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May 15, 2012
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS PROVIDER FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO SHOWCASE LATEST OIL, GAS AND ENERGY SOLUTIONS AT ENTELEC 2012
Event co-sponsor continues to revolutionize wireless data communication solutions for critical energy infrastructure by providing the most reliable and versatile solutions on the market today
ENTELEC 2012, HOUSTON, TX (booth #121) May 15, 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 portfolio of wireless communication solutions for the oil, gas and energy industries and provide hands-on demos of its latest technology during the annual ENTELEC conference from May 15-17 in Houston, Texas (http://www.entelecshow.org/). With the array of wireless solutions that FreeWave offers today, energy and utility professionals can seamlessly integrate serial, Ethernet or wireless I/O into existing systems that offer the flexibility to meet both today’s demands and those in the future.
“ENTELEC is a leading event for professionals in several key markets such as oil, gas, utilities and energy,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer at FreeWave Technologies. “As the leading provider of wireless data communication solutions, we regard ENTELEC as a great opportunity to get a pulse on the industries involved and to show our customers the commitment we have to continuously enhance our products.”
At the event, FreeWave will highlight its award-winning FGR2 data radio solutions (http://www.freewave.com/products/allproducts/fgr2.aspx), along with the HT-Plus industrial grade high speed Ethernet radio (http://www.freewave.com/products/allproducts/htplus.aspx). Furthermore, FreeWave plans to showcase the game-changing I/O Expansion Module that offers a scalable solution to meet the demanding automation requirements of today (http://www.freewave.com/products/allproducts/ioexpansion.aspx). FreeWave also has developed brand new solutions to showcase at the ENTELEC event and if attendees wish to get a sneak peek of the latest advancements in wireless communications, please visit FreeWave’s booth (#121) during the show.
“We are excited to join everyone in Houston this year and are looking forward to reconnecting with our customers and partners,” continued Sharma. “We realize how rapidly technology and the landscape of these industries are changing. While we make the highest quality solutions on the market today, it’s our dedication, experience and drive to exceed expectations that set FreeWave apart.”
As a silver sponsor for the event, FreeWave is working with event organizers to provide registration and the classroom session materials during ENTELEC. To learn more about FreeWave’s solutions, please visit booth #121 at ENTELEC or go to (http://www.freewave.com/Products.aspx). For the latest updates from FreeWave Technologies, follow the company on Twitter or Facebook.
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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 – where failure and down-time are not an option – 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 company’s website at www.freewave.com.
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Press Contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 19
May 4, 2012
Rep. Jared Polis Visits FreeWave Technologies, Sees Private Equity at Work
FreeWave’s Wulchin: ‘Our investment by private equity firm TA Associates provided us with the resources to further our growth, leading to a positive impact on our local community and economy.’
BOULDER, Colo., May 4, 2012 – Today Representative Jared Polis (D-CO-2) visited FreeWave Technologies’ headquarters in Boulder, Colorado. FreeWave Technologies (http://www.freewave.com) manufactures the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission.
“FreeWave Technologies is yet another example of a Boulder area company successfully attracting capital,” said Rep. Jared Polis. “As FreeWave Technologies demonstrates, private equity investments in Colorado companies have strengthened local businesses and brought good jobs to the region by providing needed investments for growth and to help companies succeed in the global economy,” Rep. Polis concluded.
FreeWave received a $113 million investment by private equity firm, TA Associates, in 2007. This investment has been instrumental in FreeWave continuing to grow its workforce, further its research and development efforts and expand into several new markets over the past five years. During this time, FreeWave increased its employee headcount by 76 percent and achieved record revenue last year. Its Boulder, Colo. facility supplies essential, cutting-edge wireless communications technology to government, defense, utility, energy and private sector customers.
“Our investment by private equity firm TA Associates provided us with the resources to further our growth, leading to a positive impact on our local community and economy,” said FreeWave Technologies CEO Steve Wulchin. “TA Associates has been instrumental in our company’s development over the past several years and we look forward to continuing our success for years to come.”
The $113 million investment is an excellent example of how private equity has the potential to benefit a community as a whole, as FreeWave, in turn, gave $9 million to its employees, which allowed them to also help stimulate the local economy.
