MCLEAN & SAN DIEGO, USA: Iridium Communications Inc. and Quake Global Inc. are expanding on their value-added manufacturing agreement.
As part of the new arrangement, QUAKE will integrate Iridium's short-burst data (SBD) service into its new line of next-generation intelligent industrial satellite transceivers. Quake transceivers are used around the world for two-way, satellite data communications services required for global remote tracking and control monitoring.
"We are committed to this further integration of the Iridium SBD service into our next-generation Q4000 and Q-Pro tracking devices," said Sergio Ramos, CTO of Quake Global. "Iridium offers uniform worldwide coverage, low-latency and two-way data links with high network reliability – perfect for our customers requiring near real-time data for mission-critical applications."
"This enhanced relationship with Quake, one of the premier manufacturers of satellite and wireless tracking products, enhances our ability to further serve the Machine-to-Machine (M2M) sector, our fastest growing market," said Greg Ewert, executive vice president of global distribution channels, Iridium. "We are proud to deliver global communications to meet the needs of QUAKE customers."
QUAKE's customer base includes companies such as Marine Instruments, PeopleNet, Faria Watchdog Inc., Fleet Management Solutions Inc. and many others.
Though only the size of a deck of cards, the Q4000 modem combines dual-mode operability over the Iridium satellite network and GSM terrestrial networks in an industrial-grade, all-in-one remote asset tracking solution.
"The Q4000 modem is designed to meet stringent automotive power conditioning protocols and power management requirements for low-voltage applications. It also incorporates an application programming interface (API) that allows developers to utilize its functions to create customized onboard applications," Ramos said.
"Utilizing QUAKE's patented technology, system integrators can develop applications using a single communications protocol across multiple networks along with GPS. This functionality not only significantly reduces development time and costs, but also provides end users with unparalleled flexibility to choose the most economically appropriate network to meet their varied network needs and usage patterns."
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
MPi range of DC power systems optimises energy savings, cuts costs
NANTERRE, FRANCE: Harmer & Simmons, the telecom power division of AEG Power Solutions (Amsterdam:GAL1S), today announced the first two models in a new generation of DC power systems that enables telecom network operators to reduce energy consumption.
Engineered and built with Harmer & Simmons unique ecopx ® architecture, the MPi80HD (8kW) and MPi160HD (16 kW) models are designed to reduce electricity consumption, the highest single contributor to mobile telecom operating costs.
Reduced TCO
The new MPi models increase power supply efficiency to an impressive 93%, thanks to advanced energy-saving and power management features. “It’s certainly one of the most reliable and cost effective solutions available in terms of both capital and operating costs,” said Harmer & Simmons Technical Marketing Director Leonard Walker.
“With world-class power density, excellent reliability, near-flat efficiency curve and a sleep mode for power management during periods of low traffic, our new range demonstrates that a green purchase can in fact lead to a significant reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO).”
Lower carbon emissions
Specifically designed to help reduce electricity consumption and the resulting carbon emissions, Harmer & Simmons’ ecopx ® solutions approach helps communications service providers and OEMs address sustainability issues. Engineered to minimize heat generation while operating in high temperature environments, the MPi range requires minimal cooling for each base station, further reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Tailored solutions with shorter lead times
Thanks to modular design, MPi systems enhance customers’ ability to find solutions tailored to their specific requirements. Modular design also reduces lead times by as much as one-half, while simplifying and accelerating maintenance and parts replacement.
The initial MPi range 8kW and 16kW solutions will be followed by 40-to-80kW and 120-to-240kW models by mid-2010. An advanced controller compatible with renewable energy sources such as solar and wind for hybrid power solutions will also be available by mid-year.
Engineered and built with Harmer & Simmons unique ecopx ® architecture, the MPi80HD (8kW) and MPi160HD (16 kW) models are designed to reduce electricity consumption, the highest single contributor to mobile telecom operating costs.
Reduced TCO
The new MPi models increase power supply efficiency to an impressive 93%, thanks to advanced energy-saving and power management features. “It’s certainly one of the most reliable and cost effective solutions available in terms of both capital and operating costs,” said Harmer & Simmons Technical Marketing Director Leonard Walker.
