Industrial Remote Cellular Connection Management Solution

There is significant market demand for remote monitoring of systems and equipment in the industrial, transportation, and energy sectors. These applications require 24/7 monitoring of equipment located in locations without internet access by operational control centers (OCCs).

The easiest and simplest way to enable this communication is through a cellular modem or router. The device is installed in a remote location and a SIM card from any carrier is inserted. From that moment on, any remote device can access the internet.

However, companies that rely on remote connections to field equipment face critical challenges in ensuring operational continuity. Hiring Mobile Virtual Operators without a dedicated network architecture for this type of application results in extremely low connection SLAs , causing downtime that interrupts operations and requires frequent field visits.

Furthermore, the path to access the equipment for configuration is not trivial, that is, a system connected to the Internet would not be able to find the address of this cellular router on the network without the help of another system capable of bridging the gap between the supervisory system and the remote equipment.

Above-Net 's Bridgemanager solves this problem with a robust, highly reliable architecture that allows remote access and ensures stable and secure connections. Its Auto-Healing technology constantly monitors field devices and takes automated actions to reestablish connections when faults are detected, interacting directly with operators. This increases the SLA to levels above 99%, drastically reducing the need for technical visits and optimizing operational costs.

Flexible Architecture

Capable of self-managing the connection between a remote cellular device and the supervisory system transparently and autonomously. Solves dynamic IP addressing and CGNAT issues with cellular data carriers.

Features

Bridgemanager offers features designed to optimize and secure your IIoT network. From device management to IP resolution, our platform offers advanced tools for seamless operation.

Unlimited Device Management

Robust system allows you to control and manage the connection of an unlimited number of remote and monitored field equipment.

IP Addressing Solution

Addresses dynamic IP addressing issues from cellular data carriers, as well as issues related to CGNAT.

Secure Bridge Connection

Transparent, fast and secure connection with end-to-end encryption, secure access via certified SSL and user control.

Alarm Panel

Allows you to create and configure alarms by , group and importance level from customizable triggers (device disconnected, data volume transferred, signal level).

Automatic Tag Update

That's right! Bridgemanager integrates with SCADA systems and allows for automatic updates of remote reading tags. Greater operational reliability.

Self-Healing Connection

Brigemanager acts proactively and automatically locally on the device and at the operator to reconnect disconnected equipment.

Remote Control of Equipment

Firmware and equipment configuration updates with real-time process status indicator and success confirmation.

Serial Port Multiplexing

Allows communication of multiple Industrial Serial PLCs installed in the field through a single COM port with Modbus protocol.

Intuitive Web Interface

The web interface is perfect for managing SIM cards, devices (routers and PLCs), and the connectivity of thousands of simultaneous points. With proven SLA increases, Bridgemanager® reduces operational and logistics costs.

Bridgemanager - Solution for Managing Remote Industrial Cellular Connections

Advantages

Remote Connection Reliability

Professional and efficient IP address management, with SLA guarantee and reconnection function not available in amateur solutions.

Connectivity Audit

Bridgemanager monitors the connection of your remote devices 24/7 and can generate reports on the availability of service from operators.

Variety of Equipment

Certified compatibility with cellular modem and router manufacturers, including interface options, WiFi, GPS, Ethernet port, and more.

Geolocation and Status

Real-time dashboards to view devices on the map using the equipment's GPS or manually using the reported position.

Service Comparison: Current Operator vs. Bridgemanager

Check out the table below and discover the advantages and differences offered by Bridgemanager Architecture compared to traditional data services, including advanced security, monitoring, and support features.

	Current Operator Data Service	Bridgemanager Architecture
Cellular Data Package	✓	✓
Connection Management	✓	✓
Secure VPN Architecture	X	✓
Plug&Play SCADA Connection	X	✓
Proactive Alerts	X	✓
24/7 Advanced Technical Support	X	✓
Real-Time Monitoring	X	✓
Ease of Multi-System/SCADA Integration	X	✓
Field equipment management	X	✓
Self-healing functions	X	✓