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January 24, 2012
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES HIGHLIGHTS WIRELESS DATA RADIO APPLICATIONS FOR THE SMART GRID AT DISTRUBTECH 2012
FreeWave to speak, exhibit and showcase its latest technologies for smart grid and utilities at annual conference
SAN ANTONIO, DISTRIBUTECH (Booth # 247) Jan. 24, 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 technologies for a variety of communication applications in the Smart Grid at DistribuTECH Conference and Exposition (http://www.distributech.com/index.html). Smart Grid applications that FreeWave solutions enable include transformer monitoring, AMI backhaul, substation automation, demand response, capacitor bank control monitoring, fault detection and isolation, Volt / VAR optimization and distribution automation. FreeWave, one of the conference’s car giveaway sponsors and exhibitors, will have several of its products on display and available for demonstration at booth 247. Additionally, FreeWave expert, Dan Steele will present, “Addressing the Water Utility SCADA Network Problem: What’s In Your Radio Communication Tool Box?” in the water utility track on January 25 at 1:30 p.m. CST.
“We have hit the ground running with our efforts in the Smart Grid and utility markets for 2012,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer at FreeWave Technologies. “DistribuTECH is a great opportunity to showcase the technologies we can offer customers in these markets. What separates us from more traditional wired communication solutions is a significant cost saving in both installation and over the lifetime of use, while maintaining secure and dependable data transmission. Wireless is becoming recognized as a sustainable option for Smart Grid applications in particular, and FreeWave’s radios have a legacy of offering the greatest reliability and flexibility in the industry.”
FreeWave’s industrial radios are trusted by top government and defense contractors to operate in extremely remote locations with high RF noise, making them a viable option for many Smart Grid applications, such as transformer monitoring. By monitoring critical data, including pressure, temperature and oil levels on a real-time basis, a utility is better equipped to mitigate transformer issues before failure. With an effective system in place, a utility can dramatically decrease the incidents that cause power outages, costly damages and dangerous explosions. The ability to automate and monitor key processes in the Smart Grid helps ensure efficient and effective delivery of power, while offering a cost-effective solution to the utilities.
Please be sure to visit FreeWave’s booth (#247) to learn more about its latest technologies in the Smart Grid and for a chance to enter the DistribuTECH car giveaway. FreeWave will have several product lines on display, including the FGR2-PE, FGR2, I/O Expansion, LRS 455, MM2 and HT Plus series of radios. Also, if you would like to learn more about industrial radios within the water industry, please be sure to attend Dan Steele’s presentation on Wednesday, Jan. 25 in Room 215.
“At DistribuTECH, we will share our excitement about FreeWave’s latest technology developments for the Smart Grid and other utilities,” said Sharma. “These markets continue to offer many opportunities for wireless data radios. Our ability to automate a variety of applications contributes to our focus on establishing FreeWave as a top communication solution in the Smart Grid.”
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
January 19, 2012
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES SEES WIRELESS M2M TAKING HOLD IN MANY INDUSTRIES FOR 2012
Wireless data radio communications is gaining traction for many applications in oil, gas, military and smart grid markets, among others
BOULDER, Colo., Jan. 19, 2012 – FreeWave Technologies, (http://www.freewave.com), manufacturer of the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission, said today that 2012 will be a banner year for wireless data radio communications across many industrial and geographical markets. As one of the early pioneers of 900 MHz wireless technology in 1993 (which now has expanded into additional multiple spectrums), FreeWave has seen the evolution of wireless machine-to-machine (M2M) communications grow and gain traction across both traditional and, more recently, newer growth markets, such as the Smart Grid. M2M communications are widely regarded as a strong growth opportunity not only by FreeWave, but by businesses that are recognizing that by wirelessly connecting machines, devices, sensors, equipment, etc. they can make their existing processes more productive and open entirely new ways of using data.
