Od 1. srpna 2025 zavádí aktualizovaná směrnice Evropské unie o rádiových zařízeních (Radio Equipment Directive – RED) povinné požadavky na kybernetickou bezpečnost pro zařízení připojená k internetu prodávaná v EU. Tato pravidla týkající se ochrany sítí, zabezpečení dat a prevence podvodů jsou nyní nezbytná pro posouzení shody a použití značky CE.
RACOM s hrdostí potvrzuje, že celé naše produktové portfolio – mikrovlnné spoje RAy3, mobilní routery M!DGE3 a rádiové modemy RipEX2 tyto nové požadavky splňuje. Všechna zařízení, ať už nasazená nebo nová, zůstanou bezpečná a aktuální bez dalších nákladů nebo přerušení provozu díky bezplatným a pravidelným aktualizacím firmwaru.
Aktualizovaná směrnice RED se zaměřuje na tři oblasti, z nichž první je pro náš typ zařízení nejrelevantnější:
Aby výrobcům pomohla prokázat soulad s předpisy, zveřejnila EU v lednu 2025 sérii harmonizovaných norem (ČSN) EN 18031, které poskytují jasný rámec pro zabudování zabezpečení do bezdrátových produktů od samého počátku.
Naši softwaroví inženýři zajišťují, že zařízení RAy, M!DGE a RipEX splňují, a v mnoha oblastech dokonce překračují, požadavky RED na kybernetickou bezpečnost. Integrita sítě je chráněna prostřednictvím zabezpečeného firmwaru, různých technologií šifrování provozu a v případě rádiového rozhraní RipEX2 prostřednictvím naší jedinečné automatické rotace šifrovacích klíčů AES.
Bezpečnost také usnadňujeme uživatelům. Náš nový postup při prvním přihlášení představený v krátkém videu provede každého nového majitele vytvořením vlastního uživatelského jména a hesla. Vestavěná vizualizace síly hesla pomáhá zajistit, že hesla jsou nejen jedinečná, ale také dostatečně silná, aby odolala reálným hrozbám.
Když si vyberete RACOM, získáte více než jen hardware. Získáte:
Podívejte se na krátké video a uvidíte, jak snadné je bezpečně nastavit zařízení RACOM hned při prvním přihlášení. Díky zpětné vazbě o síle hesla v reálném čase si můžete být jisti, že vaše připojení je chráněno od prvního dne.
Pokud chcete vědět, které řešení RACOM je nejvhodnější pro váš IoT, SCADA nebo telekomunikační projekt, kontaktujte náš tým! Pomůžeme vám navrhnout komunikační řešení, které je bezpečné, spolehlivé a připravené na budoucnost.
Rádi bychom se s Vámi podělili o několik novinek.
Od 1. srpna 2025 je v platnosti aktualizovaná směrnice Evropské unie o rádiových zařízeních (RED), která definuje požadavky na kybernetickou bezpečnost pro zařízení připojená k internetu prodávaná v EU. Všechna námi vyráběná zařízení toto nařízení splňují. Více se dozvíte zde.
Na mnoha místech ve vodárenství běží naše rádiové modemy spolehlivě už téměř 30 let. Přesto nastává chvíle, kdy je třeba se zamyslet nad modernizací. Přečtěte si, proč je správný čas právě teď!
V našem novém výukovém videu k mikrovlnným spojům RAy se dozvíte, jak správně nasměrovat antény. Ukážeme Vám, jak správně postupovat, aby Váš mikrovlnný spoj vždy spolehlivě fungoval v souladu s vypočtenými hodnotami. Podívejte se na video zde.
V případě dotazů nebo žádosti o nabídku nás, prosím, kontaktuje.
Zajištění dodávek pitné vody i provozu čistíren odpadních vod patří k základním potřebám každého z nás. Spolehlivá komunikace v těchto kritických sítích je zásadní a jsme hrdí na to, že zařízení RACOM se zde používají už více než 30 let.
První rádiové modemy jsme instalovali do vodárenských sítích v Česku a na Slovensku už v roce 1994. Kromě menších sítí je dnes využívá naprostá většina z padesáti největších vodárenských společností v ČR a výrazně se prosadily i v zahraničí. V Rakousku a Norsku drží RACOM přes 80% trhu. Jen v Norsku, kde je rádiová komunikace vzhledem k náročnému terénu a nízké hustotě osídlení nezastupitelná, fungují naše zařízení ve více než stovce lokalit.
