Mary Rose Roberts
Mary Rose Roberts is the associate editor of Urgent Communications, formerly Mobile Radio Technology magazine. She can be reached at maryrose.roberts@penton.com
(Las Vegas, Nevada, March 18, 2009) – EADS Secure Networks North America, a division of PlantCML®, today announced successful interoperability testing between its CORP25 solution and Kenwood’s P25, VHF and UHF radios for public safety. This achievement, resulting from a strategic alliance formed in March 2007, demonstrates both companies’ commitment to delivering rigorously-tested, next-generation technologies for police, fire, EMS and emergency management communications.
As evidenced in both EADS’ Frisco, Texas, and Kenwood USA’s Atlanta, Georgia, laboratories, P25 agency users will now be able to utilize a variety of digital and conventional networks for tactical, interoperable communications across multiple agencies, regions or organizations. Through the companies’ alliance, Kenwood USA will provide mobile and portable subscriber units to EADS Secure Networks North America as a component of the division’s turn-key public safety P25 systems solution, and in turn, EADS’ IP-based infrastructure will become part of the Kenwood USA’s Communications Sector’s P25 turn-key systems solution.
“This accomplishment marks a significant milestone for both companies, proving the viability of digital radio communications in the public safety market,” said Steve Shanck, Executive Vice President-General Manager, EADS Secure Networks North America. “P25 agency users will now have the option to choose a scalable, P25-compliant trunked or conventional solution designed for their specific needs now and into the future.”
Interoperable communication between these state-of-the-art Kenwood USA radios and other models/brands is made possible using EADS Secure Networks North America’s CORP25 solution. CORP25, a comprehensive, mission-critical radio architecture, leverages the power of IP and the P25 standard to provide an open and easily integrated platform between systems. It supports P25 and non-P25 radio communications, serving as the gateway for non-proprietary, future-proof interoperability between local, countywide, statewide and federal radio networks.
“The alliance between Kenwood USA and EADS Secure Networks North America channels the strengths of both companies toward addressing the evolving needs of public safety and community service,” said Mark Jasin, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Kenwood USA. “The successful interoperability demonstrated in the lab environment and in live customer networks like Cumberland County, Tennessee, validates the strength of this partnership.”
About Kenwood U.S.A Corporation Communications Sector (www.kenwoodusa.com)
Kenwood USA Corporation Communications Sector is a worldwide provider of mobile and portable radios and custom systems to public safety, government and commercial users as well as amateur radio equipment. Founded in the United States in 1961, Kenwood USA is the largest sales subsidiary of Kenwood Corporation of Japan (founded 1946), which has 11 domestic and 22 subsidiaries around the world, serving the needs of communications, home electronics and car entertainment customers. For detailed information, call Kenwood USA at 1-800-950-5005 or visit the website.
About EADS Secure Networks North America, a division of PlantCML (www.eads-ps.com)
EADS Secure Networks North America, a division of industry leader PlantCML, provides interoperable, professional mobile radio communications solutions to the mission-critical environment. This Project 25 (P25)-based offering, made possible through the 2008 acquisition of PlantCML by EADS North America, provides increased capabilities and growth to the company’s portfolio and position in public safety and homeland defense. Today, PlantCML is pioneering the next generation of E9-1-1 and secure network communications through Voice over IP-enabled applications, interoperable P25 radio systems and advanced emergency notification technologies. PlantCML’s solutions are resident in 14 of the top 20 most populous U.S. cities and largest first responder operations. Internationally, more than 180 public networks in 65 countries utilize the organization’s digital radio systems for fully interoperable communications between agencies, across regions and throughout nations.
About EADS North America (www.eadsnorthamerica.com)
EADS North America is the North American operations of EADS, the second largest aerospace and defense company in the world. As a leader in all sectors of defense and homeland security, EADS North America and its parent company, EADS, contribute over $10 billion to the U.S. economy annually and support more than 190,000 American jobs through its network of suppliers and services. Operating in 17 states, EADS North America offers a broad array of advanced solutions to its customers in the commercial, homeland security, aerospace and defense markets.
Winston-Salem, NC and Alexandria, VA – March 18, 2009 – InterAct Public Safety, a leading provider of comprehensive public safety and homeland security solutions for local, state and federal government agencies, announces that it has been added to business partner E-9 Corporation’s GSA Schedule, making its full suite of products and services available under GSA Schedule 70 Contract Number GS-35F-0377S. E-9 Corporation is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Alexandria, VA.
