Technology company Siemens has announced a significant upgrade to its industrial-grade 5G private infrastructure solution that will enable manufacturers to cover larger industrial areas with enhanced connectivity capabilities. The expanded solution now supports up to 24 radio units, with each unit capable of covering approximately 5,000 m2.

The upgraded 5G private infrastructure is now available in several countries, including Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark, Austria and Brazil, with plans to expand to additional countries throughout 2025. When the initial version of Siemens’ 5G private infrastructure was launched in 2023, it was exclusively available in Germany. To complement the infrastructure expansion, Siemens is also introducing the new compact Scalance MUB852-1, an entry-level 5G router for use in enclosures with protection class IP20, part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio. The router matches the form factor of the Siemens Simatic ET200 I/O and integrates seamlessly into Siemens’ Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) environment.

“Our enhanced 5G private infrastructure solution represents another milestone in connected manufacturing,” said Axel Lorenz , CEO Process Automation at Siemens. “By enabling coverage of larger industrial areas while maintaining the same reliable connectivity, we are meeting the increasing demands of modern manufacturing environments.”

The enhanced solution comes at a crucial time when reliable wireless connectivity in factory environments faces increasing challenges. Traditional unlicensed Wi-Fi spectrum is often overwhelmed in crowded environments, leading to communication disruptions and potential production downtime. Siemens’ 5G private infrastructure directly addresses these challenges by providing a dedicated network solution for critical applications. 5G private networks also create the flexible communication infrastructure needed to easily integrate smart sensors and edge devices, enabling data-driven decisions on the factory floor through AI applications.

User-friendly design meets industrial requirements

Building on these capabilities, Siemens developed this solution specifically for industrial use cases and requirements. The system features an innovative and user-friendly approach, with a simple configuration process that requires only around 20 variables in a single, comprehensive web user interface. A clearly organized dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of the network status, making it accessible even to non-IT users. While many industrial solutions require specialized expertise, Siemens’ approach prioritizes user-friendly operation and simple implementation to support mission- and business-critical applications.

This private 5G infrastructure will be extremely valuable in a variety of industrial sectors, including manufacturing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, intralogistics, heavy industries and mining. The system allows companies to operate their networks independently, without relying on third-party providers, ensuring greater cybersecurity and data privacy thanks to on-site installation. Users can flexibly modify their networks to meet changing demands and perform rapid troubleshooting when necessary.

“The industrial world is moving away from the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to wireless connectivity. With our private industrial 5G infrastructure, we are giving manufacturers the tools to design their digital backbone exactly the way they need it, whether operating a single production line or an entire smart factory complex,” said Lorenz.

About Siemens:

Siemens Digital Industries (DI)  empowers companies of all sizes in the process and discrete manufacturing industries to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformation across the entire value chain. Siemens’ cutting-edge automation and software portfolio revolutionizes the design, realization and optimization of products and production. And with Siemens Xcelerator – the open digital business platform – this process becomes even easier, faster and more scalable. Together with our partners and ecosystem, Siemens Digital Industries enables customers to become a sustainable Digital Enterprise. Siemens Digital Industries has a workforce of around 70,000 people worldwide.

Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology that transforms everyday life, for everyone. By bridging the real and digital worlds, Siemens enables customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations – making factories more efficient, cities more livable and transportation more sustainable. Siemens also holds a majority stake in the publicly listed company Siemens Healthineers, a leading global supplier of medical technology that is at the forefront of innovations in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. In fiscal 2024, which ended on September 30, 2024, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €75.9 billion and net income of €9.0 billion. As of September 30, 2024, the company employed around 312,000 people worldwide based on continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at  www.siemens.com .

Source: Siemens

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