Na mnoha místech naše modemy spolehlivě běží 24/7 už téměř 30 let. Přesto nastává chvíle, kdy je třeba se zamyslet nad modernizací.
Tyto výzvy se netýkají jen modemů RACOM řady MR či první generace RipEX, ale i zařízení jiných výrobců (Motorola, Kenwood, SATEL, CONEL…).
Přechod na RipEX2 znamená mnohem víc než splnění předpisů:
Pro provozovatele to znamená prodloužení životnosti infrastruktury a jistotu, že jejich síť zůstane spolehlivá a bezpečná i do budoucna.
Ať už nahrazujete několik starších modemů, nebo plánujete kompletní obnovu sítě, RipEX2 vám nabízí bezpečné, spolehlivé a plně RED-kompatibilní řešení.
V kombinaci s mobilními routery M!DGE a mikrovlnnými spoji RAy získáte integrovanou komunikační platformu pro kritickou infrastrukturu, od venkovských obcí až po hlavní města.
Kontaktujte náš tým a proberte s námi možnosti modernizace. Zjistěte, jak vám RipEX2 může pomoci posunout vaši síť do budoucnosti – bezpečně, plynule a bez přerušení provozu.
What do you do when fiber just isn’t an option? In the mountains and cities of Oman, over 150 substations trust M!DGE routers to keep the lights on!
Muscat Electricity Distribution Company (MEDC), now operating under the Nama Electricity Distribution Company following the national electricity sector restructuring in 2021–22, is responsible for the distribution of electricity across the Muscat Governorate—an area covering over 3,900 square kilometers of mountainous and urban terrain.
As part of its Distribution SCADA System, the company needed to ensure reliable, secure, and scalable communication between its primary 33/11 kV substations and the Distribution Control Centre (DCC). In areas where fiber-optic connectivity was unavailable or at risk of disruption, a high-availability wireless backup was essential.
In 2014, RACOM supplied 160+ M!DGE 3G cellular routers to serve as a backup to fiber and ensure continuous data exchange using the IEC 60870-5-104 protocol. Each router connected to a Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) at the substations, maintaining secure, end-to-end IP communication—even in Oman’s harsh climate and rugged terrain.
The M!DGE routers performed with such consistency and reliability that when it came time to upgrade the system in 2023, Nama Electricity Distribution Company issued a new tender—this time for next-generation 4/5G routers.
RACOM’s M!DGE3 router won the tender over several well-known competitors, including the Advantech SR303 and Teltonika RUT955, proving once again its technical superiority, long-term stability, and value in mission-critical environments.
M!DGE3 brought major enhancements to the system, including:
Today, over 150 substations across the Muscat region rely on M!DGE routers—first with 3G and now upgraded to 4/5G—for resilient SCADA communications. The transition from M!DGE to M!DGE3 was executed smoothly, maintaining continuity and minimizing operational disruption.
RACOM’s long-standing relationship with MEDC, now Nama Electricity Distribution Company, is a testament to product quality, technical support, and ongoing innovation. The success of this project further solidifies M!DGE’s reputation as a go-to solution for secure and stable utility communications in complex geographies.
When a single gas leak can put lives at risk, there’s no room for communication failure. In the blistering heat of the UAE’s sour gas fields, RACOM’s M!DGE routers are on guard—delivering instant alerts and nonstop SCADA connectivity where safety is non-negotiable.
As global demand for natural gas continues to rise, oil and gas companies are increasingly developing sour gas fields—reservoirs with high concentrations of hazardous gases such as Hydrogen Sulphide (H₂S) and Carbon Dioxide (CO₂). These fields present serious operational challenges: higher toxicity, increased corrosion, greater safety risks, and significant cost implications.
In the Middle East, the development of sour gas fields has become an urgent priority due to growing regional energy demands. Compounding the issue, many operating fields are experiencing increased sourness over time, with contaminants like H₂S becoming more prevalent during the production lifecycle.
To ensure continuous, safe operations in such conditions, ADNOC Onshore (formerly ADCO), the Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Petroleum Operations, needed a robust, secure, and field-proven communications solution for toxic gas monitoring and wellhead SCADA systems.
