Today, power generation professionals are looking for rugged Ethernet solutions that meet the requirements of modern substations – and beyond.

These vertical solutions must cover the entire spectrum, from power station and management station, to the distribution grid.

The new Hirschmann MACH1000 rugged substation Ethernet switch delivers superlative, standards-compliant performance, in a compact form factor. These switches offer high port density (up to 26 ports), excellent RFI/EMI shielding under extreme conditions, and the flexibility to accommodate any network topology.

Innovative design and the standardised OpenRail software platform provide true versatility. The switches are built to match the lifetime of a substation, and offer the superior quality that customers have come to expect from Hirschmann.