Posted to News on 19th Mar 2026, 09:00
Industrial security needs your attention now
The Machinery Regulation may be mandatory from January 2027, but the subjects it covers - such as external attacks and potential manipulation - are issues that we're all facing right now. Knowledge is power; take your Industrial Security to the next level with the experts at Pilz.
(See Pilz at Machine Building South, 8 July 2026, on stand 111)
Industrial Security describes the protection of production and industrial plants from manipulation, whether intentional, unintentional, or via cyber-attacks. These threats can compromise or disable safety measures designed to protect employees and ensure functional safety.
Pilz Automation UK now has a dedicated training path for Industrial Security, with varying courses tailored to different levels of expertise. Safety Meets Security sits at Introduction level and imparts an understanding of why Industrial Security matters and provides an overview of the key legislation - the Machinery Directive, the Cyber Resilience Act and NIS2.
The next level course, Fundamentals of Industrial Security, builds on that foundational knowledge and teaches delegates the key Industrial Security concepts, common threats, vulnerabilities and what these mean for automation and industrial networks.
Certified Expert for Security in Automation (CESA), the Expert level course, drills further into the specific requirements of Industrial Security, focuses on the correct application of IEC 62443 and practical implementation of robust cybersecurity measures.
CESA - like its Certified predecessors Machine Safety Expert (CMSE) and Expert in CE Marking (CECE) - is certified by TUV NORD and, on successful completion of the exam, participants are awarded with a globally-recognised certification.
All three courses are available in-person from the purpose-built training site in Corby or online over the course of two sessions.
Course contents and available dates for Pilz's Industrial Security training can be found here.
