SCADA Communications Gateways, Routers, and Modems

SCADA Communications Gateways, Routers, and Modems

MCA CNS TeamMCA News

Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) applications are computer systems for gathering and analyzing real-time data. They can monitor and control a plant or equipment in telecommunications, water and waste control, energy, oil and gas refining, and transportation. The system gathers information, such as where a leak on… Read more…

Custom Transit Applications to Monitor On-Board Devices

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Sierra Wireless

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…

Applications to Improve Transit Agency Operations

MCA CNS TeamMCA News

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…

Captive Portals for Public Transit Wi-Fi Applications

Using Captive Portals For Passenger Wi-Fi In Transit Vehicles

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Sierra Wireless

For many years – decades even – transportation has been fairly isolated from the digital world. However, the contemporary landscape sees an increasing number of transit companies embracing the concept of passenger Wi-Fi connectivity. This enables commuters to stay connected, work remotely, or indulge in their favorite online content while on the move. However, provisioning public… Read More…

Sierra Wireless Powers Expansion of Two-Way Radio Network

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Sierra Wireless

Founded in 2010, the preeminent commercial IP-connected two-way radio network in Australia has solidified its status by working with some of the leading mobile communications experts in the country. Operating on the Motorola DMR (digital mobile radio) platform, the company has established a robust presence nationwide… Read More…

Connectivity for Smart Parking Applications

Intelligent Parking Connectivity Solutions

Jesse HallCradlepoint, MCA News, Poynting, Verizon

Those managing parking areas need solutions that enable them to maximize the efficiency of operations regardless of whether they manage on-street parking spaces or condensed multi-level car parks. With increasing frequency, they are in search of ways to automate gate controls, expedite payment transactions, improve visitor… Read more…

Solar Powered Gateways Enable Truly Wireless Communications

MCA CNS TeamCradlepoint, Digi International, MCA News, MultiTech, Sierra Wireless

We are fielding more and more calls from clients looking to have wireless devices be truly wireless. Data goes over the air; we have that part nailed. However, the electricity to power the device comes from a wire stretched to a transformer through the transmission and distribution plant of the electric utility—power is hardwired and dependent on the “grid”… Read More…

The Ultimate Guide to Smart City Connectivity

MCA CNS TeamCradlepoint, MCA News, Sierra Wireless

Local government is a 24/7 enterprise. Constantly changing dynamics and daily emergencies have always pressured city governments to be agile and cost-efficient. In the digital age, citizens expect cities to respond to their needs and mandates quicker than before, and they want to access city services conveniently — whenever and wherever. Of course, citizens also still expect cities to make the most of their tax dollars… Read More…

Nevada DOT’s M2M Digital Signage Project

MCA CNS TeamMCA News, Poynting, Sierra Wireless

Like many infrastructure providers, the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) is continuously developing projects to increase the intelligence of its transportation systems. As part of its transition from analog to digital infrastructure just over a decade ago, NDOT enlisted Las Vegas Electric to expand Nevada’s network of road messaging signs and fiber optic connectivity… Read more…