Belden intros high reliability, substation hardened data networking solutions

ST. LOUIS, USA: Belden, a leader in signal transmission solutions, has launched new ruggedized networking solutions for the smart grid communications infrastructure.

Belden officially introduces its Ethernet switch and cabling solutions for substations at the IEEE/PES (Power Transmission & Distribution) Conference and Expo in New Orleans on April 20-22, 2010.

Belden is uniquely positioned to leverage its technology, know-how and market leadership in data communications, industrial Ethernet and industrial automation to the power transmission and distribution industry, specifically by offering high reliability, end-to-end industrial Ethernet solutions that optimize system performance.

Brian Lieser, director of global vertical marketing, says: “With our line-up of field-proven, substation hardened products for industrial Ethernet and other networking protocols, Belden is well-positioned to deliver data networking solutions that address the evolving needs of global substation designers and operators. From Belden cabling and connectivity to Hirschmann branded switches, hardware, and advanced wireless technology, we offer a range of solutions that are fully compliant with all industry standards while providing maximum security and uptime.”

Belden range of substation-Grade Ethernet components

At the IEEE/PES Conference, Belden will showcase its substation-ready signal transmission products and solutions for industrial Ethernet. These include:

- Hirschmann switches, security/firewall devices and networking software.
- Hirschmann BAT WAN/LAN wireless systems.
- Hirschmann terminated fiber optic and UTP media.
- Belden TrayOptic and FiberExpress fiber optic cables and connectivity.
- Belden DataTuff Category 6 and 5e cables.

Belden’s substation-grade Ethernet infrastructure components are ruggedly constructed to withstand the severe environmental hazards under which they must operate. The products are designed to deliver high performance and 99.999 percent reliability over the long term, as well as the high bandwidth and high level of network security so critical in today’s complex world.

Installed and integrated across the entire ‘smart grid’ communications infrastructure, Belden’s standards-based, field-proven solutions can help power companies and their partners achieve seamless real-time information flow across power generation, transmission, distribution and management functions.