The increasing complexity of industrial environments demands robust, flexible, and secure wireless communication solutions. Moxa’s industrial wireless technologies are engineered to meet these challenges, offering high-performance Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, resilient AeroMesh wireless mesh networking, and advanced mobile automation capabilities. These solutions are purpose-built for mission-critical applications in harsh or remote environments, supporting digital transformation and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) across various sectors.
With the adoption of digitalization in industrial sectors, the number of connected devices is steadily increasing, and it has been tough for conventional wired installations, especially in older installations. Industrial wireless LAN truly represents the most effective and scalable way to enable the latest digital applications related to artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Moxa’s next-generation AWK Wi-Fi 6 Series allows high-performance, low-latency wireless communication with speeds far exceeding Gigabit Ethernet, making it well-suited for data-heavy processes in harsh environments. These Wi-Fi 6 access points can fit every industry, whether it’s factory automation or mining, which makes them a future-ready choice for various industrial applications.
Are These Industrial Wireless Challenges Holding You Back?
Select your role to explore the connectivity challenges you face in industrial environments.
Limited Installation Space
Is restricted machine space making it difficult to deploy industrial wireless networking equipment?
Regional Inventory Complexity
Are multiple SKUs, regional certifications, and local requirements adding complexity to your industrial automation projects?
Wireless Signal Interference & Instability
Do unexpected wireless disconnects and unstable signals threaten the reliability of your industrial network?
Industrial Hardware Vulnerability
Could electrical surges, electrostatic discharge, and harsh industrial conditions put your wireless hardware at risk?
Expansion & Compliance Challenges
Are cabling limitations, installation constraints, and regulatory requirements making industrial network expansion harder?
High Maintenance Costs
Are recurring network issues and emergency site visits increasing maintenance expenses and operational downtime?
Reliable industrial mobility requires more than simply connecting devices wirelessly. Machine builders and system integrators must overcome space limitations, challenging RF environments, hardware risks, compliance requirements, and ongoing maintenance demands. Moxa industrial wireless solutions are engineered to address these challenges with dependable connectivity for demanding automation and industrial networking applications.
Primary Benefits of Moxa Industrial Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Reliable Connectivity
- Easily scalable and self-healing Wi-Fi networks with AeroMesh
- Seamless connectivity with millisecond-level Turbo Roaming
- Hardened design with antenna and power isolation
- Flawless transmission by filtering out adjacent and out-of-band interference
Trusted Security
- Security features referencing IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 to shield critical assets and simplify auditing*
- Fully compliant with the Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
Simplified Management
- Globalized SKU strategy with major international certifications
- Real-time visual topology and wireless link-status monitoring with MXview One Wireless
Scalable and Resilient Industrial Wi-Fi Networks
Eliminate complex cabling in hard-to-wire areas and constantly changing installations. Moxa's AeroMesh technology with zero-touch recovery dynamically adapts and reroutes traffic if a wireless node fails. By removing single-point failures and the need for manual intervention, AeroMesh maximizes network uptime, speeds up deployment, and simplifies maintenance in dynamic industrial environments.
- Intelligent Self-forming Architecture: AeroMesh autonomously optimizes the wireless topology, reducing cabling costs and enabling rapid deployment in rapidly-changing environments. This high-performance architecture ensures ultra-low latency transmissions for mission-critical applications, such as real-time 4K video streaming and precision motion control.
- Resilient Self-healing Redundancy: The mesh network supports seamless auto-recovery to prevent single points of failure and potential network downtime. By automatically rerouting traffic through the most efficient path, critical data flows remain uninterrupted, even in the event of a portal or node failure.
Interruption-free Roaming
Moxa's AWK Series supports Turbo Roaming to deliver millisecond-level handovers for highly dynamic environments. With test-proven break times of < 150 ms, the AWK Series enables seamless connectivity that prevents network drops and eliminates costly production line disruptions.
Extended Product Life Cycle
Eliminate the risks of electrical instability with the AWK Series. Engineered with industrial-grade ESD protection and motor surge suppression, this hardware provides a robust defense for sensitive components. By protecting against static discharge and voltage spikes, these built-in protections significantly extend equipment lifespan and reduce maintenance costs in demanding environments.
Precise and Clean Signals
Integrated RF filtering optimizes out-of-band rejection for 5G, LTE, and Bluetooth while neutralizing adjacent-frequency interference to deliver optimal signal quality in noisy environments. Make signal instability and packet loss a thing of the past; experience crystal-clear signals for seamless, reliable operations with the AWK Series.
IEC 62443-4-2 SL2 Security
Fortify your industrial network against crippling cyberattacks and unauthorized intrusions. With built-in security features referencing IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2,* Moxa's AWK Wi-Fi 6 Series provides administrators with strict user access controls, robust WPA3 data encryption, and restricted data flows via network address translation (NAT). Streamline compliance with international standards while enabling swift incident response to keep your critical assets secure and your operations running.
