WIELAND WIRELESS CONTROL WITH THE WIENET WLAN ACCESS POINTS

Access Point
Wi-Fi networks offer mobile and cable-free access to the local network and therefore also to the end devices in the machine network like PLCs, drive units, visualizations, etc. Our wienet Access Points can be flexibly used as Access Point, Bridge or Client. Wireless Access Points offer the interface to wireless communication and enable the integration of remote components that are difficult to connect by wiring into your network. It is possible to connect two separated LAN networks or make machine data directly accessible on handheld devices like tablets. Wieland’s Access Points also offer the possibility to establish a secure VPN connection with your equipment by using the WIE-SERVICE24 VPN portal.

FEATURES OF THE WLAN ACCESS POINTS

Easy setup of a secure virtual network with OpenVPN encrypted with WPA2-EAP/PSK
Mesh network functionality (IEEE802.11s) with WPA3-SAE encryption for the use in mobile applications
Up to three RJ45 ports
Access to more than 1’000 openWRT packages
Minimized heat generation due to low power consumption < 1 W
NTP (network time protocol) server ensures a synchronized network
Router functions like NAT, routing and firewall included
Slim and compact design
ADVANTAGES OF THE WLAN ACCESS POINTS
Secure remote monitoring and control via a virtual private network (VPN) leads to a reduced equipment downtime
Quick and reliable roaming in mobile applications
Simplifies your network by offering switch capabilities without additional devices
Easily extend the features of your device according to your needs (e.g., Modbus, MQTT, IPsec package)
No expensive heat dissipation designs required
Validated time stamps guarantee the comparability of your data
Saves cost of an additional industrial security router
Allows integration into the most confined spaces and saves room in your application