NEW YORK – May 13, 2010 – Arcadian Networks, the private wireless communications provider, today announced a new smart grid communications gateway that advances AMI connectivity to its AE11g platform. The FCC-certified AE11gOW device, the latest product in its SMART Grid Gateway® series, takes interoperability to a new level by integrating the Itron OpenWay® cell relay with the Arcadian Networks’ 700 MHz platform. The two companies are currently working toward commercial authorization of the solution.
Arcadian Networks’ Gateway series is a custom line of modular, plug-and-play devices designed with the perspective of the industry’s leading smart grid players. The AE11gOW is among the first devices to put an AMI collector directly into a backhaul radio “box” for smart meter functionality. In fact, the AE11gOW combines three radios in one box -- allowing for simultaneous connectivity and performance of multiple applications including distribution automation, AMI concentrators, and OpenWay smart meters directly connected to the Arcadian private network.
Like other devices in the Gateway series, the AE11gOW seamlessly connects utilities’ WAN and LAN layering with a cost-effective solution -- a solution that integrates successfully with major partners including Cisco, and now Itron.
Arcadian’s proven and unique design, which incorporates multiple radios in one box, simplifies utility networking while delivering significant advantages over “multi-box” approaches:
- lower installation costs
- increased physical security
- integrated network monitoring
- enhanced network security features.
All Arcadian Networks technology uses the most widely deployed IP standard in the United States.
Future Grid Panelists: How Minnesota Built and Successfully Runs the Nation’s Only Statewide Smart Grid Communications Network
NEW YORK – May 10, 2010 – To see the nation’s energy future, look north, according to panelists Ryan Hentges, and Robert Burchard, two smart grid communications specialists addressing the Smart Grid RoadShow in a panel tomorrow at 2 p.m. in the McKinley Room of the Cincinnati’s Westin Hotel.
The nation’s largest wireless smart grid network begins at the Canada/Minnesota border and stretches southward across the state toward Iowa. Along the way, it integrates power -- from wind, hydro, biomass, natural gas, distributed generation, and coal sources -– and links a network of dozens of cooperatives across rugged and diverse terrain. For three years, the network has proven its value in delivering mission-critical distribution communications, too, including
AMI, Distribution Automation, Substation Automation, and Video Surveillance.
Ryan Hentges, VP of Corporate Services for Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative, will share reliability data and answer questions on MVEC’s experience using Arcadian’s comprehensive package of end-to-end communication solutions that include:
- licensed and secure 700 MHz spectrum
- IP, open-standards based hardware
- an energy focused expertise in design and build-out.
Robert Burchard, Arcadian Networks’ Technology Director, will discuss scalability, interoperability, and future grid ROI from the “network of networks” supporting multiple applications, including:
- Arcadian 700 MHz
- WiMAX (802.16e, 802.16d)
- Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
- 3G/4G (EVDO,GPRS,EDGE,HSPA,LTE)
- Serial, USB, Ethernet
- 900 MHz (ISM and MAS) industrial radio
For details, see the Smart Grid RoadShow agenda
"A "Statewide" Smart Grid Wireless Communications Network - Today and Tomorrow"
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
Session 403 - Infrastructure - McKinley
The Westin Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio
What we've learned: 3 Years Running the Nation's Only Statewide Smart Grid Wireless Communications Network
Arcadian Networks, Minnesota Valley Electric Co-op, Cisco share results from 700 MHz utility networks 8 a.m. Thursday, March 25th
NEW YORK – March 22, 2010 – Panelists will detail methodology and keys to success gained from three years operating a 55,000 square mile smart grid network at a panel presentation “A Statewide Smart Grid Wireless Communications Network: Three Years and Running.” The session will begin at 8 a.m. on Thursday, March 25, as part of DistribuTECH 2010.
Moderator: John Redmon, President, John R. Redmon, Inc.
Panelists:
- John (Jake) Rasweiler, Vice President of Engineering, IT and Network Operations, Arcadian Networks
- Ryan Hentges, Vice President of Corporate Services, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative
- Bradley Tips, Manager of Product Marketing, Smart Grid Marketing, Cisco
Panelists will share vital insights on SCADA and network management, with an emphasis on the design, implementation, and lessons learned from the nation’s only statewide smart grid wireless network, which connects over 25 utilities. The concept builds a network of networks on a 700 MHz foundation and incorporates complementary technologies including:
- Arcadian 700 MHz
- WiMAX (802.16e, 802.16d)
- Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
- 3G/4G (EVDO,GPRS,EDGE,HSPA,LTE)
- Serial, USB, Ethernet
- 900 MHz (ISM and MAS) industrial radio
See Arcadian Networks at DistribuTECH Booth 131.
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
Arcadian Networks Introduces 2nd Generation Gateway for SMART Grid Communications
NEW YORK – March 3, 2010 – Arcadian Networks, the private wireless communications provider, today launched the AE20r, a second generation router/gateway that integrates a multitude of technologies with numerous applications and devices. The AE20r allows utilities to gather real-time information from virtually any converged platform, empowering utilities to manage and monitor assets and to generate smart grid efficiencies.
This newest device from Arcadian Networks is a second generation router/gateway that builds on the tradition of Arcadian’s Gateway products, but adds the ability to link with WiMax. By combining Arcadian’s licensed 700 MHz spectrum with an interface to WiMAX, utilities can now leverage the wide-scale coverage, security, and reliability of the licensed spectrum with the increased capacity and redundancy provided by WiMAX.
The AE20r enhances Arcadian’s comprehensive package of end-to-end communication solutions that include:
- licensed and secure 700 MHz spectrum
- IP, open-standards based hardware
- an energy focused expertise in design and build-out
In addition, these latest benefits complement the connectivity and coverage solutions already provided by Arcadian’s Gateway series: the cost-effective, seamless connectivity between the utility’s high value endpoints with the utility’s hard to reach, high volume deployments.
The multiple AE20r interfaces are capable of supporting:
- Arcadian 700 MHz
- WiMAX (802.16e, 802.16d)
- Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n)
- 3G/4G (EVDO,GPRS,EDGE,HSPA,LTE)
- Serial, USB, Ethernet
- 900 MHz (ISM and MAS) industrial radio
With regard to integration capabilities, the AE20r (ISO9001:2000 certified), is designed with support for partner integration. The unit provides a standards-based platform enabling 3rd party integration of Network Management and Control Systems.
“The design of the AE20r is modular and open, to accommodate the complex requirements of our customers,” commented Arnon Afgin, vice president of research and development. “Not only can the AE20r collapse multiple network technologies into a single compact and converged platform, but our router can also be utilized for both fixed deployments (hot zones, smart grid, smart meter, etc.) as well as low-cost rugged mobile deployments of the field force.”
“Through our AE20r, Arcadian can now offer a unique blend of technologies that meet the coverage and capacity needs of our customers”, added Jake Rasweiler, vice president, IT, engineering & network operations. “However, building a smart grid goes beyond boxes, technologies, and spectrum. Arcadian believes that an enterprise approach is inextricably linked to the Smart Grid. Only by applying Arcadian’s SMART network methodology that combines our customers existing resources, with our licensed spectrum, and the desired applications, can a cost-effective, territory-wide, smart grid be achieved.”
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
Arcadian Networks and Proximetry Collaborate on Smart Grid Wireless Communication Networks
NEW YORK and SAN DIEGO – February 2, 2010 - Arcadian Networks and Proximetry announced today a joint product development program to develop advanced communications solutions for smart grid networks. The program integrates Arcadian’s broadband communication hardware and software with Proximetry's AirSync™ RF control software.
Initial product development will focus on multi-radio wireless routers that incorporate Proximetry's software platform beginning with the Arcadian AE20r which will be powered by AirSync and is expected to come to market midyear.
