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Wireless Solutions

Wireless networking is quickly becoming a key part of the comprehensive control and information infrastructure. We support industry-standard wireless networking technologies throughout Integrated Architecture™ systems and offer delivery via our Network and Security Services team. Our wireless solutions meet a broad range of application needs including outdoor, real-time indoor, and low-power process instrumentation.

Features

  • Ideal for high-speed communications for mobile workers and deterministic communication between controllers and I/O
  • Uses wireless-N standard, IEEE 802.11n, including dual-frequency transmission, communication retries, improved immunity to reflections, reduced latency, and increased packet rates
  • Easily integrates with long-haul communications using IP over commercial radio technologies often used in SCADA applications
  • Integrates with low-power, sensor mesh networks such as WirelessHART™ and the emerging ISA100.11a standards for sensors that measure slow-changing process variables and provide long-term battery life
  • Features security services with logical locks to protect operation and intellectual property

Encompass and Alliance Partner Products

With a leading market position in wireless infrastructure, Cisco Systems, along with Rockwell Automation® and its PartnerNetwork Encompass members are working closely together to bring these wireless solutions into the mainstream of industrial automation.

  • CalAmp — The Industrial Monitoring and Controls Division offers reliable cost-effective communications solutions. From utility meters to equipment for remote site monitoring and alarm notification, the modems provide reliable wireless connectivity.
  • Cisco Systems Inc. — Network solutions form the most comprehensive line of networking products available in the industry.
  • Data-Linc Group — Manufactures a comprehensive line of industrial grade modems: license-free Ethernet, serial and Ethernet with serial tunneling and EtherNet/IP™ to DF1 bridging; dial-up, leased-line, power-line and special purpose modems.
  • Digi International — The leader in Connectware, makes device networking easy and cost-effective. Products include embedded modules, external device servers, terminal servers, secure console servers, multiport serial, Universal Serial Bus (USB) and microprocessors.
  • ESTeem Wireless Modems — Specializes in the manufacturing and development of the ESTeem product line of narrow band licensed, spread spectrum licensed and unlicensed Ethernet/Serial radio modems for the Industrial, Public Safety and Federal markets for long range outdoor and indoor applications.
  • eWON S.A. — A leading provider of industrial remote access solutions for system integrators, OEMs and machine builders, and utilities and infrastructure.
  • FreeWave Technologies, Inc. — Provides outstanding performance and versatility in wireless transmission of process-control signals.
  • Hiprom Technologies — Manufactures PLC-based industrial GPS timing and specialized communication products including a ControlLogix® GSM cellular communication module which allows Logix messaging over a GSM cellular network (SMS or GPRS) for alarm notification and remote monitoring.
  • ProSoft Technology — Specializes in the development of in-chassis, protocol interface products for Rockwell Automation platforms. Other leading products include in-rack flow computers and PCs, stand-alone gateways and industrial wireless solutions.
  • Spectrum Controls Inc. — Designs and manufactures electronic hardware and related software products for the industrial controls market.
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