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Belden Launches New Solutions to Boost Uptime and Improve Network Connectivity

Monday, September 25, 2023

Releases include expansions to Belden’s OptiTuff line, a new connector and I/O module from Lumberg Automation and updates to Belden’s PROVIZE Network Planning, Commissioning and Management Suite.

Belden Inc., a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, announces four new products and updates that are designed to maintain connectivity in rugged environments and ensure uptime.

Data Acquisition & Transmission

• Belden OptiTuff Connectivity and Cable Management options support new field-termination connectivity for OptiTuff Mini Fiber Cables. Through the creation of new systems and improvements to the transition points, connectors and patch panels in Belden’s existing FiberExpress (FX) line, installers can now benefit from OptiTuff’s fast, easy installation plus compatibility with the popular FX Fusion Splice-On Connector and FX ECX Patch Panel System.

• The new Lumberg Automation M12 Circular Connector Automotive Line is designed to withstand harsh environments, thanks to new PUR construction, which prevents damage caused by welding sparks, crushing, and shearing. The connectors promote safety and application output by maintaining optimal machine uptime.

Data Orchestration & Management

• Belden PROVIZE Network Planning, Commissioning and Management Suite updates simplify MRP configuration for redundant ring topologies to prevent network disruptions. In addition, enhanced integration lets users shift between PROVIZE Planner and Explorer easily. User interface enhancements also improve both products.

• The new Lumberg Automation LioN-X Digital I/O Modules offer cost-effective flexibility and fast configuration, data transfer, and data security for automation applications using digital sensors and actuators. The modules offer integration in PLC and cloud environments, making them a fit for almost all industrial applications.

Belden Introduces New Partner Alliance Ecosystem Program

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Partnership between global leaders and Belden streamlines access to best-in-class solutions to maximize business value

ST. LOUIS: Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, announced its new Partner Alliance Ecosystem Program which enables partnerships with companies worldwide to overcome the complexities associated with digital transformation. In partnership with a global network of Ecosystem Partners, Belden is committed to streamlining access to best-in-class solutions and taking automation to new levels for maximum business value.

The Belden Partner Alliance Ecosystem helps members realize new business opportunities by co-innovating and enhancing customer outcomes. Together, we apply our collective resources and domain expertise to maximize business value and operational agility, making scalable digital transformation easier and faster.

“Ultimately, the success of the ecosystem partnerships will be measured by the increased value that our customers realize as a result of each of the organizations teaming up together,” said Anne Vondrak, Sr. Director of Belden Ecosystem Partner Programs. “Through these expanded technology capabilities, both customers and alliance partners will be better positioned for growth.”

Belden is delighted to present our latest Ecosystem Program distinguished partners and is eager to engage in collaborative efforts with them to provide network and data solutions that enhance the success of our customers:

1. Altronix

2. LLumin

3. AWS

4. Matterport

5. Claroty

6. MHT Technologies

7. Cylus

8. Nokia

9. Inductive Automation

10. TensorIoT Inc.

11. InUse

12. VoltServer

13. LHP Analytics and IoT

14. Wilson Electronics

Belden Launches Lite Managed Switches and New Hirschmann Operating System

Thursday, November 09, 2023

Belden Inc., a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, today announced the launch of its LEMUR Lite Managed Switch Family and Hirschmann Entry Operating System (HiEOS). The new, cost-optimized LEMUR managed switches provide powerful features, including advanced security and full Gigabit Ethernet, to support today’s complex automation environments. Built on all-new, sophisticated HiEOS software, LEMUR switches feature an intuitive web interface to simplify setup and maintenance with no special information technology (IT) expertise required.

Facing the challenge of digital transformation, heightened security threats and budget constraints, enterprises need switches that offer essential features and a secure, ruggedized design at an attractive price point. With Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE+ options, offering up to 180 W of power with no separate power supply and IP30 protection, LEMUR switches were developed in accordance with International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 62443-4-1 security standards.

The LEMUR Lite Managed Switch Family provides powerful benefits such as:

Easy configuration and management without need for IT intervention via the user-friendly HiEOS web interface.

Cost-optimized design providing exceptional functionality including full Gigabit Ethernet, high port count, and advanced security.

Essential features, plus high reliability delivering “set it and forget it” capability to simplify maintenance and lower total cost of ownership.

Running on LEMUR switches, HiEOS offers essential Layer 2 managed switching capabilities – like port control, remote diagnostics and PoE/PoE+ options. Delivering exceptional performance, HiEOS provides a rich feature set including:

Enhanced security — including SSHv2 and multiple privilege levels — delivering high reliability.

