Red Lion Controls, an operating company of UK-based Spectris plc, is pleased to announce the acquisition of MB connect line GmbH, a provider of secure connection of machines and plants for remote access, data collection, and M2M communication.
The addition of the MB connects line supports Red Lion’s strategy to deliver secure, easy-to-use edge connectivity solutions enabling organisations worldwide to gain secure real-time data visibility that drives productivity.
Automation and networking
Headquartered in Dinkelsbühl, Germany, MB connects line is a recognised pioneer in Secure Remote Access, Industrial IoT, and Industrial Security services.
MB connect line’s highly secured hardware and software solutions enhance Red Lion’s modular and rugged industrial automation and networking technology. The addition of the MB connect line builds on the strategic collaboration announced between the two companies in 2019.
Cybersecurity, remote monitoring
Customers can meet the demands of industrial environments with secure remote access solutions
The acquisition expands Red Lion’s portfolio by adding a full complement of products from an industry-recognised pioneer in industrial cyber-security and offers customers a Remote Service Portal for remote monitoring and remote configuration.
Customers will be able to meet the demands of industrial environments and strengthen their operational resiliency with secure remote access solutions.
Secure connectivity solutions
“Red Lion Controls and MB connect line are a powerful combination. With a shared focus on secure connectivity solutions, we will be better positioned to serve our customers seeking to strengthen their operational resiliency with the convergence of Information Technology and Operations Technology."
"Red Lion is very excited about starting this new chapter, supporting customers with a broader product offering and greater technical resources,” stated Jack Lee, President of Red Lion Controls.
Remote maintenance and cloud connectivity
"With the acquisition of MB connect line by Red Lion Controls, we are taking the next step in our successful partnership. MB connect line will continue to expand its comprehensive portfolio of solutions for secure remote maintenance and networking as well as edge and cloud connectivity."
"MB connect line is very excited to work together with Red Lion Controls to provide the best solutions for the digital transformation in the industry and to benefit from Red Lion Controls' strong global presence," stated Siegfried Müller, CEO, and founder of MB connect line.
- Network / IP
- Remote surveillance
- Digital video surveillance
- Electronic security systems
- Industrial security
- Remote security
- Commercial security
- Security management
- Security monitoring system
- Security access systems
- Network monitoring
- Remote video monitoring
- Electronic access control
- Industrial security systems
- Industrial surveillance
- IP security solutions
- Security communication
- Cyber security
- Corporate Security
- Data Security
- Network Video Recorders
- Digital Video Recorders
- Cloud security
