HMS Networks Awards Schneider Electric for 10,000,000th Anybus Module
Time:2026-05-29 Browse: 0
Schneider Electric has been awarded its 10,000,000th Anybus module by HMS Networks, recognizing the long-standing collaboration between the two companies in advancing industrial connectivity. By integrating Anybus network interfaces into its range of variable speed drives, Schneider Electric enables customers to fine-tune drives for both performance and energy efficiency. This dual benefit enhances operational productivity while supporting a greener planet.
Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainability is central to Schneider Electric’s mission. The company pursues multiple strategies to promote a more sustainable world, including helping customers reduce energy consumption while maximizing the impact of the energy they use. As a pioneer in the transition toward cleaner and more equitable industries, Schneider Electric publicly reports its contributions to carbon reduction on a quarterly basis.
Variable Speed Drives and Carbon Reduction
Jean-Louis Guillou, Vice President of Industrial Control and Drives, highlighted the significant impact of variable speed drives. According to Schneider Electric’s latest carbon report, 42% of the avoided carbon emissions can be attributed to the more efficient use of drives and motors. Guillou described this achievement as “absolutely remarkable.”
Enhancing Motor Performance Through Smart Drives
Guillou observed that the trend toward intelligent drives aligns with broader industrial transformations. With each new generation of drives, processing power doubles to enable improved monitoring and control for higher overall efficiency. Continuous monitoring and adjustment are essential for optimal motor performance. In some industries, electric motors account for up to 50% of total energy consumption. By leveraging smart drives to regulate these motors, energy usage can be reduced by up to 20%.
20 Years of Strategic Partnership
Schneider Electric and HMS Networks have maintained a strategic partnership for over two decades. HMS Networks has played a critical role in developing network connectivity solutions for Schneider Electric’s widely used variable speed drives, ensuring seamless integration with industrial control networks. These networks support multiple protocols, including PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT, and Modbus TCP. The collaboration has been key in providing solutions compatible with a wide range of industrial communication standards.
HMS Networks: Pioneering Industrial Connectivity
HMS Networks is a leading provider of industrial network interfaces. Its Anybus product line has been instrumental in advancing digitalization within the industry. The communication interfaces support a broad array of industrial network protocols, allowing device manufacturers to connect seamlessly without in-house development. Through partnerships with companies like Schneider Electric, HMS Networks enables world-class, reliable network connectivity for industrial automation applications.
Connectivity as a Requirement for Efficiency and Sustainability
As industries pursue higher efficiency and sustainability, digitalization has become ubiquitous. Connectivity is no longer optional—it is essential. Schneider Electric and HMS Networks share a vision of continuous collaboration to drive this transformation.
Jean-Louis Guillou concluded:
“Digitalization is happening around us. Connectivity is not just nice to have; it is a fundamental requirement. Let’s continue working together to shape a connected and sustainable future.”