“Our utility customers will benefit from the broader, enhanced set of products and services for their smart grid communication networks,” said Ed Solar, president and CEO of Arcadian Networks. “Arcadian provides an integrated and turn-key solution that is based on our licensed, secure spectrum and extends to our equipment and RF design. Our joint work with Proximetry will allow us to broaden our multi-layered approach to the smart grid, by accommodating multiple protocols and frequencies required for a truly cost-effective solution.”
“Our combined solution provides a win-win solution to all industry stakeholders,” added Tracy Trent, Proximetry CEO. “Our joint development program with Arcadian makes replacing outmoded, inefficient RF systems with a secure consolidated system easier and will accelerate smart grid initiatives in the industry. Integrating management and control of these networks improves performance, security and interoperability and achieves the lowest total cost of ownership.”
About Proximetry Proximetry provides real-time network and performance management solutions that give wireless operators the ability to easily and seamlessly visualize, provision, and optimally manage their multi-frequency, multiprotocol, multivendor networks. The result is lower network operating costs, more revenues through new service offerings, and higher subscriber satisfaction. AirSync™, the company’s carrier-class software, gives municipal, public safety, energy, transportation, and enterprise network operators as well as carriers the ability to dynamically monitor and manage their wireless networks from a single system to ensure reliable and predictable network performance, especially for mission critical communications. Founded in January 2005, Proximetry is a privately held company headquartered in San Diego, California. For more information, please visit
www.Proximetry.com Proximetry is a trademark of Proximetry, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. About Arcadian Networks Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
Smart Grid Network Designer to Share Secrets of Security, Scalability at GridCom 2010 Panel Today
NEW YORK – February 1, 2010 – Today at 4 p.m. Jake Rasweiler, of private wireless communications provider Arcadian Networks, will join a panel updating utility engineers and executives on the promise and reality of wireless networking for intelligent utility operations. The panel, “The Smart Grid Wireless Communication Network: Today and Tomorrow,” runs from 4 p.m. to 5:30 (track C3) at the GridCom Forum at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, California.
Fellow panelists include: Kyle Jones, principal, Greentech Capital Advisors; Bob Gohn, senior analyst, Pike Research; and Tracy Trent, CEO, chairman and co-founder of Proximetry.
Rasweiler, Vice President of Arcadian Networks’ IT, Engineering and Network Operations, will share the results of three years of qualitative and quantitative reporting on licensed wireless IP communications networks -– including how to accurately model total operating costs for private and commercial utility networks in order to make prudent investment decisions.
With other panelists, Rasweiler will take questions and comment on issues including architecture, security, management, interoperability, scalability, and the smart grid applications now running. Rasweiler, a licensed professional engineer and project management professional with two patents for antenna design and 20 years experience, will outline the ideal methodology for designing a secure, scalable, high performance network.
The group will also cover a vision for tomorrow’s smart grid network, including details on structuring a multi-tiered network with current and future applications and approaches, including WiMAX, LTE, cellular, Wi-Fi, mesh and other solutions.
With smart grid projects poised to roll out nationwide through federal stimulus funding and private initiatives, the panel will provide vital insights from proven field projects for those interested in utility networking that is standards-based, built on an IP converged platform, and scalable for tomorrow’s growth.
About Arcadian Networks Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
Arcadian Networks’ Senior VP Mark Maddox Elected to Second Term on GridWise Alliance Board of Directors
Energy policy expert to provide legislative policy leadership as federally funded smart grid projects get underway nationwide
NEW YORK – November 30, 2009 – Arcadian Networks announced today that Mark Maddox has been elected to a second term on the GridWise Alliance board of directors. GridWise is an influential consortium of more than a hundred public and private stakeholders aligned around a shared vision of a fully integrated electric system. Maddox, whose two-year term will begin in January 2010, will continue leading the Alliance’s Legislative Policy Working Group and delivering energy policy insight based on a distinguished 25-year career as a senior strategic policy, communications, and government relations expert.
As $3.4 billion in Department of Energy (DOE) Smart Grid Investment Grant (SGIG) projects unfold across the nation, Maddox’s experience as a former assistant secretary of the DOE will make him a valuable asset. Maddox brings fresh perspective to the board from his role as chief strategist on government policy for Arcadian Networks, a provider of vital smart grid enabling communications for utilities through private licensed broadband wireless IP networks. Current Arcadian Networks projects link distributed assets (including wind farms) to the electric grid and enable automated metering infrastructure (AMI), SCADA, and other essential smart grid technologies.
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
Arcadian Networks and Itron Join Forces to Deliver Utility Smart Grid Communications
ATLANTA - October 19, 2009 – Arcadian Networks has entered into a joint marketing and development agreement with Itron Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI). The relationship combines the expertise of Itron, a leading provider of end-to-end smart grid solutions including smart meters and software, with Arcadian Networks’ secure, enterprise-wide broadband communication solutions for smart grid applications.
“This collaboration enables Itron and Arcadian to offer utilities a complete smart grid communication solution including integrated operations and backhaul communications for our advanced meter infrastructure and smart grid solutions. Arcadian’s SMART Network Methodology reflects their focus on providing smart grid communications solutions tailored specifically to the needs of the utility industry,” noted Philip Mezey, senior vice president and chief operating officer of Itron North America.
Arcadian Networks Chief Executive Officer Ed Solar added, “We look forward to joining forces with Itron to complement their leadership in smart grid solutions. Arcadian’s strength as the market forerunner dedicated to meeting the stringent security and unique operational needs of utilities is a natural fit with Itron’s expansive smart grid offerings and capabilities.”
About Arcadian Networks Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions –- delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
About Itron Itron Inc. is a leading technology provider to the global energy and water industries. Our company is the world’s leading provider of intelligent metering, data collection and utility software solutions, with nearly 8,000 utilities worldwide relying on our technology to optimize the delivery and use of energy and water. Our products include electricity, gas, water and heat meters, data collection and communication systems, including automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI); meter data management and related software applications; as well as project management, installation, and consulting services.
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Arcadian Networks Selected by AlwaysOn as an OnDC Top 100 Winner
Recognized for game-changing technology and positive impact on public sector
NEW YORK – October 15, 2009 – Arcadian Networks, the innovative provider of smart grid enabling wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector, has been chosen by AlwaysOn as one of the OnDC Top 100 Winners. Inclusion in the OnDC 100 signifies major developments in the creation of new business opportunities that contribute to the renewed and continued prosperity of our country. Arcadian Networks was specially selected by the AlwaysOn editorial team and industry experts spanning the globe based on a set of five criteria: innovation, market potential, commercialization, stakeholder value, and media buzz.
Arcadian Networks and the OnDC Top 100 Companies will be honored at AlwaysOn’s OnDC event on October 19th-21st at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington DC. This two-and-a-half-day executive event features CEO presentations and high-level debates on sectors most impacted by the federal government including greentech, on-demand computing and IT security, education, and the life sciences.
“It’s no secret that technology and innovation are vital to bringing our country out of economic recession and transforming important sectors like energy and healthcare,” said Tony Perkins, founder and CEO of AlwaysOn. “We congratulate the OnDC 100 for their success in introducing new tools, services, and systems to address the nation’s top priorities.”
The OnDC 100 winners were selected from among hundreds of other technology companies nominated by investors, bankers, journalists and industry insiders. The AlwaysOn editorial team conducted a rigorous three-month selection process to finalize the 2009 list.
As energy experts increasingly cite the importance of smart grid enabling communications to meet our nation’s power infrastructure needs, Arcadian Networks is being recognized by the AlwaysOn panel as an innovator whose “game changing technology” represents a significant and “positive impact on the public sector.” Their plug-and-play solution builds the secure, real-time, two-way communications that form the basis for all smart grid communications.
