HMS Networks

HMS Networks is a world-leading provider of industrial communication and Industrial IoT (IIoT) solutions. Guided by a mission of connecting devices, machines, and people to improve operational efficiency and business outcomes, HMS’s “Hardware Meets Software™” approach bridges factory-floor equipment with enterprise systems, enabling millions of industrial devices worldwide to communicate and share data in real time. With operations in 20+ countries and distributors in over 50 countries, HMS delivers globally trusted technologies that turn industrial connectivity into increased productivity and sustainable business results. In 2024, HMS further expanded its reach and capabilities by acquiring Red Lion Controls, a U.S.-based industrial automation innovator, which significantly strengthened HMS’s North American presence and added new expertise in edge connectivity and data visualization solutions.

HMS’s portfolio is built around four core brands – Anybus®, Ixxat®, Ewon®, and Intesis® – each addressing critical aspects of industrial connectivity. Anybus gateways and networking interfaces enable seamless communication between virtually any industrial device and any major industrial network (wired or wireless). Ixxat technologies ensure reliable communication within machines and between machine components, facilitating everything from real-time control networks to functional safety systems. Ewon remote connectivity solutions allow users to securely access, monitor, troubleshoot, and control industrial machinery online via cloud-based services. Intesis gateway interfaces connect HVAC units and other building automation devices to centralized control systems, helping integrate and optimize smart building operations.