Automation Network Selection: A Reference Manual, Third Edition, is a practical and easy-to-follow guide that explains how the wiring, devices and software of industrial networks work together to operate factories and plants. Written in clear language for readers new to the subject, this book compares different network types (such as sensor networks, fieldbuses, Ethernet and wireless), addresses safety and power concerns and highlights real-world applications, from conveyor lines and packaging machines to process control and elevator systems, helping engineers select the best network for a project.