As part of an ongoing program to introduce lawmakers to private equity-backed businesses in their districts, the Private Equity Growth Capital Council (PEGCC) arranged for Rep. Polis to meet FreeWave employees and tour its facility. The PEGCC recently launched a new website, (http://www.PrivateEquityAtWork.com), to highlight the importance of private equity to the U.S. economy. In 2010 alone, private equity firms invested nearly $150 billion in U.S.-based companies. Private equity firms invested an estimated $23.4 billion in Colorado-based companies over the last 10 years, and there are approximately 60 private equity-backed companies headquartered in the state.
“Private equity-owned companies are important job creators in Colorado and in all 50 states,” said Steve Judge, PEGCC president and CEO. “It is important to highlight the successes of companies, like FreeWave Technologies, and educate the public, policy makers, and the media about the benefits of private equity investment for the U.S. economy,” Judge concluded.
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 where failure and down-time are not an option – 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 company’s website at (http://www.freewave.com).
About Private Equity at Work
Private Equity at Work is a new initiative by the Private Equity Growth Capital Council aimed at educating media, policy makers and the public about the private equity industry and its positive contributions to the American economy. The campaign is anchored by a new website and resource center, (http://www.PrivateEquityAtWork.com), and features educational content, industry data and an in-depth look at specific private equity investments that are driving growth and creating jobs.
About the Private Equity Growth Capital Council
The Private Equity Growth Capital Council (PEGCC) is an advocacy, communications and research organization and resource center established to develop, analyze and distribute information about the private equity and growth capital investment industry and its contributions to the national and global economy. Established in 2007 and formerly known as the Private Equity Council, the PEGCC is based in Washington, D.C. The members of the PEGCC are 34 of the world’s leading private equity and growth capital firms united by their commitment to growing and strengthening the businesses in which they invest. More information about the PEGCC can be found at (http://www.pegcc.org).
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Media Contact:
Christin Jeffers, Catapult PR-IR
(FreeWave Technologies)
303.581.7760 x 19
Noah Theran
Communications Director, PEGCC
202.465.7715
April 24, 2012
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES WIRELESS I/O SOLUTION FOR AUTOMATED MONITORING AND CONTROL OF CIRCUIT BREAKERS IN THE SMART GRID
Circuit breakers serve critical functions in both the protection system and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system used for power switching
BOULDER, Colo., April 24, 2012 – FreeWave Technologies, (http://www.freewave.com), manufacturer of the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission, today announced its wireless I/O radios are enabling real-time automated monitoring and control of circuit breaker technology in Smart Grid systems. FreeWave Technologies is the only wireless data radio provider with expandable I/O devices that offer universally configurable I/O channels for analog input, analog output, digital input, digital output and sensor power, making them ideal for Smart Grid applications, among others.
“We are finding new exciting uses for our wireless I/O radios across multiple industries,” explained Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer of FreeWave Technologies. “For example, utility operators and technicians at electric power plants can identify the exact circuit breaker that tripped even before the first customer complaint reaches the office, helping them prevent outages before they have a widespread impact. Utilities aiming to improve overall customer satisfaction and reduce fines imposed by regulators (for failing to deliver electric power) can avert them from even happening by deploying FreeWave’s I/O solutions for support.”
Circuit breakers disconnect separate sections of a distribution grid so that an overload condition on one section of a power grid can be isolated. By proper planning and spacing of circuit breakers, utilities can isolate fault conditions to small sections of the grid and reduce the number of customers exposed to possible outages or spotty service. Utilities can further reduce costs of regulatory fines by resolving the fault and restoring service quickly.
In the past, field technicians would have to manually inspect each circuit breaker in the area of a reported power outage and identify the tripped breaker. Now, instead of spending the time and manpower necessary to manually respond to power outage issues, utilities can actively mitigate customer dissatisfaction and regulatory fines through proactive, automated monitoring with FreeWave’s wireless I/O radios and expansion modules. The expansion modules have discrete inputs used to monitor breaker status and condition and discrete outputs used to control the breaker itself. This functionality provides utilities with automated control and monitoring of one of the most critical systems in the entire power grid and points the field technicians straight to the problem, saving both time and money.
“Our radios have been relied on in some of the harshest environments and in the most demanding applications on earth,” continued Sharma. “Since electric utilities are graded on their reliability, the adoption of wireless I/O and the flexibility it offers represents one of the simplest and most straightforward ways to ensure utility performance and uptime and ultimate customer satisfaction.”
