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HMS TechTalks – Podcast

Stay up to date on the latest trends in industrial information and communication technology through our podcast and lectures.

Featured TechTalk: 3 different ways to do remote maintenance of machines.

What is HMS TechTalks?

A podcast on industrial communication and IIoT

Learn from HMS Networks' industry experts about various topics. HMS TechTalks is our video podcast series, that is also available as an audio podcast on Spotify.

Selected video podcasts

  • Newest
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    Integrating Anybus CompactCom - What are the options?

    In this episode, product manager Andreas Stillborg, explains the different options that are available in the CompactCom family.
  • Newest
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    Industrial security - But how?

    In this episode, Thomas Vasen, Business Development Manager for Network Security at ‪Anybus discusses the growing challenges of cybersecurity in industrial environments.
  • Newest
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    Remote Access Security for industrial machines

    Is the connection to your industrial machines secure? James Kime at HMS Networks explains how to connect machines to the Internet with minimum risk?

How to Succeed in IIoT

Ixxat Connect – Industrial networking on demand

Ixxat Connect - Emilio Avila and Daniel Heinzler

The great safety protocol comparison: CIP Safety, PROFIsafe, and FSoE explained

Discover the diversity of safety protocols, understand the importance of early integration and gain in-depth insights into CIP Safety, FSoE, and PROFIsafe.

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CAN fieldbus networking: How to connect your PC with CAN networks

Discover various connection methods, including PCIe, USB, and protocols like CAN FD and LIN – helping you choose the best option for your needs, with practical examples.

CAN fieldbus to the cloud: Monitoring battery systems remotely

CAN fieldbus to the cloud: Monitoring battery systems remotely

Get a detailed insight about advantages of CAN fieldbus used in battery systems. With focus on cloud applications for batteries and monitoring of metrics for battery health.

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Functional Safety: How to implement Functional Safety into your device

Learn the fundamentals of Functional Safety, when you need it and how to implement it into your machines. Additionally, we provide you stunning insights into safety applications and relevant industries.

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CAN fieldbus: Remote diagnostics and troubleshooting

Discover essential diagnostic techniques and strategies for addressing common issues like signal errors, device malfunctions, and communication breakdowns.

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Mastering CAN and CAN FD: Design essentials and best practices

Join us to gain valuable knowledge that will guide you in optimizing your network design process and avoiding common pitfalls.

HMS-Labs
HMS Labs

Driving growth and innovation

HMS Labs in HMS' intitative for growth and innovation - a separate cross-functional team responsible for driving and shaping disruptive technologies, emerging applications and creative business models. 

TechTalk lectures

  • Understanding OPC UA

    OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) is a machine to machine communication protocol for industrial automation developed by the OPC Foundation. What is it and how does it work in automation solutions? Learn more from HMS' Björn Otterdahl.
  • Beginner's Guide to MQTT

    MQTT stands for MQ Telemetry Transport. It is a lightweight messaging protocol, but what is it really and how can it be effectively used in industrial applications? Presented by Daniel Rosen from HMS. 

All podcasts

In this 30 minute webinar you will learn how to optimize industrial network performance with modern technologies like PROFINET and Ethernet/IP, maintain both legacy and new systems seamlessly, and prevent costly downtime and ensure uninterrupted operations. 

This 2nd session will explore how to achieve compliance with the new EU NIS2 Directive in Water. Our cybersecurity experts will share valuable insights and best practices to help you navigate this evolving landscape.

This 1st session will explore the new EU NIS2 Directive and what it means for the water industry (OT focused). 

In this episode, product manager Andreas Stillborg, explains the different options that are available in the CompactCom family.

This case study video showcases how the czech company IN-EKO Team s.r.o. utilizes Ewon solutions for remote access to tertiary wastewater treatment machines.

Discover how Peter Taboada boosts wastewater management with Ewon Cosy & Talk2M for better efficiency & reliability in industrial automation.

