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FREEWAVE TO SHOWCASE LATEST WIRELESS DATA RADIO OFFERINGS AND SHARE WAYS TO OVERCOME PIPELINE INTEGRITY CHALLENGES AT NACE CORROSION 2012

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:16:27 +0000

Industry expert Craig Held to speak on Exploring New Options for Cathodic Protection Remote MonitoringÂ

SALT LAKE CITY, UT, NACE CORROSION 2012 (Booth #2300), March 12, 2012 -- FreeWave Technologies, (http://www.freewave.com), manufacturer of the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission, will showcase its latest technologies for cathodic protection at the NACE Corrosion 2012 Conference and Exposition (http://events.nace.org/conferences/c2012/index_overview.asp). Besides demonstrating its latest products for cathodic protection applications in oil and gas, water/wastewater industries, among other marketplaces, industry expert, Craig Held, will be speaking on new options for cathodic protection remote monitoring. â��Protection of our pipeline and waterway infrastructure is vital to the overall safety, day-to-day commerce and operation of our country,â�� explained Craig Held, general manager, international at FreeWave Technologies. â��Mitigating problems before they happen can avert disasters from occurring and ensure safety and protection of our critical infrastructure that we all rely upon each and every day.â�� FreeWave will be showing a number of its latest product offerings, including its popular FGR2 Family of Radios, HTplus, IO-E, Battery Powered Waterproof Unit (BPWU) and the GX-CP, its newest cathodic protection wireless radio at 2.4 GHz frequency.

FGR2 Family of Radios: The FreeWave FGR2 is the next generation of the FGR serial family. The FGR2 is a cost effective solution that allows customers to incorporate wireless communications into a wide variety of applications. Products in the FGR2 family include the FGR2-CE, FGR2-CU, FGR2-IO-IOE, FGR2-CP and FGR2-PE.The FGR2-PE is unique because offers industrial serial and Ethernet wireless connectivity using license-free spread spectrum for data communication over long distances. The future-proof combination of two serial ports and two switched Ethernet ports give customers the ability to transition from serial to Ethernet data communications without having to replace their existing wireless communications infrastructure.
Â HTplus:Â The HTplus is a leap forward for customers who need an industrial grade high-speed Ethernet radio that operates in harsh environments and noisy RF conditions. Designed to have the same high level of quality that FreeWaveâ��s products are known for, the HTplus is a rugged and reliable solution that performs in situations where other products fail.
IO-E: Â The IO Expansion Module offers a scalable solution to meet the demands of customersâ�� automation requirements. The IO Expansion Module may either be stacked on an applicable IO radio or serve as expandable remote IO modules through a serial connection. Regardless of the configuration, up to 16 modules may be stacked on the radio or base module. The IO Expansion Module is Class 1 Division 2 UL approved and adds significant flexibility to an existing Modbus IO network.
BPWU:Â The BPWU offers more than a two-year battery life making it perfect for difficult-to-access locations with pipe-to-soil measurement intervals that are measured in weeks not days. The waterproof and submersible capabilities of the unit enable installation where water is present, further enhancing corrosion monitoring in water/wastewater applications.
GX-CP:Â The GX-CP system offers the potential to monitor rectifier operations, pipe-to-soil potentials, as well as supply supplemental analog inputs to allow for pipeline scrubbing, compressor functionality and other operational parameters. The GX-CP comes in 2.4 GHz frequency.

In addition, Held will be presenting a paper entitled â��Exploring New Options for Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoringâ�� on Monday, March 12 at 2:30 p.m. in the Salt Palace Convention Center, Room 155 F. Â Held will examine key considerations for implementing an automated remote monitoring solution. To help operators make the right cathodic protection choice, he will review the most effective security offerings, discuss seamless integration of multiple pipe-to-soils with IO Expansion technologies and highlight the A/C signal interference detection. About FreeWave Technologies Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies manufactures the most reliable, high performing, lowest power consumption, spread spectrum and licensed radios for mission-critical data transmission. Through engineering excellence and a relentless commitment to best-in-class manufacturing, FreeWave customers enjoy superior radio up-time, range and the lowest cost of ownership available. Based in Boulder, Colorado, FreeWave designs and manufactures radios that are the leading choice for oil and gas, utility, military and numerous other industrial applications. Organizations that count on radio data communications for operational success â�� where failure and down-time are not an option â�� trust FreeWave for custom network design, system engineering and customer support that are unparalleled in the market. For additional information, contact FreeWave directly at 866.399.4930 or at newsinfo@freewave.com. Visit the companyâ��s website at www.freewave.com.

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CRAIG HELD OF FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO PRESENT AT THE MIDDLE EAST CORROSION CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:52:31 +0000

General Manager of International markets to present on the increased efficiency and cost savings offered by battery powered remote monitoring for pipe-to-soil measurementsÂ

WHO:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Craig Held Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â General Manager, International Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â (www.freewave.com)

Craig Held is general manager of FreeWave Technologiesâ�� international operations and also serves as cathodic protection product manager.

Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies is a world leader in the innovative design/manufacture of license-free spread spectrum, licensed band radios and wireless data solutions that are trusted for mission critical applications around the world (www.freewave.com).

WHAT:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â â��Applications and Innovations for Battery Powered RemoteÂ Operatingâ��

Today, when it comes to cathodic protection remote monitoring, automation is making its way as a leading solution.Â A relative new comerÂ to automated remote monitoring is the use of licensed and spread spectrum wireless data radios that collect mission-critical data. Battery-powered remote monitoring is a new solution that is available for pipe-to-soil measurement. Unlike a traditional wireless system, this automated remote monitoring system option can be submersed and installed underground. This allows operators to more effectively protect their assets in extremely difficult environments. Battery-powered remote monitoringÂ eliminates the need for manual measurements and provides real-time data from the field directly to the userâ��s fingertips to the point where itâ��sÂ feasible to eliminate most, if not all, pipe-to-soil manual monitoring.Â

This presentation will discuss remote monitoring options that are available and affordable in a secure proprietary network with no connection fees. In Â addition, it will provide a real-world case study example of how technologies, like this are being deployed at a major international airport to improve its automated monitoring.

WHERE:Â Â Â Â Â Â Middle East Corrosion Conference and Exhibition (MECCE) 2012 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Gulf International Convention Center-Gulf Hotel Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain WHEN:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Applications and Innovations for Battery Powered Remote Operating Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Tuesday, Feb. 14 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 11:50 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. AST CONTACT:Â For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr.Â Held, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 19 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com

FREEWAVE EXPERT, CRAIG HELD, TO DISCUSS REMOTE WIRELESS MONITORING FOR PIPELINE INTEGRITY AND CATHODIC PROTECTION AT NACE CORROSION CONFERENCE 2010

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:33:16 +0000

WHO: Craig Held
Business advisor and acting cathodic protection product manager
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
(www.freewave.com)

Craig Held is a business advisor and acting cathodic protection product manager at FreeWave Technologies. He also heads up the company's international business in China and Latin America.

Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies is a world leader in the innovative design and manufacture of license-free spread spectrum and licensed band radios and wireless data solutions that are trusted for mission critical applications around the world. (www.freewave.com).

WHAT: "Implementing Remote Wireless Monitoring of Pipeline Integrity and Cathodic Protection"

The key building block to cost effective, pipeline integrity, corrosion protection programs is vital, timely monitoring and reporting of cathodic protection data from remote corrosion protection field sites to a centralized data collection system complete with automated regulatory reporting.

This presentation will discuss how to implement new remote wireless cathodic protection monitoring using a variety of hybrid networks, including radios that are relatively low-cost, easy-to-install, have no licensing fees and no monthly, re-occurring fees.

WHERE: NACE International Corrosion 2010 Conference & Expo
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
200 E. Market St.
San Antonio, TX 78205 USA

WHEN: Wednesday, March 17 at 9:20 a.m.
Cathodic Protection Criteria and Application Symposium - STG 05
Room 213 A/B

CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Held, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 14 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com

FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ CRAIG HELD TO DISCUSS CATHODIC PROTECTION AT NACE WESTERN AREA CONFERENCE

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:16:04 +0000

WHO:        Craig Held
Cathodic Protection Product Manager
FreeWave Technologies
(www.freewave.com)

Craig Held is the cathodic protection manager product manager at FreeWave Technologies as well as head of marketing. He also heads up the company's international accounts in China and Latin America.

Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies is a world leader in the innovative design and manufacture of license-free spread spectrum and licensed band radios and wireless data solutions that are trusted for mission critical applications around the world. www.freewave.com.

WHAT:    Implementing Remote Wireless Monitoring of Pipeline Integrity and Cathodic Protection

Today, multi-purpose, built-for-purpose, all-in-one, pipeline integrity automation, wireless, data communication radios are available that monitor and report all cathodic protection rectifier operations, automate rectifier interruption, monitor rectifier operational status, monitor and report pipe-to-soil potential, pipeline pressure and pipeline pigging operations. These new cathodic protection monitoring radios wire directly to field assets and feed critical pipeline information into existing company data systems without going outside the company's firewall security protection. This presentation will discuss how to implement remote wireless new cathodic protection monitoring radios that are relatively low-cost, easy-to-install, have no licensing fees and no monthly, re-occurring fees.

WHERE:    NACE Western Area Conference
Hyatt Grand Champions Resort Villas and Spa
Indian Wells, CA

WHEN:    Wednesday, Nov. 11, 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.


CONTACT:    For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Held, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 14 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com