Wireless communication

Wireless industrialenvironments

Why wireless?
In today’s rapidly evolving world, wireless technology
offers numerous advantages
Unlike traditional cables, wireless technology does not
suffer from wear and tear, ensuring increased uptime andreliability. Its flexibility allows for connections to machines
in hard-to-reach areas or the ability to move or modify
installations to match operational needs.

Additionally, wireless technology provides easy accessto data, improving monitoring and operator safety. It
delivers cost savings through faster and more affordable
installations, reduced maintenance, and enhanced
scalability, making it a smart choice for modern industrial
needs.

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Improved flexibility

Increased uptime andreliability

Easy access to data

Why HMS Networks?
HMS Networks can help you enjoy the benefits of wireless technology"We offer ready-made, industrially verified products and expert guidance to ensure a smooth
installation. Our comprehensive range of Anybus Wireless products allows you to select the wirelesstechnology that precisely matches your requirements, while our experienced experts are with you
every step of the way. They’ll help you choose the ideal wireless technology and product for yourspecific application and provide hands-on support, fine-tuning the installation process for optimalresults."
Samuel ÅkessonBusiness Line DirectorAnybus Wireless at HMS Networks

Cost savings

How wireless technology canimprove your installation!
Improve efficiency and safety withmobile robots!

Wireless technology is the only way to connect AGVs
or AMRs with safety systems and fleet managers. Unleash the power of AGVs and AMRs to boost productivity and improve safety!

Quicker, cheaper, and more flexible
installations

Wireless technology is a cost-effective, more flexible alternative to wired installations. It’s quicker
and cheaper to install, with no need for long runsof expensive cables. It can also overcome onsite
obstacles.

Easy access to data

Wireless technology enables constant,real-time access to Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs) and control cabinets. Use
handheld devices to access PLC data quicklyand easily.

Remove cables and increase
uptime!

Replace stress-prone cables in moving
equipment like robots and turntables withwireless options to prevent breakage andmaintain uninterrupted production.

Case Study

The Anybus Wireless Bolt
– a baker’s best friendÖstras Bakery embraced the future by installing a state-of-the-art control
system from Softec, ensuring the continued production of their delicious breadand cakes. The new machine, featuring cylinder-shaped containers mounted
on a carousel for dough mixing, presented a unique challenge. The continuous rotation could cause wear and tear on the slip rings used for control data,
leading to eventual breakage. Moreover, the control cabinet’s location on
the other side of the room further complicated wiring. Softec’s solution? TheAnybus Wireless Bolt. The Anybus Wireless Bolt provided a flexible, reliablewireless connection, minimizing the risk of downtime and ensuring everyone
can continue to enjoy Östras’ tasty treats.

“The alternative to using wireless communication, would be to use slip rings. But everything that moves and turns wears down
after a while, so we decided to go with a wireless solution. It’s worked well and was also easy to install – pretty much plug andplay.”
Andreas Kisch, Softec

Case Study

Wireless guides the way
at Mercedes-Benz!
When Mercedes-Benz wanted to expand their AGV installation to increasethroughput and to be able to comply with the soon-to-be mandatory Machinery
Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, they called HMS. HMS provided the wireless expertise,products, and hands on support to ensure the AGVs moved efficiently and safely
around the factory. The wireless infrastructure uses Anybus Access Points poweredby Anybus PoE L2 Managed Switches, with an Anybus Wireless Bolt II mounted oneach AGV. The Anybus Wireless Bolts handle communication from the AGVs to thetraffic control system and connect to the 12 different access points in the factory’sceiling. As an AGV moves out of range of one access point, it transitions to thenext, ensuring uninterrupted communication.

“Everything worked as we hoped. The connection is very stable, and we are now able to comply with the safety machinery
regulation. The support for more bandwidth has even allowed us to manage and configure the AGVs remotely, which, while
not a key objective is a nice bonus.”
Maximilian Lichan, Mercedes-Benz

Anybus Wireless Bolt
Connect machines in multi-directional applications via
Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
The Wireless Bolt is ideal for establishing wireless connections to roaming machines,
such as AGVs, or to control cabinets from any angle. HMS offers a range of Anybus
Wireless Bolts, ensuring that there's a Bolt to match your needs.

Wireless Bolt:

Wireless Bolt II:

Ideal for connecting field-level devices that require short
start-up times and high determinism.

Ideal for connecting machines on the Control andSCADA levels that require higher data transfer rates.

Wireless Bolt

Wireless Bolt II

Max data rate

802.11 a, b, g, n
802.11r (Fast roaming)
65 Mbit/s

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
802.11r (Fast roaming)
867 Mbit/s

NAT support

NoYes

MAC cloning

Yes

Yes

Wi-fi standard

Security

WEP, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (PEAP-MSCHAPv2)
Operating mode Access point, Client, Bluetooth NAP, Bluetooth
PANU
Antenna
Single antenna

WPA2/3-Personal, WPA2/3-Enterprise (PEAPMSCHAPv2/TLS)
WDS Access point, WDS client, Access point,Client
Dual antenna

Max. clients

507Anybus Wireless Bridge
Connect Ethernet machines in point-to-point andmulti-point applications via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi

Wireless Bridge IIAnybus Wireless Bridge II
The Anybus Wireless Bridge II Ethernet
connects industrial machines with Ethernet
ports to wireless networks via Bluetooth®
or Wi-Fi. Designed for both point-to-point
and multi-point applications, it’s ideal
for stationary yet moving machines (e.g.,cranes, turntables, robots) or to offer wireless access to control cabinets in point-topoint setups.

