Siemens expands private 5G infrastructure to more countries

Key Takeaways

• Siemens is expanding its private 5G infrastructure to 8 additional countries, including the United States
• The expansion includes new radio units covering the 3.8-4.2 GHz band and the U.S.-specific CBRS band
• Siemens' private 5G infrastructure supports industrial communication applications, including automation protocols like PROFINET
• The system has been certified by TÜV to support wireless PROFIsafe communication for safety-related applications

Introduction to Private 5G Infrastructure

Siemens is expanding its private 5G infrastructure to more countries, bringing the total to 15 countries across Europe and the Americas. This expansion includes two new radio units, one covering the 3.8-4.2 GHz band and the other covering the U.S.-specific CBRS band. The CBRS-band radio unit allows U.S. manufacturers to deploy Siemens' private 5G on their own premises for various applications, including manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, intralogistics, heavy industry, and crane operations.

The Connectivity Challenge in Manufacturing

The increasing use of AI in factories is resulting in growing data volumes, which can overload unlicensed Wi-Fi frequencies in dense industrial environments. To address this challenge, Siemens' private 5G infrastructure operates on licensed spectrum for industrial communication applications, providing a more reliable and secure connection.

Private 5G for Industrial Use

Siemens' private 5G infrastructure is designed specifically for industrial use cases, operational requirements, and on-premises wireless network operation. The system supports automation protocols like PROFINET and offers adjustable upload and download capacities through TDD patterns. Configuration requires setting around 20 variables in a web-based dashboard.

Comparison of Private 5G Infrastructure

Industrial Connectivity Portfolio

Siemens will also present its industrial connectivity portfolio at Hannover Messe, including wired and wireless networking, switching, routing, industrial power supplies, and OT network management, diagnostics, and cybersecurity tools. The portfolio includes managed and unmanaged switches, SITOP industrial power supplies, SINEC Secure Connect, and the SINEC Advanced Network Suite.

Bottom Line

Siemens' expansion of its private 5G infrastructure to more countries is a significant step forward in addressing the increasing connectivity demands in manufacturing environments. With its private 5G infrastructure, Siemens is providing a reliable, secure, and high-capacity connection for industrial communication applications, making it an attractive solution for manufacturers looking to improve their operations. The system's certification by TÜV to support wireless PROFIsafe communication for safety-related applications further enhances its credibility. As the industrial connectivity landscape continues to evolve, Siemens is well-positioned to meet the growing demands of manufacturers worldwide.