Recent analysis from HMS Networks indicates that over 71% of industrial network users in 2024 are adopting Ethernet protocols, with Profinet leading the way at a 23% market share, followed by EtherNet/IP at 21% and EtherCat at 16%.

CODESYS SoftPLC Fully Supports Profinet Protocol!

Weintek CODESYS SoftPLC platform is designed for flexibility and advanced functionality, addressing the diverse integration needs of modern industrial automation. As Profinet expands its application in the industry, we are excited to announce that Weintek CODESYS SoftPLC now supports Profinet IO Master functionality! This enhancement allows Weintek CODESYS SoftPLC to function as a Profinet IO controller, facilitating command transmission to various Profinet IO devices, such as remote I/O, drives, and sensors. This upgrade significantly boosts system integration flexibility and scalability, delivering a comprehensive Profinet communication protocol solution.

Market Share of Various Industrial Communication Protocols in 2024

Key Features of CODESYS SoftPLC Profinet IO Master

1. Diverse Device Communication

Weintek CODESYS SoftPLC functions as a Profinet IO Master, seamlessly connecting to multiple major brand Profinet IO Slave devices. This enables easy selection and rapid deployment of field devices for enhanced communication and control.

2. Easy Setup via CODESYS

Profinet device GSDML files can be imported into the CODESYS development environment, streamlining configuration and datapoint setup with minimal learning barriers.

3. Stable and Real-Time Performance

Profinet provides high-speed, deterministic data transmission, combined with Weintek's CODESYS Runtime System, ensuring stable, real-time control that addresses the most demanding industrial applications.

4. Multi-Protocol Integration

Supporting Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, CANopen, EtherCAT, and now Profinet, Weintek CODESYS SoftPLC serves as a truly multi-protocol integrated controller, ideal for complex environments with devices from various brands and mixed systems.

cMT X HMI + CODESYS SoftPLC: Factory Automation Solutions

By installing CODESYS SoftPLC software on the cMT X Series HMI, PLC capabilities are unlocked, enhancing the HMI with advanced control features for field devices. The addition of support for Profinet significantly broadens application scope. Whether upgrading existing systems or building new smart factories, Weintek is dedicated to delivering powerful, open, and highly integrated factory automation solutions, steering the industry toward a new era of smart manufacturing.