“In the past, myths about security concerns and overall reliability issues with wireless technology had to be hurdled, but today, it is clear that wireless is here to stay,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer of FreeWave Technologies. “Many diverse and dynamic markets, such as oil and gas, utilities in electric power and water and government/defense will continue to look for ways to streamline their operations and as a result there will be exciting, new innovations for addressing issues previously deemed cost-prohibitive, not technically feasible or lacking in sufficient reliability.”
These sentiments are echoed across the world because wireless increasingly is becoming the top solution for communications technology due to growing demand and innovation. In addition, people and companies will continue to have a large appetite for data and knowledge, and therefore will want more of it, faster. This idea, in conjunction with increasing security standards and lowering the power consumption necessary to effectively run wireless communication devices, will continue to be a key driver of demand and innovation as well. More sophisticated ways of doing things – such as asset tracking and machine-to-machine communications (at lower costs) – will continue to emerge in the wireless industry and particularly in three key industrial markets, FreeWave sees the following trends taking shape as well.
OIL AND GAS:
In 2012, there also will be a greater shift to hybrid network systems that utilize more than one wireless solution for the communications network. Traditionally, companies with large and geographically dispersed communications networks, such as those in the oil and gas industry, typically have selected one technology, one source, one vendor to collect, retrieve and report data to assess the health of their network. However, there is a new paradigm today in which organizations are breaking away from tradition and deploying multiple communication technologies to create a hybrid communications network that can better serve an organization’s needs. A hybrid approach also has a positive impact on reducing an organization’s investment, operating costs and more. Ultimately, a company will be able to use the least expensive modality until they run into a barrier where wireless technology will be able to better serve the application’s requirements.
ELECTRIC POWER/SMART GRID:
Sharma says the key to any successful smart grid operation is reliable, secure communications. One outlook he says for 2012 is that utilities will rely on real-time assessments of both the overall health of the power grid and the vital assets and systems within the grid as well. As utilities continue to invest more resources in AMI deployments and distribution automation, reliable and secure data communications are going to continue to be a top focus because of the need to effectively and efficiently deliver information for demand response and condition-based monitoring applications. Key applications in distribution automation that FreeWave’s wireless solutions address include AMI Backhaul Distribution Management (DMS); Capacitor Bank Control Monitoring; Fault Detection and Isolation; Volt/ VAR Optimization; Substation Automation (SSA) and Demand Response (DR). Additionally, wireless data communication solutions that have been tested and proven in markets, such as oil & gas and water/wastewater, will enable utilities with multiple functions (gas, electric and water/wastewater) to improve their total cost of ownership by implementing a cross-functional solution.
GOVERNMENT AND DEFENSE:
Wireless solutions have been essential for the government and defense markets, but industry standards are continuing to evolve in order to mitigate issues related to security and safety. Measures are being taken to increase the number of layers of security within a network as well as the sophistication of the security measures themselves, such as increased scrutiny on encryption methods and protocols. For certain applications like unmanned vehicles, robotics and soldier training, the size and weight of wireless data communication solutions also is a huge focus moving forward. A major value proposition for wireless solutions in the industry for 2012 is being able to provide a more compact, lighter weight solution without sacrificing security or performance.
“Our customers depend on wireless data communications for operational success and there are enormous societal impacts if critical infrastructures – like utilities, government/defense and oil and gas markets – fail,” Sharma said. “We take pride in the dependability of our solutions, which further is emphasized by the most rigorous testing methods for every single radio that comes out of our world-class manufacturing facility in Boulder.”
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
CURT GOLDMAN OF FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO PRESENT AT THE IEEE PES INNOVATIVE SMART GRID TECHNOLOGIES 2012
Utility market manager to present on secure wireless data communications for distribution automation in the Smart Grid and the need for security and reliability
WHO: Curt Goldman
Market Manager – Utilities
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
Curt Goldman is the market manager of utilities at FreeWave Technologies and leads FreeWave’s partnership with Rockwell Automation. He is responsible for directing activities in the energy markets for the company including water and electric power. Before FreeWave, Goldman was the regional accounts manager for Two Technologies, Inc. He has more than 25 years experience building and managing direct and indirect sales channels in the technology sector. Goldman has a Bachelor of Science degree from Shippensburg University and also has a Master of Business Administration degree from La Salle University in Philadelphia, PA.
