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November 16, 2009
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ CRAIG HELD TO DISCUSS CATHODIC PROTECTION AT NACE WESTERN AREA CONFERENCE
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
October 15, 2009
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES EXPERT TO DISCUSS WIRELESS 101 AT CLAGTEE CONFERENCE IN BRAZIL
WHO: Elroy Rosado
Business Development Manager, Latin America
FreeWave Technologies
(www.freewave.com)
Rosado manages business development efforts for Latin American markets at FreeWave Technologies. He has more than 10 years of senior leadership and management experience in manufacturing environments growing sales, developing distribution channels and managing business development efforts for manufacturers of high-technology-engineered products.
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: Wireless 101: From Remote Site to Desktop with Wireless Connectivity
Fifteen years ago, even the more advanced automation systems seldom supported telemetry. Systems that did employ telemetry offered very slow data throughput and rarely could provide coverage to every automated location, limiting their usefulness. Today, it’s common to have 100 percent communication to all field locations, and to experience data throughput from the field of 19.2 or even 38.4 K baud. High-speed backbone telemetry is now available in the megabits range. Wireless instrumentation is the latest telemetry trend, supporting analog and digital signals without the constraints of a wired connection. Now, it can be used to communicate to and from pressure or temperature transducers, to control valves remotely, to signal the arrival of switch closures, or to report status changes or contact closures. This presentation will explore all of the various options available to companies in selecting their wireless network solutions and offer key considerations when evaluating what solution works best for their environment and application.
WHERE: CLAGTEE 2009 – The Eighth Latin American Congress on Electricity Generation and Transmission
Ubatuba – Brazil
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009 at 9:45 a.m.
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Rosado, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 14 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com
February 4, 2009
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES DATALOGGER SOFTWARE FOR CATHODIC PROTECTION REMOTE MONITORING
PC-based software is ideal for pipeline and tank companies that want to optimize their investments in cathodic protection while lowering their operating costs
BOULDER, Colo. – Jan. 29, 2009 — FreeWave Technologies, the largest independent provider of high performance spread spectrum and licensed radio products and services, today announced its new DataLogger software for Cathodic Protection (CP) remote monitoring. The new software works in conjunction with FreeWave’s line of FGRCP radios, including its newly announced 2.4 MHz CP radio (see today’s news release “FreeWave Introduces New 2.4 MHz Cathodic Protection Radio”) and assists in remotely monitoring and reporting CP operational values for pipelines, tanks, structures and other underground facilities that are subject to environmental corrosion.
FreeWave’s new CP DataLogger software is compatible with standard off-the-shelf PCs and other FreeWave radio products. The software loads quickly and is easily configurable on any laptop or desktop computer with an easy-to-use installation wizard.
“Our new DataLogger software works in tandem with our expanding line of FreeWave Cathodic Protection radios. It is designed as a ‘get-started’ software tool to help companies. As installations expand, this software sets the stage for the company to transition to a larger communications management software offering,” explained Colin Lippincott, FreeWave spokesperson. “Easy to set up and configure, it makes it quick and painless for pipeline and tank companies to optimize their investment in cathodic protection and lower their operating costs.”
Affordable and Easy to Use
The new PC-based CP DataLogger software features:
- High return on investment – it is currently offered at no charge with the purchase of FreeWave radios
- Ability to easily remotely monitor, set alarms, emails and print reports for:
o Rectifier Input Power Status
o Rectifier Power Interruption
o Rectifier Output Voltage
o Rectifier Output Shunt Voltage
o Pipe-to-soil Potential Test Points
o Automated Rectifier Interruption and Potentials Measurement
o Critical Bonds
o Interference Points
- Self-loading Installation Wizard installs within seconds
- Comes pre-configured for CP monitoring specifically
- Offers no recurring monthly fees, annual licensing fees or maintenance fees
- Provides free polling with no cost penalties
- Based on open protocol communications
- Ensures maximum network security behind a company firewall
Availability
FreeWave’s CP DataLogger software is available now. As mentioned above, there is currently no charge for this software with the purchase of FreeWave radios. For more information, visit FreeWave’s Website at http://www.freewave.com/files/datasheets/CP%20DataLogger%20-%201.23.09.pdf
About FreeWave Technologies
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. Based in Boulder, Colorado, the company offers network design, path studies and pre-installation engineering services to enable reliable, error free data-flow in even the most challenging conditions and in environments. FreeWave is the only long term radio provider with in-family 100 percent backward compatibility with fully integrated, best-in-class engineered products. For additional information, contact FreeWave directly at 866.399.4930 or at newsinfo@freewave.com. Visit the company’s website at www.freewave.com.
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PR Contact:
Terri Douglas
Catapult PR-IR
303.581.7760, ext. 18 (office)
303.808.6820 (cell)
tdouglas@catapultpr-ir.com
September 30, 2008
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ DAN PALADINO TO DISCUSS CATHODIC PROTECTION AT NACE WESTERN AREA CONFERENCE
Paladino will discuss radio-based, remote monitoring cathodic protection
WHO: Dan Paladino
Business Development Manager
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
Dan Paladino has more than 10 years experience in wireless communication and control in utilities markets, including electric power, water/waste water and metering solutions. At FreeWave, Paladino is responsible for business-to-business and OEM growth and development. Prior to joining the company, Paladino was an independent consultant to organizations and providers using wireless technology to communicate in metering and sub-metering electric, water and natural gas environments.
Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies is a world leader in the innovative design and manufacture of ISM band radios and wireless data solutions that are trusted for mission critical applications around the world. www.freewave.com.
