Enhance Your Infrastructure With High-Performance Moxa's Industrial Wi-Fi 6 Connectivity Solutions
Are Industrial Wireless Challenges Limiting Your Performance?
Choose your role to discover the connectivity challenges commonly encountered in demanding industrial environments.
Space Constraints
Does limited space inside your machines make it difficult to integrate industrial wireless networking equipment?
Complex Regional Requirements
Are different SKUs, regional certifications, and local standards creating additional complexity for your industrial automation projects?
Unstable Wireless Connectivity
Are signal interference and unexpected wireless disconnections affecting the stability and reliability of your industrial network?
Harsh Industrial Conditions
Could electrical surges, electrostatic discharge, and demanding industrial environments compromise the performance of your wireless hardware?
Network Expansion & Compliance
Do cabling constraints, installation challenges, and regulatory standards make it harder to expand your industrial network?
Rising Maintenance Expenses
Are recurring network problems and unplanned site visits increasing maintenance costs while reducing operational efficiency?
Reliable industrial mobility goes beyond simply establishing wireless connections between devices. Machine builders and system integrators need to manage limited installation space, complex RF environments, hardware vulnerabilities, compliance requirements, and long-term maintenance. Moxa industrial wireless solutions are built to address these challenges, providing reliable connectivity for demanding automation and industrial networking applications.
Key Benefits of Moxa Industrial Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Reliable and rapid connectivity
- High data rates and efficient wireless transmission for demanding industrial applications
- Low-latency and reliable connectivity for dynamic industrial environments
- Field-proven wireless performance for demanding industrial environments
- Seamless mobility with millisecond-level Turbo Roaming
Trusted Security
- Supports the latest WPA3 encryption protocol
- Security features referencing IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2
- Additional protection for critical OT systems against cyberthreats
Simplified management
- Scalability and self-healing Wi-Fi networks with AeroMesh
- Streamlined machine integration and limited installation footprint
- Universal (UN) models for multi-region RF compliance
Superior Performance Built for Industrial Applications
Moxa AWK 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 solutions are designed to deliver high-speed wireless connectivity for demanding industrial applications. With advanced Wi-Fi 6 capabilities, these solutions improve data transmission efficiency and support reliable communication in environments where low latency and stable connectivity are essential. Features such as MU-MIMO and OFDMA help optimize wireless performance when multiple devices operate simultaneously, making Wi-Fi 6 a strong foundation for real-time, data-intensive industrial automation applications.
- Intelligent Self-forming Architecture: AeroMesh technology enables self-forming and self-healing mesh networks that can adapt to changing industrial environments. This architecture helps reduce cabling requirements while maintaining reliable wireless communication and supporting efficient deployment in dynamic applications.
- Resilient Self-healing Redundancy: When a wireless path becomes unavailable, the mesh network can automatically establish an alternative route. This helps minimize single points of failure and maintain continuous data transmission, improving network availability for critical industrial operations.
More Reliable Wireless Communication
Utilizing Moxa’s AWK Series , which features Turbo Roaming with millisecond-level handovers, helps maintain continuous wireless connectivity in dynamic networking environments. The AWK Series is also engineered with a rugged design that helps withstand electrical interference and extreme temperatures ranging from -40 to 75°C, providing dependable wireless communication in challenging industrial conditions.
Built for Demanding Industrial Conditions
The AWK Series is designed to maintain reliable performance in challenging industrial environments. Industrial-grade ESD protection and motor surge suppression help protect sensitive hardware from electrical disturbances, while the rugged design supports operation across demanding conditions. These built-in protections help improve equipment durability, reduce maintenance requirements, and support longer product life.
Clear and Stable Wireless Signals
Advanced wireless technologies help maintain stable communication even in environments with significant RF activity. Moxa AWK solutions are designed to reduce the impact of unwanted interference and support reliable signal transmission, helping minimize packet loss and maintain consistent wireless performance for industrial applications.
Comprehensive Network Security Protection
Moxa ’s cybersecure AWK Wi-Fi 6 Series is designed with security features referencing IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 to provide additional protection for critical OT systems against cyberthreats. The series supports the latest WPA3 data encryption and network address translation (NAT), helping strengthen network protection and support secure-by-design industrial networks while simplifying secure outbound connections.
Secure and Compliant Wireless Networking
The AWK Series is designed to support the security and regulatory requirements of modern industrial wireless deployments. Its security capabilities help protect critical network communications, while compliance with the EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) supports deployment across regulated markets. Together, these features help simplify implementation and provide a more secure foundation for industrial wireless connectivity.