Between 2014 and 2025, RACOM delivered multiple batches of M!DGE2 and M!DGE3 cellular routers—complete with rugged outdoor antennas and accessories—to ADNOC Onshore through several trusted system integrators. These routers are now deployed across various oil and gas fields in the UAE, supporting mission-critical applications such as:
Each M!DGE router is tightly integrated with Rockwell RTUs to form a reliable, compact unit. Operating in harsh desert conditions—often exceeding 50 °C—these assemblies ensure constant communication via cellular networks. In the event of a gas leak (e.g., reaching the 10 ppm alarm threshold), the system immediately triggers SMS notifications to designated personnel via the M!DGE router.
In addition to performance, security has been paramount. M!DGE supports advanced networking features such as VPN tunneling, IPsec encryption, and end-to-end IP connectivity, providing ADNOC with a secure platform for remote access and control.
The M!DGE-based systems have run continuously and without interruption, despite environmental extremes and the critical nature of the applications they support. ADNOC Onshore has expressed high satisfaction with both the reliability and flexibility of the solution, leading to continued orders and further expansion through local UAE-based partners.
This long-standing cooperation underscores RACOM’s reputation as a trusted provider of industrial-grade cellular communications for hazardous and high-demand environments.
When your customers monitor power grids and pumping stations north of the Arctic Circle, “reliable” isn’t optional—it’s mission-critical. In Scandinavia’s toughest terrain, RACOM’s M!DGE routers are the invisible force behind secure industrial VPNs.
Since 1999, Last Mile Communication (LMC) has delivered high-reliability communication solutions for enterprise-critical infrastructure across Scandinavia. Over time, LMC identified a growing customer need: secure, remote access and monitoring for industrial installations—often located in harsh, remote environments with no off-the-shelf solution available.
To address this market gap, LMC founded IOG, a dedicated company focused on delivering leased, fully managed M2M (machine-to-machine) VPN services. Their customers—ranging from utility providers to energy companies—require secure, reliable connections for pumping stations, power installations, and environmental monitoring systems. Typical deployments range from 2 to 70 sites, often in mountainous or northern regions where connectivity and environmental conditions are challenging.
To guarantee the high service levels (SLAs) that underpin IOG’s business model, every component of the infrastructure must perform flawlessly. After extensive field testing and years of operational experience, IOG selected RACOM’s M!DGE cellular routers as their standard solution.
M!DGE offers:
By integrating M!DGE units into its VPN architecture, IOG ensures secure, uninterrupted data flow—regardless of network conditions or geographic constraints. As of 2017, more than 500 M!DGE units are deployed across the IOG network, forming the backbone of its leased service offering.
The collaboration between LMC and RACOM dates back to 2001, spanning multiple product generations. According to Dag Nielsen, Technical Director at LMC:
“LMC’s cooperation with RACOM dates back to 2001. During this time, LMC has used different RACOM products and has always been happy and satisfied with levels of performance and reliability. RACOM technical support has also been excellent. It is why M!DGE is our product of choice.”
Thanks to M!DGE’s reliability and RACOM’s ongoing support, IOG has earned a strong reputation for quality and innovation in the Scandinavian market—delivering secure connectivity where it matters most.
What does it take to keep an entire nation’s power grid connected, from bustling cities to remote islands? In Vietnam, over 3,000 M!DGE routers are doing just that—quietly powering the country’s SCADA backbone, one recloser at a time.
Vietnam Electricity (EVN), the country’s largest state-owned power company, is responsible for electricity generation, transmission, and distribution across Vietnam. As part of an ongoing modernization of its SCADA telemetry infrastructure—particularly to connect and manage reclosers—EVN faced the challenge of building a reliable and secure communication network over a vast and diverse geographic area.
The solution had to meet strict performance criteria while remaining within budgetary constraints. After evaluating multiple communication technologies, cellular routers emerged as the most suitable option due to their flexibility, availability, and cost-effectiveness.
Following comprehensive testing, RACOM’s M!DGE cellular routers were selected as the best fit for EVN’s needs. M!DGE demonstrated exceptional performance, maintaining high link integrity and offering advanced networking features such as IPsec, VPN tunneling, and reliable end-to-end data handling in varied environments.
