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Comminent and Silicon Labs Revolutionize India’s Smart Grid

In a significant leap towards modernizing India's energy infrastructure, Comminent has successfully shipped 500,000 Wi-SUN compliant communication modules, powered by Silicon Labs' EFR32FG28 Wireless System-on-Chip (SoC). This milestone represents a major step in the transformation of India’s smart grid, aligning with the government's ambitious goals for renewable energy and smarter energy management.

The deployment of these modules is integral to India's Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), which aims to enhance the distribution of electricity across the country. The initiative is part of one of the largest infrastructure transformations globally, emphasizing the need for reliable, secure communication networks between smart energy meters and utilities.

Driving Smart Energy Meter Rollout

Comminent’s modules utilize the globally recognized Wi-SUN Field Area Network (FAN) standards, officially adopted by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as the national communication standard for smart meters. This standardization allows for robust, interoperable wireless mesh networks to facilitate Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) effectively.

Ross Sabolcik, Senior Vice President at Silicon Labs, expressed pride in partnering with Comminent for this groundbreaking milestone. He stated, "Comminent's achievement marks the rising adoption of Wi-SUN technology in extensive deployments, which is crucial for India's modernization efforts in the energy sector."

Addressing Deployment Challenges

India's transition to smart energy management presents unique challenges that Comminent aims to address head-on. The shifting landscape requires scalable solutions that can confidently handle large data volumes while ensuring secure communications. Amarjeet Kumar, Founder and CEO of Comminent, emphasized the necessity for networks that enable real-time monitoring and enhance grid resilience. He noted, "Our partnership with Silicon Labs amplifies our efforts to deliver top-tier communication modules equipped for advanced smart grid applications."

The feature-rich EFR32FG28 SoC is tailored for large-scale smart grid implementations. With dual-band capabilities that support both Sub-GHz and Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) communications, it is designed to function reliably in complex urban environments, enhancing connectivity and flexibility for energy providers.

Advanced Features for the Future

The EFR32FG28 SoC is not just about connection; it emphasizes the need for reliability, security, and performance in demanding field situations. Key features include:

• - Optimized Dual-Band Connectivity: Utilizes a high-performance long-range Sub-GHz radio optimized for India’s RF environment, alongside a robust 2.4 GHz Bluetooth LE radio.
• - Resilient Processing Infrastructure: Incorporates a multi-core architecture equipped to process applications, manage radio communications, and apply edge intelligence seamlessly.
• - Enterprise-Grade Security: Ensures safe key storage and advanced hardware cryptography through Silicon Labs’ Secure Vault™ technology, meeting PSA Level 3 certification.

This comprehensive feature set allows utility operators to shift focus toward scalable, future-ready Wi-SUN networks, primed to support millions of endpoints across India. The positive outcomes from this deployment not only further Comminent's commitment to excellence but also set the stage for expansion into global markets in the United States, Japan, and emerging regions committed to energy transition.

About Comminent

Headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, Comminent Pvt Ltd specializes in IPv6-compliant, open standards-based machine-to-machine (M2M) communication solutions. With a focus on high reliability, the company's advanced device management platform employs AI and edge-computing technologies, ensuring rapid decision-making and control. Comminent's experience extends to managing substantial IoT networks and delivering communication solutions for various industry needs.

About Silicon Labs

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) stands as a leader in low-power connectivity technologies. Focused on creating embedded solutions that improve lives, they provide the necessary tools and support for device makers in smart home technologies, industrial IoT, and smart cities. With operational reach across 16 countries, Silicon Labs is well-positioned to lead the next generation of connectivity solutions.