A full list of all the OnDC Top 100 Winners can be found on the AlwaysOn Web site at
http://alwayson.goingon.com/permalink/post/33638 “Arcadian Networks provides secure, wireless, private broadband IP converged networking for electric utilities’ mission critical communications –- including an extensive deployment across Minnesota that forms the backbone of the nation’s only statewide smart grid,” noted Arcadian Networks’ CFO David Levine. “Being recognized by the prestigious AlwaysOn team affirms the value of our work to the smart grid communications needs supporting our nation’s vital power infrastructure.”
About AlwaysOn
AlwaysOn ignited the open-media revolution in early 2003 by being the first media brand to launch a global blog network. In 2004, AlwaysOn continued to lead the media industry in innovation by introducing a social network where members can connect and engage. AlwaysOn is also revolutionizing the media business by applying its open-media principles to its executive event series (Summit at Stanford, OnMedia, OnHollywood, OnDC, GoingGreen East and West, Venture Summit East and West) and quarterly print “blogozine” by empowering its members to post and share their ideas and meet each other online. As our loyal readers know, AlwaysOn is committed to the free-market, merit-driven approach to reporting and event programming. No other media brand has dared to create such open interaction with its readers and event participants.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
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Arcadian Networks simplifies WAN / LAN management for utility smart grid communications
New AE11g SMART Grid Gateway Series enables licensed, secure, end-to-end networking
NEW YORK – October 1, 2009 –Utility communications networks have a new tool for managing the intrinsically complex interconnection of applications, devices, and software in the AE11g SMART Grid Gateway Series from Arcadian Networks. The new series of products delivers seamless connectivity between one of the most complex aspects of mission-critical communications for utilities -- the WAN and LAN networks.
Integrated communication systems are the foundation of the smart grid, and the AE11g radio ensures utilities a smart-grid ready solution through a fully licensed end-to-end, two-way communication network in a rugged outdoor enclosure suitable for mounting on utility infrastructure. The series addresses several other complex utility challenges, including:
- The need to send and receive real-time data whether in rural or urban settings;
- The need for interoperability with multiple proprietary software solutions;
- The ability to adjust to the diverse capacity requirements of multiple technologies.
The AE11g increases technical and economic efficiencies of the utility’s communication architecture, according to Arnon Afgin, vice president of research and development. “The Gateway connects the WAN and LAN layering with an optimal cost-effective solution,” said Afgin. “The WAN layer, using our 700 MHz licensed spectrum, connects to high value endpoints (substations) that require more bandwidth. Concurrently, the LAN layer extends to hard-to-reach, high volume deployments where less bandwidth is needed. The Gateway seamlessly manages both layers.”
The seamless integration of a utility’s existing assets is a top priority when it comes to Arcadian’s enterprise approach. “Our goal is to synchronize our customers’ functional requirements with the most suitable, cost effective, standards-based technologies,” said Jake Rasweiler, vice president, IT, engineering & network operations. “The result is a reliable, licensed, two-way communications network that ensures end-to-end interoperability and security.”
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
CONTACT:
Nancy Broe
The McDonnell Group, Inc.
404-583-0003
nancy@themcdonnellgroup.com
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Arcadian Networks' ARRA Grant Share Could Reach $150 Million
Company that supplies wireless backbone to nation’s only statewide smart grid communications network poised to lead distribution side projects for electric utilities
NEW YORK – August 10, 2009 – Arcadian Networks, in partnership with a combination of investor owned and cooperative utilities in five states, has been included in multiple Department of Energy Smart Grid Investment Grant (SGIG) applications with a total value of $150 million dollars. If approved, the grants would strengthen the role of private spectrum wireless networks in the nation’s smart grid communications infrastructure.
Private licensed communications are generally considered more secure and reliable for mission critical utility data than public spectrum methods. In Minnesota, the Arcadian private spectrum IP standards-based solution has proved effective as part of the nation’s largest distribution side smart grid network. More than a dozen utilities delivering electricity across the state have built a reliable model that is poised to grow, particularly among states moving to integrate renewables into the power grid.
The Arcadian Networks projects fit within the larger ARRA goals to “Create a framework for clean, efficient, American energy and transform our economy with science and technology,” among others.
“Our selection by these utilities in five states to be part of these applications underscores the importance of private broadband networks from a reliability and security perspective, and the strength and viability of our solution to an industry that is rapidly transitioning to full network visibility,” said Arcadian Networks CEO Ed Solar.
In the SGIG application, the Arcadian Network would be utilized to build smart grid communications on the backbone of a 700 MHz wireless IP network. Its uses may include:
- Enhancing Demand Response through real-time, high speed data delivery
- Enabling Advance Metering Infrastructure (AMI) across the entire grid
- Propelling integration of distributed renewables
- Closing communication gaps at rural substations to enhance grid reliability
- Providing plug-and-play, standards-based interoperable networking for current and future technology
- Safeguarding mission critical communications with private spectrum.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service.
Arcadian Networks Earns ISO 9001:2000 International Certification
SII and IQ Net recognize quality management systems of provider of wireless IP broadband network solution for utilities
AIRPORT CITY, ISRAEL – August 4, 2009 – The Standards Institution of Israel (SII) and IQ Net, the International Certifications Network, have granted ISO 9001:2000 certification to Arcadian Networks, Ltd, Israel, for design production and sales of wireless broadband communications systems.
The prestigious ISO 9001:2000 certification is an assurance of quality processes which reinforces Arcadian Network’s emergence as a leader in developing and deploying private licensed wireless IP broadband network communications for the utility industry. The Arcadian solution helps utilities provide the two-way communication that forms the foundation of smart grid technologies.
“The certification underlines the hard work of our team in striving to provide communications solutions with a strong focus on customer service,” noted Arnon Afgin, General Manager and Vice President Research and Development for Acadian Networks, Ltd, Israel.
According to the international standards group, Arcadian Networks “has implemented and maintains a quality management system which fulfills the requirements of the following standards: ISO 9001:2000.” The SII notes that certification includes a rigorous audit of business processes, including fulfillment of:
the customer's quality requirements, and
applicable regulatory requirements, while aiming to
enhance customer satisfaction, and
achieve continual improvement of its performance in pursuit of these objectives.
Afgin commented, “We’re proud to have earned the SII and IQ Net’s stamp of approval and continue to strive to serve our customers with the secure, private licensed networks that are so vital to building smart grid-ready communications for the future.”
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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Private Spectrum Network Strengthens Distribution Side of Smart Grid at Minnesota Electric Co-op
Private Spectrum Network Strengthens Distribution Side of Smart Grid at
Minnesota Electric Co-op
At one-year milestone, “problem” substations now reliably run SCADA,
AMI/AMR applications on Arcadian Network
Minneapolis, MN – July 22, 2009 – Wright Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association passed a smart grid milestone this summer, marking one year since integrating a comprehensive smart grid-enabling communications system built on a private spectrum wireless network from Arcadian Networks.
“There are many definitions of smart gird,” said Lance Hovland, VP Energy Distribution for Wright Hennepin. “For us, from a distribution side, smart grid means automation and communication of substation SCADA data plus advanced metering AMI/AMR to reach high levels of customer service.”
With a 700 MHz licensed wireless IP communications network connecting formerly “poor reliability” stations, Wright Hennepin now operates a fully supported communication platform for AMR and SCADA.
This hasn’t always been the case. Wright Hennepin, which serves about 45,000 electric accounts across two Minnesota counties, has explored many solutions to link widely dispersed substations. “We started out with all substations on a frame relay,” said Hovland. “When DSL became available, we converted most substations to that (along with some of our own 900 MHz wireless systems where we had line-of-sight). But there were a few areas where neither was possible. We looked for a better way.”