Under E-9’s Distributor Agreement, InterAct’s CAD, WebCAD, GIS, Mobile, AVL, NCIC and MIS software as well as its Maintenance, Training and Training Kit Services are all available on the GSA Schedule. Inclusion on the GSA schedule makes it easier for federal, state and local government agencies to take advantage of InterAct’s full range of comprehensive and customizable public safety solutions.
“Being on the GSA schedule provides small and mid-sized companies with a tremendous advantage when it comes to doing business with the government,” said John P. Plott, President and CEO of E-9 Corporation. “Partnering with InterAct has been great for us. Having InterAct’s products on our GSA Schedule will help both of our businesses continue to grow.”
“E-9 and InterAct’s strong partnership continues to evolve and adapt to meet the needs of our clients in both the private and public sectors,” said Ted Collins, President and CEO of InterAct Public Safety. “E-9 does great work for its clients, and we look forward to working with them on new GSA Schedule projects.”
About E-9 Corporation
E-9 Corporation is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 2002. Currently, 82% of their workforce is comprised of veterans from all branches of the military and approximately one third of their workforce is service-disabled veterans. E-9 Corporation brings together leading edge skills and resources to create innovations that enable clients to increase productivity through efficient use of information technology. E-9 Corporation furnishes their clients with customized programs based on their unique needs and provides them high quality, cost-effective, and innovative solutions. E-9 Corporation values honesty, integrity, and teamwork and they are committed to providing solutions that exceed customer’s requirements, every time. For more information, please visit www.e-9corporation.com.
About InterAct Public Safety
InterAct Public Safety makes Connections for Life™ providing both stand-alone and fully integrated mission-critical public safety and homeland security systems and products. As the pioneers of the first three-screen E911 system 20 years ago, InterAct’s passion for innovation is leading the way to Next Generation telephony, dispatch, records management, and mobile data systems. Founded in 1975, InterAct Public Safety continues to extend the definition of public safety with unique applications like intelligent digital video surveillance, alert notification and crisis management systems. InterAct makes it possible for first responders from private, state, local and national agencies to decrease response times and increase their effectiveness in the communities they serve. InterAct is an ISO 9001:2000 certified company. For more information, please visit www.interact911.com
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IWCE Conference, Las Vegas, NV, March 18, 2009 – Radio IP Software, Inc., leader in mission-critical mobile data connectivity solutions today announced the release of Version 2.5 of Radio IP MTG™, its flagship Mobile VPN software solution. The software is ideally suited for organizations whose mobile workforces depend on mission critical data, such as in the public safety and utility sectors.
Radio IP MTG v 2.5 assists IT managers to assure the integrity of the data being transmitted, to protect the mobile users and to secure the back-office LAN. Utilizing a FIPS 140-2 validated encryption module, Radio IP MTG provides AES (up to 256-bit) encryption which meets and exceeds FBI/CJIS mandates.
Advanced authentication is offered on top of standard username-password authentication. Digital certificates are used to validate the authenticity of the devices being used to access the network. Optionally, Radio IP MTG can also be configured to use smart-cards, electronic token devices or biometrics to validate user identity. Another optional security feature available to Radio IP MTG v 2.5 users is Access Defender™, a security gate that eliminates the vulnerability associated with using public IP networks and protects against LAN attacks such as “buffer overrun” or “denial of access”.
Radio IP MTG v 2.5 provides the broadest network accessibility and overall best network throughput available today in the Mobile VPN segment. The software operates on and optimizes public wireless networks (cellular, WiFi, WiMAX), PMR networks that are both IP or non-IP based and satellite networks.
Serving approximately 375,000 citizens of northeast metropolitan Denver, Adcom 911 (Adams County Communications Center) supplies 911 and emergency radio communication services to fifteen police and fire emergency service agencies across Adams County, Colorado. The mobile officers belonging to these agencies utilize Radio IP MTG to securely roam across their GE MDS (PMR IP) and HSDPA (cellular) wireless networks and transmit data with absolutely no compromise on network performance.
Commenting on the selection of Radio IP MTG™, Scott Newman, IT Director at Adcom 911, said “We were looking for an affordable solution that meets the FIPS/CJIS security policy 4.5. Should the Mobile VPN ever be down, the whole system is down due to the encryption requirements we are mandated to follow. Thankfully, Radio IP Software’s customer service and highly qualified technical support is available 24/7, which should be a requirement for anyone dealing with public safety.”
“We are pleased to welcome Adcom 911 as one of our new customers after the extensive due diligence they have undertaken. The work we are doing with Adcom 911 is characteristic of the “mission critical” business that we are in, partnering with industry-leading PMRs and application vendors such as CAD specifically focused on public safety, utilities or transportation and allowing mobile workforces to reach the highest level of performance, security and accessibility,” said Mike Bourre, V.P. Sales at Radio IP Software.