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: “Secure Wireless Data Communications for Distribution Automation in the Smart Grid”
For many utilities operators, making their electric grid smarter is an increasingly important task with the goal of creating a system that is optimized for efficient delivery of electricity. Automation has been the primary driver and many electric utilities have already implemented SCADA systems for control over transmission-level equipment. At the distribution automation layer, many critical functions and actions are automated, such as the monitoring of critical feeders, fault detection, isolation and restoration to reduce the duration and impact of outages, supporting the shifting of loads between sources to help avoid or alleviate overload conditions or controlling capacitor banks. There is no single technology that satisfies all of the requirements of system managers, especially for SCADA systems as complex as those for the Smart Grid. The recent increase in copper theft, often impacting data communication lines, makes wireless data communication solutions an attractive alternative to copper and fiber.
WHERE: IEEE PES Innovative Smart Grid Technologies (ISGT) 2012
Washington Marriott Wadman Park (DC)
2660 Woodley Road NW
Washington, District Of Columbia 20008 USA
WHEN: Communication for Smart Grid Paper Session
Tuesday, Jan. 17
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Goldman, please contact Christin Jeffers at Catapult PR-IR (303) 581-7760, ext. 19 or cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com
December 14, 2011
COMISION FEDERAL DE ELECTRICIDAD (CFE) TAPS FREEWAVE FOR A LARGE SMART GRID PROJECT IN MEXICO
The only utility power company in Mexico uses FreeWave wireless data radios for monitoring and control of critical electric power applications
BOULDER, Colo., Dec. 14, 2011 — FreeWave Technologies, (http://www.freewave.com), manufacturer of the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission, was chosen by Comision Federal de Electricidad (CFE) (http://www.cfe.gob.mx) for wireless data radio applications such as power consumption and substation monitoring, as well as control and monitoring of power networks.
CFE is the only electric power utility company in México. It generates, transmits and distributes power and energy to nearly 100 million customers and is one of the largest utility organizations in the world with approximately 100,000 employees around the country. It currently is using FreeWave’s FGR2-PE, FGR115-RC and HTPlus wireless data radios in nine of the 16 divisions throughout Mexico.
“Before implementing FreeWave radios, CFE was experiencing difficulties due to distance and maintaining line of site in its communication networks,” said Federico Ibarra Otero, engineer at Ampere, FreeWave’s reseller partner in Mexico. “There were some locations where the monitoring devices were remotely located and required repeaters. FreeWave offered a solution that tackled both the distance and line of sight issues and we have achieved more consistent, reliable and modern links since implementation.”
FreeWave radios are used for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) applications to monitor and control switch gears, reclosers and power meters. Some of the networks are installed in heavily populated cities, such as Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara, where the RF noise and line of sight can potentially cause major issues with wireless communications. However, with FreeWave’s excellent network design and flexibility, the radios achieve optimal communication, even with skyscrapers, tree coverage and high RF noise levels. With CFE being the only energy provider of power for the entire country, FreeWave radios also were relied upon for data transmission in a wide range of geographical areas, spanning from the big cities to remote locations in the mountains and desert. Additionally, each FreeWave radio is 100 percent tested for RF performance — from -40° C to +75° C — to ensure reliability in a variety of weather conditions.
“We are very satisfied with FreeWave’s Ethernet models, the FGR2-PE and HTPlus, as they let us manage serial and Ethernet devices at the same time,” said Mario Granados Villareal, engineer at CFE. “This allows us to incorporate all the data coming from the radios to the LAN networks, which not only saves time, but allows our entire communications network to operate seamlessly.”
The FGR2-PE offers users a second, switched Ethernet port as well as two serial ports that give customers the ability to transition from serial to Ethernet data communication without having to replace their wireless communication hardware down the road, as well as operate both serial and Ethernet communication independently and simultaneously on the same platform. The FreeWave HTPlus Ethernet radio is ideal for customers who need an industrial grade high-speed Ethernet radio that operates in harsh environments and noisy RF conditions. It delivers data at a rate of up to 867 Kbps and is an ideal radio for SCADA backhaul networks.
