Intelligent Automation and Control
The multi-purpose Gridstream Connect network enables communications to DA devices, allowing distribution utilities to monitor the activity and status of field devices. These include reclosers, voltage regulators, switches, and other electronically controlled devices that are equipped with communications technology, such as the Landis+Gyr Network Integrated WAN Radio (IWR) and Network Bridge. The network features higher speed / lower latency communications, with industry leading security solutions, and offers a path to interoperability with Wi-SUN support.
The Network IWR provides serial connectivity for advanced mesh networks. Available with RF Mesh and Mesh IP protocols for a reliable and secured network, the IWR offers individual message prioritization with DA traffic as the highest priority. Support for programming at the radio level provides near real-time monitoring and control.
The Network Bridge operates at the community level with an onboard processor, serving as a computing platform in a distributed architecture. Available with Mesh IP protocol to support DA applications, the Network Bridge also offers a cellular modem option that supports major telecom carriers globally, and is private LTE ready. In addition, with the Series 6 radio, the Bridge provides support for OFDM modulation (up to 2.4 Mbps speeds). Configurable, serviceable, and upgradeable, the Network Bridge features 2x Ethernet and 2x Serial ports.