Apollo Infoways: Smart Manufacturing Connectivity
Built for uptime. Designed for industrial precision. Secured for scale.
🏭 Why Networking is Essential in the Manufacturing Sector
🔗Seamless Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Communication
Manufacturing relies on interconnected systems like PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA. Networking enables real-time control and coordination of machines on the shop floor.
☁️Integration with Cloud & ERP Systems
Networked factories can send production data to ERP, MES, or cloud dashboards. Improves business decision-making, inventory planning, and supply chain integration.
🛠Remote Monitoring & Diagnostics
Engineers can monitor equipment health and process performance from anywhere. Reduces downtime and allows faster issue resolution without being on-site.
⚙️Automation & Real-Time Control
Robotics, conveyors, sensors, and actuators rely on fast, synchronized data exchange. High-performance networks ensure time-sensitive responses and safety controls.
📊Data Collection for Analytics & AI
Massive machine and sensor data are collected for productivity insights. Networks enable predictive maintenance, quality checks, and energy optimization.
🔒Cybersecurity & Compliance
Segmented and secured networks protect against industrial cyber threats. Helps meet regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 27001, IEC 62443).
📦Smart Warehousing & Material Handling
Networking enables smart conveyor systems, barcode/RFID tracking, and AGVs. Ensures smooth movement of raw materials and finished goods.
🧠Scalability & Future Readiness
A robust network can grow with the factory — adding new machines, zones, or lines. Enables adoption of Industry 4.0 and Industrial IoT (IIoT) technologies.
📉Reduced Downtime & Maintenance Costs
Networked sensors provide real-time feedback on equipment health. Enables condition-based and predictive maintenance strategies.
💬Better Collaboration Between IT and OT
Integrated networks bridge the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT). Ensures better data flow between the shop floor and corporate systems.
🏭 Key Use Cases of Networking Devices in Manufacturing
Industrial Routers
- Remote VPN access for updates and diagnostics.
- Connects IIoT devices to cloud platforms.
- Supports WAN failover for uptime.
Industrial Switches
- Low latency for automation systems.
- VLAN support for traffic isolation.
- Easily scalable ports.
Industrial Wi-Fi APs
- Supports mobile workforce and tablets.
- Cuts down cabling costs.
- Reliable coverage for large floors.
Protocol Gateways
- Bridge legacy and modern systems.
- Normalize field data for analytics.
- Supports PROFIBUS, Modbus, Ethernet.
Industrial Security Appliances
- Deep packet inspection for OT traffic.
- Policy-driven IT/OT separation.
- Blocks ransomware and zero-day threats.
Network Interface Cards
- Gigabit & 10G speeds for real-time control.
- Supports redundancy with dual NICs.
- Essential for deterministic systems.
Layer 3 Switches
- Built-in routing for segmented networks.
- Prioritizes control traffic via QoS.
- Speeds up intra-factory data flow.
Remote I/O Modules
- Compact modules for distributed sensors.
- Ethernet-ready I/O to PLC systems.
- Mountable on walls or cabinets.
Edge Computing Nodes
- Processes AI/ML at the machine level.
- Keeps operations running offline.
- Detects faults instantly.
TSN Devices
- Guaranteed packet timing for robotics.
- Supports video + control traffic.
- Ideal for motion synchronization.
🏭 How Apollo Infoways Empowers the Manufacturing Sector
Smart Factory Enablement
Apollo enables full automation by interconnecting robots, PLCs, and sensors with real-time Ethernet, TSN, and SCADA integrations.
Edge Intelligence
Local AI/ML processing at the edge detects anomalies, predicts failures, and maintains operations even during internet loss.
OT Cybersecurity
Apollo secures industrial systems with network segmentation, deep-packet firewalls, and compliance-ready zero-trust models.
Data Visibility & Analytics
Extract actionable insights from production lines through sensor data, real-time dashboards, and long-term trend analysis.
Connected Warehousing
RFID, barcode, and AGV integrations provide automated inventory tracking, routing, and restocking across warehouse floors.
Scalability & Uptime
Industrial-grade devices support modular plant expansion, load balancing, and zero-downtime failover for mission-critical tasks.