Hovland recalls the process: “When our generation and transmission supplier, Great River Energy, put in a private licensed 700 MHz wireless system from Arcadian Networks for all their substations, they left some base points available for the co-ops to use. We took advantage of the opportunity to try out a private network.”
In mid-2008, Wright Hennepin targeted several “problem” stations, where the DSL network would bounce off and on and result in intermittent data. “We cannot afford intermittent communication outages in times of peak power usage. We watch our peaks and make load management decisions based on substation data,” said Hovland. “If we can’t follow our load, we can’t make intelligent decisions. We need high reliability communications from substations to headquarters.”
The first substation to go online was Medina. “It successfully brought back all SCADA and metering data,” Hovland said. “And the savings were considerable -- even better than DSL pricing.”
Next came the Trailhaven and Delano substations. “We’ve seen a huge improvement in reliability,” said Hovland. “Coverage had been spotty and some of the 900 MHz systems didn’t have the signal strength, but the Arcadian Networks system has proven reliable over the past year.”
Following the success of the 700 MHz system, the co-op is considering expanding it to eight to 16 of their total 24 substations. “We’ll be looking at them all,” noted Hovland, “with reliability as the guiding issue.”
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
CONTACT:
Nancy Broe
The McDonnell Group, Inc.
404-583-0003
nancy@themcdonnellgroup.com
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Minnesota smart grid leadership showcased at first SMART Network Summit
NEW YORK – June 10, 2009 – More than thirty utility representatives went to Elk River, Minnesota yesterday to listen, learn, and discuss smart grid initiatives with utility colleagues using innovative communications technology initiated by Great River Energy and provided by Arcadian Networks, Inc.
Regional electric utility leaders were energized by new ideas, national and local policy discussions, and more. Robert Burchard of Arcadian Networks offered a glimpse into the process behind Minnesota’s smart grid leadership. His “SMART Communications Roadmap” outlined steps to deploying smart grid enabling communications on a 700 MHz private wireless IP network.
“It’s exciting to see the technology’s ripple effect on regional electric utility communications -- and beyond,” noted Arcadian Networks’ CEO Ed Solar. “The network first proved its effectiveness for Great River Energy, then went on to empower more than a dozen Minnesota co-ops to build out their own customized two-way communications for AMI, SCADA, and other applications. While many are talking about smart grids, Minnesota is actually doing them.”
Summit attendees from both cooperatives and investor owned utilities heard case studies detailing smart grid enabling technologies currently active at Minnesota co-operatives:
- IT Manager Linda LaTourelle of East Central Energy shared a case study on “Wireless Substation Communication.”
- Connexus Energy’s System Engineer Ed Budde discussed “Implementing 700 MHz Spectrum.”
- Ryan Hentges, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative’s vice president for corporate services, shared how he leveraged broadband IP connectivity in support of two-way AMI for members.
- Don McDonnell, head of a smart grid focused research and marketing agency, spoke on trends in utility investment and government regulation.
- The event concluded with a tour of the GRE network site, where attendees could observe an active deployment of a smart grid communications network.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
Smart Grid Standards Addressed at Connectivity Week 2009
NEW YORK – June 4, 2009 – At Connectivity Week 2009, GridWise Alliance board member and Arcadian Networks senior vice president Mark Maddox, a federal energy policy expert with more than 25 years experience, will address a breakout session of the convention on the topic of industry efforts to accelerate smart grid standards.
Maddox is a board member of the 80 plus member GridWise Alliance, a consortium representing a broad cross-section of energy and electricity industry stakeholders. Maddox will address Connectivity Week participants on June 10th.
Maddox’s insight will provide key perspective for industry leaders seeking to evaluate various state, local, and federal initiatives re-shaping energy policy in historic ways. Working in support of the GridWise Alliance, Maddox fosters strategic partnerships with organizations and government entities committed to increasing and advancing the knowledge of power industry stakeholders with a shared vision of an electric system that integrates infrastructure, processes, devices, information and market structure so that energy can be generated, distributed, and consumed more efficiently, securely, reliably and cost effectively.
With two years in his current role as senior vice president of Arcadian Networks, a smart grid-enabling provider of wireless broadband communications systems to the energy sector, Maddox is particularly attuned to the specific concerns of both national utility leaders and local community officials affected by changing energy policy and emerging smart grid standards. In his distinguished senior policy career, including past service as an Acting Assistant Secretary at the Department of Energy, Maddox has worked on energy initiatives across of all sectors of the industry.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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Smart Grid Evolves With Combined Wireless and Wind Power Technologies
Arcadian Networks, new AWEA member, integrates renewable resources as electric utilities deploy secure licensed wireless IP networks
NEW YORK – April 30, 2009 – Arcadian Networks, a provider of wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector, will announce at WINDPOWER 2009 (booth # 5917) that it has joined the American Wind Energy Association as a business member. Arcadian is expanding its solutions to integrate renewable resources for electric utilities.
With 28 states mandating 25 percent or higher use of renewable resources, Arcadian Network’s solution is increasingly relevant. Arcadian Networks is already active in the wind-friendly Midwest, where a number of utilities use the real-time, two-way communication network to build smart energy solutions.
“Our network currently provides vital communication for wind generators, with wind farms connecting into our network at rural substations,” noted Ed Solar, chief executive officer of Arcadian Networks. “To extend this network to the wind farm and monitoring devices beyond a wind farm’s footprint to provide communications with every device in the communication chain is a natural and beneficial progression.”
The 700 MHz propagation characteristics are ideal for wind power, which often includes dispersed and rural resources. “As electric utilities seek to integrate more renewables into their portfolios, many are finding that Arcadian Networks’ communications can open the door to interoperability and security in ways previously unattainable,” said Solar. “As reliability requirements increase, information sources will become more diverse, and flexible communications networks like Arcadian Networks’ solution will become the norm.”
For more information on Arcadian Networks’ integration of wind and other renewable resources, see http://www.arcadiannetworks.com/article.aspx?MID=5000&CID=8071.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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Arcadian Network Strengthens Smart Grid's "Weakest Link" at Co-Op Substations
NEW YORK – March 12, 2009 – With deployment of a 700 MHz licensed wireless IP communications network, Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative has found an innovative solution to a common problem for rural electric utilities: how to link widely dispersed substations with the fast, reliable two-way communications essential to all smart grid applications.
A smart grid is only as smart as its weakest link, and now with the issue of rural substation communications essentially solved, the co-op sees the Arcadian wireless network as key to unlocking their smart grid future.
“The DSL we used at most substations just didn’t work for certain rural locations, so we decided to test the reliability and performance of the Arcadian Networks solution,” said Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative’s Vice President of Corporate Services, Ryan Hentges. “It’s turned out to be a very good fit.”
Hentges, who oversees IT, telecom, metering and other projects, sees several benefits: “Without communications to substations, the technologies that provide the member benefits wouldn’t be usable. AMI and SCADA, for example, are all made possible through strong two-way communications to substations. If we don’t have strong communications to our substations, we don’t get those benefits – like increased reliability and more detailed information for members to use to review their consumption. And we would have less data for system planning purposes. The Arcadian solution provides the infrastructure that serves as the building blocks of the solid communications to substations that deliver all these member benefits.”
Arcadian Networks’ CEO Ed Solar commented, “We’re happy to see our solution solving utility communications challenges with a flexible and reliable network. The smart grid requires smart communications, and our aim is to empower utilities to build smart communications with our 700 MHz licensed wireless IP network.”
About Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative, located in Jordan, Minnesota, serves approximately 32,000 members in Blue Earth, Carver, Dakota, LeSueur, Rice, Scott, Sibley, Hennepin, and Waseca counties.
www.mvec.net About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit:
www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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Webinar to Review Utility Smart Grid Communications Requirements
NEW YORK – February 19, 2009 – “The Smart Grid Requires Smart Communications” will be the theme of a free Energy Central webcast 1-2 p.m. (Eastern) on Thursday, February 26, 2009. Panelists Jake Rasweiler, Warren B. Causey, and Ed Budde will examine the potential for wireless communication to provide the real-time, two-way communication needed for all smart grid initiatives.
