The Future of Warehousing and Manufacturing: Robotics, Automation and the Need for Private Networking

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The rise of robotics and automation is changing warehousing and manufacturing, driving efficiency, prevision, and scalability like before. From autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) to robotic arms, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), and AI-powered quality control, smart technology is reshaping how industries operate. However, as these advancements take hold, they require robust, low-latency, and interference-free connectivity, making private wireless networking an essential component of modern industrial environments.  

The Role of Private Networking in Automation

Private wireless networking solutions based on LTE and 5G are crucial for supporting automated industrial systems. These networks enable seamless communication between robotics, IoT sensors, and enterprise systems, ensuring real-time data transfer, reliable control, and minimal downtime. Unlike traditional Wi-Fi, private LTE and 5G networks offer great coverage, security, and stability, making them a preferred choice for industrial automation.

Challenges of Standalone Private Network Solutions

Standalone private networks come with their own set of challenges:
 

• Interference and Congestion: In industrial environments, the presence of numerous wireless devices operating in the same frequency bands can lead to signal interference, reducing network reliability.  

• High Deployment and Maintenance Costs: Setting up and managing a private network requires significant investment in infrastructure, spectrum licensing, and ongoing maintenance.  

• Complex Integration: Ensuring smooth interoperability between private networks and existing IT and operational systems can be a complex task, requiring specialized expertise.  

• Coverage Limitations: Large-scale facilities with metal obstructions, multi-level layouts, or outdoor areas often struggle with connectivity gaps in standalone private network solutions.  

Meeting These Challenges with XCOM RAN

XCOM RAN, powered by Globalstar, is a next-generation private networking solution that overcomes these challenges and enhances industrial and warehousing industrial connectivity.
 

• Interference-Free Spectrum: Unlike traditional private networks that rely on congested frequency bands, XCOM RAN leverages Globalstar’s dedicated Band n53TM spectrum, ensuring interference-free operations.  

• Optimized Performance for Robotics and IoT: With ultra-low latency and high reliability, XCOM RAN supports seamless mobility and communication between automated systems, enabling real-time decision-making and increased operational efficiency.  

• Extended Coverage: XCOM RAN ensures consistent, facility-wide connectivity, eliminating dead zones and handoffs to ensure reliable communication, even in the most complex industrial layouts.  

• Seamless Integration: Designed to work alongside existing IT and operational networks, XCOM RAN simplifies implementation and enhances overall network resilience.  

• Cost-Effective Deployment: By utilizing licensed spectrum efficiently and reducing infrastructure complexity, XCOM RAN lowers deployment and maintenance costs while maximizing network performance.  

Experience XCOM RAN at ProMat 2025

If you're looking to enhance the performance of your robotics and automation systems with a powerful, interference-free private network, do not miss the chance to learn more. Join Globalstar at ProMat in Chicago, March 17-20 at Booth E12840, and discover how XCOM RAN can revolutionize connectivity in warehousing and manufacturing.

Learn how to overcome private networking challenges and optimize your automation strategy with cutting-edge technology. Schedule a meeting with our experts at ProMat 2025 and take the first step toward a smarter, more connected industrial future!

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