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22.07.2025 10:30 Westermo launches modular computing platform for railway applications based on open ModBlox7 standard
Västerås, July 22, 2025 – Westermo has introduced the Hyrax-1000, a robust, modular computing platform that offers flexible performance scaling through various CPU options. Developed according to the open ModBlox7 standard, the Hyrax-1000 is an individually configurable BoxPC with mass storage capacity, ideally suited for railway applications. Despite its compact design, it features a comprehensive set of interfaces in the basic version, including Gigabit Ethernet, RS232/422/485, DisplayPort and USB 3.0. Thanks to its modular architecture, the system can be expanded with up to seven interface or communication modules, enabling highly tailored configurations. The versatile housing design allows for DIN rail, wall, and 19” rack mounting, ensuring easy integration across a wide range of industrial environments.
02.04.2025 10:30 Westermo introduces the new Ibex-4000 access point series designed to improve wireless connectivity in railway applications
Västerås, Sweden, April 2, 2025 – With the Ibex-4000 series, Westermo is introducing new access points that support Wi-Fi 6/6E technology. The device series was developed in accordance with EN 50155 to improve wireless connectivity in demanding railway environments. With the Ibex 4000 series and the 802.11ax standard, more mobile Wi-Fi-enabled devices can communicate with the Internet or access local data in a passenger train or underground railway than ever before. The new series enables the simultaneous operation of up to three 4x4 MU-MIMO radio modules and triple-band operation in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz frequency bands. This ensures higher capacity thanks to wider channels and reduced interference, as well as faster data throughput. This higher capacity enables other onboard systems to wirelessly connect without any throughput constraints.
25.03.2025 14:00 Westermo technology enables remote substation connectivity for major European electricity operator
Västerås, Sweden, March 25th, 2025 – Yet another major European electricity operator has chosen Westermo to deliver remote substation connectivity. The project involves integrating renewable energy into the grid and decarbonizing the electricity network. This project follows on from numerous successes in recent years, including an Austrian project that uses private LTE to seamlessly connect as many as 8000 substations.
06.11.2024 14:30 Energie AG leverages B72 450 MHz to seamlessly connect 6000 substations in the Austrian Alps
Västerås, Sweden, November 6th, 2024 – Energie AG Oberösterreich, an Austrian utility, chose Westermo cellular technology for the upgrade of 6000 substations from CDMA 450 to LTE 450 MHz. Westermo, via its subsidiary Virtual Access (now named Westermo Ireland), played a role in 2014 when CDMA was selected by Energie AG as the communication solution for the deployment of smart meters. As CDMA reaches the end of its lifecycle and the industry shifts to LTE, Energie AG decided to upgrade their private 450 MHz network from CDMA to LTE technology.
25.09.2024 09:00 Westermo achieves IEC 62443-4-1 certification, demonstrating commitment to cybersecurity
Västerås, Sweden, September 25, 2024 –Westermo, a leading provider of industrial data communication solutions, proudly announces its achievement of the IEC 62443-4-1 certification. This certification is a significant milestone, reflecting the company’s dedication to enhancing cybersecurity in mission critical networks.
24.09.2024 09:00 Westermo has published the company's first Environmental Product Declaration - reinforcing the commitment to a circular economy
Västerås, Sweden, September 24, 2024 – Westermo, a leader in industrial data communication, proudly announces the launch of its first Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). This underscores the company's commitment to sustainability, transparency, and providing customers with the information they need to make informed decisions.
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