The presentation will review the smart grid from three perspectives:
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An overview of the utility industry today
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A utility's real-life case study relating to its integrated communications platform
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A broadband contractor's description of the network architecture based on licensed spectrum
Rasweiler, Vice President of Engineering and Network Operations for Arcadian Networks, will bring perspective from 20 years of leadership in wireless network design, site development, field operations, and construction. Causey, Vice President of Sierra Energy Group, Energy Central’s Research and Analysis Division, will deliver insights as a researcher, writer, and technology consultant for more than three decades. Budde, a registered electrical engineer with 20 years automation experience, will share a case study based on communications at Connexus Energy, an electrical co-operative serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul region.
To register for the webcast, visit:
http://energycentral.confedge.com/ap/registration/?i=register&e=67bc4deb-451b-4328-bdda-6791cee0cb6e&grp=webcast&newregistrant.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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TechAdvantage Panel to Examine Wireless Broadband Smart Grid Potential
NEW YORK – February 12, 2009 – This week’s TechAdvantage 2009 Learning Labs will feature an important examination of the advantages and disadvantages of utility industry use of wireless broadband communications -- particularly their value to smart grid roadmap strategy. Arcadian Networks’ Vice President of IT, Engineering, and Network Operations Technology Jake Rasweiler will lead a panel discussion at 1:15 p.m. Friday, February 13th at TechAdvantage.
The panel, “Wireless Broadband in the Co-op Community: a Smart Grid Case Study,” features Ed Budde, Systems Engineer for Connexus Energy, and Linda LaTourelle, IT Manager for East Central Energy. Budde and LaTourelle will share lessons learned through implementation of a 700 MHz licensed wireless IP communications network. Each will comment on practical ways the network is laying a foundation for future smart grid uses at their co-operative.
Rasweiler, a 20-year veteran of business process and engineering specialties, is a respected thought leader in wireless network design, site development, field operations, and construction. His writings –- on urban network design, microcell technology, and critical infrastructure communications -- have appeared in utility trade publications worldwide. He is a frequent presenter at international conferences.
TechAdvantage 2009 is the only national event designed specifically for electric cooperative management and professionals in engineering, operations, IT, purchasing and supply management.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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Arcadian Networks’ Senior VP Mark Maddox Appointed to GridWise
SAN DIEGO – February 3, 2009 – Arcadian Networks announced today at the 19th annual DistribuTECH (Booth 219) that Mark Maddox has been named a board member of the GridWise Alliance, a consortium of public and private stakeholders aligned around a shared vision of a fully integrated electric system. Maddox will serve the GridWise Alliance board by delivering energy insights based on a distinguished 25-year career as a senior strategic policy, communications, and government relations expert.
Maddox brings perspective to the board from his role as chief strategist on government policy for Arcadian Networks, a company providing vital smart grid access for utility communications through delivery of 700 MHz licensed wireless IP communications networks. Maddox’s experience serving as an Assistant Secretary (acting) at the Department of Energy (DOE), where he played a leading role in historic energy initiatives, makes him a valuable asset in assessing green energy initiatives of interest to the Obama administration.
President Obama's pre-inaugural transition team had asked the GridWise Alliance to project the number of jobs that would be created by government investment in the deployment of a smart grid. The GridWise report, released in January, projected 280,000 new jobs tied directly to the smart grid. “The smart grid will allow information technologies to revolutionize the American energy sector the way they have transformed other aspects of business,” said Maddox. “It creates value for everyone involved by using technology solutions that cross enterprise and regulatory boundaries.”
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks designs and delivers wireless broadband communication systems to the energy sector. The real-time, two-way communication networks provide the backbone of all “smart” energy solutions – delivering operating efficiencies, interoperability and security. Designed specifically for utility, oil and gas, and renewable energy industries, the IP converged networks are based on private, secured 700 MHz spectrum. Customized services range from blueprint to network deployment, systems integration, through customer service. For more information, please visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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Arcadian Delivers Substation Communications For Runestone Electric Association
NEW YORK – January 6, 2009 – Runestone Electric Association of Alexandria, Minnesota is the latest member of a rapidly growing community of utilities updating distribution system communications with Smart Grid ready, 700 MHz licensed wireless IP communication networks from Arcadian Networks. Runestone Electric Association has deployed the Arcadian solution to link all their substations across a wide rural territory. The system is managed in partnership with the cooperative’s wholesale power supplier, Great River Energy.
Like many rural electrical cooperatives, Runestone faced significant challenges in communicating with widely dispersed assets. “Our substation communications fell under the jurisdiction of five different telephone companies,” noted Dave Blom, IT Manager at Runestone. “By tying in with the private licensed spectrum broadband network which GRE built, we were able to streamline our systems into a single wireless platform that will support our communications needs for years to come,” Blom said.
The Arcadian solution, installed in only a few days at all 16 substations, has cut costs and increased the speed and security of data delivery. Runestone no longer needs to spend time or money engineering “work around” solutions to a patchwork of legacy phone lines.
Arcadian network allowed Runestone to build the communications system tailored to the needs of the co-operative and its members.
“Meter data download times have been reduced from an hour to just minutes (for all 16 substations),” said Blom. “We’ve also saved money by eliminating monthly phone company charges for telephones.”
The new system also paves the way for increased remote distribution switching, relaying data from truck-based mobile units, and adapting to future smart grid technologies, which build on the two-way communication established through the Arcadian network.
About Runestone Electric Association Runestone Electric Association of Alexandria, Minnesota provides member-owners with superior quality electric and customer services at competitive prices while supporting local communities. Runestone Electric Association is a distribution member of Great River Energy.
About Arcadian Networks Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The real-time broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields.” For more information, please visit www.arcadiannetworks.com
East Central Energy deploys Smart Grid-ready communications system
NEW YORK – November 24, 2008 – East Central Energy (ECE), Minnesota’s third largest electrical cooperative, is deploying a Smart Grid-ready communications system linking 36 substations with a 700 MHz licensed wireless broadband communication network from Arcadian Networks made possible through a partnership with the cooperative’s wholesale power supplier, Great River Energy of Maple Grove. Information accessibility and security across its widely dispersed network are two of the biggest priorities for ECE, which delivers power to more than 57,000 homes, farms, and businesses across challenging terrain in Minnesota and Wisconsin. “With nearly 70,000 PLC equipped meters reporting through substation data concentrators, communications with our remote locations is challenging,” said Linda LaTourelle, the IT Manager overseeing the transition to the Arcadian solution. “Our older dial-up communications were maintenance intensive and required us to support an expensive frame relay network to get information back to headquarters in Braham, Minnesota. Some remote substations simply could not be reached by dial-up, and this required us to patch together a non-broadband, mismatched solution.” ECE saw the need to upgrade to a unified and modern communications platform to support its plans for additional smart grid applications in the future. “We liked the idea of a private network and had considered putting in our own wireless system,” said LaTourelle. “When we studied the capabilities of the Arcadian system, we saw that it brought the security, privacy, and reliability we wanted along with a strong ongoing return on our investment.”
ECE has now completed installation of Arcadian at 32 of 36 substations and expects to complete the roll out by the end of the year. “We are already benefiting from the broadband accessibility to our substation communications throughout the entire territory, and the team is talking about the Smart Grid potential of the network.”
About East Central Energy
East Central Energy is a member-owned electric cooperative that serves more than 57,000 homes, farms and businesses in east central Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. ECE provides electricity, high-speed Internet and long distance services, as well as community and business development and environmental services. Formed in 1936, ECE is one of Minnesota’s oldest member-owned electric cooperatives.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The real-time broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields.”
