Stay Connected 24-7, Reliable High-Speed Communications
EtherWAN implements the latest in Wi-Fi and 4G LTE technologies in this powerful lineup of wireless products. Loaded with advanced security features for maximum protection, and tested for stable transmission in a wide range of environments and situations, these outdoor access point/subscriber units and industrial cellular gateways provide the dependable and high-speed performance demanded by essential network applications.
Inside and Out, EtherWAN connectivity solutions offer experience like no other
Industrial LTE Cellular Gateway
EtherWAN provides a full line of industrial grade gateway / Modbus. The EW50 Series and EW200 Series are designed for critical infrastructure and industrial applications. It provides a secure, reliable connection to industrial controllers, process automation equipment, and smart grid assets on third party sites or remote locations. Global LTE and HSPA+ options make it easy to get connected. This drop-in connectivity gives operators a way to reduce downtime and service calls and also increase revenue by bringing distributed sites online faster.
Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) Technology
Specifically designed for the Internet of Things (IoT), Low Power Wide Area (LPWA) wireless network technologies address the cost, power and coverage issues that have slowed the development of industrial, smart city and other IoT solutions. LPWA technologies include cellular based LTE-M and NB-IoT and LoRa, which helps lower IoT device costs by as much as 50 percent, improving the ROI of IoT solutions. LPWA devices also require much less power than other cellular technologies—up to 100 times less than broadband LTE.
Industrial IoT Cellular Smart Security Gateway
In light of the essential need for security, EtherWAN’s AiR GUARD is an advanced IIoT cellular gateway and 4G LTE PoE device specifically optimized for secure IoT data transmission, running with Microsoft’s Azure Sphere. Offering not only secure connectivity, it also provides industrial protocols and easy to use data pre-processing and conversion for efficient and low-cost edge to cloud connectivity. AiR GUARD is your IoT guardian.
Frequently asked questions about Cellular Gateways
What is an industrial cellular gateway?
Industrial Cellular Gateways are used to connect remote devices even when it is not possible to connect with standard Ethernet cabling. The gateways play an important part in SCADA connectivity, M2M communications, and IoT deployments.
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What is the difference between modems and gateways?
A modem is a combined device for modulation and demodulation of the digital data of a computer and the analogue signal of a phone line. Gateways are more complex, combining the functions of modems and routers.
What are the differences between Industrial Cellular and Industrial Wireless (Industrial WiFi) in industrial-grade mobile wireless communication networks?
Industrial-grade mobile wireless networks primarily utilize mobile communication networks, such as 4G or 5G, relying on mobile base stations for data transmission. These networks have broad coverage and are applied in various challenging environments, such as green energy, intelligent transportation, electric vehicle charging, public utilities, renewable energy, and safety and disaster prevention.
Industrial-grade WiFi adopts a point-to-point mesh network structure, known as Mesh, enabling each wireless access point (AP) to connect with others. Through network management software, the setup process for multiple Mesh APs is significantly simplified. This type of network is suitable for large area coverage and can improve signal distribution in corners. It is designed to withstand harsh industrial environments, capable of stable operation in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 70°C.
The main difference between Industrial Cellular and Industrial Wireless lies in the transmission distance. Additionally, Cellular transmissions rely on telecommunication carriers' base stations, while Wireless does not require this dependency.
What is NB-IoT?
NB-IoT (Narrowband Internet of Things) is a data transmission mode that offers a significant advantage over other Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity methods such as WiFi and LoRa. Its main advantage lies in not requiring WiFi setup. NB-IoT utilizes existing GSM frequencies and LTE technology to enable low-bandwidth signal transmission through telecommunication base stations, allowing devices to communicate instantly.
Unlike WiFi-dependent connections, where WiFi failures in the area or human actions like moving or renaming may cause devices to lose connection, other transmission modes might result in connectivity issues. However, NB-IoT continues to function asl long as the device is powered on, reducing connection issues.
What are the disadvantages of using WiFi wireless networks?
Wireless networks transmit signals through radio waves, allowing people with corresponding receiving devices to connect to the network as long as they are within the transmission range. However, because wireless network communication content is transmitted through open wireless channels, anyone with wireless devices can access the information, increasing the risk of eavesdropping. Additionally, if other people in the same building use wireless technologies or other sources of electromagnetic interference, it may lead to poor communication or signal interference. In comparison, wireless transmission speeds may be slower than wired networks.
Large-scale wireless networks typically use wired or fiber-optic connections as their backbone. Therefore, when designing wireless networks, it is essential to consider these potential issues and make appropriate plans to ensure the stability and performance of the wireless network.
