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FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ DAN STEELE TO PRESENT AT USCID WATER MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE 2012 IN AUSTIN

Industry leader to discuss best practices in designing SCADA networks 

WHO:             Dan Steele

Regional Manager

FreeWave Technologies, Inc.

(www.freewave.com)

Daniel G. Steele is a regional manager at FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Steele has more than 25 years of experience selling SCADA networks for the irrigation, water and wastewater, oil and gas, electric utilities, railroad, traffic and process control instrumentation markets. Some of Steele’s previous experience includes working as a system integrator; as a branch manager for Water Works Equipment; as a regional sales manager for Rockwell Automation; as a regional area manager for Microwave Data Systems; and, as a senior vice president of sales for Bluewave Antenna Systems.

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:          Plenary Session: Point to Multi-Point Radio SCADA Networks

In today’s technological climate, advancements and developments have made multiple network types available, including point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, backhaul, tail-end link or extension, point-to-multipoint with repeaters and hybrid networks that may have several types of communication devices.  In order to determine which option is best, each operator must carefully consider his/her individual system requirements. Some operators understand the details and the planning that needs to be considered, while others might need some help, or at the very least, some guidelines.

This presentation offers basic system design requirements, tips on selecting the right components and some common SCADA terminology with definitions.  The author will focus on practical considerations to help users make the best decision for selecting a network that is the best for their system, while highlighting ideal communication options for a point-to-multipoint SCADA network.

WHERE:       USCID Water Management Conference 2012

                        DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
6505 I-35 North

                        Austin, TX 78752

WHEN:          Plenary Session One – SCADA and Automation
Wed., April 4

8 a.m. to 10 a.m. CST

CONTACT:  For more information on FreeWave Technologies, or to set up an interview with Mr. Steele, please contact:
Christin Jeffers

Catapult PR-IR

(303) 581-7760, ext. 19

cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com

FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ DAN STEELE TO PRESENT AT FALL USCID EVENT

Steele to discuss Southern Utah SCADA network project and dispelling myths about 900MHz spread spectrum technology used in water/wastewater industry

WHO: Dan Steele

Business Development Executive

FreeWave Technologies, Inc.

(www.freewave.com)

Daniel G. Steele is a business development executive at FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Steele has more than 25 years’ experience selling supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) networks for the water and wastewater, oil and gas, electric utilities, railroad, traffic, government and process control instrumentation markets. Some of Steele’s previous experience includes working as a system integrator; district manager for Automation-X, as a branch manager for Water Works Equipment; as a regional sales manager for Rockwell Automation; as a regional area manager for Microwave Data Systems (GEMDS); and, as a senior vice president of sales for Bluewave Antenna Systems.

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: SOUTHERN UTAH WATER SCADA PROJECT AND DISPELLING MYTHS REGARDING 900 MHZ SPREAD SPECTRUM TECHNOLOGY

Each year, the water/wastewater industry deploys an increasing number of spread spectrum communication solutions. Previously, the use of wireless telemetry in water/wastewater SCADA systems was almost exclusively in the licensed radio realm. However, the scarcity of available licensed channels as well as its improved technology has made the spread spectrum radio an increasingly popular choice. With the install base of spread spectrum devices rapidly increasing, there have been a number of urban legends, superstitions and myths that have circulated. With the introduction and advancement of any new technology, misconceptions and misunderstandings always will surface. Spread spectrum, like any technology, can be an extremely valuable tool when used in the correct environment and with correct network deployment.

The objective of this presentation is to explore these “myths” and provide a better understanding of how to use spread spectrum technology in water/wastewater applications and also show where you can expect to succeed with spread spectrum communication solutions. In addition, Steele will provide a real-life, case study example of this technology by exploring the Southern Utah Water SCADA Project.

