Moxa

Moxa is a company that specializes in providing industrial networking and communication solutions, and they offer a range of industrial Ethernet switches among their product offerings. Industrial Ethernet switches play a crucial role in creating reliable and efficient communication networks in industrial automation, transportation, energy, and other critical infrastructure sectors. Many of Moxa’s switches are ruggedized to withstand harsh industrial environments. They often feature robust enclosures, wide operating temperature ranges, and protection against factors like vibration and electromagnetic interference. Moxa offers a diverse range of industrial Ethernet switches designed to meet the specific needs and challenges of industrial environments. Their product line includes managed switches, unmanaged switches, PoE (Power over Ethernet) switches, and ruggedized switches.

  1. Managed Switches: Moxa’s managed switches provide advanced features such as VLAN (Virtual LAN) support, QoS (Quality of Service), network redundancy protocols (RSTP, Turbo Ring, etc.), and security features. These switches are designed to optimize network performance and ensure high reliability in industrial applications.

  2. Unmanaged Switches: Moxa’s unmanaged switches are simple plug-and-play devices that are easy to deploy. They are suitable for applications where advanced management features may not be necessary.

  3. Power over Ethernet (PoE) Switches: Moxa offers PoE switches that provide power to connected devices, such as IP cameras, sensors, and other PoE-enabled devices, over the Ethernet cables. This simplifies the deployment of devices in locations where power sources may be limited.

  4. Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain Redundancy Technologies: Moxa’s Turbo Ring and Turbo Chain technologies are designed to provide fast network recovery in case of link failures, ensuring minimal downtime and high network reliability.

  5. Network Management Software: Moxa provides network management software that allows users to configure and monitor their industrial networks efficiently.