“We are proud to have been chosen by CFE for this significant project. The success with CFE confirms that our wireless solutions are making progress across the globe in the smart grid market,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer at FreeWave Technologies. “Our industrial radios provide enhanced capabilities for smart grid applications, such as distribution automation (DA), AMI back haul, distribution management (DMS), substation automation (SSA), load management (LM), demand response (DR), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and energy management (EMS). Our feature rich radio solutions coupled with top-notch customer support will bring new efficiencies to CFE’s network.”
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
November 29, 2011
FreeWave Technologies Receives 2011 Smart Grid Excellence Award
FGR2-PE Honored for Exceptional Innovation
BOULDER, Colo., Nov. 29, 2011 — FreeWave Technologies, (www.freewave.com) announced today that its FGR2-PE wireless data radio has received a 2011 Smart Grid Excellence Award from SmartGrid.TMCnet.com, a TMC and Crossfire Media sponsored technology media Website.
“FreeWave is honored to accept the 2011 Smart Grid Excellence Award,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer at FreeWave Technologies. “At FreeWave, customers are our top priority. We strive to provide the most reliable, cost effective wireless data radios for our Smart Grid customers. By utilizing the FGR2-PE for smart grid applications, our customers achieve seamless data communications that can help streamline operations. It is a great achievement for our product to be recognized by SmartGrid.TMCnet.com.”
FGR2-PE is a data radio ideal for Smart Grid applications including, distribution automation (DA), AMI back haul, distribution management (DMS), substation automation (SSA), load management (LM), demand response (DR), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and energy management (EMS). It offers both industrial serial and Ethernet wireless connectivity using license-free spread spectrum for data communication over long distances. The FGR2-PE is compatible with other FreeWave FGR plus family radios and offers users a second, switched Ethernet port as well as two serial ports to meet the demands of customers’ wireless automation requirements. The ports enable a transition from serial to Ethernet data communication a without having to replace wireless communication hardware later on, or operate both serial and Ethernet communication independently and simultaneously on the same platform.
“The solutions that have been recognized with the Smart Grid Excellence Award reflect the diverse range of innovation driving this market. Congratulations to FreeWave which best exemplified the best of smart grid technologies in 2011,” said stated Carl Ford, co-founder and community developer, Crossfire.
“I am pleased to acknowledge FreeWave for its contribution to the advancement of Smart Grid technologies by bestowing our Second Annual Smart Grid Excellence Award to them,” said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC. “Congratulations and I look forward to more innovation in 2012.”
Winners are published on SmartGrid.TMCnet.com and included in its E-newsletter.
For more information, please visit www.tmcnet.com.
About FreeWave Technologies
Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies manufactures the most reliable, high performance, 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 network up-time, range and the lowest cost of ownership in its class. 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 trust FreeWave for custom network design, system engineering and customer support that is 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).
About Smart Grid
Smart Grid is the leading website dedicated to the rapidly developing technologies that enable and harness Smart Grids, with particular emphasis on applications, products and software for improving residential, business, institutional and facilities’ power consumption.
This Website offers information and analysis for anyone interested in researching, purchasing and applying smart grid technologies. It includes Smart Grid industry news and expert analysis by Carl Ford, Crossfire Media. Visitors will find free resources including Online Communities, blogs, feature articles, videos and more. SmartGrid.TMCnet.com is sponsored by TMC, an integrated, global media company helping clients in print, in person and online, and Crossfire Media, an integrated marketing company with a core focus on future trends in technology. Please visit http://smart-grid.tmcnet.com
About TMC
TMC is a global, integrated media company that helps clients build communities in print, in person, and online. TMC publishes the Customer Interaction Solutions, INTERNET TELEPHONY, Next Gen Mobility, InfoTECH Spotlight and Cloud Computing magazines. TMCnet.com, which is read by two million unique visitors each month, is the leading source of news and articles for the communications and technology industries. TMC is the producer of ITEXPO, the world’s leading B2B communications event. In addition, TMC runs multiple industry events. Visit TMC Events for a complete listing and further information.
