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| In The News |
 Intentional Fiber Cuts Bring Cell Service to a Halt
In a reminder of the fragility of our infrastructure, saboteurs cut fiber-optic cables in San Jose and San Carlos, Calif., last week causing massive cell phone outages, as well as service to other telecommunications media, according to the Morgan Hill Times. MORE |
 Vacuum Excavation Aids With Cell Tower Foundation Modification
Vacuum excavation is primarily used in the oil and gas industry but thanks to a phone call that AeroSolutions made to T-Rex Services, it may find a home in the tower industry. MORE |
RFS Launches One-Stop Shop Strategy for Tower Components
RFS North America has extended its end-to-end support strategy into tower components, such as steel and cabling support equipment used in cell tower installations. RFS plans to be a one-stop shop for the service and supply needs of tower construction companies. MORE |
Tiny Oregon Town Barters for Cell Service
Residents in the city of Ione, Ore., population 300, have petitioned U.S. Cellular for a cell tower. On its face, the petition has little chance but this little town is not giving up easily. MORE |
Florida Raptors Find Cell Towers for the BirdsThe good news is Pinellas County, Fla., bald eagle watchers report that nests have increased about a third over last year to 27, eight of which are in cell towers or similar structures, according to the Suncoast News, Clearwater, Fla. MORE |
NATE Webcast Now Available on Home Page"Tower Company Safety Program Best Practices," the NATE Webcast held on March 18, is now available on the NATE home page at www.natehome.com. MORE |
WFI Launches DAS Integrators Group
WFI has launched its Coverage Solutions Group to serve as systems integrators providing turnkey in-building, venue and outdoor distributed antenna system solutions. MORE |
WIWA Hosts Educational EventWisconsin State Senator Dale Schultz (R) will be the keynote speaker at an upcoming Wisconsin Wireless Association educational event. MORE |
MD/DC Luncheon to Feature Talk on 4G
The MD/DC Wireless Association luncheon next month will feature Todd Rowley, vice president, Sprint, as keynote speaker. The event will take place May 20 at Pier 5 in Baltimore, Md. MORE |
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 Ground Connector
Harger Lightning & Grounding describes its Ultraweld ground connector as an effective and safe method of exothermically welding copper to copper or copper to steel for the purpose of producing permanent electrical connections. The Ultraweld UltraShot ground connector uses an electronic ignition system that is fired by a rechargeable battery controller, which allows the user to maintain a safe distance from the reaction. www.harger.com |
 Grounding Kits
Andrew Compact SureGround grounding kits provide protection against severe lightning strikes. The solid-copper grounding kits have passed U.S. Air Force lightning simulation tests and meet MIL-STD-188-124A. A self-sealing design clips and locks onto the cable in less than a minute. The non-braided, solid-copper construction eliminates corrosion caused by moisture retention. www.commscope.com |
 Indoor Cellular Coverage
Radio Frequency Systems has launched ClearFill Star, a fully digital RF-over-Ethernet indoor cellular coverage solution. ClearFill Star's digital IP-based approach improves indoor wireless service by converting radio coverage into an IP-based Ethernet application. The system uses Cat 5e standard LAN cabling and switches, which reduce the total cost of ownership of the system. www.rfsworld.com
EDITOR'S NOTE-In our April 3 issue description of the Eco-200T fuel cell system from ReliOn we mistyped the company URL. You can reach them at www.relion-inc.com. We regret any inconvenience this many have caused. |
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| Calendar |
April
Nebraska-Iowa Wireless Association
Inaugural Meeting April 22-23 Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino & Hotel 1 Harrahs Blvd Council Bluffs, IA 51501 www.ne-iawireless.org
Florida Wireless Association
FWA Tampa Social Happy Hour April 30 Jackson's Bistro 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd. Tampa, Fl 33602 www.flwireless.org
May
New York State Wireless Association
2nd Annual NYSWA Trade show and Conference May 6-7 Turning Stone Resort and Casino 5218 Patrick Road Verona, NY www.nyswa.info
Wisconsin Wireless Association
"Challenges Facing Rural Wireless Broadband,"
May 7
Madison Concourse Hotel and Governors Club
1 W Dayton St
Madison, WI 53703
Georgia Wireless Association
Charity Sporting Clays Shoot Benefiting National Scholastic Clay Target Program of North Georgia May 12 Etowah Valley Sporting Clays Park 619 Sporting Hill Dr. Dawsonville, GA 30534 www.gawireless.org
Texas State Wireless Association
Third Semi-annual Charity Golf Tournament Benefiting the Keith Harris Scholarship Fund May 14 3102 FM 1960 East Humble, TX 77338 www.txwa.org
Minnesota State Wireless Association
Lunch & Learn Session Understanding the Rev G code standard for Towers/Structural May 20 www.mnstatewireless.org
MD/DC Wireless Association
Lunchion -- Speaker: Todd Rowley, Sprint May 20 Pier 5 Hotel 711 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, MD 21202 www.mddcwa.com
Northwest Wireless AssociationSocial Hour/Lunch Educational Sessions May 21 Meydenbauer Center 11100 NE 6th St. Bellevue, WA 98004 www.nwwireless.org
June
Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee Wireless Associations
2nd Quarter Joint Meeting
June 4-5
Sheraton Reed House
827 Broad Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402
Virginia Wireless Association
Meeting, Luncheon and Live Wi-Max Demo Featured Speaker: Ali Tabassi, Clearwire June 15-16 The National Conference Center 18980 Upper Belmont Place Lansdowne, VA 20176 www.vawireless.org
New Jersey Wireless Association
2nd Quarter Luncheon 2009 Broadband Stimulus Package and How It Will Affect NJ June 18 Woodbridge Hotel and Conference Center 515 Route One South Iselin, NJ 08830 www.newjerseywireless.org
MD/DC Wireless AssociationDay at Camden Yards Orioles vs. Mets June 18 Oriole Park at Camden Yards 333 W. Camden St. Baltimore www.mddcwa.com
Alabama Wireless Association
Sixth Annual Golf Outing June 26 Highland Park Golf Course 3300 Highland Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205 www.alabamawireless.org | |
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