The u-OS products are intended for use in industrial automation. A u-control station comprising a controller and connected u-remote I/O modules is intended for the control of systems or sub-systems. The u-OS products often connected to a fieldbus system.

In order to protect equipment, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement (and maintain) a complete state-of-the-art industrial security concept. The customer is responsible for preventing unauthorized access to his equipment, systems, machines and networks. Systems, machines and components should only be connected to the corporate network or the Internet if necessary and appropriate safeguards (such as firewalls and network segmentation) have been taken.