The SCADA network is built around a central control system equipped with VPN concentrators from vendors such as Cisco, Vigor, and Juniper. M!DGE routers at remote sites connect to this core via encrypted IPsec tunnels or NAPT configurations, depending on the topology and security requirements.
One of the key benefits of the M!DGE platform is its ability to support both serial and Ethernet-based communication simultaneously. The EVN network utilizes IEC 101 over RS232 for legacy devices, alongside modern IEC 104 over TCP/IP for newer equipment—providing a smooth migration path and ensuring compatibility across generations of reclosers.
Since the initial deployment in 2017, EVN has continually expanded its network using all generations of the M!DGE product family, including the latest M!DGE3. The routers have proven to be easy to install and configure, allowing the local teams to manage ongoing installations with minimal support from RACOM.
The project stands as a testament to the reliability, flexibility, and future-proof design of RACOM’s cellular routers in large-scale SCADA applications.
How do you keep underwater oil pipelines safe from thousands of kilometers away—while battling salt spray, signal dropouts, and the wrath of the sea? In Indonesia, RACOM’s M!DGE router dove right in.
Indonesia’s PT Starcom Solusindo has been delivering robust network solutions since 2000, serving national industries with both licensed and unlicensed wireless infrastructure. One of their most demanding recent projects involved safeguarding submarine pipelines at PERTAMINA (Persero), Indonesia’s state-owned oil and gas company.
At three of PERTAMINA’s refineries, Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems — offshore buoys that facilitate crude oil transfers from tankers — required constant leak monitoring. Given the pipelines stretch underwater to coastal terminals, any undetected breach could result in significant environmental and economic consequences.
Starcom needed a highly reliable communication backbone between offshore and onshore systems. The chosen solution had to be hardened for marine and industrial environments, capable of encrypted VPN tunneling, and programmable to meet custom protocol needs.
After evaluating several vendors, RACOM’s M!DGE cellular router stood out as the clear winner. Its industrial-grade design, powerful security stack, and open software architecture made it the ideal choice for this mission-critical deployment.
Each pipeline was equipped with two M!DGE units: one offshore and one onshore. Data from the leak detection system was transmitted through a secure OpenVPN tunnel, ensuring integrity across the link.
A major differentiator in this project was M!DGE’s support for RACOM’s Software Development Kit (SDK). The Starcom team, in collaboration with RACOM engineers, developed a custom TCP-based listener script that monitored WWAN1/WWAN2 status and MOBILE1 signal strength. It responded to requests using the ModbusTCP protocol, as required by the client, and delivered values into specific registers and byte locations tailored to PERTAMINA’s SCADA system.
This level of integration was critical in matching the customer’s expectations without the need for additional middleware.
While Starcom provided the local know-how and on-site implementation, RACOM’s remote technical support team in the Czech Republic ensured seamless integration and configuration. The result was a stable, secure, and responsive monitoring system protecting vital infrastructure beneath the sea.
How do you upgrade hundreds of critical utility sites in a 1.7-million-person city—without interrupting services or ripping out legacy systems? In Fez, Morocco, RADEEF did it with RipEX2.
As Morocco’s second-largest city, Fez relies on RADEEF, its regional utility provider, to deliver stable water and electricity services. But RADEEF’s communication infrastructure—built on outdated radio modems using serial connections—was no longer compliant with new national cybersecurity requirements.
The utility needed a modern, IP-based communication system that would:
The challenge was not only technical—it also involved a phased migration across an active, city-wide utility network without disrupting service.
Following an in-depth evaluation process, RADEEF selected RACOM’s RipEX2 radio modems—chosen for their performance, interoperability, and secure migration features.
Key aspects of the deployment included:
The migration began with two independent star-topology subnetworks, each with 25 RipEX2 modems. These subnetworks connected to RADEEF’s central control room via additional RipEX2-HS units, providing fault-tolerant communication over a 25 kHz channel width.
RACOM’s migration tools allowed for gradual transition from serial to IP without replacing every device at once—preserving investments and avoiding service downtime.
The collaborative effort between RADEEF engineers, RACOM’s Czech-based specialists, and local integrator SOHIME produced outstanding results:
RADEEF’s transformation sets a new benchmark for modernizing utility infrastructure in North Africa—blending legacy compatibility with cutting-edge IP networking to serve the growing demands of Fez’s urban environment.
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