Belden Hirschmann Secure Remote Access Solution

Belden has partnered with Secomea to develop the Hirschmann Secure Remote Access Solution, a combined hardware and software system to provide remote network access, programming and diagnostics.

The system helps companies leverage the increased connection of devices brought on by the Industrial Internet of Things, allowing users to remotely access their sites in order to troubleshoot and fix problems.

Secomea’s GateManager cloud service enables users to connect their operator stations to their remote devices. LinkManager software running on PCs or mobile devices connects operator stations to the cloud. SiteManager software running on PCs or the Hirschmann GECKO connects the remote devices to the cloud.

The system provides a protected cloud system that can be set up with minimal assistance. Permanent IP addresses are not required, and there is no need to reconfigure firewalls. This enables secure access for remote programming and diagnostics without disrupting existing systems.

The system is suitable for the food and beverage, machine building and automotive industries, which often need remote access to plants and machinery around the world. Remote access reduces the need for travel and allows staff to work more efficiently by handling multiple systems simultaneously.