Mike Bourre will be presenting an educational session on behalf of Radio IP Software at the IWCE conference on Mobile VPN topics. More details can be had at the following link:
Radio IP Software’s portfolio of mobile data connectivity software helps to overcome the performance, security and connectivity challenges associated with wireless networks. The result is secure mobile access and faster mission response time. The technology enables mobile users to seamlessly roam in a diverse range of networking environments - professional mobile radio (PMR), cellular data (3G), satellite and mobile broadband - under a single interoperable TCP/IP standard. Ideally suited for organizations whose mobile workforces depend on mission-critical data, Radio IP Software’s customers are primarily in the public safety, utility, mobile government, military, private security and transportation sectors. The company partners with industry leaders in wireless network infrastructure, cellular networks, global satellite networks as well as mobile device vendors, application vendors and solution integrators. For more information, visit the company at www.radio-ip.com or call +1 514-890-6070.
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OXNARD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mar. 18, 2009– CalAmp Corp. (NASDAQ: CAMP), a leading provider of wireless products, services and solutions, today announced the release of its Dataradio Sentry 4G™ Wireless IP Router, a new rugged broadband communications and networking platform designed to support both mobile and fixed devices on a common infrastructure. The Sentry 4G is ideally suited for wide area coverage and bandwidth-intensive applications with data transmission speeds of up to 6 Mbps. Initially released for use in the 900 MHz ISM band, applications include smart grid communications, streaming video, mobile data, high speed SCADA/Telemetry, fleet management, video surveillance and a host of other mission critical applications.
Sentry 4G provides high-speed, long-range broadband wireless connectivity based on industrial grade IEEE 802.16e-2005 (mobile WiMAX) technology and also supports an embedded Wi-Fi module. Ensuring the protection of even the most sensitive data, Sentry 4G combines extensive routing capability with security features such as AES 128-bit encryption, RADIUS authentication and FIPS 140-2 compliance. The Sentry 4G platform includes an easy-to-use configuration interface and a comprehensive SNMP remote management system.
“Sentry 4G introduces our latest technology platform for rugged and secure broadband wireless communications,” said Rick Nozel, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for CalAmp’s wireless networks business. “Combined with our industry leading licensed narrowband and cellular based products, the Sentry 4G gives our customers no reason to look any further when seeking reliable wireless data communications. The Sentry 4G is the first product in its class to deliver on the promise of converged networks.”
CalAmp is exhibiting the Dataradio Sentry 4G Wireless IP Router in booth #1021 at the IWCE 2009 annual convention in Las Vegas, Nevada through March 20, 2009.
About CalAmp Corp.
CalAmp provides wireless communications solutions that enable anytime/anywhere access to critical data and content. The Company serves customers in the public safety, industrial monitoring and controls, mobile resource management, public utilities and direct broadcast satellite markets. The Company’s products are marketed under the CalAmp, Dataradio, SmartLink, Aercept, LandCell and Omega trade names. For additional information, please visit www.calamp.com.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., March 12, 2009 — The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] and the U.S. Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command (SMDC/ARSTRAT) have launched a joint research-and-development effort to coordinate and fuse multiple types of sensor data in a secure environment for Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) and space situational awareness concept exploration.
Boeing and the SMDC/ARSTRAT signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) on Feb. 24, and today the two organizations met to exchange preliminary technical information at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville.
“This agreement effectively allows the SMDC/ARSTRAT’s Data Fusion Distribution Center to exercise and examine Boeing’s multilevel security modeling and simulation capabilities using actual government data,” said Michael Schexnayder, Deputy to the Commander for Research, Development and Acquisition at SMDC/ARSTRAT. “Through this joint effort, our teams will develop a collaborative, net-centric, open-source environment to support the analyses of a multitude of space and IAMD issues.”
The CRADA will benefit from a Memorandum of Agreement between SMDC/ARSTRAT and the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) to provide expertise, tools and information to enhance the final desired outcome of the CRADA: an effective Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) that may be used to validate ballistic missile defense concepts using modeling and simulation.
“Boeing is proud to partner with SMDC/ARSTRAT on research and development that supports a national need for secure, cross-domain data exchange,” said Dave Pope, director of Boeing Command and Control Enterprise Solutions.