WHAT: Radio-based Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoring
Energy and pipeline companies wrestle to control operating costs largely affected by new government regulations, ageing buried metal assets, rising steel prices, expanding pipeline operations, new interference points, HCA encroachment, restrictive land use policies, heightened network security, and an ageing soon-to-retire work force. With operating costs on the rise and seemingly out of control, many CP and Operations Professionals look to past best practices in cost containment through automation. Many companies achieve solid business results through deployment of telemetry and SCADA automation of remote assets and now hope to expand this success to further optimize operations by automating remote cathodic protection systems.
This presentation will provide examples of how new remote cathodic protection systems are helping energy and pipeline companies address the growing issue of the ageing pipeline infrastructure and reduce their costs while optimizing their operations.
WHERE: 2008 NACE Western Area Conference
Parc 55 Hotel
San Francisco, CA
WHEN: ”Radio-based Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoring”
Wednesday Oct. 1, 2008
3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview, please contact Terri Douglas at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 18 or tdouglas@catapultpr-ir.com
September 11, 2008
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ BRENT MCADAMS TO DISCUSS CATHODIC PROTECTION AT NACE CENTRAL AREA CONFERENCE
McAdams will discuss radio-based, remote monitoring cathodic protection
WHO: Brent McAdams
Director of Sales
FreeWave Technologies
Brent McAdams is the Director of Sales at FreeWave Technologies, Inc., a premier RF design and manufacturing organization. Prior to joining FreeWave Technologies, Mr. McAdams served as the Vice President of Technology and Business Development for the U.S. Telemetry Corporation where he led product development strategy and business development initiatives. Additionally, Mr. McAdams spent over 10 years as a contract Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer with Exxon Chemical in Baton Rouge, LA.
Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies is a world leader in the innovative design and manufacture of ISM band radios and wireless data solutions that are trusted for mission critical applications around the world. www.freewave.com.
WHAT: Optimizing Operations by Automating Remote Cathodic Protection Systems
Energy and Pipeline Companies wrestle to control operating costs largely affected by new government regulations, ageing buried metal assets, rising steel prices, expanding pipeline operations, new interference points, HCA encroachment, restrictive land use policies, heightened network security, and an ageing soon-to-retire work force. With operating costs on the rise, seemingly out of control, many CP and Operations Professionals look to past best practices in cost containment through automation. Many companies achieve solid business results through deployment of telemetry and SCADA automation of remote assets and now hope to expand this success to further optimize operations by automating remote cathodic protection systems.
This presentation will provide examples of how new remote cathodic protection systems are helping energy and pipeline companies address the growing issue of the ageing pipeline infrastructure and reduce their costs while optimizing their operations.
WHERE: 2008 NACE Central Area Conference
Hilton Garden Inn
Independence, MO
WHEN: ”Optimizing Operations by Automating Remote Cathodic Protection Systems”
Monday, September 8, 2008
3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview, please contact Terri Douglas at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 18 or tdouglas@catapultpr-ir.com
April 2, 2008
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ DAVID SOUTHERN TO SHARE BENEFITS OF AUTOMATED CATHODIC PROTECTION SYSTEMS AT AWWA/WEF
Cathodic Protection expert to demonstrate latest technological innovation for ensuring automated pipeline integrity
WHO: David Southern is a Product Development Manager for FreeWave Technologies, a leading designer and manufacturer of spread spectrum wireless solutions. www.freewave.com
Southern has 25 years of experience in the water/wastewater, hazardous waste remediation, oil and gas industry, mining, petrochemical and refining industries. Prior to joining FreeWave, he was a Business Manager for an Emerson Process Management representative. In 1978, as a summer intern on an offshore oil production platform, Southern learned firsthand the basics of corrosion prevention and the everyday importance cathodic protection plays in mission critical operations. Southern has authored or co-authored several U.S. patents and is published in several industry magazines including Pipeline & Gas Technology, POWER, American Oil & Gas Reporter and Compressor Tech II. He is a 1982 graduate of the School of Mines.
WHAT: FreeWave’s FGRCP Industrial 900MHz Cathodic Protection (CP) Remote Monitoring Radio
Energy and Pipeline Companies wrestle to meet new stricter state and federal pipeline integrity requirements while simultaneously trying to control operating costs. Recent, unfortunate, pipeline news events pushed corrosion and cathodic protection to front page news across the nation to the extent that the U.S. Congress and several states passed legislation directed specifically toward cathodic protection practices. Many companies are looking to new technologies and automation for answers. Unfortunately, ever changing cell phone technologies left some companies scrambling to stay ahead of telemetry obsolescence. Effective answers to critical issues affecting public safety are often found in a combination of both old and new technology.
This presentation will focus on how Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoring Units, such as FreeWave’s recently introduced FGRCP 900 MHz Radio, automatically collect and report mission critical, corrosion prevention data from remote rectifiers and test points and transmit that data back to a central data collection system via wireless, radio modems–often using a companies’ existing radio networks.
The FGRCP automates the remote monitoring of critical pipes and culverts to identify and prevent corrosion that can lead to leaks, groundwater contamination and other such adverse scenarios affecting overall water quality, supply and/or public safety.
WHERE: 2008 AWWA/WEF Information Management Technology and Customer Service Joint Conference and Expo.
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, Ambassador Salon 1
Detroit, MI
WHEN: Monday, March 31, 2008
1:30 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. EDT
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Southern on the topic above, please contact Terri Douglas at Catapult PR-IR at (303) 581-7760, ext. 18 or tdouglas@catapultpr-ir.com
