Queclink Wireless Solutions, a global provider of IoT devices and hardware, has launched a 4G LTE router platform that allows manufacturers to achieve real-time control of automated processes and advanced robotic systems. Alongside advanced wireless connectivity, the WR220 Series delivers expanded flexibility through PoE-powered operation, broader accessory integration and enhanced interface options.
“WR220 is an industrial networking solution that enables manufacturers to transform traditional production environments into intelligent, automated and data-driven facilities,” explains Vernon Bonser, International Sales Director at Queclink Wireless Solutions. “The router has been developed to provide a digital backbone for smart factory operations that enable the seamless integration of robots, production systems and ancillary equipment within the factory environment.”
Built for demanding deployments and harsh environments, the WR220 features an industrial-ready and compact design with a rugged aluminium enclosure, wide operating temperature range, and broad power input support. It also delivers stable wireless connectivity with 4G LTE Cat 4, dual SIM redundancy and intelligent failover mechanisms to maintain network availability across distributed sites, while remote management allows centralised monitoring, configuration and diagnostics.
The WR220 router combines networking, interfacing and wireless technologies in one compact platform to simplify deployment and reduce additional gateways or hardware requirements. This allows the industrial router to bridge legacy operational technology and modern cloud systems within a single architecture, creating a unified, interconnected manufacturing ecosystem. Meanwhile, the router’s built-in BLE gateway allows direct connection with wireless sensors, beacons and edge devices.
PoE PD support has been added to Queclink’s router offering for the first time, enabling the WR220 to receive both power and data delivery through a single Ethernet cable and making the WR220 ideal for space-constrained locations. It will streamline cabling requirements and deployment costs, especially in locations where dedicated power wiring is difficult.
“We have designed the WR220 for businesses requiring a highly adaptable router that delivers reliable industrial connectivity, flexible device integration and simplified deployment across distributed environments. As a result, we believe it will support the digital transformation goals of modern manufacturing and smart factories,” adds Bonser.