“With world-class power density, excellent reliability, near-flat efficiency curve and a sleep mode for power management during periods of low traffic, our new range demonstrates that a green purchase can in fact lead to a significant reduction in total cost of ownership (TCO).”
Lower carbon emissions
Specifically designed to help reduce electricity consumption and the resulting carbon emissions, Harmer & Simmons’ ecopx ® solutions approach helps communications service providers and OEMs address sustainability issues. Engineered to minimize heat generation while operating in high temperature environments, the MPi range requires minimal cooling for each base station, further reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Tailored solutions with shorter lead times
Thanks to modular design, MPi systems enhance customers’ ability to find solutions tailored to their specific requirements. Modular design also reduces lead times by as much as one-half, while simplifying and accelerating maintenance and parts replacement.
The initial MPi range 8kW and 16kW solutions will be followed by 40-to-80kW and 120-to-240kW models by mid-2010. An advanced controller compatible with renewable energy sources such as solar and wind for hybrid power solutions will also be available by mid-year.
Monday, April 19, 2010
A. Raja, Dr. Farooq Abdullah to address on renewable energy options for telecom sector
NEW DELHI, INDIA: The CMAI Association of India is organizing a round table for the first time in India being address by Minister of Communications & IT and Minister of New and Renewable Energy.
With an increase in telecom subscriber penetration, which now stands at over 600 million and slated to cross 800 million in the next two years, the market for telecom towers is likely to witness 17 percent pa growth between 2008-2015 with the estimated requirement of 554,000 towers by 2015.
Currently, about 2.5 billion liters of diesel is consumed by these tower each year. CMAI feels the situation is grave and will further worsen and there is an urgent need to control the diesel bill and seek renewable energy sources to at least partly replace this huge and ever growing consumption. Hence, for the first time a Telecom Association is addressing this issue.
With fossil fuel depleting fast, the renewable energy is the only alternative for mankind. The world is discussing it. Without adequate power sources in place, telecommunications cannot justify the infrastructural supports, as both are interlinked.
Development of a nation depends on telecommunication infrastructure and information catered to the people. For all that the prime necessity is adequate power supplies.
The National Round Table aims to attempt answers of these challenges. The Chief Guest in the Round Table Conference will be Hon’ble Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy, Dr Farooq Abdullah, and Hon’ble Union Minister for Communications and IT, Thiru A Raja, who will address the conference. There are a number of expert speakers on these issues, who will interact and deliberate on the challenges.
With an increase in telecom subscriber penetration, which now stands at over 600 million and slated to cross 800 million in the next two years, the market for telecom towers is likely to witness 17 percent pa growth between 2008-2015 with the estimated requirement of 554,000 towers by 2015.
Currently, about 2.5 billion liters of diesel is consumed by these tower each year. CMAI feels the situation is grave and will further worsen and there is an urgent need to control the diesel bill and seek renewable energy sources to at least partly replace this huge and ever growing consumption. Hence, for the first time a Telecom Association is addressing this issue.
With fossil fuel depleting fast, the renewable energy is the only alternative for mankind. The world is discussing it. Without adequate power sources in place, telecommunications cannot justify the infrastructural supports, as both are interlinked.
Development of a nation depends on telecommunication infrastructure and information catered to the people. For all that the prime necessity is adequate power supplies.
The National Round Table aims to attempt answers of these challenges. The Chief Guest in the Round Table Conference will be Hon’ble Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy, Dr Farooq Abdullah, and Hon’ble Union Minister for Communications and IT, Thiru A Raja, who will address the conference. There are a number of expert speakers on these issues, who will interact and deliberate on the challenges.
IMImobile launches data services for Ncell in Nepal
INDIA: IMImobile, the global technology partner in revenue generation for operators, media providers and enterprises today announces the launch of a wide range of data services for over 2.2 million subscribers of Spice Nepal (brand Ncell) in Nepal.
The launch provides subscribers ready access to a rich catalogue of content including wallpapers, ringtones, animations, themes and games as well as a host of information and utility services – all discoverable and delivered over multiple channels including SMS, Web and WAP.
The portals also act as a one-stop launch pad for users to access popular social networking and web mail services such as Facebook and Gmail. These services have been brought to market for the very first time for Nepal’s subscribers.