For more information about FreeWave’s line of I/O wireless data radios, please visit (http://www.freewave.com/PRODUCTS/ALLPRODUCTS/IOExpansion.aspx).
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. 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 – where failure and down-time are not an option – 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 company’s website at http://www.freewave.com/; connect with the company via Twitter: @freewavetech or follow the company on Facebook at (http://www.facebook.com/pages/FreeWave-Technologies/323638857657624).
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Press Contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 19
March 29, 2012
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.
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
February 17, 2012
BRET DIANICH OF FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO PRESENT AT THE COLORADO RURAL WATER ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Business development executive to dispel myths regarding spread spectrum technology and its advantages in the water/wastewater industry
WHO: Bret Dianich
Business Development Executive, Water/Wastewater and Renewable Energy
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
(www.freewave.com)
Bret Dianich joined FreeWave Technologies as a business developer in 2010 and is responsible for servicing the water/wastewater and renewable energy markets. Applications include SCADA telemetry for lift stations, chlorination and filtration systems, solar panel tracking and wind turbine condition monitoring.
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 900MHz 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 will always surface. Spread spectrum, like any technology, can be an extremely valuable tool when used in the correct environment and with correct network deployment.
This presentation will explore these “myths” and provide a better understanding of how to use spread spectrum technology in water/wastewater applications and also show where an operator 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: Colorado Rural Water Association Annual Conference (CRWA)
Crowne Plaza Hotel
2886 S. Circle Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO
WHEN: Advanced Training Track
Thursday, Feb. 16
1 p.m. MST
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Dianich, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581- 7760, ext. 19 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com
November 16, 2011
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.
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
November 14, 2011
JIM GARDNER, FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ SCADA EXPERT, TO PRESENT AT RADIOCOMMS CONNECT IN AUSTRALIA
WHO: Jim Gardner
Oil and Gas Industry Manager
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
(www.freewave.com)
Jim Gardner is a seasoned industry veteran in supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and data collection technologies and the oil and gas industry manager at FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Gardner has worked in the oil and gas industry since 1975 in various management positions, including as Regional Manager, AMF Tuboscope; as senior vice president and general manager at PRS; as senior vice president and general manager at Remote Operating Systems (ROS); and, as product manager at ABB Totalflow. He joined FreeWave in 2001 as an oil and gas sales manager responsible for launching the company’s products into the oil and gas industry. He currently is a member of ENTELEC, ASGMT and ISHM.
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: THE EVOLUTION OF DATA COLLECTION FOR GAS MEASUREMENT
Evolving communication technologies are revolutionizing SCADA systems just as new technology in drilling and production are revolutionizing the way oil and gas wells are produced. However, due to a significant decline in price since 2008, it has become increasingly important to run a more cost-effective operation. While most communications companies have responded with partial solutions, some have responded with multiple products that can be integrated into one unified solution. These systems are much more complex than the older systems, but they provide far greater versatility than the systems built 10 or 15 years ago.
This presentation provides attendees with an overview of how innovations in communication technologies for SCADA systems have evolved and explains the most effective practices for data collection.
WHERE: RadioComms Connect 2011
Etihad Stadium
740 Bourke Street
Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 16
12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Theatre 2 – RadioComms Theatre
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Gardner, please contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
(303) 581-7760, ext. 19
September 19, 2011
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ ROY ROSADO TO PRESENT ON WIRELESS IO AND CATHODIC PROTECTION REMOTE MONITORING AT RIO PIPELINE CONFERENCE & EXPOSITION IN BRAZIL
WHO: Roy Rosado
Business Development Executive, Latin America
FreeWave Technologies
Rosado is a business development executive for the Latin American markets for FreeWave. Rosado brings more than 10 years of senior leadership and management experience in growing sales, developing distribution channels and managing business development efforts. Rosado holds a master’s degree in education and training from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana.
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: “Applications and Innovations for Battery-powered Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoring”
Cathodic protection has slowly moved to become a critical issue in the world. Automation of pipeline integrity management has never been more needed, more available or more affordable. As automated remote monitoring with wireless data communication radios become an increasingly popular choice for many pipeline, energy and utility operators, additional wireless options have begun to emerge. 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. These new systems are designed for pipe-to-soil users who are committed to going beyond compliance and moving to mitigation versus simple measurement.
