Siemens enables the transmission of Profinet IO via a private 5G network, which allows data to be transmitted in real time for industrial applications.
This is made possible by the VXLAN (Virtual Extensible LAN) transmission technology in the Scalance 5G routers and security appliances from Siemens. VXLAN embeds the Profinet IO protocol, which is transmitted in Layer 2, into Layer 3 packets, which allows them to be transmitted across network boundaries. Since Layer 2 communication now takes place via 5G, a central controller can communicate with decentralized I/O modules on mobile devices such as automated guided vehicles (AGVs) via Profinet in a private 5G network and no local controls have to be used on the individual AGVs. This saves costs and reduces maintenance.
Industrial 5G at the Hannover Messe
At the booth in Hall 9, Siemens will also be showcasing the connection of automated guided vehicles via 5G in a prototype of a private industrial standalone 5G network. Mobile participants in production facilities, such as Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) in intralogistics and mobile robots increase flexibility in production and require reliable wireless communication for smooth and safe operation.
With the Scalance MUM853-1, Siemens is exhibiting its industrial 5G router for the control cabinet at the trade fair. The device connects local industrial applications with public 5G and 4G (LTE) mobile networks. With the router, plants, machines, controls and other industrial devices can be monitored and maintained remotely via a public mobile network at high data rates. In addition, the device can be integrated into private 5G networks. The Scalance MUM853-1 thus enables trend-setting applications such as mobile robots in production or autonomous vehicles in logistics.
First tests in the private 5G test field at the trade fair
Deutsche Messe and Siemens are giving all companies access to innovative Industrial 5G technology at the '5G Smart Venue' in Hanover. Companies can test their applications in a prototype of a private Industrial 5G standalone test network based on Release 15. This is an industrial 5G network that uses the spectrum for campus networks available in Germany (3.7 - 3.8 GHz band). The first companies are already testing the network, for example the industrial ICT company HMS Networks has integrated sensors into the infrastructure via a controller and a 5G router. 'The integration of our devices into the Siemens network was very easy,' says Dr. Jens Jakobsen, Head of Development at HMS Labs. Frank Hakemeyer, Director Communication Interfaces at Phoenix Contact, adds: 'Within Siemens' private 5G network, we will be demonstrating at the Hannover Messe how our industrial 5G router can now also transmit security-relevant signals via mobile communications. Commissioning our 5G router within the Siemens network was particularly easy.'
Siemens is developing its own 5G ecosystem, which consists of a 5G infrastructure for private 5G networks and end devices. The 5G infrastructure is still under development and will be available in 2023.
Siemens Digital Industries (DI) is an innovation leader in automation and digitalization. Closely collaborating with partners and customers, DI drives the digital transformation in the process and discrete industries. With its Digital Enterprise portfolio, DI provides companies of all sizes with an end-to-end set of products, solutions and services to integrate and digitalize the entire value chain. Optimized for the specific needs of each industry, DI's unique portfolio supports customers to achieve greater productivity and flexibility. DI is constantly adding innovations to its portfolio to integrate cutting-edge future technologies. Siemens Digital Industries has its global headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany, and has around 72,000 employees internationally.
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to cleaner and more comfortable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, the company creates technology with purpose adding real value for customers. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to transform their industries and markets, helping them to transform the everyday for billions of people. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a globally leading medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare. In addition, Siemens holds a minority stake in Siemens Energy, a global leader in the transmission and generation of electrical power.
In fiscal 2021, which ended on September 30, 2021, the Siemens Group generated revenue of EUR62.3 billion and net income of EUR6.7 billion. As of September 30, 2021, the company had around 303,000 employees worldwide.
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