Peplink joins LoRa Alliance, simplifies LoRaWAN network deployment with global 5G/LTE uplink capabilities
11 April 2023 – Peplink is integrating LoRaWAN functionality into its product portfolio allowing IoT networks to have instant global cellular connectivity and zero touch deployment capabilities. Furthermore, Peplink also becomes a member of the LoRaWAN Alliance.
Peplink introduces LoRaWAN into its portfolio with Balance 20X LoRaWAN a flexible LTE router with built-in LoRaWAN gateway functionality. The solution is capable of simultaneous uplink with cellular, ethernet and LoRaWAN, allowing fully handoff between any type of uplinks. The router is also integrated with Peplink’s management software features, which allow network managers to effortlessly deploy multiple routers in different locations, visualise real-time network health, and remotely manage the routers and third-party devices within the network all from a single PC, smartphone or tablet.
Peplink also joins the LoRa Alliance as a member. By joining LoRa Alliance, Peplink is committed to enrich its LoRaWAN-capable range, and to ensure interoperability between its network ecosystem and the diverse range of IoT devices within the LoRaWAN ecosystem.
“I am very pleased to welcome Peplink to the LoRa Alliance,” says Donna Moore, CEO and chairwoman of LoRa Alliance, “LoRaWAN’s strengths and versatility make it a perfect addition to any multi-technology IoT deployment. By including LoRaWAN in the new Peplink Balance 20X router, Peplink accelerates end-user time-to-market by enabling instant cellular connectivity and remote management of applications. Peplink’s knowledge of multi-technology approaches will be an asset to the alliance and further the adoption of LoRaWAN across all industries.”
“As a member of the LoRa Alliance, we look forward to contributing to the LoRaWAN ecosystem’s development,” says Keith Chau, general manager of Peplink. “Our cellular networking solutions combined with the LoRaWAN standard will enable a new era of low-power, long-range IoT connectivity for various industries, including smart cities, agriculture, and industrial IoT.”
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