PNO-Stakeholder wrote: ↑22 Dec 2023, 11:51 Which areas are covered by PI certification testing for APL?

PI certification for APL is not just covering the physical layer test but also the verification of integration in PROFINET systems.

Is it possible to extend the validity of the Profinet certificate? If yes, what is the procedure for doing so ?​ Yes, it is possible. You can download the application form here: https://www.profibus.com/download/application-form-for-a-certificate. The filled out form can be send to: certification(a...

Is it necessary to join the PI organization to develop and integrate Profinet into a product ? You do not have to be a member to develop and integrate PROFINET into a product, but the PNO recommends to have the devices certified. For more information, click here: https://www.profibus.com/download/h...

DaveLi wrote: ↑05 Oct 2023, 10:32 What advantages or benefits come with becoming a member of the PI organization ?​

An overview of the benefits can be found here: https://www.profibus.com/pi-organization/members

Ben1428 wrote: ↑05 Oct 2023, 12:56 Are the workshops organized by the PNO organization in English ?​

The workshops that take place in Germany are offered in German. The webinars are offered in English. An overview can be found here: https://www.profibus.com/trainingevents

Thomas wrote: ↑05 Oct 2023, 10:24 Are the Profinet developer workshops organized by the PNO organization free of charge ?​

For participants, the workshops are free of charge. The co-exhibitors have to pay a participation fee.

Hadroon wrote: ↑06 Oct 2023, 18:24 Is membership required to participate in the PNO organized workshops ?​

If you want to take part as a co-exhibitor, a membership at PNO is needed. If you want to take part as a participant, a membership is not needed.