Belden has announced a new range of zone level security switches that protect control systems against network problems and cyber threats. The Hirschmann Eagle Tofino line combines a rugged security appliance with a collection of software modules that together provide practical and effective industrial network security, which is simple to implement and does not require plant shutdowns.
Suitable for use by the process control and SCADA industries, the range of products provide improved safety, network security and performance of industrial control systems. Poor network segmentation, unprotected points of entry into the network, "soft" targets such as unpatched PCs and vulnerable PLCs, and human error can result in significant production losses and even safety issues.
The Eagle Tofino industrial security solution is a distributed security solution that quickly and cost-effectively implements cyber security protection within control networks. Its flexible architecture allows users to create security zones throughout a control network to protect critical system components.
The new range from Belden helps meet and exceed NERC CIP requirements and ANSI/ISA-99 standards. Importantly, it also helps to avoid expensive downtime and achieve optimal performance in the plant.
Key benefits include:
-No IT knowledge required.
-Simplified regulatory and standards compliance.
-Ability to configure and manage security for an entire control network from one location.
-A VPN system that is easy to deploy and does not risk industrial processes.
Applications include process control, SCADA systems, discrete control, oil and gas custody transfer, safety instrumentation systems, managing PLC programming stations, display-only HMI panels and partner access to telemetry data.