AirLink Communications Launches Wireless Modems Operating on TELUS' Mike(R) Network26 July 2006
Raven, Raven-E and PinPoint intelligent modems to provide mobile connectivity using iDEN technology throughout multiple industries in Canada
AirLink Communications, Inc., a pioneer and leading provider of fixed and mobile wireless data solutions, today announced the availability of iDEN intelligent modems. Operating on TELUS' Mike network, the Raven, Raven-E and PinPoint modems - powered by ALEOS(TM), AirLink's proprietary intelligent embedded operating system - are designed for the Mike network leveraging the robust feature set of Motorola's iO200 iDEN Embedded Module. The AirLink iDEN intelligent wireless modems enable real-time remote monitoring and pervasive connectivity to fixed and mobile assets for countless business and industrial applications.
With the completion of the iDEN certification, the entire range of AirLink products are now available on both TELUS' Mike and PCS digital wireless networks. This includes AirLink's CDMA 1x modems and the recently announced certification of the Raven-E and PinPoint-E on 3G EVDO technology. "We are pleased to be the first-to-market with forward-compatible solutions to iDEN networks that deliver secure, reliable wireless data communications," remarked Justin Schmid, senior vice-president of marketing and business development for AirLink Communications. "With the addition of AirLink's iDEN technology, AirLink now supports all key wireless applications in Canada, giving us a significant advantage over the competition. This provides our customers with enormous choice and flexibility when selecting the wireless data solution that best meets their unique needs."
"TELUS is pleased to extend its intelligent modem product offering to now include AirLink's iDEN line," said Robert Blumenthal, TELUS senior vice-president of product and services. "We are committed to providing our clients across Canada with next-generation solutions that offer a higher level of data-intensive wireless applications."
The AirLink Raven is a powerful and versatile communications device designed for complex mobile data and remote asset management applications, including telemetry, SCADA, intelligent transportation, utility management, remote monitoring, and homeland security. Certified as Class I Division II, the Raven is rated intrinsically safe and suitable for use in hazardous environments.
The Raven-E provides advanced networking features for private or public IP NAT, GRE/IP-SEC pass through, DHCP server and SNMP management. The Raven-E is the perfect solution for any device with an Ethernet connection that requires pervasive connectivity including PCs, routers, network equipment and POS/ATMs as well as commercial automation equipment.
Combining the rich, location-based intelligence with an embedded, high precision GPS receiver, the PinPoint provides a cost-effective and robust platform for countless mobile workforce and asset tracking applications. Tightly integrated with the AirLink Tracking System and other third-party tracking applications, the PinPoint is a flexible and scalable communications platform for many location-based and mobile data solutions.
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX:T) (TSX:T-A) (NYSE:TU) is a leading national telecommunications company in Canada, with $8.2 billion of annual revenue and 10.3 million customer connections including 4.6 million wireless subscribers, 4.7 million wireline network access lines and 1.0 million Internet subscribers. The company's strategic intent is to unleash the power of the Internet to deliver the best solutions to Canadians at home, in the workplace and on the move. TELUS provides customers with a wide range of wireline and wireless communications products and services including data, Internet protocol (IP), voice, entertainment and video services. For more information about TELUS, please visit www.telus.com.
About AirLink Communications
AirLink Communications, Inc., founded in 1993, delivers wireless data solutions that enable pervasive connectivity to fixed and mobile assets. The company's continued industry leadership is based on its reputation for making complex wireless data solutions work. AirLink proactively designs and commercializes products based on a clear understanding of evolving customer needs. The company maintains strong working relationships with carriers, dealers and solutions providers. Its devices are broadly certified on major wireless networks in North America. AirLink's multi-tiered product suite includes both hardware and comprehensive software. For more information, please visit www.airlink.com.
For further information: for AirLink Communications Blue Mine Group Mona Klausing, (858) 792-2633 x107 mklausing@blueminegroup.com or TELUS Media Relations Julie Smithers, (416) 684-6817 julie.smithers@telus.com
Source: newswire
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