HMS Networks has introduced the Anybus Wireless Bolt LTE, which connects industrial machines to a cellular LTE network in a robust, versatile, and easy to implement solution.
The Anybus Wireless Bolt LTE is an industrial grade router which provides high speed, transparent internet access to remote industrial machines via an LTE (4G) network with 3G fallback. This enables users to perform comprehensive remote monitoring, to analyse targeting increased system uptime and reduced costly maintenance trips. 
The LTE is compatible with any TCP or UDP based protocol and can be used to bring 4G connectivity to applications that do not have internet access or are limited to communicate over older standards such as 2G or 3G.
The IP66 and IP67 rated enclosure allows the LTE bolt to be installed in the toughest of operating environments, and the wide temperature coverage of −40°C-65°C makes it suitable for outdoor applications. The LTE is installed either by bolting it to a 50mm hole in the machine or cabinet where it creates a tight fitting connection on the exterior of the machine, or by mounting it to a post, wall or similar, using the mounting accessory Bolt Base Protector.
“The Wireless Bolt LTE combines the unique, robust form factor of our existing Wireless Bolt products with a high-speed internet connection, and this is opening up a lot of possible uses,” explains Martin Falkman product manager at HMS Networks. “The feedback from early adopters has been very positive. We get many comments about how easy it is to set up, and how all features make it very practical in the field. The fact that an external antenna is not required is very appreciated since users often face connectivity problems with external antennas - and sometimes they even get stolen. The built-in GPS tracker has been well received by the early adopters, and they also like that the same product can be used for both low bandwidth communication, such as MQTT, as well as connections which require more bandwidth such as firmware updates or video transmissions.” 
The LTE bolt is packaged among an all-encompassing kit, including an Ethernet RJ45 connector, radio modem, GPS tracker, and integrated dual antennas. The product can be powered through an Ethernet cable or via separate power terminals. Ethernet cables can be up to 100m long, enabling users to optimise the placement of the LTE bolt up to 100m from the connected industrial equipment.
As the solution can be installed in an exposed location, there is no need for an external antenna or antenna cable. This has both financial and practical benefits, as external antennas can be expensive, fragile and sensitive to interference. The Anybus LTE is available in both white and black, where the white version is recommended in installations exposed to sunlight as it is verified for use in higher temperatures of up to +65°.
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