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Arcadian Networks Presents on Smart Grid Wireless Communications at Atlanta Industry Forums
Arcadian Networks Presents on Smart Grid Wireless Communications at Atlanta Industry Forums
ATLANTA – November 4, 2008 – Arcadian Networks announced today that two members of its engineering leadership team will be presenting on smart grid wireless utility communications here at upcoming industry forums. Arcadian Networks recently added its fifteenth utility network customer under its managed service broadband wireless communication networks. Jake Rasweiler, Arcadian Vice President of Engineering and Network Operations, will present a case study on Thursday, November 6 at The REMOTE 2008 Conference & Exhibition to be held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel. Rasweiler will discuss strategies for smart grid communications over a standards-based, licensed frequency, high speed wireless IP network. On November 13, Arcadian Networks Director of Technology Robert Burchard will present at the Grid-Interop Forum a presentation The Smart Grid Goes Beyond Smart Meters on a panel led by Chris King of eMeter with additional panelists from Eka Systems, Itron, and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI).
Grid-Interop takes place in Atlanta, GA November 11-13. The conference, organized and supported in partnership with the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the GridWise™ Architecture Council, and the US Department of Energy, will inform and engage public and private electric systems stakeholders in the integration issues associated with the complex, distributed automation systems involved in creating a more efficient, reliable, and Arcadian Networks, Inc. | 400 Columbus Avenue, Suite 210 E | Valhalla, NY 10595 | info@arcadiannetworks.com
resilient electric system. Arcadian Networks Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Mark Maddox, is Chairman of the GridWise Alliance’s Legislative and Policy Working Group. For more information on Grid-Interop, visit: http://www.grid-interop.com/2008/
The Remote 2008 Conference and Expo will focus on the leading advancements for the monitoring and management of distributed equipment and facilities, remote assets, automated process & system controls and device networks. Large-scale users and industry experts will speak on SCADA, security (cyber and physical), control, automation, onsite and back-up power, M2M, networking, emerging wireless technology, telemetry and condition monitoring. For additional information visit: http://www.remotemagazine.com/rem08_index.php.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The real-time broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields.” For more information, please visit www.arcadiannetworks.com
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Kandiyohi Power Deploys Arcadian Networks For Distribution System Communications
NEW YORK – October 27, 2008 – Kandiyohi Power is the latest member of a rapidly growing community of utilities that have upgraded distribution system communications with Smart Grid ready, 700 MHz licensed broadband IP communication networks from Arcadian Networks. The Kandiyohi Power cooperative has provided electrical power to its members in West Central Minnesota since 1939. With Arcadian Networks broadband connectivity now deployed to eight of its substations, Kandiyohi is positioned at the forefront of cooperatives prepared to utilize new Smart Grid strategies enabled by two-way IP infrastructure communications. Kandiyohi selected Arcadian after recognizing a need to position itself to be ready for future automation technology. Kandiyohi representative Chuck Ott said, “We knew that we would be switching to new substation processing units that will require an Ethernet connection. Using the 700 MHz Arcadian system that now supports our automated metering backhaul communications, we will be able to hook right up and expand our use of the installed network.” Kandiyohi wanted to prepare not only for planned technology upgrades, but also for new automation initiatives in the future. Ott said, “One of the driving forces behind our decision was the possibility of time-of-use rates in the future and our plans for an ongoing roll out of two-way advanced metering infrastructure in support of our members.”
The Arcadian managed service network model allows Kandiyohi to lower maintenance costs for the communications system and decrease its operational risks allowing for significant additional cost savings over alternatives. “We appreciate being able to operate a secure and reliable network to support distribution substation system communications without needing to bear all the costs and risks of upkeep,” concluded Ott.
About Kandiyohi Power Kandiyohi Power Cooperative, a Touchstone® Energy Partner, was organized in November, 1935 under the cooperative laws in the State of Minnesota to furnish, improve, and expand electric service to its members in the West Central area of Minnesota. Kandiyohi is a total energy provider, serving members across Minnesota’s Kandiyohi, Swift, Stearns, and Chippewa Counties.
About Arcadian Networks
Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The real-time broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields.” For more information, please visit www.arcadiannetworks.com
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Crow Wing Power’s Wireless Initiative with Arcadian Networks Delivers
NEW YORK – September 24, 2008 – Crow Wing Power, Brainerd, Minn. recently reached the one-year mark in a project implementing a 700 MHz licensed wireless broadband communication network from Arcadian Networks. The Crow Wing Power electric cooperative, which serves 36,000 members in rural north central Minnesota, has deployed substation communications over the Arcadian Network to support delivery of substation automation communication, advanced metering, and energy efficiency programs. The project places Crow Wing at the forefront of cooperatives deploying Smart Grid strategies and two-way infrastructure communication.
In August 2007, Crow Wing Power was looking to expand on its two-way advanced metering programs while updating communications with its rural substations. Challenges included a tight project timeline and the logistical challenges posed by harsh winter weather conditions in northern Minnesota.
“We needed a secure and reliable network to support distribution substation system communications and, after considering and comparing alternatives such as a microwave system, we concluded that Arcadian networks could best meet our needs across our widely dispersed service territory,” noted Crow Wing IT Manager Todd O’Hotto.
Crow Wing’s power supplier, Great River Energy, told them about the Arcadian broadband communications solution recently put in place by other Great River Energy members, including Connexus, Todd-Walena, and Agralite Electric. “When we realized how easy it could be for us to just plug into the Arcadian network connection ports and get up and running, we knew we’d found a winning solution,” said O’Hotto.
Beginning in October 2007, Crow Wing began connecting to the Arcadian licensed broadband network for two way wireless data communication with 25 substations, supplying around 55 thousand customer members. Most substations were up and running by June 2008. “As we finish making all infrastructure improvements by this winter, we already see great benefits from the Arcadian platform,” said O’Hotto. “By reducing our costs to supply power, we can keep charges lower for our consumer members while ensuring reliable service delivery. The network has proven itself to be a secure and reliable foundation for our smart grid efforts and smart business in support of our membership.”
About Crow Wing Power
The Crow Wing Power electric cooperative serves 36,000 members in rural north central Minnesota, distributing electricity over 4,700 miles of line, serving seven customers per mile. Crow Wing is one of over a thousand cooperatives comprising the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
About Arcadian Networks Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The realtime broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields”. For more information, please visit www.arcadiannetworks.com
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CalAmp Selected by Arcadian Networks to Provide Mobile Wireless Data Communications Equipment
OXNARD, Calif., September 17, 2008--CalAmp Corp. (Nasdaq: CAMP), a leading provider of wireless products, services and solutions, today announced that Arcadian Networks will use mobile data equipment from CalAmp with its private licensed wireless communications network. Arcadian Networks is a wireless carrier providing voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications serving electric, water and gas utilities and oil and gas companies.
With the agreement, Arcadian Networks will market, sell, and distribute CalAmp’s openarchitecture IP-based mobile data network equipment as part of an end-to-end wireless communications solution. The equipment will be customized for Arcadian Networks’ private licensed 700 MHz network spectrum. Arcadian Networks’ platform provides mission-critical wireless connectivity and allows dispatchers and other back-office staff to communicate and relay data securely, efficiently and accurately to field personnel throughout the coverage area. Applications include mobile workforce management, asset management, outage management, billing and customer care, among others. This provides Arcadian Networks’ customers with improved efficiencies and lower operational costs and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields”.