WHERE: USCID – Sixth Annual Conference on Irrigation and Drainage

Catamaran Resort and Spa

3999 Mission Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92109

WHEN: 1:30 – 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17

Concurrent Session 4B – Applications of Technology II

CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Steele, please contact:

Christin Jeffers

Catapult PR-IR

(303) 581-7760, ext. 19

cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com

FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO CONDUCT HANDS-ON CLASS REGARDING WIRELESS DATA NETWORKS AT THE 2011 MEASUREMENT AND PIPELINE INSTITUTE

Expert Dan Steele to provide students with FreeWave’s FGR data radios and Tool Suite software for in-depth learning on basic radio programming, installation and network troubleshooting

WHO:             Dan Steele

                            Business Development Executive

                      FreeWave Technologies, Inc.

                      (www.freewave.com)

Daniel G. Steele is a business development executive at FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Steele has more than 25 years experience selling SCADA networks for the water and wastewater, oil and gas, electric utilities, railroad, traffic and process control instrumentation markets. Some of Steele’s previous experience includes working as a system integrator; as a branch manager for Water Works Equipment; as a regional sales manager for Rockwell Automation; as a regional area manager for Microwave Data Systems; and, as a senior vice president of sales for Bluewave Antenna Systems.

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:          Hands-on Class:

During the hands-on class, Steele will teach attendees how to set up, install and troubleshoot serial wireless networks using spread spectrum radios. The students each will set-up, configure and test FreeWave Technologies’ FGR serial data radios and accompanying ToolSuite software, using local and network diagnostic tools.

WHERE:        59th Annual Measurement & Pipeline Institute

Seward County Community College

PO Box 1137

Liberal, KS 67905-1137

WHEN:          Wednesday, Sept. 14 in Classroom #1

                    Session 1 – 8:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

                    Session 2 – 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

 

CONTACT:   For more information on FreeWave Technologies, or to set up an interview with Mr. Steele, please contact:

 

                        Christin Jeffers

                        Catapult PR-IR

                         (303) 581-7760, ext. 19

                        cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com

FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ DAN STEELE, TO SPEAK AT THE 30TH ANNUAL COLORADO RURAL WATER ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE

FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ DAN STEELE, TO SPEAK AT THE 30TH ANNUAL COLORADO RURAL WATER ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE

WHO:  Dan Steele
          Business Development Executive
          FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
          (www.freewave.com)

Daniel G. Steele is a business development executive at FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Steele has more than 25 years experience selling SCADA networks for the water and waste water, oil and gas, electric utilities, railroad, traffic and process control instrumentation markets. Some of Dan’s previous experience includes working as a system integrator; as a branch manager for Water Works Equipment; as a regional sales manager for Rockwell Automation; as a regional area manager for Microwave Data Systems; and, as a senior vice president of sales for Bluewave Antenna Systems.

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: Technical Session: “What’s In Your Radio Communication Tackle Box?”
 
Numerous communication technologies have been introduced into the irrigation and water management market over the years all claiming to be the best and most reliable communication tool. Radios have become faster, smarter and easier than ever to program and upgrade firmware. The biggest advancements are happening on the I/O side of the pond. We see more options and frequencies that can be used today than ever before. Some of those trends are 2.4 GHz for short range I/O and 900MHz for long range or for those networks that might only have a couple of sites that require I/O. 

This presentation will review what tools attendees should have in their communication tackle box and how they can make managing their radio communications network easier with more information at their disposal. Tips will be shared for determining what is best for each situation as well as how to plan for organizations’ changing needs.

Hands-on Class:

During this hands-on class, Steele will teach attendees how to set up, install and troubleshoot serial wireless networks using spread spectrum radios.

WHERE:  Colorado Rural Water Association Annual Conference
             Crowne Plaza Hotel
             2886 S. Circle Drive
             Colorado Springs, CO 80906

WHEN: Technical Session (during the Advanced Water Track):
           Wednesday, February 16
           1:00 – 2:00 pm
           Pikes Peak Room 2

          Hands-On Class (during the Advanced Water Track):
          Thursday, February 17
          4:15 – 5:15 pm
          Grand Ballroom G

CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave Technologies, or to set up an interview with Mr. Steele, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 19 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com