Build America Buy America Networking Solutions
American-made networking hardware and American-made Ethernet switches engineered for broadband, transportation, utility, and government infrastructure — built to deliver reliable connectivity while helping you meet the requirements associated with the Build America Buy America (BABA) Act and federally funded deployments.
Serving telecommunications providers, internet service providers, municipalities, utilities, transportation agencies, and government organizations.
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American-Made Network Infrastructure for Federally Funded Broadband Projects
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Federal investment changed the sourcing requirements
As federal investments continue to expand broadband access and modernize critical infrastructure across the United States, organizations need networking partners that understand both performance requirements and domestic sourcing regulations.
Federal funding initiatives have increased demand for networking products that satisfy domestic sourcing requirements while delivering enterprise-grade performance.
What EtherWAN builds, and who it serves
EtherWAN delivers American-made networking hardware, American-made Ethernet switches, and industrial networking solutions that support broadband, transportation, utility, and government infrastructure projects. Our networking technologies are engineered to provide reliable connectivity while helping customers meet the requirements associated with the Build America Buy America (BABA) Act and federally funded deployments.
EtherWAN offers BABA-compliant networking equipment and Build America Buy America compliant Ethernet switches designed to support telecommunications providers, internet service providers, municipalities, utilities, transportation agencies, and government organizations deploying federally funded infrastructure.
Designed for long-term operational success
Whether you’re building next-generation fiber networks, expanding rural broadband coverage, or modernizing critical communications infrastructure, EtherWAN provides networking solutions designed to support long-term operational success.
These solutions help organizations deploy reliable broadband and communications networks while aligning with federal funding and procurement requirements.
Supporting BEAD-Funded Broadband Expansion
Where EtherWAN Switching Sits
- Access FTTH and rural service drops
- Distribution Neighborhood and campus aggregation
- Middle mile Regional spans between networks
- Backbone Long-haul fiber transport
EtherWAN managed switching, fiber aggregation, and media conversion support deployments at every tier.
The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program represents one of the largest investments in broadband infrastructure in U.S. history. As broadband providers, municipalities, utilities, and public agencies pursue federal funding opportunities, selecting the right network infrastructure has become more important than ever.
EtherWAN provides BEAD-compliant networking equipment and network equipment for federally funded broadband projects. Our solutions help organizations build scalable broadband networks while supporting compliance objectives throughout the project lifecycle.
Deployments We Support
Rural Broadband Deployment
Long-reach fiber and hardened switching for low-density service areas.
Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) Networks
Access and distribution switching for residential fiber build-outs.
Middle-Mile Broadband Infrastructure
Fiber aggregation between access networks and regional backbones.
Smart City Initiatives
Connectivity for lighting, sensors, surveillance, and municipal services.
Utility Communications Systems
Substation and distribution automation networking. Utility Solutions
Transportation Networks
Roadside cabinets, signal systems, and ITS backhaul. ITS Solutions
Public Sector Connectivity Projects
Campus, agency, and public-facility network modernization.
Critical Infrastructure Modernization
Resilient, secure networks for essential services. Critical Infrastructure
BABA-Compliant Ethernet Switches for Critical Infrastructure
EtherWAN understands that networking equipment selection can directly impact project eligibility and compliance review processes. Our portfolio of BABA-compliant Ethernet switches is designed to provide network operators and system integrators with dependable, high-performance connectivity solutions that support federally funded infrastructure investments.
Organizations seeking Federal funding compliant network equipment can rely on EtherWAN for proven networking technologies built for demanding applications.
What EtherWAN products deliver
Whether supporting broadband connectivity, utility automation, transportation communications, or industrial networking applications, EtherWAN products deliver:
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Built for Harsh Environments
EtherWAN’s industrial Ethernet switches made in USA are built to perform in harsh environments where reliability is critical. Designed for broadband, transportation, energy, and industrial applications, our switches help customers deploy resilient communications infrastructure while supporting domestic sourcing initiatives.
North-American-Based Manufacturing and Product Development
Our commitment to U.S.-based manufacturing and product development helps customers source American-manufactured networking hardware with confidence.
From Managed Switching to Ruggedized Platforms
From managed switches and fiber aggregation platforms to ruggedized industrial networking products, EtherWAN delivers solutions engineered for today’s most demanding infrastructure projects.
