Through our MDS and Lentronics communication devices, we are continuously developing new technologies to deliver complete networking solutions for customers worldwide. From secure, reliable wireless communications to robust data multiplexers, and rugged Ethernet switches, our products are designed and built to withstand the harshest environments.
GE Digital Energy - MDS is the world’s leading single-source, end-to-end wireless solution provider. From wellhead monitoring to utility substation automation, our wireless devices are packaged for industrial environments and have been rated and tested to harsh industrial specifications. Our wireless networks carry serial and IP/Ethernet traffic, plus analog and digital I/O signals connected directly to field devices and sensors, accommodating an extensive array of industrial protocols. GE Digital Energy - Lentronics is a leading global supplier of rugged telecommunications solutions for electric utility, pipeline, transportation and industrial applications. The Lentronics Multiplexer family offers T1, SONET and SDH standards based solutions for both short and long range applications over optical fiber and other media. This powerful family of multiplexers permits consolidation of all telecommunications requirements into a single, integrated network. The MultiLink family is a line of industrial and substation hardened Ethernet switches that will provide you with secure, reliable communications for all of your critical infrastructure devices. Designed to meet the unique requirements of the protection and control Industry, the MultiLink Ethernet Switches will ensure your communications network is always available, fast, and secure.
From wellhead monitoring to utility substation automation, our wireless devices are packaged for industrial environments and have been rated and tested to harsh industrial specifications, including extreme operating temperatures (-40C to +70C) and Class 1/Div 2 hazardous location approvals.
Our wireless networks carry serial and IP/Ethernet traffic, plus analog and digital I/O signals connected to field devices and sensors. We offer fixed and mobile solutions for private and public infrastructures, with secure point-to-point and point-to-multipoint solutions for voice, data, and video applications.
Our wireless devices provide reliable communications and are future-proof, backward compatible, and long-range, up to 60 miles, so customers can use existing networks and expand when necessary. A single MDS infrastructure can support multiple applications simultaneously and independently.
Our devices offer standards-based encryption and advanced security features including authentication, verification, dynamic key rotation, data integrity verification, provisioning lists, redundancy, quality-of-service, and anti-jamming technologies.
We offer accessories and engineering services for projects from custom enclosures to complete turnkey wireless solutions. We provide a range of wireless services including site surveys, computer-generated path analyses, frequency coordination, licensing, network design, installation & support, and in-depth training.
Designed and built for use in electric utility, pipeline, heavy industrial and transportation
applications, the Lentronics family of multiplexers is tested to harsh specifications. These include tolerance to
extreme temperatures and electrical surges, as well as radio frequency and electromagnetic interference.
Lentronics Multiplexers modular architecture allow for easy integration into existing networks.
Lentronics From Ethernet interfaces to modules for video, telemetry, instrumentation, traditional telephony and
teleprotection, Lentronics Multiplexers offer a wide variety of telecommunication service choices to optimize the usefulness
of your network.
With their add/drop capability for new application connections and changes in topology, and the
ability to provide 5x9 availability, Lentronics Multiplexers address network modifications with a minimum of downtime.
Combined with a full suite of operations, management and administration tools, Lentronics Multiplexers easily integrate
with existing systems, providing real-time visibility and control.
With robust, multi-level division of traffic, Lentronics Multiplexers provide simple, dependable
security across network applications. In addition to separating traffic types into distinct transport “pipes”, they
also ensure segregation of critical data and applications from other network traffic using traffic classification and
LAN division techniques with the ability to handle the latest in encrypted traffic types and event logging for security
forensics.
GE's family of MultiLink Switches and MultiNet serial port servers provide secure, reliable communications for critical infrastructure and devices. With more than 12 different models to choose from, it's easy to find the right solution for any application, environment, and project size.
MultiLink switches are designed and tested in the same environment as all GE Multilin relays and protection devices. This reliability is proven and backed by industry-leading testing and certification, including UL Listing and IEC 61850 Test Certification from KEMA Labs. In addition to physical considerations such as temperature, humidity, EMF, and chemical corrosion, MultiLink switches are built with intelligent recovery options to quickly and seamlessly retain network integrity after any type of disruption. This ensures your critical infrastructure is available and online all the time. Not all devices that need to be networked have standard Ethernet interfaces. Older equipment with serial interfaces may need to be integrated into the network. MultiNet devices allow you to bring the centralized accessibility and control of Ethernet networks beyond traditional boundaries by connecting serial devices to the network. By bridging the gap between serial devices and the Ethernet network, the MultiNet family enables data connections for SCADA, HMI, Remote Monitoring, configuration and troubleshooting in virtually any environment.
The MDS Wireless Systems Group offers services that include the initial planning stage, extensive
engineering design by our experienced RF engineers, IT and networking teams, and project deployments with a highly
skilled project management team. Our equipment integration designs are developed with detailed attention to equipment placement
and accessibility. Offerings include both standard and custom packages for wireless device integration and networking
accessories. We provide customers with the high-quality training and certifications required to be safe,
efficient and successful in all aspects of industrial wireless communications. GE provides a wide variety of services tailored to individual customer requirements in all aspects
of network design, project planning, implementation and maintenance of Lentronics Multiplexer systems.
Digital Energy communications products offer advanced connectivity for a wide range of utility
applications. Our rugged MDS products deliver reliable wireless solutions to monitor remote assets, facilitate field
force automation, and enable AMI communications for the Smart Grid. Lentronics multiplexers support a variety of
protocols, while providing reliable and secure network solutions for automation and control of the electric power grid.
The MultiLink line of Ethernet networking products provide reliable communications in harsh environments. Harsh environments demand solutions that have been designed to perform reliably in extreme
conditions. For pipelines and offshore production fields, rugged Lentronics multiplexers offer optical network
solutions for emergency voice, safety, SCADA, security and IT requirements. For monitoring and controlling wellheads
and pipelines, MDS wireless communications provide secure and reliable transmission of mission and revenue critical
data. Industrially hardened MultiLink Ethernet switches enable management of all network traffic at central control
centers. MDS solutions provide high speed mobile data access to dispatch systems, communications between
voting-receiver and simulcast systems, city-wide high speed wireless rings and spurs, inter-agency connectivity, and
streaming video for neighborhood surveillance. Lentronics optical backbone networks provide high capacity connectivity
between city and regional public safety facilities, supporting the growing need for closer coordination and information
exchange among staff.
Heavy process operations such as mining, pulp & paper, and cement rely on MultiLink switches to manage the fiber optic Ethernet LAN throughout facilities allowing high speed connection to IP video and IP sensors. Our MDS industrial wireless devices provide fast and secure remote monitoring capabilities for applications such as equipment status and mobile asset tracking. Lentronics multiplexers deliver the critical communications services to support the operation of mine slurry pipelines and industrial electrical grids. Helping to shape the mobility of tomorrow, customers rely on our innovative communications solutions to perform reliably in even the harshest environments for traffic and transport applications. Our Lentronics products provide connectivity for train platforms, traffic control systems, passenger information systems, intelligent highways, and physical security systems. MDS products provide a reliable wireless communications infrastructure for increased flexibility in handling data, voice, and control connectivity. From industrial facilities to public water treatment and delivery centers, customers rely on our advanced products and services to meet water/wastewater process requirements. Our MDS wireless networking solutions deliver secure communications for SCADA and remote monitoring, and enable video surveillance in order to secure reservoirs and pumping stations. Lentronics optical network solutions provide a powerful platform to control and monitor water transmission systems extending over a large geographical area.