Redundancy protocols including Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS)*, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and Media Redundancy Protocol (MRP) Client.

Interfaces including command-line interface (CLI), Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), JavaScript Object Notation Remote Procedure Call (JSON-RPC) and the very user-friendly Hirschmann web interface.

“Today's enterprises face ever-increasing automation and IT/OT convergence requirements, driving the need to capture, transmit and analyze high volumes of data,” said Mariel Oettinger, Product Manager at Belden. “The LEMUR Lite Managed Switch Family delivers the advanced data rates required in a cost-optimized, space-saving design with an easy-to-use HiEOS web interface. This allows enterprises to gain all the essential switch features they require without paying for what they do not need, while streamlining switch management and lowering costs over the longer term.”

Belden Launches New Solution Capabilities for End Users in Discrete Manufacturing

Thursday, May 09, 2024

Helping manufacturers achieve production uptime, real-time analytics and unified data to boost efficiency and revenue

ST. LOUIS - Belden (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, today announced game-changing new network and data capabilities for the discrete manufacturing sector. These initial three capabilities – network resilience, edge computing and data interoperability – are enabled through Belden Horizon, a platform that brings together hardware, software and services in a single source. The capabilities also serve as the building blocks for Belden’s solution-driven approach to meeting customers where they are, clarifying business needs through thoughtful conversation and solving for desired outcomes. For consumer-packaged goods and automotive (discrete) manufacturers, this means helping advance their digitization journeys to unlock the efficiency and insight promised by the shift to Industry 4.0.

Today’s production lines generate substantial amounts of data from connected operational technology (OT) devices. When discrete manufacturers evolve their network infrastructures and data operations, they can collect and make sense of this high-value data, propelling productivity gains and increasing revenue. Belden provides solutions to connect every facet of the plant – machines, people, processes, robots and more. By quickly and securely collecting and analyzing vital performance data at the edge, Belden solutions transform data into actionable insights that lead to better decisions for operations and the bottom line.

Belden’s newest capabilities solve for common discrete manufacturing pain points, allowing manufacturers to minimize unplanned downtime, pursue real-time analytics and overcome data silos:

• Network resilience. Belden’s solutions improve network resilience and production uptime by connecting all machines and assets to the network to eliminate blind spots and ensure committed bandwidth – without replacing existing technology. Manufacturers can protect networks from traffic surges and cybersecurity threats and build network redundancy to maintain reliable service and prioritize critical applications.

• Edge computing. By enabling data processing close to the machines, equipment and devices generating it, Belden solutions empower people to access, analyze and act on information to solve local issues faster and reduce data transfer to the cloud. Edge computing enables manufacturers to keep sensitive data on premises while driving real-time data analysis and network performance monitoring to identify, prioritize and resolve unexpected issues quickly.

• Data interoperability. Seamlessly convert and bring together data from various sources, formats, protocols, and sites to power applications and analytics for better decision making. Belden solutions translate previously incompatible proprietary protocols into a common language to unite OT data and gain richer insights.

“A long-recognized leader in the industrial space, Belden’s portfolio extends beyond our traditional cables, switches and routers to provide network and data solutions to our customers,” said Vinod Rana, Vice President Global Products and Solutions, Industrial Automation Solutions. “With the launch of our new capabilities for discrete manufacturers, we’re addressing the realities of digital transformation and Industry 4.0 – the need to connect and secure more devices and equipment, extract more data, and put data to meaningful use. By helping manufacturers build more resilient networks, harness the power of edge computing, and unify and convert data, we’re enabling them to create a robust network backbone that satisfies today’s requirements while scaling for tomorrow’s ambitions.”

Combining best-in-class products, services, and deep expertise from more than 120 years as a networking and connectivity innovator, Belden capabilities empower manufacturers to modernize, optimize, automate and secure their networks from end-to-end. With Belden solutions, discrete manufacturers can achieve factory-wide visibility, organize data for meaningful use, reduce total cost of ownership, and attain powerful business outcomes.

Belden to Announce Second Quarter 2024 Results

Friday, July 19, 2024

ST. LOUIS: Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of network infrastructure solutions, will report results for the fiscal second quarter ended June 30, 2024, before trading begins on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Management will discuss the Company’s results during a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

A webcast of the conference call and accompanying presentation materials will be available in the Investor Relations section of Belden’s corporate website at https://investor.belden.com. To listen to a live broadcast, go to the site at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time in order to register and download and install any necessary audio software.

To participate in the live teleconference please dial 1-888-882-4478 with confirmation code 1133069. A replay of this conference call will remain accessible in the investor relations section of the Company’s website for a limited time.