For more information about TMC, visit www.tmcnet.com.
About Crossfire Media:
Crossfire Media is an integrated marketing company with a core focus on future trends in technology. We service communities of interest with conferences, tradeshows, webinars and newsletters. Crossfire Media services also include providing insight to technology companies and associations to assist in the development of business and technical strategy as well as the development and implementation of effective communications and marketing strategy.
Media Contacts:
Company Contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 19
TMC Contact:
Jan Pierret
Marketing Manager
203-852-6800, ext. 228
November 28, 2011
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO EXHIBIT AND SHOWCASE LATEST WIRELESS DATA RADIOS FOR GOVERNMENT AND DEFENSE APPLICATIONS AT I/ITSEC
First time exhibitors will feature latest industrial radios for soldier training applications at the World’s largest modeling, simulation and training conference
ORLANDO, Fla., I/ITSEC, (Booth #2914), Nov. 28, 2011 – FreeWave Technologies, (http://www.freewave.com), manufacturer of the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission, today announced it will exhibit for the first time at I/ITSEC (http://www.iitsec.org/Pages/default.aspx) and showcase its latest industrial grade wireless data radios for government and defense markets. FreeWave radios are used in these industries for a variety of applications, such as command and control of unmanned vehicles and robotics; biological and chemical sensing; asset tracking; Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Micro UAV; guided parachutes; soldier training and range data systems applications; and, more.
“FreeWave is dedicated to serving its customers in the government and defense markets,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer at FreeWave Technologies. “Our customers choose our technologies based on their enduring performance, small footprint and lightweight format – making them ideal for mission critical and life or death applications where proven reliability is a necessity.”
At I/ITSEC, FreeWave will feature its popular radios which are currently used by the Department of Defense and other government organizations for several major training programs and ranges. The MM2, F Series and P Series radios are deployed during soldier training exercises to transmit performance data for after action review (AAR). Soldiers will wear the radios for GPS positioning and to register speed, hit data and other diagnostics for player units, targets and effects. Upon evaluation of the data, a soldier’s performance can be modified to better prepare for combat.
FreeWave’s MM2 radios offer all of the same features of its standard-sized radios but in a much smaller package. It weighs in at 14 grams with a size of 1.4-inches high by 2.0 inches wide. The MM2’s tiny features, long-range ability, reliability and security make it ideal for the government and defense market. The F Series operates in the 225 MHz-400 MHz frequency band and the P Series is available in 1.35 GHz-1.39 GHz. Both are designed to meet the rigorous demands of users worldwide in the most adverse environments.
FreeWave also will demonstrate a diverse collection of its popular ruggedized data radios in its booth at I/ITSEC (#2914). The entire Micro Mini family will be featured, including the MM2-MU (340 MHz-400 MHz), MM2 (900 MHz), GXM (2.4 GHz) and MM2-M13 (1.3 GHz). Additionally, FreeWave will display its F-Series (225 MHz-400 MHz) in enclosed and board level product variants. Attendees are encouraged to stop by FreeWave’s booth for an introduction to the company and to learn about its latest technology offerings.
“The applications our radios are used for directly align with the interest of attendees at I/ITSEC,” said Sharma. “ We hope our booth visitors will walk away from this event understanding the FreeWave difference, which is a combination of unmatched reliability, noise immunity, customer service and cost savings.”
For live updates from the show floor, please follow FreeWave on Twitter (@freewavetech). For more information about FreeWave’s line of wireless data radios, please visit the company’s website at (www.freewave.com).
