Case Study: Locweld achieves reliable, scalable industrial networking with Extreme Networks

Locweld Transforms Network Infrastructure with Extreme Networks

Locweld, a steel-heavy manufacturing company, needed a more reliable network to support its Industry 4.0 operations after struggling with dead zones, unstable Wi‑Fi, and bottlenecks that affected CNC machines, ERP systems, and mobile tools. Extreme Networks, working with LRC Tek, provided a solution using Extreme’s Wi‑Fi 6 access points and cloud-managed networking to overcome the challenging RF environment.

With Extreme Networks, Locweld eliminated dead spots, improved inventory accuracy by removing duplicate entries, and enabled staff to access real-time production data with confidence. The result was greater operational efficiency, reduced downtime, and a scalable network that supports future IoT and automation growth, while Extreme’s leasing model helped Locweld cost-effectively access enterprise-grade infrastructure.

Locweld

Eric Girard

IT and Automation Director