Email or tel: +44 20 7193 8018

Further Information
Visit the Conference Website

Conference Delegates enjoy the exhibition

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Greetings!
 
Welcome to the third issue of PROFINEWS UK edition. I hope you like the new format and are finding it informative.

This week's issue is intended as a summary of the PROFIBUS Group's training and related learning opportunities on offer in the UK to the end of 2009.

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Bob Squirrell,
Chairman, The PROFIBUS Group

Training Courses and Events to December 2009

Certified PROFIBUS Engineer  24-27 Nov  2009 
(Also available on-site for up to 8)

Engineers wishing to build their careers around PROFIBUS in either industrial or process automation, companies wanting to benchmark their technical staff or consultants seeking a recognised professional qualification in industrial and process networking can now train for an internationally-recognised qualification as a Certified PROFIBUS Engineer. The Certified PROFIBUS Installer Course is a pre-requisite for attending this course. Download Brochure  Download Testimonials
See bottom of the page for Registration Form

 
Certified PROFIBUS Installer Course  -    6 Oct, 3 Nov, 23 Nov, 8 Dec 2009
(Also available on-site for up to 12)

An essential course for electrical engineers and technicians needing to upgrade their skills to include fieldbus installation. This one-day, hands-on course teaches the design, installation and testing of complete PROFIBUS networks including DP, PA and optical fibre technology. Covering bus layout and termination, grounding rules and practices, the course will teach delegates how to avoid common, but potentially expensive, installation problems. Download Brochure Download Testimonials
See bottom of the page for Registration Form

 
PROFIBUS Commissioning & Maintenance Course  -    4 Nov, 9 Dec  2009
(Also available on-site for up to 8)

A new one-day course designed as an add-on to the Certified PROFIBUS Installer Course. Covering the practical techniques of faultfinding on "operational" PROFIBUS networks. Techniques taught on the course include the use of a modern PROFIBUS analyser and Class-II master (engineering tool) to diagnose network faults, device faults and I/O problems. Students also learn how to use a soft digital storage oscilloscope in conjunction with these tools to diagnose and accurately locate cable, connection and device faults. Download Brochure  Download Testimonials
See bottom of the page for Registration Form

 
System Design Course - 7 Oct 2009

A one-day course covering the optimal design of networked automation and control systems. Centred on PROFIBUS and PROFINET technology, but also covering the use of Ethernet & AS-i technology and system software. The System Design Course builds on the basic knowledge of the Certified Installer and provides additional knowledge on designing not only PROFIBUS systems, but also how to use Ethernet, PROFINET and other technologies appropriately. Download Brochure
More Details
See bottom of the page for Registration Form

 
Certified Open-PLC Engineer Training  - TBA 
(Also available on-site for up to 8)

The PROFIBUS Competence Centre at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) in the UK has introduced a 3 day course covering Open-PLC programming using the international standard IEC 61131-3.  The course is designed for Engineers and Technicians who want to gain a recognised qualification in open-PLC programming using IEC 61131-3. The course is suitable for experienced Programmers who wish to move to IEC 61131-3 compliant systems. Contact Registration to be notified of dates and availability. Download Brochure  Download Testimonials
Contact Registration to be notified of dates and availability.

Basic PLC Programming Course  - TBA

(Also available on-site for up to 8)

A new two-day course designed for those with no previous programming experience.  It covers basic ladder and function block programming and leads on to the Certified Open-PLC Engineer Course. Download Brochure
Contact Registration to be notified of dates and availability.
 
Certified PROFINET Engineer Course   -  17-19 November 2009

This training course provides a detailed technical knowledge of the PROFINET technology and the advantages it offers your automation and production processes.At the end of the training there will be a theory exam. Participants who pass get the title Certified PROFINET Engineer and are awarded an official certificate. Successful participants will have the confidence to evaluate PROFINET as a solution for their automation requirements and be able to design a proper application. Download Brochure
See bottom of the page for Registration Form

 
PROFIBUS Product Development Course - 20 October 2009

A one-day course for product manufacturers and engineering companies who want to develop a PROFIBUS product. If you are a manufacturer of drives, transmitters, or intelligent valve actuators, you need to implement the latest technology in your products. PROFIBUS technology is the wayforward. This one-day course will give you an overview of the technology plus details of the communication protocol, tools and methods to get you started correctly on development of your own PROFIBUS products. Download Brochure
See bottom of the page for Registration Form
 
Certified AS-i Engineer Course  - 15-16 September 2009
(Also available on-site for up to 8)

Also offered by MMU and bookable through The PROFIBUS Group is this two-day course that teaches the theory and latest practice of the Actuator Sensor Interface. Using a hands-on, practical approach, you will learn how to use AS-i intelligent sensors, actuators and remote I/O in the most efficient and effective way and see how to integrate AS-i into higher fieldbus systems. You will build, configure and exercise your own AS-interface system from scratch. The course also includes an overview of the AS-i "safety at work" profile. Successful graduates will receive a "Certified AS-i Engineer" certificate. Download Brochure
See bottom of the page for Registration Form
 
Practical Aspects of PROFIBUS & PROFINET in Factory Automation
Manchester, 27 October 2009

This free-of-charge seminar addresses the key practical issues arising from the use of digital communications technologies in automated manufacturing and advanced engineering applications. Covering the use of PROFIBUS and PROFINET in key application areas such as packaging, printing, electrical and electronics assembly, robotics, automotive engineering, drives, mechanical handling and logistics, control systems and energy management, it focuses on the practical aspects of using PROFIBUS and PROFINET in factory automation applications from system design and safety considerations through to maintenance and fault-finding. Supported by live demonstrations of actual tools used in configuration and maintenance, the programme will be of great value to Designers, Production Engineers and System Engineers involved in design, operation and maintenance of modern automated factories and machinery. Download Testimonials
Registration Form
 
Practical Aspects of PROFIBUS PA in Process
Strathclyde, Scotland, 29 October 2009

This free-of-charge seminar addresses the key practical issues arising from the use of digital fieldbus communications technologies in process and hybrid industries. Covering the use of PROFIBUS PA in key application areas such as Pulp & Paper, Chemical, Utilities, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Gas today, it focuses on the practical aspects of using PROFIBUS in process industry applications from system design and hazardous area considerations through to maintenance and fault-finding. Supported by live demonstrations of actual tools used in calibration and maintenance, the programme will be of great value to Instrument Technicians/Engineers, C&I Engineers and System Engineers involved in design, operation and maintenance of modern process plant.  Registration Form
 
Further details, pricing and Registration Form for all other events. In case of urgency or special requirements Email Ann in Registration