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First private cellular campus network in Greece for smart manufacturing
The new private cellular campus network , which was designed and deployed by COSMOTE , in partnership with Ericsson , is accelerating Industry 4.0 uses in Greece like smart manufacturing . The innovative connectivity solution provides excellent security and flexibility , resolving key challenges of smart manufacturing . Using licensed spectrum , the 4G / LTE technologies are providing highly reliable services that perform well even under heavy data loads .
The new campus network is designed to meet Calpak ’ s immediate and future needs by providing advanced wireless connectivity for the factory ’ s two fully automated production lines .
Using Machine Learning algorithms and data analytics procedures , critical data from the robotic arms are collected in near real-time and utilised for providing a series of innovative applications . These include production monitoring from anywhere , the introduction of predictive maintenance processes , and remote expert guidance in the event of production line malfunctions .
Calpak will benefit from this fully connected , automated production ecosystem by increasing productivity , lowering cost and continually optimising quality , all while ensuring fewer disruptions in its operations .
George Pappas , Chairman and Managing Director , Ericsson Hellas , says : “ At long last , we are witnessing the realisation of the great potential of mobile broadband and in particular the use of 4G / 5G technology for improving the productivity and competitiveness of the Greek manufacturing sector .”
As part of the project , Gizelis Robotics is providing connected robotic arms while PTC ’ s Industrial IoT ( IIoT ) and Augmented Reality ( AR ) platforms have also been integrated into the campus network .
Nokia and Elisa join forces in Finnish private mobile networks push
The companies will collaborate closely on
5G private mobile offerings and market development to help organizations in Finland accelerate digitalization and adopt Industry 4.0 solutions to boost productivity .
Private mobile networking is tailor-made to meet specific business customer needs and is a key enabler of digital transformation .
It provides the reliable high bandwidth connectivity and low latency needed to increase automation , ensure safety and security , and achieve new levels of quality , efficiency and output .
Under the agreement , Nokia and Elisa will utilize new and existing radio network infrastructure to deploy mission-critical , industrial-grade private networks with Finnish businesses . The collaboration will leverage the recent agreement that sees Nokia continue its long-standing relationship with Elisa as strategic supply partner of 5G RAN nationwide .
Nokia and Elisa will also align their industry-leading resources to drive marketplace campaigns , share competency development and advance technical cooperation . The collaboration will initially focus on markets such as maritime and ports , mining , manufacturing , logistics and utilities . Private mobile networks enable these industries to deploy IoT , machine learning and AI for automation , safety and productivity gains .
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