Connecting IoT sensors in agricultural fields, mines, or underground pipelines requires long-range telemetry. Traditional Wi-Fi or cellular networks consume too much power and have limited range in remote sites.
Low-Power Wide-Area Networks (LPWAN) solve this problem, transmitting small packets of data over kilometers on batteries that last for years.
"LPWAN is the key to connecting remote sensors in vast industrial and agricultural settings."
LoRaWAN: Private and Flexible
LoRaWAN operates in unlicensed sub-GHz bands, allowing companies to deploy private gateways. It offers range up to 15 kilometers with high penetration through concrete and soil, with zero recurring network fees.
NB-IoT: Licensed Cellular Reliability
NB-IoT leverages existing LTE infrastructure. It offers high quality of service, security, and global coverage, making it excellent for applications where cellular signals are present and data reliability is critical.