American-Made Industrial Ethernet Switches
Hardware summary
Application environments
- Broadband
- Transportation
- Energy
- Industrial
Explore EtherWAN’s BABA-Compliant Networking Portfolio
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Access & distribution
BABA-Compliant Ethernet Switches
Managed switching for federally funded broadband, utility, and transportation networks.
- Switching
- Hardened
Broadband programs
BEAD-Compliant Ethernet Switches
Switching platforms selected for BEAD-funded rural, FTTH, and middle-mile build-outs.
- Switching
- Fiber
Domestic sourcing
American-Made Ethernet switches
U.S.-built switching backed by American-Manufactured Networking Hardware.
- Switching
- Hardened
Harsh environment
Industrial Ethernet Switches Made in USA
Fanless, wide-temperature, DIN-rail platforms for cabinets and substations.
- Hardened
- Switching
Routing
Managed Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switches
Ring redundancy, VLAN segmentation, and lite Layer 3 routing in one family.
- Switching
Aggregation
Fiber Aggregation and Distribution Switches
Gigabit and 10 gigabit SFP/SFP+ aggregation for middle-mile and backbone tiers.
- Fiber
- Switching
Rugged + power
Hardened Industrial Networking Equipment
PoE and PoE++ switching, media converters, and unmanaged hardened switches.
- Hardened
- PoE
Cybersecurity
Secure Critical Infrastructure Networking Solutions
IEC 61850-3 / IEEE 1613 and IEC 62443-4-2 aligned platforms for essential services.
- Secure
- Hardened
Fiber transport
High-Performance Fiber Connectivity Platforms
Fiber network switching solutions and media conversion for long-haul spans.
- Fiber
- Secure
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BABA and BEAD Compliance Questions, Answered
What is the Build America Buy America (BABA) Act?
The Build America Buy America (BABA) Act, enacted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, applies domestic content procurement preferences to infrastructure projects that receive federal financial assistance. It covers iron and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials. For networking deployments, BABA-compliant networking equipment is evaluated under the manufactured products category.
What domestic content threshold applies to networking equipment?
For manufactured products, the standard is that the product is manufactured in the United States and that the cost of its U.S.-origin components is greater than 55% of the total cost of all components. Iron and steel products carry a separate, stricter requirement. Confirm the exact standard applied to your award with your federal awarding agency, since agencies issue their own guidance and waivers.
Does BABA apply to BEAD-funded broadband projects?
Yes. The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program is federal financial assistance for infrastructure, so BABA domestic content requirements apply to BEAD subgrantees unless a waiver is in effect. EtherWAN provides BEAD-compliant networking equipment and network equipment for federally funded broadband projects to support those deployments.
Which EtherWAN products support BABA-compliant deployments?
EtherWAN’s portfolio includes BABA-compliant Ethernet switches, BEAD-compliant Ethernet switches, American-made Ethernet switches, industrial Ethernet switches made in USA, managed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches, fiber aggregation and distribution switches, and BABA-compliant fiber switches. Contact our team for the current model list and documentation applicable to your project.
What documentation do I need for a compliance review?
Reviewers typically ask for a manufacturer statement identifying the place of manufacture and the domestic component cost percentage for each product, tied to specific part numbers and purchase orders. EtherWAN supports customers seeking Federal funding compliant network equipment by supplying documentation for the products quoted on a given project. Request it before you submit, not after.
Can BABA-compliant switches still meet industrial environmental standards?
Yes. EtherWAN builds hardened industrial networking equipment for roadside cabinets, substations, and outdoor plant — fanless designs, wide operating temperature ranges, redundant power inputs, and platforms aligned to standards such as IEC 61850-3, IEEE 1613, and NEMA TS-2. Domestic sourcing and industrial-grade durability are not a trade-off.
Build stronger networks. Support American manufacturing. Simplify compliance.
EtherWAN’s portfolio of networking solutions is designed for the future of U.S. infrastructure. Tell us about your project and we will send the documentation your compliance review needs.
What to send us, and what comes back
You send the part numbers
The models you are quoting, with the purchase order or project they belong to.
We send the manufacturer statement
Place of manufacture and domestic component cost percentage, for each product you quoted.
Your agency makes the determination
Documentation varies by model and order. Compliance is determined by the federal awarding agency, not by EtherWAN.
