Private LTE Solutions
Modernize the grid. Connect every critical asset.
Build secure, resilient wireless connectivity for substations, field crews, grid automation, SCADA, remote monitoring and mission-critical utility operations.
A dedicated wireless network built around critical infrastructure.
Utility systems depend on reliable communications across substations, generation facilities, distribution assets, water systems and remote infrastructure.
Private LTE gives utilities a dedicated wireless environment for connecting field personnel, operational technology, cameras, sensors, mobile assets and grid applications across wide and complex service areas.
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Critical infrastructure cannot rely on inconsistent communications.
Utility networks must connect people, systems and assets across difficult terrain, remote locations and increasingly complex operational environments.
Distributed Infrastructure
Substations, pump stations, generation sites and distribution assets may be spread across extensive and difficult-to-reach territories.
Legacy Communications
Aging or fragmented systems can restrict bandwidth, visibility and the ability to support modern grid and operational applications.
Mobile Field Operations
Crews need dependable access to voice, maps, work orders, schematics and operational data while moving throughout the service territory.
Critical Infrastructure Security
Utility communications require controlled access, device authentication and clear separation between operational and general-purpose traffic.
Grid Modernization
Distribution automation, smart-grid systems and distributed energy resources increase the need for reliable, low-latency communications.
Public Network Dependence
Commercial cellular coverage and traffic priority may not align with the resilience, control and geographic needs of utility operations.
A communications foundation for the modern utility.
Private LTE gives utilities greater control over how workers, devices and operational applications connect across critical service areas.
Extend Coverage to Critical Assets
Design coverage around substations, distribution corridors, treatment facilities, renewable assets and other priority locations.
Prioritize Operational Traffic
Give SCADA, workforce communications, automation and emergency-response applications the appropriate network priority.
Connect More Devices and Systems
Support rugged handhelds, cameras, sensors, gateways, controllers and mobile assets on a common wireless platform.
Maintain Greater Network Control
Manage device access, user permissions, application policies and how operational data moves across the network.
Support Long-Term Grid Modernization
Create a scalable connectivity layer for advanced metering, automation, distributed energy and future digital utility applications.
Connect field crews, grid assets and operational systems.
Private LTE can provide a shared wireless foundation for SCADA, workforce mobility, grid automation, video and remote asset monitoring.
Extend reliable communications to remote utility assets.
Connect substations, control devices, telemetry systems and remote infrastructure across a dedicated utility network.
- Remote terminal units and operational gateways
- Substation monitoring and control data
- Water, wastewater and pumping infrastructure
Keep utility crews connected throughout the service territory.
Give field personnel access to communications, maps, work orders, schematics and operational information while working remotely.
- Push-to-talk and team communications
- Mobile work orders and asset records
- Storm restoration and emergency coordination
Build the communications layer for a more responsive grid.
Support connected devices and automated systems that improve visibility, response times and control across distribution infrastructure.
- Distribution automation and switching
- Fault detection, isolation and restoration
- Connected sensors and grid-edge devices
Extend video and security to unmanned facilities.
Connect cameras and access systems at substations, generation sites, yards and remote operational facilities.
- Perimeter and access-point monitoring
- Remote visual inspection
- Security and incident review
Prepare for a more distributed energy environment.
Establish secure wireless connectivity for renewable generation, storage systems, microgrids and other distributed energy resources.
- Renewable generation monitoring
- Battery storage and microgrid systems
- Future grid-edge applications
From utility requirements to field deployment.
Westcan helps utilities assess their operating environment and develop a Private LTE solution aligned with coverage, capacity, security, integration and long-term modernization goals.
Operational Discovery
Identify service areas, critical assets, users, devices, applications and existing communications challenges.
Network Engineering
Develop a design that considers geography, infrastructure, spectrum, capacity, resiliency and backhaul requirements.
Integration and Deployment
Bring together the radio network, core, devices, gateways and operational systems required for the utility environment.
Lifecycle Support
Support performance, expansion and adaptation as new assets, territories and utility applications are introduced.
Build a stronger communications foundation for your utility.
Talk to Westcan about your service territory, operational systems and how Private LTE could support grid modernization, field communications and critical infrastructure resilience.