Arcadian Networks’ secure mission-critical mobile data network platform includes CalAmp’s Dataradio Paragon 3 full-duplex base station operating at speeds up to 128Kbps with built-in standard router and dual Ethernet 10/100 base T interfaces. In addition, the mobile data equipment for use in the field includes the Dataradio Gemini G3 800/700MHz mobile modem that provides features such as the patented parallel-decode technology, dual receivers and the use of HyperCode forward error correction for greater sensitivity in multi-path and fading environments. The Gemini G3 is also equipped with a 12-channel GPS receiver.
Jake Rasweiler, Vice President Engineering & Network Operations of Arcadian Networks, commented, “Arcadian Networks provides a robust wireless broadband platform, which combines the privacy and security of our licensed 700 MHz spectrum with state-of-the-art voice and data networking equipment. We look to provide our customers with best-in-class solutions on the nation’s only mission-critical network devoted to utilities and oil and gas companies. CalAmp is a recognized leader with innovative, reliable and cost effective wireless communications products and we welcome them to our network.”
“We are pleased to have been selected to provide Arcadian Networks with the wireless data communications equipment that will be used over their private licensed wireless network,” stated Gary Sonnier, Vice President and General Manager of CalAmp’s Public Safety Mobile unit.
“This agreement provides us with a strong distribution partner for our products and will also allow Arcadian to expand upon their wireless communications capabilities and provide a turnkey mobile data solution to their customers. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with Arcadian Networks.”
About CalAmp Corp. CalAmp provides wireless communications solutions that enable anytime/anywhere access to critical data and content. The Company serves customers in the public safety, industrial monitoring and controls, mobile resource management, public utilities and direct broadcast satellite markets. The Company’s products are marketed under the CalAmp, Dataradio, SmartLink, Aercept, LandCell and Omega trade names. For additional information, please visit www.calamp.com.
About Arcadian Networks Arcadian Networks provides “last mile” wireless carrier services to the energy sector (electric, water, and gas utilities and oil and gas companies). The company’s 700 MHz licensed spectrum delivers a converged IP network with voice and data communications for fixed and mobile applications. The real-time broadband communications platform reduces operational costs, improves resiliency, and transforms electric grids into efficient “smart grids” and oil fields into optimized “smart fields”. For more information, visit: www.arcadiannetworks.com.
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FreeWave and Arcadian Networks Deliver 700 MHz Wireless Radio
FreeWave Technologies (
http://www.freewave.com), the largest independent provider of high performance spread spectrum and licensed radio products and services, and Arcadian Networks (
http://www.arcadiannetworks.com), a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today that they have delivered a new 700 MHz wireless radio to serve the energy industry.
Arcadian Networks Announces Appointment of David Levine as Chief Financial Officer
NEW YORK - August 25, 2008 – Arcadian Networks Inc., a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced the promotion of David Levine to Chief Financial Officer. Levine moved to this role from his position of Vice President of Finance.
"I am excited about the strategic direction of Arcadian Networks,” said Levine. “As we partner with energy companies across the United States, we will continue to deliver our value proposition to help customers reduce operational costs and increase reliability and efficiency.”
Arcadian Networks Announces the Addition of Two Minnesota Coops to Its 700 MHz Wireless Network
NEW YORK, July 14, 2008 – Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announcedtoday that Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative and Agralite Electric Cooperative, two electric utilities located in central Minnesota, have joined its 700 Megahertz communications network to monitor andmanage meter information across their dispersed service area.
Arcadian Networks Establishes New Wireless Business Unit to Provide Systems Integration to the Energy Sector for Next Generation Wireless Communications
NEW YORK, July 10, 2008 - Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), today announced the formation of a new, Israel-based, business unit to augment its wireless solutions.
GridWise™ Selects Mark Maddox to be Chairman of its Legislative and Policy Working Group
The GridWise ™ Alliance announced today that it has selected Mark Maddox, Senior Vice President Government Affairs of Arcadian Networks, to serve as Chairman of its Legislative and Policy Working Group (LPWG).
Arcadian Networks Announces New VP of Sales
NEW YORK, May 19, 2008 - Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today that Mike Beasley, age 49, has joined the Company as Vice President of Sales.
Beasley brings over 23 years of sales experience across multiple industries, including utilities, oil and gas, healthcare and retail. Most recently, Beasley managed IBM’s Maximo® sales team for utilities across the U.S. and Canada. Prior to joining IBM, he held sales leadership positions at Indus International and Eastman Kodak, as well as executive sales positions at Manhattan Associates and MRO Software.
Connexus Energy Selects Arcadian Networks To Build A Secure, IP-Based, Wireless Networks For Mission Critical Communications
NEW YORK, April 1, 2008 – Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held wireless carrier, announced today that it has signed Connexus Energy, Minnesota’s largest electric distribution cooperative, as a new subscriber to the company’s secure, IP-based, wireless broadband network. Connexus Energy will now be connected to Arcadian Networks’ 700 MHz licensed broadband platform to manage and control mission-critical data and operations in real-time at three commercial, industrial locations.
Arcadian Networks Announces New Advisory Board Member
NEW YORK, March 19, 2008 - Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), today announced the addition of Kim I. Mastalio to the company’s energy advisory board.
Arcadian Networks and FreeWave Technologies Announce Business Partnership
NEW YORK & BOULDER, Colo., March 10, 2008 – Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today that it has entered into a business partnership with FreeWave Technologies in order to enhance and diversify its existing wireless communications platform.
Arcadian Networks Announces New CEO
NEW YORK, February 26, 2008 – Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier for energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today that Ed Solar has been named Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
Mr. Solar, who joined the company in November 2007 as Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, replaces co-founder Gil Perez, who will remain with the Company as Chairman of the Board.
Stearns Electric Association Joins Arcadian Networks’ 700 MHz Wireless Network
Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today that Stearns Electric Association has joined its 700 Megahertz communications network to monitor and manage meter information across its dispersed customer base.
Arcadian Networks Announces Advisory Board
NEW YORK, Jan 23, 2008 – Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced the formation of its energy advisory board to support its efforts in modernizing communications infrastructures for today’s most critical industries.
Arcadian Networks Fills Communications Need for First Responders & Critical Infrastructure Industries
Valhalla, NY, January 22, 2008- The nation’s police, fire and other first responders and critical infrastructure industries now have a secure, wireless solution for their communications needs in rural America. Arcadian Networks (www.arcadiannetworks.com), is going to make available its piece of the 700 MHz spectrum, in conjunction with leveraging the already allocated 700 MHz spectrum allotted to first responders, to help build-out a nation-wide communications network.
Arcadian Networks Announces Appointment of Senior VP, Sales, Marketing & Business Development
NEW YORK, December 3, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier serving energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today the appointment of Edward Solar as Senior Vice President, Sales, Marketing and Business Development, effective immediately.
Arcadian Networks Announces Opening of Houston Office Placing the Company in the Center of the Energy Industry
NEW YORK, October 15, 2007 Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier for energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today the opening of its new office in Houston, Texas, strategically positioning the company in the heart of the nation’s oil, gas and electric industries.
Located at 5847 San Felipe, the Houston office will enhance Arcadian Networks’ sales presence in the state of Texas and bring Arcadian Networks closer to its customers across the entire sector in the country’s largest energy market. The company now operates out of offices in New York, Washington, D.C. and Texas.
Arcadian Networks Appoints Mark Maddox as Senior VP of Government Affairs and Establishes Presence on Capital Hill Company Opens New Office in Washington D.C.
NEW YORK, September 12, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier for energy companies with dispersed assets (electric, gas and water utilities, and oil and gas companies), announced today that it has enhanced its position as a leading advocate of Smart
Grid legislation with the appointment of Mark Maddox as Senior Vice President of Government Affairs.
Based out of the Company’s new office in Washington, D.C., Mr. Maddox will lead all state and federal government regulation activities related to Smart Grid legislation and deployments. In addition, Mr. Maddox will serve as a key liaison with government groups and trade associations. He will act as an advocate for Arcadian Networks and for increased wireless broadband technology within the utility industry.
