Private 5G is becoming the wireless backbone for enterprises that need secure and high-performance connectivity to power automation, robotics and AI-driven operations. Yet many of the current approaches rely on infrastructure-heavy designs that slow down deployment, increase costs and require dedicated IT expertise at each site. Celona’s AerFlex has been designed to challenge this model with an architecture that is as simple to deploy as Wi-Fi, while delivering the reliability and security of cellular.
At its core, AerFlex is an access point-only system. Instead of racks of servers and custom cabling on site, the access point becomes the sole hardware requirement. This shift removes complexity and enables enterprises to bring sites online in hours rather than weeks. For distributed businesses with hundreds of remote or space-constrained locations, this makes private 5G far more practical and scalable.
The technology is underpinned by what Celona calls a “Smart Split” between local and cloud functions. Data path services such as packet forwarding and policy enforcement run locally on the access points, ensuring low latency, regulatory compliance and data sovereignty. Control functions, including mobility and policy management, are handled in the cloud, where they can be dynamically scaled and centrally orchestrated. This design balances performance for latency-sensitive applications like robotics or video analytics with the operational efficiency of cloud management.
AerFlex is powered by CelonaOS and integrates seamlessly with enterprise IT and operational technology systems. It does not require telco-specific skills or fragmented multi-vendor integration, which has been a barrier for many organisations. From firewalls and DHCP servers to identity and access management, AerFlex is designed to fit within existing security and policy frameworks.
The use cases for this model are clear. Warehouses and distribution centres can automate material handling and robotics without needing IT staff on site. Remote oil rigs and manufacturing facilities can connect sensors and cameras with zero local infrastructure. Retail chains can achieve consistent connectivity across hundreds of branches. The combination of simplicity, scale and security makes AerFlex particularly suited for distributed enterprises embracing AI and automation.
Celona has also aligned its pricing to make adoption straightforward, with predictable costs per access point across indoor and outdoor models and flexible subscription terms. Existing customers can migrate their current deployments to AerFlex without disruption, extending the value of their investment while adopting the new architecture.
By combining local data breakout with cloud-based orchestration in an access point-only design, AerFlex represents a significant step forward in making private 5G more accessible. It provides enterprises with a way to deploy secure, resilient connectivity wherever it is needed, quickly and at scale, without the infrastructure burden of traditional solutions.
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