Spice Nepal is the first private mobile operator in Nepal and launched its services under the Mero Mobile brand in 2005. The company recently rebranded itself and currently provides its services under the new and vibrant Ncell brand. TeliaSonera, a leading European provider of telecommunication services in over 20 markets, owns a controlling stake in Spice Nepal.
Pasi Koistinen, CEO of Ncell commented: “We are pleased to partner with IMImobile in launching a range of new mobile data services for our subscribers. Our new brand Ncell reflects our corporate values of being a pioneer in the market and an agile provider of communication services designed to meet and exceed consumers’ needs. We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship with IMImobile and their contribution in strengthening the proposition of our new brand.”
Vishwanath Alluri, chairman, CEO and founder of IMImobile, said: “We are very pleased to have been selected by Ncell for the launch of value-added data services for their subscribers. This win and the subsequent launch are testimony to our positioning in the marketplace as an eminent and trusted partner to Operators in revenue generation. The services are powered by our carrier-class DaVinci Service Platform hosted and fully managed in the cloud epitomizing the platform-as-a-service model.
“IMImobile’s managed services model incorporates content syndication, service creation and delivery, ongoing 24/7 technical support and a business model that minimizes both upfront capital investment and ongoing operational expenses.”
He added, “Our vision as a company is to become the data services backbone for telecom operators globally providing platforms and managed services on a turnkey basis, thereby liberating carriers from technology complexities and enabling them to focus on the core activities of customer acquisition and retention.”
The launch provides subscribers ready access to a rich catalogue of content including wallpapers, ringtones, animations, themes and games as well as a host of information and utility services – all discoverable and delivered over multiple channels including SMS, Web and WAP.
The portals also act as a one-stop launch pad for users to access popular social networking and web mail services such as Facebook and Gmail. These services have been brought to market for the very first time for Nepal’s subscribers.
Spice Nepal is the first private mobile operator in Nepal and launched its services under the Mero Mobile brand in 2005. The company recently rebranded itself and currently provides its services under the new and vibrant Ncell brand. TeliaSonera, a leading European provider of telecommunication services in over 20 markets, owns a controlling stake in Spice Nepal.
Pasi Koistinen, CEO of Ncell commented: “We are pleased to partner with IMImobile in launching a range of new mobile data services for our subscribers. Our new brand Ncell reflects our corporate values of being a pioneer in the market and an agile provider of communication services designed to meet and exceed consumers’ needs. We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship with IMImobile and their contribution in strengthening the proposition of our new brand.”
Vishwanath Alluri, chairman, CEO and founder of IMImobile, said: “We are very pleased to have been selected by Ncell for the launch of value-added data services for their subscribers. This win and the subsequent launch are testimony to our positioning in the marketplace as an eminent and trusted partner to Operators in revenue generation. The services are powered by our carrier-class DaVinci Service Platform hosted and fully managed in the cloud epitomizing the platform-as-a-service model.
“IMImobile’s managed services model incorporates content syndication, service creation and delivery, ongoing 24/7 technical support and a business model that minimizes both upfront capital investment and ongoing operational expenses.”
He added, “Our vision as a company is to become the data services backbone for telecom operators globally providing platforms and managed services on a turnkey basis, thereby liberating carriers from technology complexities and enabling them to focus on the core activities of customer acquisition and retention.”
Saturday, April 17, 2010
General Telecom announces RouteNGN’s expanded LCR capabilities
NEW YORK, USA: General Telecom, a major provider of switching and network management service on or off the cloud, today announced the new and expanded least cost routing (LCR) capabilities of the General Telecom RouteNGN route engine for VoIP/TDM traffic over next-generation networks.
Combining a modular approach with open source development, the RouteNGN tool is designed to help carriers and service providers bring VoIP offerings quickly to market, while minimizing CAPEX and OPEX. The General Telecom RouteNGN routing solution can operate in the cloud, as a secure Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution, onsite, or as a hybrid solution.
“In today’s marketplace, the amount of time it takes to become operational and deploy services directly impacts the profitability of service providers,” said Randy Weinberger, GM of General Telecom. “With General Telecom’s RouteNGN powerful cloud-based routing application, providers can deploy within weeks, instead of months, without incurring CAPEX — a truly competitive time-to-market advantage.”
