Industrial Wireless


All-in-one versatile communications

January 2017 Industrial Wireless

Siemens has expanded its Ruggedcom portfolio for industrial communication. For its Ruggedcom RX1400 router, the company now offers a wireless local area network (WLAN) interface which is used as a WLAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n access point or client, and comes with a bandwidth of up to 300 Mbit/s.

The Ruggedcom RX1400 is part of the Siemens portfolio for industrial communication in harsh environmental conditions. As an LTE (long term evolution) multiprotocol network node, it connects the Ethernet functions of network components such as switches, routers and firewalls with a variety of WAN connection options. Siemens now offers a new optional wireless LAN interface for this router. The new interface can be used as a wireless IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n access point or as a client and supports 2,4 and 5 GHz with a maximum bandwidth of 300 Mbit/s.

Versatile solution

The router is designed to comply with protection rating IP40, requires no fans for cooling, and is capable of operating at ambient temperatures of between -40 and 85°C. In addition, it is highly resistant to electromagnetic interference and current peaks. The robust metal housing is suitable for DIN rail, panel and rack mounting. The Ruggedcom RX1400 is designed to connect Ethernet and serial devices in any environment through its wired or wireless interfaces. One example is the LTE interface with up to 100 Mbit/s as the ideal backhaul link – connection of a lower-level network node to a central node – for remote locations. In contrast, the wireless LAN interface is particularly suited for local wireless connections, making the Ruggedcom RX1400 router a cost-effective solution for large-scale installations, which can be quickly and easily mounted in existing control cabinets. Its integrated cyber security functions also make it ideal for critical applications that place stringent demands on communication reliability.

For more information contact Jennifer Naidoo, Siemens Southern Africa, +27 (0)11 652 2795, [email protected], www.siemens.co.za



Credit(s)



Share this article:
Share via emailShare via LinkedInPrint this page

Further reading:

Driving digital transformation in the truck industry
Siemens South Africa IT in Manufacturing
Tatra Trucks, a leading truck manufacturer in Czechia, has adopted the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software including Teamcenter software for product lifecycle management and the Mendix low code platform to help increase production volume and strengthen its ability to manufacture vehicles that meet specific customer requirements.

Read more...
Novel closed-loop CP technology wins innovation award
Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists Industrial Wireless
Researchers at Deakin University have won the Corrosion Innovation of the Year Award at this year’s AMPP Annual Conference and Expo in Nashville, USA. The award recognised the development of a novel closed-loop cathodic protection system for localised corrosion control in challenging industrial environments, which Omniflex helped with as a technology partner.

Read more...
Siemens democratises AI-driven PCB design for small and medium electronics teams
Siemens South Africa IT in Manufacturing
Siemens Digital Industries Software is making its AI-enhanced electronic systems design technology more accessible to small and mid-sized businesses with PADS Pro Essentials software and Xpedition Standard software.

Read more...
Enhancing cyber security for industrial drives
Siemens South Africa IT in Manufacturing
The growing connection between production networks and office networks as part of IT/OT integration and the utilisation of IoT have many benefits for industrial companies. At the same time, they also increase the risk of cyber threats. Siemens ensures that your know-how and plants are protected at all times.

Read more...
New world of process control: A completely web-based process control system
Siemens South Africa IT in Manufacturing
Control technology is crucial for gaining a competitive edge in the process industry. That’s why there’s SIMATIC PCS neo - the innovative ground-breaking process control system by Siemens.

Read more...
Food safety vs production: striking a balance in food and beverage manufacturing
TransLution Software Industrial Wireless
In the world of food and beverage (F&B) manufacturing, the ongoing struggle between food safety and production is a familiar scene. This conflict can escalate into a fierce struggle, but with the right systems in place, food safety and production can achieve their goals harmoniously, leading to a more successful F&B manufacturing operation.

Read more...
Electromagnetic flow measurement
Siemens South Africa Flow Measurement & Control
The SITRANS FM electromagnetic flowmeters from Siemens deliver high-precision volume measurement of electrically conductive liquid applications – from water, wastewater and irrigation to hygienic processes and even mining slurries with magnetic particles.

Read more...
Bombardier expands adoption of Siemens Xcelerator for aircraft developmen
Siemens South Africa IT in Manufacturing
Bombardier has expanded its adoption of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software for aircraft development.

Read more...
Barcode evolution: The smart choice for modern tracking and compliance Part 2
TransLution Software Industrial Wireless
RFID technology represents an exciting frontier in inventory tracking with its ability to eliminate the need for line-of-sight scanning. By using radio waves to transmit data wirelessly, RFID systems offer the tantalising possibility of simultaneous scanning of multiple items and real-time inventory visibility.

Read more...
New generative AI-powered maintenance offering
Siemens South Africa IT in Manufacturing
The Siemens Industrial Copilot is revolutionising industry by enabling customers to leverage generative AI across the entire value chain – from design and planning to engineering, operations and services.

Read more...