When managing critical infrastructure such as utilities, the reliability and security of your communication network aren’t just preferences—they’re necessities. Industrial routers, particularly those used in smart grids and smart metering, form the backbone of secure, reliable, and robust data communication. The latest model of our M2M Industrial Router 2 SECURE, featuring the OpenWRT operating system, brings enhanced security and efficiency designed specifically for critical infrastructure needs.
In sectors like energy distribution, water utilities, and industrial automation, even minor security breaches can lead to significant disruptions. As these sectors increasingly depend on remote data transmission, ensuring secure communication is paramount. Router security isn’t optional; it’s foundational. The M2M Industrial Router 2 SECURE addresses these exact challenges, incorporating rigorous security protocols and features demanded by critical infrastructure providers.
Our industrial routers now come with several new advanced security features, positioning them as reliable devices for utilities:
Traditional username and password systems can be vulnerable. That’s why we’ve introduced token-based communication for our Device Manager platform. Tokens provide an added security layer by restricting router access and control to authorized users only, minimizing risks associated with unauthorized logins.
The integration of PKI further enhances our router’s security. PKI ensures that data transmitted between the router and management platforms is encrypted and authenticated, significantly reducing the risk of data breaches. In environments managing critical infrastructure, PKI implementation ensures secure data transactions and reliable authentication across all devices.
One of our most impactful new features is the inclusion of Node-RED. Engineers familiar with industrial automation understand the need for flexible, customizable applications. Node-RED provides a user-friendly, drag-and-drop interface to create and manage IoT workflows easily.
By incorporating Node-RED into our routers, users gain the capability to:
Node-RED’s intuitive workflow-based structure is ideal for engineers looking for a fast and reliable solution to complex industrial automation tasks.
Our routers now also offer factory-level preconfiguration, significantly streamlining the setup process for users. Instead of spending considerable time configuring devices manually upon arrival, engineers can now receive routers already prepared to meet their operational standards. Only minimal on-site configuration is necessary, enabling quicker deployments and reducing potential errors.
Understanding the demands of industrial environments, we’ve designed the M2M Industrial Router 2 SECURE to withstand harsh conditions. Featuring a rugged IP51-rated aluminum enclosure, our mobile routers provide protection against dust and water ingress, essential for reliable performance in challenging environments.
The robust casing, combined with a versatile power input (9-32V) and supercapacitor-based LastGASP technology, ensures routers operate reliably, even during power outages. LastGASP sends an immediate notification of power interruptions, allowing maintenance teams to respond proactively.
Connectivity reliability is crucial, especially in mobile router deployments. Our industrial router supports various cellular module configurations, including LTE Cat.1, LTE Cat.M, and Cat.NB with 2G fallback options, ensuring consistent and reliable connectivity. This flexibility enables continuous operation even in areas with variable network coverage, crucial for remote utility operations.
Utilizing the powerful, open-source OpenWRT operating system provides flexibility and control often desired by engineers. With OpenWRT, users have extensive customization capabilities through Linux-based and UCI command-line interfaces. It offers seamless integration with existing network systems and security platforms.
Secure data management is built directly into our routers, employing an encrypted eMMC chip for secure boot processes and data storage. Data transmission uses industry-standard protocols such as IPsec and TLS v1.2, ensuring that your data remains protected at every step of the process.
Our routers also provide comprehensive remote management capabilities through secure TLS v1.2 connections, enabling remote diagnostics, firmware updates, and router configurations. Such capabilities significantly reduce downtime and enhance operational efficiency, essential for critical infrastructure management.
Our routers are widely utilized across European utilities for securing smart metering, smart grids, and industrial automation. Compliance with rigorous standards set by the European Network for Cyber Security (ENCS) further validates the reliability and security of our products.
These rigorous certifications mean our routers have undergone comprehensive testing to ensure they meet stringent European security and performance criteria, giving engineers and infrastructure operators the peace of mind they need.
In critical infrastructure applications, reliability, robustness, and security aren’t optional—they’re mandatory. Our latest M2M Industrial Router 2 SECURE, equipped with advanced security features like token-based Device Manager communication, PKI options, Node-RED integration, and simplified factory preconfiguration, delivers precisely the performance and reliability required for industrial environments.
For utilities and industrial partners looking to secure their communications reliably, our industrial routers provide the optimal solution, combining robustness, security, and flexibility. Enhance your infrastructure’s resilience today with our secure, versatile mobile router solutions.
Reach out to our team to discuss your specific requirements and how our routers can support your infrastructure’s needs.
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