“Incorporating the General Telecom RouteNGN least cost routing technology has been instrumental in helping us lower the cost of IP and TDM voice termination services to our customers, through better routing accuracy and efficiency,” said Zachary Horn, president, Metro Communications.
“All of our services are custom tailored to meet the unique needs of each customer; the RouteNGN technology helps us change routing decisions quickly which translates to greater profitability and better customer service.”
Combining a modular approach with open source development, the RouteNGN tool is designed to help carriers and service providers bring VoIP offerings quickly to market, while minimizing CAPEX and OPEX. The General Telecom RouteNGN routing solution can operate in the cloud, as a secure Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution, onsite, or as a hybrid solution.
“In today’s marketplace, the amount of time it takes to become operational and deploy services directly impacts the profitability of service providers,” said Randy Weinberger, GM of General Telecom. “With General Telecom’s RouteNGN powerful cloud-based routing application, providers can deploy within weeks, instead of months, without incurring CAPEX — a truly competitive time-to-market advantage.”
“Incorporating the General Telecom RouteNGN least cost routing technology has been instrumental in helping us lower the cost of IP and TDM voice termination services to our customers, through better routing accuracy and efficiency,” said Zachary Horn, president, Metro Communications.
“All of our services are custom tailored to meet the unique needs of each customer; the RouteNGN technology helps us change routing decisions quickly which translates to greater profitability and better customer service.”
Friday, April 16, 2010
China becomes focal point for CDMA2000 as global demand for mobile broadband increases
BEIJING, USA: The CDMA Development Group (CDG) has highlighted the growing importance of China Telecom to the 3G CDMA industry, citing its rapid EV-DO Revision A (Rev. A) network deployment, vast device selection, extensive list of services and remarkable subscriber growth.
"With the issuance of 3G CDMA licenses and China Telecom assuming ownership of the existing CDMA2000® network, mobile broadband has taken flight in China," said Perry LaForge, executive director of the CDG. "By embracing the technology and rapidly deploying 3G services across its nationwide CDMA2000 1X and EV-DO Rev. A networks, China Telecom has lead the way for 3G in China and assumed a position of global leadership within the telecommunications industry."
In 2009, China Telecom doubled its subscriber base from 28 million to 56 million, and is now adding 100 thousand subscribers per day, or more than 3 million subscribers per month. The operator also completed the largest and fastest network deployment ever, bringing its e-surfing EV-DO Rev.
A mobile broadband service to 284 cities in just nine months. The rapid network expansion, now covering over 500 cities, has been complemented by an unparalleled selection of over 600 CDMA2000 handsets and a wide range of data devices. China Telecom has 5.14 million 3G mobile broadband subscribers and intends to surpass 100 million total wireless customers by the end of 2010, which will make it the largest CDMA2000 operator in the world.
According to the China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC), China's Internet user base grew by 84 million in 2009 alone, while the mobile Internet user base nearly doubled for the second straight year. As a result, almost 61 percent of all Internet users in China are doing so on mobile devices, yet the country currently only has 16 million 3G subscribers.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) for China points out that this is about to change rapidly, predicting that the number of 3G subscribers in China will grow to 500 million over the next three years. Of those, the MIIT predicts that over 40 percent will be EV-DO subscribers, creating economies of scale for 3G CDMA that will drive the industry for years to come.
This growth will be fueled by China Telecom investing US$11.7 billion to expand and optimize its CDMA2000 network through 2011, and by continuing to expand its sale channels and offer a broader range of devices and services to its subscribers. The operator established a CDMA2000 Handset Alliance with over 100 companies, currently sources devices from over 80 manufacturers and complements this device selection with a robust application store and an "Open Abilities" development program.
The effect of this growth on the global CDMA2000 ecosystem will be dramatic. The device selection China Telecom is creating will expand to emerging markets, such as Africa and Southeast Asia, reducing handset costs and enabling mobile Internet penetration. China Telecom's commitment to the CDMA2000 long-term technology roadmap will also drive network evolutions such as 1X Advanced and EV-DO Revision B (Rev. B) for increased network capacity and performance.
"With the issuance of 3G CDMA licenses and China Telecom assuming ownership of the existing CDMA2000® network, mobile broadband has taken flight in China," said Perry LaForge, executive director of the CDG. "By embracing the technology and rapidly deploying 3G services across its nationwide CDMA2000 1X and EV-DO Rev. A networks, China Telecom has lead the way for 3G in China and assumed a position of global leadership within the telecommunications industry."