Wi-fi standard
Max data rate

802.11 a, b, g, n
802.11r (Fast roaming)
65 Mbit/s

NAT support

No

MAC cloning

Yes

Security

WEP, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise(PEAP-MSCHAPv2)
Operating mode Access point, Client, Bluetooth NAP, Bluetooth
PANU
Antenna
Dual (MIMO) 2.4GHz antenna, single (SISO) 5GHz
antenna or single external antenna (SISO).
(Two versions available, with internal antennas
and with external antennas)
Max. clients7Anybus Wireless Access Point
Connect machines seamlessly in harsh environments indoors or outdoors

Anybus Wireless Access Point
With industrial reliability and support forfast roaming, the Anybus Wireless LAN
Access Points are the perfect complement
to the Bolt and Bridge family of products.
Available in indoor and outdoor versions.

Wireless access points
Wi-fi standard

Max data rate

IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 compliant, backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/nIEEE
802.11r (Fast roaming)
867 Mbit/s

NAT support

Yes

MAC cloning

NoSecurity

TLS v1.2, HTTPs/SSH
WLAN AP Security: WPA/WPA2-PSK, WPA/WPA2Enterprise
DMZ, IP/Port Filter
NAT: 1-1 NAT, NAPT(SNAT/DNAT), Port forwarding
VPN: IPSec, OpenVPN, L2TP, GRE
Operating mode Access point, Client, WDS Access Point, WDS
ClientAntenna
Dual antennaWireless Technical Services
Let Anybus' wireless experts help you in your project
Go wireless with confidence!
If you're unsure which wireless technology to choose
for your application or need help with installation or
troubleshooting, our team of wireless experts is readyto assist you. They can guide you through the installation process, conduct a site survey for optimal accesspoint locations and interference mitigation, and helpchoose the right antenna. They’ll also assist in selecting
and installing certified equipment and validate the setup
upon completion.

Focus on your area of expertise, leave the
networking to Anybus!

5G just around the corner!
With the arrival of 5G, the manufacturingindustry faces its biggest transformation
yet. Safer, flexible and more efficientmanufacturing systems will be possible
thanks to the ultra-low-latency andreliability of 5G connectivity.

It’s not only about speed
The standardization of 5G is an ongoing process within the3GPP organization. Vendors have been testing the technology
in selected factories around the world and we are starting
to see companies selecting 5G as the core infrastructure forplantwide wireless networks. The current 3GPP release 16
provide a very reliable wireless technology very suitable fordemanding industrial applications, including the Ultra-Reliable Low Latency Communications (URLLC) critical for control

applications. With the release of 3GPP release 17 we will also
see the introduction of 5G RedCap, which aims at offering a
cost-reduced wireless connectivity with performance similar
to LTE over the 5G network. 5G radio modules and network
infrastructure supporting release 17 are expected by the endof 2023 and deployment in factories will start in 2024.

5G routers and gateways
Enables ultra-fast and reliable industrial wirelessconnections
HMS Industrial Networks is a trailblazer in Industrial Information and Communications Technology (ICT). Collaboratingwith partners like Ericsson, Verizon, and IFM, HMS has been
pioneering 5G connectivity solutions for industrial use. Currently, several proof-of-concept installations are operationalwith major automotive manufacturers worldwide. These applications include advanced Automated Guided Vehicle (AGVs),
ensuring maximum uptime, reliability, and safety. While HMS
already offers an array of 5G devices and demo kits through its
innovative labs department, the HMS business unit Anybus isgearing up to launch a standard product in the Anybus WirelessBolt series in 2024.
HMS collaborates with the telecommunications company
Ericsson to explore the deployment of 5G in industrial applications. At the Hannover Messe 2024, Ericsson demonstrated how AGVs can enhance safety by implementing industrial
safety protocols through the use of 5G access points provided by HMS Networks.

The Wireless Bolt 5G is packaged in an elegant and innovative
form factor that mounts securely onto a machine or cabinet for
an integrated look.
The Wireless Bolt 5G from HMS Networks enables you tocreate a robust cellular connection in an industrial production environment. Go to www.hms-networks.com for more
information.

Industrial protocols and layer 2 functions commonly used
in industrial networks cannot typically be transmitted over5G. However, the ‘Tunneling gateway’ from HMS Networks
allows you to reliably tunnel industrial protocols and layer
2 functions over 5G.

Work with HMS.
The number one choice forIndustrial ICT - Information andCommunication Technology.

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