Smooth Machine Integration
Moxa's compact AWK Series is designed for easy integration into industrial machines and space-constrained cabinets. The AWK-1160 Series provides a compact Wi-Fi 6 solution suited to small machine enclosures, helping simplify installation where available space is limited. In addition, the AWK-1165A and AWK-1165C Series feature 5 embedded switch ports, providing additional connectivity options while helping reduce the need for extra components and supporting more compact machine designs.
Straightforward Network Management
With integrated AeroMesh technology, enhanced AWK models support self-forming and self-healing mesh networks that help maintain reliable communication in dynamic environments. In addition, wireless topologies and link status can be visualized in real-time with the MXview One Wireless add-on, giving teams greater visibility for network monitoring and troubleshooting. Universal model support further simplifies multinational deployment by helping industrial Wi-Fi access points meet RF regulatory requirements across different global markets.
Real-World Applications
Factory Inspection Solutions
Smart Warehouse Solutions
Mining Fleet Operations
Factory Inspection Solutions
To enhance worker safety while supporting sustainability objectives, a leading global semiconductor company in Taiwan introduced robotic dogs to operate in unmanned and difficult-to-access areas of its factory.
System Requirements:
- A network infrastructure that can be deployed easily and scaled up as needed
- Reliable Wi-Fi connectivity to support real-time data collection and communication
Moxa’s Solution:
- Removes the need for Ethernet cabling, helping lower installation and management costs
- Devices that automatically detect and recover from connection issues, enabling users to build adaptive Wi-Fi networks
- Compact and rugged product designs that fit easily into constrained spaces while withstanding continuous vibrations
- Wireless resilience technologies such as Turbo Roaming and AeroMesh provide reliable wireless connectivity
Smart Warehouse Solutions
A multinational consumer goods company implemented an automatic storage and retrieval system (AS/RS) throughout its global logistics centers, replacing traditional stacker cranes with four-way shuttle systems.
System Requirements:
- Address signal loss caused by metal obstructions and multipath interference in high-density steel rack environments
- Ultra-low latency and minimal packet loss (<1%) to support accurate real-time scheduling and collision prevention
Why Moxa
- Directional antennas and non-overlapping channel configurations help reduce interference and avoid signal loss
- Moxa’s Turbo Roaming provides sub-150 ms handoffs for seamless mobility
- A powerful network management system (NMS) enables centralized management of wired and wireless networks, providing holistic visibility and faster troubleshooting
Mining Fleet Operations
An Australian open-pit mining operator required a stable OT network to address Wi-Fi transmission delays and unreliable connectivity across mobile equipment, including excavators, drills, and dozers.
System Requirements:
- Stable, high-bandwidth Wi-Fi signaling and coverage throughout the pit
- Mobile equipment functioning as Wi-Fi hotspots, allowing off-road vehicles to connect and transmit maintenance and monitoring data in real time
- Rugged design capable of operating reliably in harsh outdoor mining environments
Moxa’s Solution:
- Field-proven AWK APs deliver stronger connectivity and broader, more reliable coverage
- Seamless wireless connectivity combined with connection recovery features
- IP68-rated hardware and industrial-grade design provide long-lasting reliability
WLAN for Industrial Applications
Looking to unlock the full potential of your industrial wireless network? Download our application brochure to explore our tailored solutions.
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| Wi-Fi Standards |
| Frequency Band |
| Data Rates |
| Wireless Security |
| Interfaces |
| Operating Temperature |
| Protection Class |
| AeroMesh |
| AP | Client | AP/Client | |||
| 802.11ax | |||||
| Selectable 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz Dual Band | Concurrent 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz Dual Band | ||||
| 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) / 1,201 Mbps (5 GHz) | 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1,201 Mbps (5 GHz) | ||||
| WPA3, Security features referencing IEC 62443-4-2 Security Level 2 | |||||
| 1 x GbE | 5 x GbE | 1 x GbE | 5 x GbE | 1 x GbE + 1 x 2.5GbE (PoE) | |
| -25 to 60°C / -40 to 75°C (-T models) | -40 to 75°C | ||||
| IP30 | IP68 | ||||
Ready to Build a Wireless Network That Never Lets You Down?
From compact APs for space-constrained machines to rugged AeroMesh deployments across your entire site, Moxa's AWK Wi-Fi 6 Series is engineered to keep your operations connected — no matter how harsh the environment. Our team can help you match the right AWK model to your application, region, and compliance requirements.
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