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Red Lion's NT116: Reliable industrial ethernet switch

Red Lion, a manufacturer of innovative technologies that empower industrial organisations to access, connect and visualise their data, is pleased to announce the launch of N-Tron® NT116 unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch, designed for industrial applications needing dependable performance for mission-critical applications under harsh conditions. The NT116 unmanaged switch offers exceptional reliability and performance for data acquisition, Ethernet I/O and process control. Compact in size and including 16 high-performance copper ports (10/100BaseTX RJ45), the unit is housed in a rugged industrial metal enclosure. Robust network support NT116 offers high shock and vibration tolerance, and all ports have built-in ESD and surge protection The NT116 offers high shock and vibration tolerance, and all ports have built-in ESD and surge protection. Users benefit from an exceptional 1.2M hour MTBF rating, in a slim, space-saving design that operates in temperatures from −40°C to 85°C. For robust network support, the NT116 supports full wire speed communications of up to 3.2 Gb/s throughput. The unit uses store-and-forward technology and supports full and half duplex operation. Two 10-49 VDC power inputs are provided for redundancy. Red Lion’s new N-Tron® NT116 The N-Tron® NT116 is the next evolution of Red Lion’s 116TX unmanaged industrial ethernet switch. In addition to IEEE 802.3 compliance and marine, railway, and rolling stock certifications, the new switch carries UL Ordinary and Hazardous locations as well as ATEX and IECEx certifications. New switch carries UL Ordinary and Hazardous locations and ATEX and IECEx certification Red Lion’s new N-Tron® NT116 makes critical performance data easier to gather. Its rugged and hardened design provides the durability and reliability needed to withstand the extreme conditions found on factory floor control networks and in oil and gas, utilities, wastewater treatment, alternative energy, rail, intelligent traffic control and transportation applications. Industrial ethernet switch “When industrial equipment operators and business pioneers can access their data seamlessly and quickly, they derive more value from it." "The N-Tron® NT116 unmanaged industrial ethernet switch minimises downtime and maximises throughput to improve efficiency and drive operational performance,” said Diane Davis Product Manager.

HMS Networks announces the acquisition of Red Lion Controls

HMS Networks acquires Red Lion Controls (Red Lion) and significantly expands its presence in North America. HMS Networks (HMS) has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Red Lion Controls, a distinguished provider of industrial automation and networking solutions. This strategic move underscores HMS’s commitment to expanding its global presence and enhancing its position as an industry leader in the rapidly evolving field of industrial automation. HMS Networks acquires Red Lion Controls The acquisition of Red Lion Controls represents a key milestone in HMS’s growth strategy The acquisition of Red Lion Controls represents a key milestone in HMS’s growth strategy, bringing together two innovators in the industrial automation sector. This collaboration will leverage the complementary strengths of both companies, providing customers with a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) landscape. HMS Networks and Red Lion Controls offer a great match Staffan Dahlström, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of HMS Networks, said “We are very happy to welcome Red Lion into the HMS Networks family, the companies are a great match both when it comes to products, geographic presence, and cultural aspects.” He adds, “The combination of Red Lion’s product portfolio, which is complementary to HMS’ offering and has limited overlap, and the geographic match with Red Lion having a strong position in the attractive North American market, and HMS with its core markets in Europe, will generate good cross-selling opportunities.” Combined capabilities ensure expanded range of solutions The combined capabilities of both companies will result in an expanded range of solutions Red Lion Controls, known for its advanced automation and networking solutions, will contribute its expertise to further enhance HMS’s portfolio. The combined capabilities of both companies will result in an expanded range of solutions, offering customers unprecedented levels of connectivity, efficiency, and control in their industrial operations. HMS Networks and Red Lion Controls partnership Marcel van Helten, the President of Red Lion Controls, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “This is a great step for Red Lion. I would like to thank Spectris and Andrew Heath for their support in our growth over the past several years." He adds, "I am looking forward to being able to work with the HMS team to make this a great success.” Closing of the acquisition Closing of the acquisition is expected to take place during the first half year of 2024, subject to customary closing conditions, including filing with and approval by the appropriate authorities, under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvement Act of 1976 and filing with and approval by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of America (USA).

Red Lion introduces N-Tron series NT5000 gigabit managed layer 2 ethernet switches

Red Lion, a manufacturer of innovative technologies that empower industrial organisations to access, connect and visualise their data, introduces N-Tron® Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Ethernet switches. As industries around the world digitally transform and optimise their operations, reliable and secure network access is absolutely critical. NT5000 switches and their gigabit speed are designed to improve network security and reliability for industrial organisations of all sizes and environments. The NT5000 maximises operating performance and system uptime through seamless integration, advanced management and diagnostic capabilities, network redundancy and layered security, and helps organisations meet information technology and operational technology needs for dependable communication. Possible network disruptions “Clear, comprehensive and fast network management is essential for organisations to achieve maximum uptime,” said Diane Davis, Director of Product Management, Networking, at Red Lion. Diane Davis adds, “The NT5000’s simple graphical user interface includes a logical view showing active ports, power supply, temperature and contact relay status of the switch and color-coded gauges for port traffic and events to allow administrators to quickly identify and address possible network disruptions in real-time, helping lower total cost of ownership.” The NT5000 switches are available in 6, 8, 10, 16 and 18 port configurations in all copper or a mix of copper NT5000 switches The NT5000 switches are available in 6, 8, 10, 16 and 18 port configurations in all copper or a mix of copper and fibre options that can meet specific installation requirements. With a durable, metal enclosure and wide temperature range, the NT5000 is a compact solution for reliable operation in harsh, industrial environments, including factory automation, robotics, food and beverage, oil and gas, marine and rail. Specific installation requirements Configuring switches can be a confusing and time-consuming process. The NT5000 is engineered for fast and easy deployment right out of the box. Its modern, graphical user interface includes a configuration wizard that walks users through initial setup. Today’s cybersecurity threats can result in severe consequences. Not all switches have the layered network security to help prevent unauthorised access. The NT5000 features password encryption, multilevel user access and MAC security, IEEE 802.1X with RADIUS remote authentication and more. Administrators can view the event and syslog to clearly see the state of the network in real time and receive notifications about access attempts or configuration changes. The switch can be set to automatically disable user or port credentials after failed access attempts. Sophisticated diagnostics and management The NT5000 also features: Graphical dashboards N-Ring auto-member Port mirroring Cable diagnostics STP/RSTP/MSTP IGMP v1/v2/v3 SNMP v1/v2/v3 NTP, LLDP and LACP Fast boot allowing traffic to pass in less than 20 seconds Wide shock and vibration tolerance Extensive compliance certifications, including Product Safety: (UL/CUL) Ordinary and Hazardous locations, Emissions/Immunity: FCC/ICES/CE, ATEX/IECEx, Marine: ABS, Rail: EN 50155, EN 50121, EN 61373, UKCA.

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