Custom Transit Applications to Monitor On-Board Devices

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As our earlier post on router selection highlighted, selecting the ideal device goes beyond checking boxes on a spec sheet. With precise requirements across various use cases, it’s important to consider how each device in contention will align with current user expectations, existing infrastructure, and future scalability… Read More…

Optimizing Data Usage for Electric Utilities

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A utility client approached USAT for assistance in upgrading their network infrastructure to connect SCADA devices at strategic points in their distribution network, including key substations. Their primary objective was to procure, provision, and deploy hundreds of cellular routers across their urban infrastructure to… Read More…

Unleashing the Power of Custom Application Development

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In the industrial IoT and M2M communications field, questions often arise about the compatibility of custom applications with cellular devices, especially those lacking explicit container support and robust processing capabilities. These questions are so common because running embedded applications on devices with limited memory and processing power is feasible… Read More…

Applications to Improve Transit Agency Operations

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Selecting the correct cellular devices for your use case is often more complicated than simply ticking boxes on a checklist – it’s a nuanced journey where specific needs must seamlessly align with the available options. While data sheets and technical specifications often provide a foundation, approximately 5-10% of… Read More…

The Impact of Containers on Cellular Routers

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“Containers” refer to the capability of a device to utilize lightweight, portable software packages. Specifically developed for edge computing, newer industrial cellular routers come equipped with the storage and processing power needed to run a piece of software – including the code, a runtime, libraries, environment… Read More…

Sierra Wireless’s AirLink RX55 IoT Router Addresses Key IIoT Challenges

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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…

Cradlepoint NCCO Powers Safe Workplace Initiatives

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Cradlepoint has emerged as a key player in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, offering innovative solutions to enhance network capabilities. With the introduction of their NetCloud Container Orchestrator (NCCO), Cradlepoint empowers IT professionals to build, deploy, run, and manage Docker-compatible application containers… Read More