LANCOM and Hirschmann intensify cooperation
802.11n and a new platform for industrial WLAN products
Aachen, August 25, 2008 - The wireless LAN and networking specialists LANCOM Systems and the specialist for industrial automation and networking Hirschmann Automation and Control are to intensify their cooperation in the field of industrial WLAN. As a result of this developing partnership, Hirschmann is expanding their product range to include 802.11n-based industrial access points. Furthermore LANCOM and Hirschmann are to cooperate on developing a new, higher performance hardware platform specifically for industrial purposes.
Successful cooperation between the companies dates back to 2006. Jointly developed products are characterized by their robustness and features that are specifically for industrial applications. They are equipped with protective housings rated to IP67, they are resistant to vibration, explosion proof (Atex Zone II), they conform to EN50155, and they offer very high electromagnetic compatibility. The latest access points based on 802.11n will also support HiperRing, Profinet and Ethernet IP, a virtual COM port and the Hirschmann management system Industrial HiVision.
"Collaboration with LANCOM has assisted Hirschmann to achieve a leading position in industrial WLAN systems in a very short time," says Dr. Peter Pokrandt, Managing Director of Hirschmann Automation and Control. "An example demonstrating this was launched in late 2007, the world's first access point approved for Ex-Zone 2. Intensifying this cooperation ensures that our customers will continue to benefit from innovative wireless products in future."
"The cooperation with Hirschmann Automation und Control enables LANCOM Systems to supply technology also to the worldwide markets of industrial applications. We can jointly develop and launch innovative products in a minimum of time, which in turn helps us to build on our company's leading position," adds Ralf Koenzen, Managing Director of LANCOM Systems.
Typical applications for Hirschmann industrial WLAN products are with manufacturers in the automotive sector, at steel works, in transportation—rail, road and shipping—and also in the energy sector including refineries, wind generators and solar power-generation plants.
LANCOM Systems background
LANCOM Systems GmbH is the leading German manufacturer of reliable, innovative network components for large enterprises and SMEs, public authorities and institutions. The company supplies products and software for IP-based VPN, VoIP and wireless networks, along with support and services.
Products are planned and developed specifically for the requirements of business customers. The focus is on comprehensive solutions for site connectivity by virtual private networks (VPN) and on wireless networking (WLAN).
LANCOM Systems GmbH is headquartered in Würselen near Aachen and has sales offices in Munich, London, Madrid, Bolzano and Amsterdam.
The company's founder and Managing Director is Ralf Koenzen.
About Hirschmann Automation and Control
Hirschmann Automation and Control, a Belden brand, is part of Belden Inc. (NYSE:BDC), a global leader in signal transmission solutions. Hirschmann has focussed its competence on the Strategic Business Units Industrial Networking, Industrial Connectors and Electronic Control Systems. The product portfolio ranges from network components and WLAN systems through actuator and sensor connectors to systems for safe load moment indication of cranes and a number of other mobile plant applications. The company, which is headquartered in Neckartenzlingen, has its own production sites in Germany and subsidiaries in several European countries, the USA and Asia. In 2007 Hirschmann Automation and Control achieved sales of €202 million with about 770 employees.
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