This presentation will discuss the needs for cathodic protection monitoring by highlighting the aging infrastructure problem of pipelines in the United States and across the world. Remote monitoring options are now available and affordable in a secure proprietary network with no connection fees. In 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.
“Stretching Wireless IO Throughout Your Pipeline Infrastructure”
Frequently, pipeline and energy companies have geographically dispersed assets and the sensor data is needed at a central point. In the past, the only available option included digging trenches and/or running conduit and pulling wire to acquire the signals. Wireless IO offers substantial and measurable cost savings in terms of engineering, installation and logistics as well as dramatic improvements in the frequency, currency and reliability of field data collection. In fact, asset information is now available from applied and embedded sensory points enabling sophisticated diagnostics, remote monitoring and control optimization. As a result, pipeline companies can now realize the true potential of their production assets with the emergence of this wireless field infrastructure by having dependable access to timely information to establish and maintain excellent situational awareness of their operations.
Many wireless IO applications offer simple, cost-effective measurement of monitoring points to eliminate manual collection of field data, thereby improving labor productivity. Alternatively, in more sophisticated applications with a central processing device, wireless IO enables users to extract full diagnostic data and predictive intelligence from the devices which then will automatically notify the appropriate personnel of the precise problem before a major issue occurs. This presentation will explain how companies can stretch their wireless IO throughout their pipeline infrastructure not only to maximize their investments, but, yield greater, more effective communication within their networks.
WHERE: Rio Pipeline Conference & Exposition 2011
Sul America Convention Center
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2010 — “Applications and Innovations for Battery-powered Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoring”
Room 3 – 2nd Floor – Sul America Convention Center
2p.m. – 2:30 p.m. BRT
Wednesday, September 21, 2011 – “Stretching Wireless IO Throughout Your Pipeline Infrastructure”
Room 3 – 2nd Floor – Sul America Convention Center
2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. BRT
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. 19 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com. You can also contact Roy Rosado directly at (678) 294-5887 or at rrosado@freewave.com.
September 14, 2011
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ EXPERT JIM GARDNER TO PRESENT AT THE 2011 CHEMINNOVATIONS CONFERENCE IN HOUSTON TEXAS
Company executive to present on multiple topics relating to wireless data radio communications, data collection tools and SCADA networks
WHO: Jim Gardner
Oil & Gas Industry Manager
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
Jim Gardner is a seasoned industry veteran in SCADA and data collection technologies and the oil and gas industry manager at FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Gardner has worked in the oil and gas industry since 1975 in various management positions, including as Regional Manager, AMF Tuboscope; as senior vice president and general manager at PRS; as senior vice president and general manager at Remote Operating Systems (ROS); and, as product manager at ABB Totalflow. He joined FreeWave in 2001 as an oil and gas sales manager responsible for launching the company’s products into the oil and gas industry. He currently is a member of ENTELEC, ASGMT and ISHM.
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: Session 6C: Changing the Face of SCADA/Supervisory Control Acquisition Data Analysis
Technical Session #1: Demystifying Wireless Ethernet
Wednesday, September 14, 9:30 a.m.
Many SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) managers are looking into converting their telemetry systems from serial communication (RS-232, or RS-485) to Ethernet. Many IT (Information Technology) supervisors are comfortable with Ethernet but have not had much experience with wireless. The trend in data communication is clearly moving to Ethernet, as its advantages are too compelling to ignore: security, faster polling times, mobile communications and more. Internet accessibility and IP addressability all provide benefits previously unavailable with serial communications.
Technical Session #2: The Evolution of Data Collection
Wednesday, September 14, 10:45 a.m.
Today, more pre-planning and system design are necessary to build an expandable, scalable communications network. These systems are much more complex than the older systems and provide far greater versatility and are more robust than the systems built 10 or 15 years ago. This presentation will give an overview of how communication technologies for SCADA have evolved and explain the most effective ways for data collection today.
WHERE: 2nd Annual ChemInnovations Conference
George R. Brown Convention Center
1001 Avenida De Las Americas
Houston, Texas 77010
WHEN: Monday, Sept. 13 through Wednesday, Sept. 15
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave Technologies, or to set up an interview with Mr. Gardner, please contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
(303) 581-7760, ext. 19
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.
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
