Hawk Networks is collaborating with RuralUrban Labs to create a 5G Smart Farm and "HardTech" hub. RuralUrban Labs is a research and development company focused on "HardTech" with its headquarters in the historic Camden Opera House. In order to enable the testing and development of the upcoming generation of automated farm equipment and machinery that will be installed throughout the farms surrounding Camden, Hawk Networks will employ its Althea platform and KeyLTETM.

 

KeyLTETM was created by Hawk Networks as a novel strategy for constructing exclusive LTE and 5G networks. A home router-integrated edge EPC (evolved packet core) is used by KeyLTETM. This gives Indiana farmers the ability to develop connectivity solutions for a small portion of the price of traditional cellular networks. A KeyLTETM network can be deployed quickly and similarly to a wi-fi network.

 

To provide Camden people with high speed broadband access, this cooperation comprises a combined investment by Hawk and RuralUrban. As a virtual network operator, Hawk Networks will assist with the construction of a high-speed broadband network that makes use of CBRS LTE, fixed wireless, and fibre optic technologies. In the implementation of virtual network services that are powered by the "Althea" software platform, Hawk Networks has been a market leader.

 

“Althea’s technology allows us to deliver robust connectivity in a community driven and sustainable way. Instead of treating mobile and private 5G networks as separate from broadband, communities like Camden can build holistic networks with Althea,” said Deborah Simpier, Founder and CEO of Hawk Networks. “We are excited to work together with RuralUrban Labs to provide broadband access and support the AgTech innovation at Camden's 500 Acre 5G Farm.”