Learn how Chemitec enhances water analyzers with Ewon Netbiter, Argos & Anybus for improved efficiency & connectivity in industrial automation.

See how Envirochemie GmbH boosts water analyzer efficiency with Ewon Flexy for remote access, data management, and enhanced industrial automation.

See how inCTRL Solutions optimizes water management with OPSCTRL cloud, enhancing real-time data analysis, decision-making, and sustainability.

Learn how KUHN GmbH enhances wastewater management with HMS solutions for improved efficiency, reliability, and seamless industrial automation.

What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and why do we need it? Learn all about it in our latest video in our cybersecurity series! 

Encryption is HUGE in cybersecurity. Not only does it help protect your private information but can create enhanced security of your communication between client applications and servers. Learn about the basics of encryption today.

Managing your network has never been easier. Learn about the best practices in user management and get the most out of your network. 

Network segregations have become the most used for businesses to further secure their complex networks. In our latest video on cybersecurity, learn about common misconceptions and how an overall network architecture may look. 

With technology improving everyday, one thing that we need to work on is our password guidelines. With our latest series in cybersecurity, learn how to improve your passwords easily and more securely.  

Curious about making machine data more understandable? We dive into object-oriented data models, how data objects are translated for information applications, and how HMS helps customers organize and clean their data for optimal use. Watch to learn more about simplifying machine data!

In this video, we dive into the key concepts of "uncontrollable" vs. "controllable" aspects in manufacturing, and explore how IIoT can help manufacturers better control costs. We also discuss the main drivers of IIoT success and how HMS Networks supports our customers on their IIoT journey.

What's changing in manufacturing environments that's driving the need for real-time machine data? How are manufacturers using this information to boost productivity? Find out how HMS helps customers evolve their service models and stay ahead of the curve.

Explore how HMS helps manufacturers handle key tasks at the edge of their networks. Learn what steps IT networks need to take to move forward and see real-world examples of how data is presented for better decision-making. Discover how HMS empowers customers to navigate the edge and access crucial machine data through innovative applications.

Understanding machine data can be complex. What are the biggest challenges, and how do differences in data interpretation impact businesses? In this video, we’ll explore the steps companies need to take to overcome these obstacles and how HMS Networks supports customers every step of the way.

In this episode, Thomas Vasen, Business Development Manager for Network Security at ‪Anybus discusses the growing challenges of cybersecurity in industrial environments.

Is the connection to your industrial machines secure? James Kime at HMS Networks explains how to connect machines to the Internet with minimum risk?

Industrial 5G - Are we there yet? Dr. Jens Jakobsen and Fredrik Brynolf at HMS Networks discuss the current status of 5G in the industry. Who has started to use it? Where is it being deployed and what does the future look like for industrial 5G.

OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) is a machine to machine communication protocol for industrial automation developed by the OPC Foundation. What is it and how does it work in automation solutions? Learn more from HMS' Björn Otterdahl.

MQTT stands for MQ Telemetry Transport. It is a lightweight messaging protocol, but what is it really and how can it be effectively used in industrial applications? Presented by Daniel Rosen from HMS. 

The premiere video of the cybersecurity series examines terms that are commonly mentioned when discussing the security of internet-connected devices - including hardware root of trust, secure element, and secure boot.

What is communicated between an electric car and charging stations? And how can that data be accessed by a Building Management System (BMS). Intesis from HMS can help. In this HMS TechTalk, we meet up with product Manager Ignacio Garcia Sanchez at HMS's Business Unit Intesis to ask about communication related to EV charging.

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) may just be the solution the world needs to enable a reliable power grid with energy from green sources. BESS systems require a lot of communication between components and also with the outside world. Alexander Hess from HMS Networks explains how it works.

Which are the biggest industrial networks? What is the best advice for machine builders and device manufacturers who want to implement industrial connectivity? Samuel Alexandersson, Business Line Director – Anybus Embedded at HMS Networks, explains how to get industrial devices connected to industrial networks.