RED Cybersecurity Compliance
The AWK Series is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED). Compliance with strict local radio and security regulations means the AWK Series ensures hassle-free entry into the EU market, accelerating time-to-revenue.
Universal Models for Streamlined Compliance
Moxa's AWK-1160 Series contains one of the smallest standalone industrial Wi-Fi 6 form factors available, expediting international time-to-market and allowing for integration into tight machine enclosures. Pre-certified for major global RF standards under a universal SKU strategy, a single hardware model can be deployed worldwide, eliminating regulatory barriers and simplifying inventory management. Further, the AWK-1165A series and AWK-1165C series have five Ethernet switch ports, eliminating an additional part and having a smaller footprint, which can alleviate deployments and improve efficiency across factory automation, packaging, and assembly lines.
Real-time Visual Topology
Gain full control over your wireless infrastructure with instant visibility that puts an end to "blind troubleshooting". The MXview One Wireless add-on features a real-time visualized topology, providing at-a-glance insight into link status and signal strength across your entire wireless network. Operators can swiftly identify signal dead zones or interference sources and perform proactive maintenance to address connectivity issues before they impact production.
Real World Applications
Factory Inspection
Smart Warehouse
Mining Fleets
Factory Inspection
To improve worker safety and help advance their sustainability goals, a global leading semiconductor company in Taiwan deployed robotic dogs in unmanned and inaccessible areas of the factory.
System Requirements:
- Network infrastructure that is easy to deploy and scale up
- Reliable Wi-Fi connectivity to ensure real-time data collection and communication
Moxa’s Solution:
- Eliminates Ethernet cabling, reducing installation and management costs
- Devices that automatically identify and recover connection issues to help users build adaptive Wi-Fi networks
- Compact, rugged product design that easily fits in constrained spaces and can resist constant vibrations
- Wireless resilience technologies such as Turbo Roaming and AeroMesh for reliable wireless connectivity
Smart Warehouse
A multinational consumer goods enterprise deployed an automatic storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) across its global logistics centers, transitioning from traditional stacker cranes to four-way shuttle systems.
System Requirements:
- Overcome signal loss from metal obstructions and multipath interference in high-density steel rack environments
- Ultra-low latency and minimal packet loss (<1%) for precise real-time scheduling and collision prevention
Why Moxa
- Directional antennas and non-overlapping channel configurations mitigate interference and prevent signal loss
- Moxa’s Turbo Roaming ensures sub-150 ms handoffs for seamless mobility
- Powerful network management system (NMS) to centrally manage wired and wireless networks for holistic visibility and swift troubleshooting
Mining Fleets
An Australian open-pit mining operator needed a stable OT network to solve issues of Wi-Fi transmission delays and poor connectivity across mobile equipment such as excavators, drills, and dozers.
System Requirements:
- Stable, high-bandwidth Wi-Fi signaling and coverage across the pit
- Mobile equipment acting as Wi-Fi hotspots so off-road vehicles can connect and deliver maintenance and monitoring data in real time
- Rugged design for harsh outdoor mining environments
Moxa’s Solution:
- Field-proven AWK APs outperform with stronger connectivity and wider, more dependable coverage
- Seamless wireless combined with connection recovery features
- IP68-rated hardware and industrial-grade design for long-lasting reliability
Find the Right AWK Wi-Fi 6 APs/Clients for You
| Moxa Solutions |
|---|
| Operation Mode |
| Wi-Fi Standards |
| Frequency Band |
| Data Rates |
| Wireless Security |
| Interfaces |
| Operating Temperature |
| Protection Class |
| AeroMesh |
| AP | Client | AP/Client | |||
| 802.11ax | |||||
| Selectable 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz Dual Band | Concurrent 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz Dual Band | ||||
| 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) / 1,201 Mbps (5 GHz) | 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1,201 Mbps (5 GHz) | ||||
| WPA3, Security features referencing IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 | |||||
| 1 x GbE | 5 x GbE | 1 x GbE | 5 x GbE | 1 x GbE + 1 x 2.5GbE (PoE) | |
| -25 to 60°C / -40 to 75°C (-T models) | -40 to 75°C | ||||
| IP30 | IP68 | ||||
Have More Questions?
For detailed answers on product selection, wireless configuration, security settings, and troubleshooting for Moxa industrial access points, bridges, and clients, visit our Access Points/Bridges/Clients FAQ Hub.
Ready to Solve Your Industrial Wireless Challenges?
Whether you're building machines that need to fit in tight enclosures or integrating a plant-wide network that has to survive interference, vibration, and compliance audits, Moxa's AWK Wi-Fi 6 Series is engineered to remove the risk from industrial wireless. As Moxa's authorized partner in the Middle East, Easy World Automation can help you select the right AP, client, or bridge configuration, confirm regional certification requirements, and get pricing for your project.
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