The ICX30-HWC Industrial Cellular Gateway provides secure wireless Ethernet and serial connectivity to remote devices over 3G cellular service. These devices include PLCs, RTUs, DCS systems, instruments, electronic billboards and communication towers. Remote devices are accessed using secure VPN tunnels over Internet connections. This Industrial Cellular Gateway is ideal for programming and maintenance of remote equipment, remote data collection, SCADA, and machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. With integrated GPS, the cellular gateway can be used for location-based monitoring of applications.