BS EN 61158-6-24:2014

## BS EN 61158-6-24:2014 - Industrial Communication Networks Standard### OverviewBS EN 61158-6-24:2014 is the British Standard that specifies the application layer protocol for industrial communication networks. This standard is identical to the international standard IEC 61158-6-24:2014, ensuring global harmonization and interoperability.Developed by technical committee CEN/TC 65 'Industrial-process measurement, control and automation', this standard is a crucial component of the IEC 61158 series, which defines the fieldbus communication protocol for industrial automation. BS EN 61158-6-24:2014 specifically covers the application layer, ensuring reliable and efficient data exchange between devices in a manufacturing environment.### Key Features and Benefits- **Compliance with IEC 61158-6-24:2014**: This British Standard is an identical adoption of the international IEC standard, enabling global harmonization and interoperability.- **Robust Industrial Communication**: Ensures reliable, high-performance data exchange between devices in industrial automation and control systems.- **Increased Productivity**: Streamlines communication and information flow, improving overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing productivity.- **Reduced Downtime**: Enhances system stability and responsiveness, minimizing unplanned downtime and maintenance costs.- **Improved Safety and Sustainability**: Supports the implementation of advanced safety and energy-efficient features in industrial processes.### Technical Specifications- **Title**: BS EN 61158-6-24:2014 - Industrial communication networks - Fieldbus specifications - Part 6-24: Application layer protocol profile - Type 24 elements- **ISBN**: 978 0 580 79482 7- **Price**: £330.00- **Scope**: Specifies the application layer protocol for industrial communication networks, in accordance with the requirements of the IEC 61158 series.- **Key Standards**: - EN 61158-6-24:2014 Identical - IEC 61158-6-24:2014 Identical- **Publication Date**: 2014-11-30- **Page Count**: 126- **Format**: PDF and Hardcopy### Who Should Use This Standard?BS EN 61158-6-24:2014 is essential for:- Manufacturers of industrial automation and control equipment- System integrators and engineers designing industrial communication networks- Operators and maintenance personnel in manufacturing facilities- Regulatory bodies and standards organizations involved in industrial automationBy implementing this standard, organizations can ensure their industrial communication networks are compliant, reliable, and optimized for maximum productivity and efficiency.