Multi-Tech (News - Alert) Systems, a provider of machine to machine (M2M) technology and communications solutions, recently partnered with Symmetry Electronics to distribute Multi-Tech’s line of cellular modems, routers and embedded open communications gateways.
“Our partnership affords Symmetry’s customers an easier design path for cellular wireless integration. Instead of a complex cellular module design effort, Symmetry’s customers can simply integrate Multi-Tech’s end-device certified SocketModem and be ready to deploy,” said Duane Wald, VP of Sales for Multi-Tech Systems, in a statement.
Multi-Tech's cellular modems utilize 2G, 3G, CDMA and GSM technologies to provide wireless data communication over cellular networks. The external models are designed in a rugged industrial chassis – perfect for any Industrial Internet application -- and are available with a broad range of interface options including RS-232, USB and Ethernet.
The MultiConnect OCG-E embedded open communications gateways comprise an open Linux development environment and a fully certified hardware offering that includes multiple interfaces (serial, USB, Ethernet and SD card) and internal peripherals (including a cellular modem and a GPS receiver) in one application-ready end user solution. This gateway is ideal for companies with hardware and software competencies and provides maximum design flexibility.
The company’s cellular routers, the MultiModem rCell 100 series, are optimized for M2M communications. They offer cloud-based device management for deployments, low total cost of ownership, a wide selection of cellular technologies and models to optimize deployment needs and more.
“Multi-Tech amplifies Symmetry’s cellular offering with a broad range of solutions to complement Symmetry’s module options,” said David Beck, director of Marketing at Symmetry Electronics (News - Alert). “Many of our customers need Multi-Tech’s cellular modems and gateways because their volumes do not justify a module design, as these require costly and complex certification further impacting their time to market and profitability.”
Edited by Alisen Downey