Energy Magazine May 2015 | Page 27

SILVER SPRINGS NETWORKS
SMART GRID INNOVATORS

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SILVER SPRINGS NETWORKS

Silver Springs has brought several innovations to energy smart grids . One of their leading smart grid platforms , Gen4 Communications Module , offers cellular connectivity . This connectivity , combined with high data rates , allows them to automatically tailor the amount of data used throughout the network .
Along with other minor features that are entirely unique to them , this makes Silver Springs Networks one of the top leaders in the cellular module industry for smart grids . Cellular modules for smart grids are one of the primary ways that smart grids have been enabled to grow and stand out from traditional electrical grids . High speed transmission of usage data helps the grid adapt as needed .
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