In 2009, China Telecom doubled its subscriber base from 28 million to 56 million, and is now adding 100 thousand subscribers per day, or more than 3 million subscribers per month. The operator also completed the largest and fastest network deployment ever, bringing its e-surfing EV-DO Rev.
A mobile broadband service to 284 cities in just nine months. The rapid network expansion, now covering over 500 cities, has been complemented by an unparalleled selection of over 600 CDMA2000 handsets and a wide range of data devices. China Telecom has 5.14 million 3G mobile broadband subscribers and intends to surpass 100 million total wireless customers by the end of 2010, which will make it the largest CDMA2000 operator in the world.
According to the China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC), China's Internet user base grew by 84 million in 2009 alone, while the mobile Internet user base nearly doubled for the second straight year. As a result, almost 61 percent of all Internet users in China are doing so on mobile devices, yet the country currently only has 16 million 3G subscribers.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) for China points out that this is about to change rapidly, predicting that the number of 3G subscribers in China will grow to 500 million over the next three years. Of those, the MIIT predicts that over 40 percent will be EV-DO subscribers, creating economies of scale for 3G CDMA that will drive the industry for years to come.
This growth will be fueled by China Telecom investing US$11.7 billion to expand and optimize its CDMA2000 network through 2011, and by continuing to expand its sale channels and offer a broader range of devices and services to its subscribers. The operator established a CDMA2000 Handset Alliance with over 100 companies, currently sources devices from over 80 manufacturers and complements this device selection with a robust application store and an "Open Abilities" development program.
The effect of this growth on the global CDMA2000 ecosystem will be dramatic. The device selection China Telecom is creating will expand to emerging markets, such as Africa and Southeast Asia, reducing handset costs and enabling mobile Internet penetration. China Telecom's commitment to the CDMA2000 long-term technology roadmap will also drive network evolutions such as 1X Advanced and EV-DO Revision B (Rev. B) for increased network capacity and performance.
GigaBeam publishes new specs for Gi-CORE
DURHAM, USA: GigaBeam, a global leader in gigabit wireless solutions in the 70/80 GHz spectrum, has released a new version of its flagship product, the Gi-CORE. New specs reflecting material improvements to Gi-CORE are available on GigaBeam's Web site.
Since being first to market in 2005, Gi-CORE has consistently outperformed competitors and continues to deliver competitive advantages over all available products.
Distinguishing features of Gi-CORE include: being the only true Layer 1 product on the market with the best link budget available in the 70/80 GHz application, Automatic Transmit Power Control with the widest dynamic range of 0 – 45 dB and fasted slew rate, the lowest latency available at < 4.5us per radio, the most robust modulation scheme, advanced Forward Error Correction.
Gi-CORE also has the ability to transport unlimited packet sizes on both IPv4 and IPv6, as well as redundant and independent power supplies.
"We work hard to keep improving our products," said S. Jay Lawrence, CEO, GigaBeam. "Our distinguishing features prove that we can outperform any competitor. Combining our history, satisfied customers, and the fact that our links have been deployed in the field longer than anybody else, makes GigaBeam the most proficient millimeter wave company in the industry. We've listened to our customers and these improvements to our flagship product reflect their needs."
Since being first to market in 2005, Gi-CORE has consistently outperformed competitors and continues to deliver competitive advantages over all available products.
Distinguishing features of Gi-CORE include: being the only true Layer 1 product on the market with the best link budget available in the 70/80 GHz application, Automatic Transmit Power Control with the widest dynamic range of 0 – 45 dB and fasted slew rate, the lowest latency available at < 4.5us per radio, the most robust modulation scheme, advanced Forward Error Correction.
Gi-CORE also has the ability to transport unlimited packet sizes on both IPv4 and IPv6, as well as redundant and independent power supplies.
"We work hard to keep improving our products," said S. Jay Lawrence, CEO, GigaBeam. "Our distinguishing features prove that we can outperform any competitor. Combining our history, satisfied customers, and the fact that our links have been deployed in the field longer than anybody else, makes GigaBeam the most proficient millimeter wave company in the industry. We've listened to our customers and these improvements to our flagship product reflect their needs."
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