Mr. Maddox has served in a variety of senior strategic policy, communications and political positions during his 25-year career, most recently serving as Counsel to the Livingston Group, a Washington lobbying firm in the practice areas of Energy and the Environment, International Relations, and Science, Technology and Telecom. From March 2004 until January of 2006, Mr. Maddox held the position of Acting Assistant.
Arcadian Networks Partners with Horizon Energy Group to Deliver “Smart Grid” Strategies to Electric Utilities Across the U.S.
NEW YORK, August 23, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, Inc., a wireless communications carrier for “critical-infrastructure” industries with dispersed assets, announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Horizon Energy Group to offer a complete suite of strategic business, engineering and technical services to their prospective and established client base.
With the passage of the 2005 Energy Policy Act, electric utilities have begun implementing “Smart Grid” modernization strategies, which focus on improving the reliability, security, and efficiency of the electric grid, the effectiveness of their business processes as well as improved service for their customers. A particular challenge to these industries is the need to monitor, command and control remote assets located in sparsely populated, rural areas, where the economics and logistics of providing continuous on-site support is impractical.
Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier for “critical-infrastructure” industries with dispersed assets, was added today to the annual “Fierce 15” list, and was cited as one of the top wireless broadband companies of the year. FierceBroadbandW
FierceBroadbandWireless brings the latest broadband wireless news on WiFi, WiMAX, muni WiFi and other pertinent broadband wireless topics and technologies to more than 48,000 wireless industry insiders. “Arcadian Networks offers a new twist to wireless broadband, choosing to focus on areas and end users where communication systems are vital but are often lacking or outdated. The company has smartly chosen to focus on building private wireless networks in the licensed 700 MHz band, and offers connectivity to utilities and other ‘dispersed-asset’ industries in rural areas. This year, Arcadian Networks’ impressive financing means the company can be aggressive with its strategy,” said Lynnette Luna, Editor of FierceBroadbandWireless.
Arcadian Networks, a wireless communications carrier for “critical infrastructure” industries with dispersed assets, issued the following statement with regard to the pending FCC auction of 700 MHz spectrum.
Gil Perez, president and chief executive officer of Arcadian Networks stated, “Arcadian Networks believes it is in the best interest of this country that the FCC hold an open auction of the 700 MHz spectrum. There are two issues we can all agree upon: an opportunity like this will not arise again and wireless technologies will change our future. Competition, a cornerstone of this country, will lead to innovations that benefit us all; any restrictions imposed upon a totally open auction will only curtail progress.
Arcadian Networks Completes $90 Million First Round of Funding with Latest Investment from Goldman Sachs. Investment underscores the importance of providing rural wireless connectivity to Utilities and Oil & Gas assets using the 700MHz Licensed Spectrum.
NEW YORK, April 27, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held wireless telecommunications carrier, today announced that it has raised an additional $30 million of financing from lead investor Goldman Sachs. With this closing, Arcadian Networks has raised a total of $90 million in financing over the past twelve months.
Leading Grid Modernization Firms Form NextGrid NOW™ Alliance Announcing Smart Grid Services for Cooperative and Municipal Utilities
WASHINGTON, April 24, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, EnerNex Corporation, GridAgents, Horizon Energy Group LLC and UTInnovation LLC, today announced a strategic services alliance, called NextGrid NOW at GridWeek 2007.
Arcadian Networks’ Executives to be Featured Speakers at Thought Leadership Events
NEW YORK, March 5th, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced today that two senior executives of the company will be featured speakers at the Rocky Mountain Electric League (RMEL) Distribution Conference and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Digital Energy Showcase, highlighting the increased demand for broadband wireless networking carrier services and solutions.
Arcadian Networks and DVTel partner to deliver IP-based remote surveillance, access control, and monitoring of remote sites and assets via Arcadian Networks’ 700MHz wireless broadband network.
NEW YORK, January 15th, 2007 – Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, missioncritical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced the certification of select DVTel IP-based remote video surveillance and monitoring products today. With this announcement, companies with a need to secure and monitor remote sites and assets (such as electric utility substations, oil field well heads, supply depots and equipment warehouses) can do so in real-time, wirelessly from virtually anywhere across the Arcadian Networks broadband service area.
National Blueprint Established for Mission-Critical Communications
NEW YORK, November 16th, 2006 -- Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless broadband carrier, announced today that it has reached a major milestone in the deployment of the nation's first broadband wireless network dedicated to industries with remote, dispersed assets that require a high-quality of service including performance, privacy, security and availability. The network, parts of which went live today, will span most of Minnesota and a part of Wisconsin.
Arcadian Networks to host a “Maximizing Asset Productivity” seminar series, commencing in the State of Minnesota. The event will feature industry luminaries and Arcadian Networks customers and executives.
NEW YORK, October 18
th, 2006 -- Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced that it will host a multi-city seminar series called “Maximizing Asset Productivity”. The seminars will focus on industries that can benefit from a ubiquitous, secure, high-performance communication infrastructure. Such industries include electric and water utilities, as well as oil and gas, public safety, mining, transportation, environmental companies and other businesses with dispersed critical infrastructure and assets. The event coincides with Arcadian Network’s launch of Minnesota’s first ubiquitous broadband wireless IP network dedicated to businesses with dispersed assets.
Arcadian Networks Opens Office in Minnesota to Service Demand for it’s Private, Broadband Wireless IP Networking Service.
NEW YORK, October 17th, 2006 -- Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced that it has opened its office at 12580 192nd Court; Elk River, Minnesota 55330. The facility will be occupied by Arcadian Networks’ customer service and sales professionals and feature the company’s portfolio of products and services.
Arcadian Networks to Offer Secure, Private, Broadband Wireless IP Networking Service throughout State of Minnesota. Fifty Percent of Network is Complete.
NEW YORK, October 16
th, 2006 -- Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced that its broadband wireless network currently covers fifty percent of the State of Minnesota. Companies with a need to monitor, command and control remote, dispersed assets (such as SCADA and telemetry equipment) in real-time from virtually anywhere across the Arcadian Networks service area may now leverage the Arcadian Network without the need to build their own private, wireless broadband network or re-develop internet protocol (IP) business applications.
Arcadian Networks to Develop “Go to Market” Infrastructure to Complete and Accelerate Adoption of its Mission-critical Network Solutions
NEW YORK, September 12th, 2006 -- Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced the appointment of Safi Oranski, vice president of business development and Joseph Zarb, vice president of marketing. The appointments follow the appointment of Robert Hearn, national vice president of sales and John Rasweiler vice president, engineering and network operations and accompany the launch and expansion of the company’s third-party solutions and intrinsic capabilities.
Arcadian Networks Secures an Additional $20 Million of Financing Mission-critical, Wireless, Broadband Communication Carrier to Accelerate Delivery & Rollout of Nationwide Network
Arcadian Networks, Inc., a privately held, mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, today announced that it has raised an additional $20 million of financing. With this closing, Clal Industries and Investments Ltd. (CII) will join existing investors Goldman Sachs and Gilo Ventures.
Arcadian Networks Taps Telecommunications Industry Experts for Critical Customer Service, Support and Sales Executive Roles
Arcadian Networks, Inc., a mission-critical, wireless, telecommunications carrier, announced the appointment of Robert Hearn, national vice president of sales and John “Jake” Rasweiler, vice president of engineering and network operations.
Arcadian Networks launches the first private, secure, wireless data communication carrier for dispersed asset industries in rural U.S.
Arcadian Networks Launches The First Private, Secure Wireless Data Communication Carrier for Dispersed Asset Industries in Rural U.S.
Starts Network Build-Out with Great River Energy as First Client
Funding Group Includes Goldman, Sachs & Co. and Gilo Ventures