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What is Private 5G?

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Think of private 5G as your own exclusive highway—purpose-built for your business needs. Unlike the shared “public” 5G networks that everyone accesses, a private 5G network is a secure, high-performance digital infrastructure designed to cater solely to your organisation. It’s a tailor-made solution for seamless connectivity, offering unparalleled reliability, security, and flexibility.

Private 5G networks can be customised to fit the size and scope of your operations. Their performance is shaped by factors like the radio frequencies used and the coverage area required, making them an ideal solution for businesses with unique connectivity demands.

Why Choose Private 5G?

Private 5G is a transformative tool for businesses looking to stay ahead.

Unmatched Reliability

Private 5G ensures consistent, uninterrupted connectivity. For industries like manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing where downtime isn’t an option, this level of reliability keeps operations running smoothly.

Enhanced Security

Since it’s isolated from public networks, a private 5G setup offers an additional layer of protection against cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data and critical infrastructure.

Real-Time Performance

Low latency is a hallmark of 5G, and a private network takes full advantage of this. Businesses can process massive volumes of data in real time, enabling instant decision-making and faster operations.

Flexibility and Scalability

Whether you’re integrating IoT devices, scaling operations, or adjusting to new business demands, private 5G provides the flexibility to adapt without the limitations of traditional networks.

A key use case: Private 5G in Manufacturing

Private 5G in the the manufacturing sector is unlocking new possibilities for efficiency, safety, and innovation. Here’s how:

Automation

Private 5G allows robots, sensors, and other automated systems to communicate instantly and reliably, ensuring precision and minimising errors on the production line.

Remote Monitoring and Management

With the speed and reliability of 5G, managers can oversee factory operations from anywhere, gaining real-time insights into performance and troubleshooting issues remotely.

Enhanced Workplace Safety

Connected sensors and smart systems powered by 5G can predict equipment failures or safety risks, helping to prevent accidents and reduce downtime.

Effortless Scalability

As factories grow, private 5G networks can expand to support more devices, data traffic, and advanced applications without compromising performance.

The Future of Connectivity

Private 5G networks are redefining what’s possible for industries that rely on secure, reliable, and flexible connectivity. From manufacturing floors to logistics hubs, this technology enables businesses to achieve greater efficiency, innovate at scale, and maintain a competitive edge.

5G vs 4G

5G has been rolling out for quite some time. It’s a major step up from 4G, we’re not just talking about a simple speed boost.

Speed and Bandwidth: 5G operates at a higher frequency than 4G, allowing for faster data download and upload speeds. While 4G might offer speeds of 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps, 5G promises speeds from 50 Mbps to over 10 Gbps, making real-time data processing and analytics possible like never before.

Latency: 5G significantly reduces latency, bringing it down to as low as 1 millisecond. This ensures instantaneous response, vital for applications like augmented reality, virtual reality, and real-time gaming.

Capacity: 5G can support a million devices per square kilometre, a tenfold increase from what 4G offers. This makes 5G ideal for densely populated urban areas and IoT-heavy industries.

Network Efficiency: 5G networks utilise network slicing to allocate bandwidth dynamically based on demand, ensuring efficient use of network resources.

Reliability: With enhanced signal processing techniques, 5G ensures a more reliable connection, vital for critical applications like remote surgeries or autonomous driving.

Whilst 4G brought us the world of high-speed mobile internet, 5G provides ultra-reliable, low-latency communications, propelling industries and consumers into the future.

Private 5G vs WiFi

While WiFi has been the de-facto standard for indoor wireless connectivity for years, Private 5G is emerging as a compelling addition, especially for industries with specific requirements.

Range and Coverage: WiFi networks typically have a limited range, requiring multiple access points for larger areas. In contrast, Private 5G can cover vast industrial areas, both indoor and outdoor, with fewer infrastructure demands.

Reliability: WiFi can suffer from interference and connectivity drops. Private 5G networks offer a more stable and reliable connection, ensuring that critical industrial processes run uninterrupted.

Capacity: While WiFi can handle a decent number of devices, it pales in comparison to the massive device density support offered by 5G, making it ideal for IoT-heavy environments.

Latency: 5G’s ultra-low latency outperforms WiFi, ensuring real-time data processing and instant device communication, essential for applications like autonomous robotics in manufacturing.

Security: With a dedicated infrastructure and advanced encryption, Private 5G networks offer enhanced security compared to WiFi, which can be vulnerable to various attacks.

Flexibility: Unlike the one-size-fits-all approach of WiFi, Private 5G networks can be tailored for specific industrial needs, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.

WiFi remains a solid choice for general indoor connectivity, Private 5G provides a tailored, robust, and future-proof solution for industries poised for growth and innovation.

Private 5G doesn’t need to be complex. Accelleran provides Private 5G solutions for enterprises of all sizes. We work with our ever-growing ecosystem of radio units to create tailored solutions to suit your use cases.

Seamless Integration: With our state-of-the-art CU-RIC-SMO software that runs on a COTS server platform, paired with pre-integrated Radio Unit (RU) offerings, you get a complete turnkey Private 5G package.

Embrace Open RAN: Our solutions are Open-RAN aligned, providing benefits including network flexibility, enhanced scalability and more. 

Simple Installation: No RAN expertise? No problem. Setting up our solutions is as straightforward as installing WiFi.

FAQ

What is Private 5G?

Private 5G is a dedicated mobile network designed specifically for your business needs. Unlike public 5G, which is shared with everyone, a private 5G network provides exclusive, secure, and highly reliable connectivity tailored to your enterprise’s unique requirements.

How does Private 5G differ from WiFi?

While WiFi is commonly used for indoor wireless connectivity, Private 5G offers broader coverage, higher reliability, and the ability to support a larger number of devices. Private 5G also provides lower latency and enhanced security, making it ideal for industrial applications where performance and security are critical.

What are the benefits of using Private 5G for manufacturing?

Private 5G enhances manufacturing by enabling seamless automation, real-time remote monitoring, and improved safety through advanced sensors and communication tools. It also supports scalability, allowing manufacturing units to expand their operations without compromising network performance.

Why is Private 5G considered more secure than public 5G?

Private 5G networks are isolated from public networks, providing an additional layer of security. They are designed with advanced encryption and dedicated infrastructure, which reduces the risk of breaches and ensures that sensitive data remains protected.

How does 5G compare to 4G in terms of speed and capacity?

5G offers significantly faster data speeds, with potential rates over 10 Gbps, compared to 4G’s 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps. It also supports a much larger number of devices, up to a million per square kilometer, and provides ultra-low latency, making it ideal for real-time applications like augmented reality and autonomous systems.

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