Siemens has announced an expansion of its private industrial 5G infrastructure, now supporting up to 24 radio units. The system is designed for industrial applications and features a user-friendly configuration process with approximately 20 variables accessible through a comprehensive web interface. This design ensures the network's status can be easily monitored by non-IT users.
The private 5G infrastructure is intended for use in various sectors, including manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, intralogistics, heavy industries, and mining. Companies can operate their networks independently without third-party providers, enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy due to on-site installation. The flexibility allows users to modify networks according to changing demands and perform quick troubleshooting.
"The industrial world is moving away from the 'one-size-fits-all' approach to wireless connectivity. With our private industrial 5G infrastructure, we're giving manufacturers the tools to design their digital backbone exactly the way they need to, whether they're running a single production line or an entire smart factory complex,” Lorenz said.