industrial safety

GIT SECURITY AWARD 2022 - Winner: Fire and Explosion Protection, Industrial Safety

The 2022 GSA winners in the "Fire and Explosion Protection, Industrial Safety" category have been selected. A neutral jury had examined a shortlist of submitted products and solutions last April and May. We then presented this shortlist of nominees to you, dear reader, for voting from June to August. After counting all votes, we present the winners of the GIT SECURITY AWARDs of all categories here on GIT-SECURITY.com. Congratulations to the creators of the products and solutions!

Addressing IoT Security Issues in Manufacturing Sites

Although the Internet of Things (IoT) has enjoyed explosive growth in recent times, it’s still a relatively recent concept. It is based around the idea of connecting any devices or objects that incorporate electronics, software or sensors, with the aim of collecting and exchanging data. Over the past few years, IoT has spread like wildfire, and shows little sign of slowing down. However, the component manufacturer Omron points out that this rapid increase in the number of devices or end points for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) also means that there is a correspondingly higher risk in terms of security.

Managing Operational Technology (OT) Networks Remotely Without Introducing Intruders

In February 2021, an unidentified intruder gained access to the network systems of a US water treatment plant in Oldsmar, Florida, and briefly altered the chemical levels in the drinking water. Fortunately, an employee noticed the intrusion attempt and acted immediately. This incident sparked many discussions on the topic of cybersecurity in operational technology (OT) environments within the media and the industrial sector.

Practical Check: Universal Safety Relay for Diagnostics and Information

Even in times of crisis, most machines in the German industry run in chord. And demands regarding productivity, flexibility and efficiency are constantly growing. For many mechanics, electricians or technicians on the factory floor, this means: if a machine switches off for safety reasons, the clock begins to tick. But restart does not always go smoothly.

Moxa Helps Customers Shore Up Industrial Cybersecurity to Get Back to the New Normal

Industrial Network Vulnerabilities You Need to Mitigate

A+A 2017 Preview: It’s the Individual That Counts

From 17 to 20 October everything in Düsseldorf will revolve around a safe, secure and healthy workplace. Trade visitors from all over the world will be meeting at the Düsseldorf Ex...

GIT SECURITY AWARD 2016 – the Winners

Again it was a neck-and-neck race for the GIT SECURITY AWARD 2016. Only three products in each of the five categories could win: Those ones the most readers were voting for - via f...