About FreeWave Technologies
Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies manufactures the most reliable, high performance, 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 network up-time, range and the lowest cost of ownership in its class. 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 trust FreeWave for custom network design, system engineering and customer support that is 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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Media Contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 19
November 15, 2011
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES TO DEMONSTRATE AND SPEAK ON USING INDUSTRIAL GRADE WIRELESS SOLUTIONS FOR EXTENDING PLC CAPABILITIES AT ROCKWELL AUTOMATION FAIR
Wireless data radio leader also to hold contest in booth for chance at winning a 500 GB hard drive
CHICAGO, IL, ROCKWELL AUTOMATION FAIR (Booth #726), Nov. 15, 2011 – FreeWave Technologies, (http://www.freewave.com), manufacturer of the most reliable, high-performance spread spectrum and licensed radios for critical data transmission, today announced it will showcase its latest industrial grade wireless data radio offerings for extending Rockwell Automation Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) at the 2011 Rockwell Automation Fair (http://www.rockwellautomation.com/events/automationfair/).
FreeWave will be demonstrating a wide array of its popular ruggedized data radios in the booth, including the HT Plus and FGR2-PE Ethernet series, FGR2 line of serial products, (in both board and enclosed configurations), and its wireless I/O Expansion Module family. All FreeWave’s products shown can easily be incorporated into Rockwell Automation’s family of PLC solutions for markets that rely on automation solutions, such as manufacturing, water/wastewater, electric power/smart grid and energy/oil and gas.
“There is ever-increasing momentum between Rockwell and FreeWave based on customers’ growing demand for reliable, secure, industrial grade, cost effective wireless products in automation applications,” said Curt Goldman, Business Development Manager at FreeWave Technologies. “Our relationship with Rockwell is a crucial part of FreeWave’s go-to market strategy in the industrial marketplace. We look forward to continuing to work closely with it as a key partner as we bring new wireless solutions and technologies to customers that help address their needs.”
Goldman will be speaking on how FreeWave’s wireless I/O solution is able to extend Rockwell Automation PLC capabilities at the conference by addressing issues previously deemed cost prohibitive, not technical feasible or lacking in sufficient reliability. He will explain how FreeWave spread spectrum wireless data radios with I/O expansion modules can offer increased scalability and performance for Rockwell Automation PLCs, offering customers a more secure and cost-effective solution then has been available. Goldman will be speaking both days of the conference, Nov. 16 and Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. in Room W475A. Copies of his presentation are available upon request (see media contact below).
In addition, FreeWave will be holding a competition during the Rockwell Automation Fair exhibit hours on Nov. 16-17. The competition will time contestants on their ability to stop/start a sensor attached to a FreeWave I/O radio connected to a Rockwell PLC and PanelView Plus via a FreeWave FGR2-CE radio. The person who finishes in the shortest amount of time will win a 500 GB hard drive. Others who participate also will be entered into a random drawing for a hard drive at the end of the conference. To participate in the competition, visit FreeWave’s Booth (#726) either day of the show. FreeWave also will announce a separate competition on Twitter during the Rockwell Automation Fair. To participate, follow FreeWave on Twitter (@freewavetech) Nov. 16 – 17 to be eligible to win a 500 GB, portable hard drive. For more information about FreeWave’s line of wireless data radios, please visit the company’s website at (www.freewave.com).
About FreeWave Technologies
Founded in 1993, FreeWave Technologies manufactures the most reliable, high performance, 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 network up-time, range and the lowest cost of ownership in its class. 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 trust FreeWave for custom network design, system engineering and customer support that is 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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Media Contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 19
cjeffers@catapultpr-ir.com
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
November 10, 2011
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ I/O EXPANSION MODULE SELECTED AS A FINALIST BY CONTROL ENGINEERING FOR ITS ENGINEER’S CHOICE AWARD
FreeWave’s I/O Expansion Module increases the degree of monitoring, control and optimization and offers the most flexible, easily expandable wired and wireless I/O available
BOULDER, Colo., November 10, 2011 — 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 I/O Expansion Module was selected as a finalist in the Network Integration category for Control Engineering Magazine’s 25th Annual Engineer’s Choice Award competition. The Engineer’s Choice Award program highlights some of the best new control, instrumentation and automation products as chosen by Control Engineering’s print and digital subscribers. Finalists for the award are published in Control Engineering’s November print issue, e-newsletters and online. Voting opens this week and closes approximately on December 15. For more information on the Engineer’s Choice Award program, please visit: (http://www.controleng.com/events-and-awards/engineers-choice-awards.html).
