PI - STANDARDS FOR INTEROPERABILITY
PROFIBUS and PROFINET International (PI) is the world's leading industry association for the development, standardization, and promotion of industrial communication and automation technologies.
With its core technologies PROFIBUS, PROFINET, IO-Link, omlox, MTP, NOA and SRCI, PI is responsible for the development of its market-leading open standards for all areas of application in industrial production. More than 950 experts regularly work in PI's 80 working groups to further develop and disseminate its technologies.
Together with 23 other regional representative offices (RPAs), as well as the test, training, and competence centers, PI supports the more than 1,800 member companies worldwide as an international community with information, webinars and workshops, consulting and training, software, and many online services. More than 10,000 certified PI experts have in-depth knowledge of PROFIBUS and PROFINET and are available as competent consultants.
PI is continuously expanding its technology portfolio for the discrete manufacturing industry, the process industry and other sectors.
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All PI Technologies at a Glance
Networked Communication as Global Value Creation: PI's Strategic Approach
PI supports the innovation of communication technologies throughout the entire value chain, from initial idea to successful marketing.
The process begins with innovation management and targeted technology development. PI then provides support in developing and applying standards and norms, as well as developing and implementing test procedures and software.
Certification is a central component that serves as proof of quality and trust. PI also offers comprehensive training courses, targeted information, consulting services, and a wide range of technology services.
Finally, PI assists with marketing the developed solutions to ensure a successful market transition.
Updates & News
PROFIsafe Designer Trainings
The PROFIsafe Designer Trainings will take place online soon!
Based on feedback from last year and the varying levels of prior knowledge among participants, we have decided to offer two separate training levels.
Register now to get your official certificate:
PROFIsafe Designer Training Basic 29 September - 01 October 2025, daily 1 pm - 5 pm CET
PROFIsafe Designer Training Advanced 14 - 16 October 2025, daily 1 pm - 5 pm CET
Security
Take a look at our newly launched security section to find out how PI technologies are shaping the future of secure industrial communication.
Everything you need to build resilient, protected networks is now in one place, from standards to implementation guides.
Read more about PI Security right here!
PROFINEWS 253 - A Look at PROFINET in Mechanical Engineering Applications
PROFINET is an open Industrial Ethernet standard that meets all the requirements of mechanical engineering through its fast, deterministic real-time communication, as well as integrated safety and diagnostic functions.
This enables seamless communication from the field level to the cloud and offers flexibility in designing network topologies and connecting a variety of devices.
PI Academy
Whether you are new to PROFIBUS, PROFINET, and related technologies or are an expert, the PI Academy offers the learning content you need.
Take advantage of our growing selection of web-based training courses, informative slide sets, videos, and more, which are available at any time and perfect for learning at your own pace.
Take a look now to deepen your knowledge and stay up to date!