A fire department serving 100,000 citizens faced a crucial challenge in modernizing its aging command and control vehicle (CCV) to coordinate fire and rescue services and access mission-critical data effectively. Their existing hardware could not support multiple in-vehicle devices and had limited access… Read More…
Sierra Wireless’s AirLink RX55 IoT Router Addresses Key IIoT Challenges
The Sierra Wireless AirLink RX55 is tailored for mission-critical applications and offers cutting-edge security, seamless device management, and resilience in challenging environments. Available in three variants for use in North America, APAC, and EMEA – AirLink RX55 Base, AirLink RX55 Wi-Fi, and AirLink RX55… Read More…
Understanding Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Since its invention in the late 1990s, PoE has emerged as a transformative force in residential and commercial use cases. By using existing Ethernet cabling for both power and data transmission, PoE offers a cost-effective solution that reduces the need for separate electrical wiring. This is particularly… Read More…
USAT and Sierra Wireless Connect Smart Grid Technologies
Governments and utility companies worldwide are embarking on a journey towards a low-carbon economy, redefining the landscape of power generation and consumption. The traditional power grid is undergoing a groundbreaking revolution, paving the way for the seamless integration of renewable energy sources, addressing escalating… Read More…
FirstNet Provides Reliable and Secure Communication for Utility Companies
In times of emergency or natural disasters, utility companies play a crucial role in ensuring community safety. Reliable communication is vital for utility workers, often some of the first responders arriving at the scene, working tirelessly to manage or restore essential services like…. Read More…
Sierra Wireless AirLink XR Series Bulletin
Sierra Wireless has identified a hardware issue with a limited number of XR routers that affects the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). The issue is indicated by a flashing red GNSS LED on a powered router, even when a known-good active GNSS antenna is connected. This problem… Read More…
Enhancing Public Safety with Real-time I/O Sensor Data
For law enforcement officers, dispatchers, and other first responders, the ability to access critical information and respond swiftly to escalating situations can mean the difference between safety and jeopardy. With technological advancements, police departments are embracing innovative solutions to improve situational awareness and enhance officer safety…. Read More…
Leveraging IIoT Within Water and Wastewater Utilities
The water and wastewater industry faces numerous challenges, including resource scarcity, urban population growth, environmental regulations, and process inefficiencies. However, adopting connected machines and devices through the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is revolutionizing utility… Read more…
Sierra Wireless Google Maps API Change Bulletin
Sierra Wireless’ AM/AMM management system incorporates the functionality of Google Maps, offering numerous map-based reports and other features. There is an upcoming compatibility issue with certain map-based reports, such as Coverage Trails, due to the upcoming release of Google Maps API… Read More…
Why FirstNet Routers Are A Better Option For First Responders
In times of crisis, ensuring seamless communication for first responders and public safety agencies becomes paramount. The concern over potential network disruptions or congestion-related connection issues should be the last thing on their minds, as it could impede their life-saving efforts… Read More…