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Open Network Standards
ControlNet - Anybus (HMS Networks)
ControlNet is one of three open network standards (DeviceNet, ControlNet and EtherNet/IP), all of which use a common application layer, the "Common Industrial Protocol" (CIP). The Family of CIP Networks is specified and published by ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendor Association - http://www.odva.org) and CI (ControlNet International - http://www.controlnet.org).