Five Ways 5G Unlocks Iot In Industry 4.0 - And Three Places To Do It
RCRWirelessNews, Friday, October 11th, 2024
Advances in automation have impacted every industry, but arguably none more so than the manufacturing sector. Traditional assembly lines are being replaced by intelligent factories where machines not only handle assembly but help optimise resources and drive down costs.
This technology revolution, known as Industry 4.0, is becoming a reality thanks in no small part to the industrial internet-of-things (IIoT) and availability of 5G private networks.
By 2029, the Industry 4.0 market is expected to be worth $377.3 billion. Machines, robots, sensors, people, and drones all require seamless connectivity in IIoT. Previous generations of wireless networks could not support these massive communication needs, which is why 5G is pivotal for Industry 4.0. Not only does 5G enhance connectivity, it offers several benefits that are fuelling this Industry 4.0 revolution.