“It is very exciting that FreeWave’s I/O Expansion Module was selected as an Engineer’s Choice Award finalist by the industry experts at Content for Engineers (CFE) Media,” said Ashish Sharma, chief marketing officer of FreeWave Technologies. “Not only are we delighted to be part of this prestigious program, but we feel that this recognition echoes our efforts to offer the leading I/O products in the marketplace today.”
I/O Expansion is the newest solution for process automation, process optimization and condition-based monitoring from FreeWave Technologies. Every device in the I/O Expansion line is designed, manufactured, tested and tuned from -40 to 75 °C in FreeWave’s world class manufacturing facilities in Boulder, Colorado to provide the most reliable remote I/O solution available. Modular expansion and universal I/O channels are at the core of I/O Expansion’s technological differentiators. The modular design makes configuration, installation and future upgrades a snap. The universal I/O channels allow users to train on one device and use it in any application.
The Expansion Module snaps directly to I/O radios or serial I/O communication modules without any additional mounting hardware or expansion backplanes. When connected to I/O radios, users can build long-range SCADA networks with distributed, expandable, wireless I/O while providing communications with distributed controllers. Alternately, users can use wireless I/O to create field networks to extend the reach of Remote Terminal Units (RTU’s) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s). When connected to a serial I/O communications module, users can add expandable I/O directly to existing communications infrastructure such as licensed, unlicensed, cellular and satellite wireless communications. Also, users can add expandable I/O to a PLC or RTU at any point in the future.
“Our I/O Expansion products enable our customers to build upon an existing network communications infrastructure, while expanding real-time performance management and condition-based monitoring capabilities,” continued Sharma. “Our customers are our number one priority at FreeWave, and we will continue to develop solutions that not only fit their needs, but enable the most reliable and efficient communication networks in the world.”
For additional information about FreeWave Technologies’ suite of I/O Expansion products please visit: (http://www.freewave.com/PRODUCTS/ALLPRODUCTS/IOExpansion.aspx) or by contacting FreeWave directly at 866-923-6168.
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).
Press Contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
303-581-7760 ext. 19
November 8, 2011
FREEWAVE TECHNOLOGIES’ CRAIG HELD TO PRESENT APPLICATIONS AND INNOVATIONS FOR CATHODIC PROTECTION REMOTE MONITORING
Company executive to express growing need for automated remote monitoring at NACE Western Area Conference 2011
WHO: Craig Held
General Manager, International
FreeWave Technologies, Inc.
Craig Held is general manager of FreeWave Technologies’ 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: “Applications and Innovations for Battery-powered Cathodic Protection Remote Monitoring”
As automated remote monitoring with wireless data communication radios increasingly is becoming a 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 option can be submersed and installed underground. It offers a number of economic benefits, such as real-time compliance and asset protection; continuous, automated remote monitoring – saving precious resources which can be deployed for other more pressing business concerns.
Traditionally, a technician would manually collect pipe-to-soil measurements while making inspections of the right of way or the effected structure. Battery-powered remote monitoring eliminates the need for manual measurements and provides real-time data from the field directly to the user’s fingertips. These new systems are designed for pipe-to-soil users who are committed to exceeding compliance requirements and moving from measurement to active mitigation. Held will discuss remote monitoring options that are available and affordable in a secure proprietary network with no connection fees. He will cover the economic benefits of a battery-powered remote monitoring system and will provide a real-world case study of how technologies, like this, are being deployed at a major international airport to improve its remote, automated monitoring.
WHERE: NACE Western Area Conference 2011
Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa
1775 East Mission Bay Drive
San Diego, CA 92109
WHEN: Wednesday, November 9, 2011
10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Riveria Room
CONTACT: For more information on FreeWave, or to set up an interview with Mr. Held, please contact:
Christin Jeffers
Catapult PR-IR
(303) 581-7760, ext. 19
