CiA has released new versions of some profile specifications. This includes CiA 442 (motor starters), CiA 444 series (spreader), CiA 445 (RFID devices), and CiA 453 (power supplies). All these documents are published as Draft Specifications, which non-members can subscribe. CiA members get them free of charge.

The CiA 106 technical report contains generic connector pin-assignment recommendations. In the past they were part of the CiA 303-1 document, which was related to CANopen only.

The German standard published in English language specifies the CAN-based body builder network for commercial vehicles. It covers also the gateway to the in-vehicle networks. It is available from Beuth.

On May 3, CiA offers a free-of-charge webinar in English language. For registration click here.

In June 1992, the first CAN Newsletter issue was released. In total, 120 issues have been published. There is still the opportunity to advertise in the 30^th anniversary issue.

The CiA Interest Group (IG) profiles is updating several CANopen profile specifications including the CiA 453 profile for programmable power supplies. They will be released soon as Draft Specifications (DS) and will be part of the CiA 4XX series subscription. For details, please contact CiA office.

The CiA international users’ and manufacturers’ group turns 30 on March 5, 2022. Beginning of this year, the nonprofit association submitted the 3rd generation of the CAN protocol to ISO for international standardization. Read more.

During the Las Vegas tradeshow, some CAN-related news were released. CAN Newsletter Online reported about them.

The next e-meeting is scheduled for February 17 (2:00 p.m. UTC+1). Main topic is the update on J1939-based specifications and standards. Guests are welcome. Please register by email.

CiA invites to a free-of-charge webinar reporting about new CAN developments in heavy-duty and agriculture vehicles. It will take place on February 2. Please register here.