Gilat Satellite (NASDAQ:GILTF)
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Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq:GILTF) today
announced that its U.S. subsidiary, Spacenet Inc., introduced its new
Armadillo VSAT, a durable, environmentally controlled broadband
satellite router system suitable for use in outdoor environments and
extreme weather conditions. The Armadillo VSAT is the first satellite
networking system designed expressly for all-weather operation and
maximum survivability in utility/energy and government applications.
To serve the needs of monitoring/SCADA network operators, Spacenet
previously introduced its Armadillo Enclosure, a rugged carbon steel
case for use with the Gilat Skystar 360E and SkyEdge VSAT and
Spacenet's Connexstar satellite networking services. The new Armadillo
VSAT extends the concept further by delivering a new-generation Gilat
SkyEdge satellite router that is constructed with industrial-grade
parts and completely integrated with the weather-proof enclosure.
The Armadillo VSAT can withstand temperatures as low as -40
degrees Celsius (-40 degrees F) and up to 60 degrees Celsius
(140 degrees F) in full sun exposure, and it uses a unique design to
minimize thermal loading from sunlight. The unit offers certain
protection from lightning, contains an internal heating and thermostat
unit and can be used with AC or DC power supplies. Unlike most
industrial enclosures, the integrated Armadillo VSAT does not require
an external heating unit, and has low power requirements that make it
suitable for use with photovoltaic energy systems. The unit also has a
smaller housing footprint than most similar devices and has easy
mounting requirements. The Armadillo VSAT is available as part of
Spacenet's narrowband and broadband Connexstar network services
designed exclusively for enterprise and government customers.
Spacenet President and CEO Bill Gerety said, "Spacenet understands
the mission-critical network and application requirements of our
utility and government customers, and we are committed to delivering a
best-of-breed solution. The Armadillo VSAT offers key advantages for
utility monitoring systems in remote areas and is the foundation of a
reliable networking solution that not only increases reliability but
also introduces new functionality and capabilities. Spacenet's
Connexstar satellite WAN services are now the clear number-one choice
for available-anywhere networks for monitoring and SCADA
applications."
About Spacenet
Spacenet is the worldwide services group of Gilat Satellite
Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq:GILTF). Spacenet Inc., based in McLean,
Virginia, offers connectivity, value-added applications and managed
networks to customers in North America and worldwide, including its
Connexstar satellite and hybrid terrestrial broadband networking
solutions for enterprise and government customers, and StarBand
residential and small-office VSAT services. Spacenet has more than 20
years of experience providing wide area networks, application support,
customer care and network management for some of the largest
satellite-based networks in the world. Visit Spacenet at
www.spacenet.com.
About Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq:GILTF) is a leading
provider of products and services for satellite-based communications
networks. The Company operates under two business units: (i) Gilat
Network Systems ("GNS"), which is a provider of network systems and
associated professional services to service providers and operators
and (ii) Spacenet, which provides in North America, managed services
for businesses and governments through its Connexstar service brand,
for consumers through its StarBand service brand and offers rural
telephony and internet access solutions to remote areas mainly in
Latin America via Spacenet Rural Communications.
Gilat was founded in 1987 and has shipped over 550,000 Very Small
Aperture Terminals (VSATs) to more than 85 countries across six
continents. Gilat's headquarters is located in Petah Tikva, Israel.
The Company has 14 local offices and 3 service facilities worldwide.
Gilat markets the SkyEdge (TM) Product Family which includes the
SkyEdge(TM) Pro, SkyEdge(TM) IP, SkyEdge(TM) Call, SkyEdge(TM) DVB-RCS
and SkyEdge(TM) Gateway. In addition, the Company markets numerous
other legacy products. Visit Gilat at www.gilat.com.
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associated with Gilat's international operations and its location in
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