A unit of The Boeing Company, Boeing Integrated Defense Systems is one of the world’s largest space and defense businesses specializing in innovative and capabilities-driven customer solutions, and the world’s largest and most versatile manufacturer of military aircraft. Headquartered in St. Louis, Boeing Integrated Defense Systems is a $32 billion business with 70,000 employees worldwide. ###Contact Info:
LAS VEGAS—International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE 2009)–March 16 – 20, 2009–Aeroflex announced support for new NXDN radios being developed for the land mobile radio market. As a member of the NXDN™ Forum, Aeroflex is leading the way with new test features that aid in the research and development of this exciting new radio technology.
“Aeroflex is the leader in Land Mobile Radio test solutions,” said Rob Barden, Director of Product Marketing for Aeroflex. “As part of the NXDN Forum, Aeroflex is committed to providing leading edge test technology to aid in the development of this new technology.”
The 3920 provides an extensive range of test functions for NXDN, including Digital Modulation Analysis, Bit Error Rate testing, power and frequency error measurements.
The 3920 is the worldwide industry standard for testing digital radio technologies. The 3920 supports a wide variety of technologies including Analog, P25, TETRA, DMR and other test capabilities. Designed as a software defined Radio Test solution, the 3920 is field upgradeable to support new radio technologies.
Availability
Delivery for the NXDN Option is expected in May 2009. The Aeroflex 3920 has a delivery time of 8-10 weeks upon receipt of order. For more information, contact your local Aeroflex sales office by visiting www.aeroflex.com or calling Aeroflex Sales at (800) 835-2352.
About Aeroflex
Aeroflex Incorporated is a global provider of high technology solutions to the aerospace, defense, cellular and broadband communications markets. The Company’s diverse technologies allow it to design, develop, manufacture and market a broad range of test, measurement and microelectronic products. Aeroflex Incorporated was founded in 1937 and today has more than 2600 employees worldwide. Additional information concerning Aeroflex Incorporated can be found on the Company’s Web site: www.aeroflex.com.
Victoria, B.C. Canada – March 16, 2009 – Daniels Electronics Ltd., a leading supplier of high reliability LMR radio equipment, and Avtec, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mission-critical dispatch console systems, today jointly announced the development of a P25 standards-compliant Digital Fixed Station Interface (FSI) between their products enabling end-to-end direct P25 digital connection from the Daniels LMR radio to Avtec Scout™ dispatch consoles.
The Daniels digital Universal Interface card (UIC), provides the P25 DFSI connection via Ethernet from the Daniels radio system to other LMR subsystems such as dispatch consoles. The Ethernet Universal interface provides the P25 encoded (and optionally encrypted) digital audio signal directly to the console as well as a comprehensive suite of control signals. This allows the dispatch console to see and manage all information associated with a call in an IP format, including Unit and Emergency IDs.
“We are very pleased to be able to offer a P25 digitally compliant interface to communicate with the Avtec consoles. Avtec and Daniels are delivering on the promise of new P25 standards beyond the common air interface (P25 CAI), benefiting public safety agencies through choice of vendor and improved communications to address their interoperability requirements”, says Robert Small, President and Chief Operating Officer of Daniels Electronics.
Avtec’s Scout™, along with it’s VPGate™ software gateway provides a public safety grade console system with a pure-VoIP architecture, capable of connecting multiple communications technologies. Beyond P25 radios, VPGate controls conventional and trunked radios, SIP phone systems (like Cisco CallManager™), I/O devices and IP cameras. These capabilities provide agencies as well as commercial customers an economical and leading-edge dispatching platform.
“The Land Mobile Radio market is going through many changes. One of the changes is the push to open protocols to eliminate vendor lock-in. Avtec is committed to supporting open standards and we are pleased that Daniels shares this commitment, since it allows our common mission critical customers to enjoy the benefits of end-to-end secure digital audio and enhanced control signalling”, said Michael Branning, President of Avtec.
About Daniels Electronics Ltd.
Daniels Electronics Ltd. is a North American leader in the design and manufacture of customized radio communications systems for specialized applications. For the past 50 years Daniels has provided our customers in North America and internationally with highly reliable base stations, repeaters and paging equipment that is environmentally robust and operates in rugged and extreme temperature conditions where low current consumption is a key requirement. For more information about Daniels Electronics, visit www.danelec.com.
About Avtec, Inc.
Avtec, Inc. is the leading provider of mission-critical dispatch console systems in North America. It’s suite of innovative VoIP and TDM console systems support multiple radio and telephony technologies. These products are backed up with the best service in the industry. With a worldwide customer base, Avtec serves customers in the defense/homeland security, public safety, railroad, airline, utility, and government industries. www.avtecinc.com
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