Private Equity Firm to Build Nationwide Wireless Data Network
With the FCC's decision to authorize the transfer of control of SkyTerra Communications to Harbinger Capital Partners on March 26 the doors are swinging open for the creation of a terrestrial broadband mobile 4G LTE network to provide wireless data on a nationwide basis, using mobile satellite services (MSS) spectrum, ancillary terrestrial component (ATC) spectrum and terrestrial-only spectrum. MORE |
Township Set to Slam the Door on New Towers
Many local zoning ordinances require carriers to consider collocating before they site their antennas elsewhere, but the Township of West Windsor, N.J., is going one step further, allowing new antennas ONLY if they are collocated on an existing structure. MORE |

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Peppertree Ups Investment in Horvath Towers
In a vote of confidence, Peppertree Capital Fund has increased its equity commitment to Horvath Towers by $20 million. Along with existing equity and debt financing, the total funds invested in Horvath come to $56 million. At $200,000 a pop, the investment will fund the construction of 100 towers to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2011. MORE |
CalWA Premieres Video Supporting Infrastructure
California Wireless Association (CalWA) premiered the video, "You Can't Have One Without The Other," at the Tower Technology Summit last week in Las Vegas. The 5-minute video was made to help CalWA members educate the public on the need for wireless infrastructure, and it was shown as part of the session "Meeting the Challenge of Municipal Regulations," which was moderated by Peter Summerville, Rialto Communications. MORE |

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Petition Would Allow Towers to Use New Collision Avoidance Technology
OCAS, a developer of audio visual warning systems technology, has filed a petition asking the FCC to permit owners and operators of antenna towers to operate advanced audio visual warning systems stations, such as the obstacle collision avoidance system, as alternatives to the "always-on" antenna structure lighting systems. MORE |
NYSWA Trade Show Makes Canadian ConnectionThe New York State Wireless Association hopes to make a number of connections during its third annual trade show and conference to be held May 4-6, in Niagara Falls, N.Y. Along with connecting with the wide variety of professionals in its membership, NYSWA is reaching across the northern border to bring Canadians into the wireless discourse. The workshop, "U.S. & Canadian Wireless Policy Initiatives," will feature Canadian and U.S. wireless government officials comparing policy notes. MORE |

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Avian Avoidance System for Met Towers The Firefly Bird Diverter from BirdBusters reduces bird collisions using motion, reflectivity and luminescent emissions. The Firefly's are installed up to 50 feet apart on the guy wires. The Firefly is affected by direct / in-direct wind movement - increasing the visibility of the tower/wires allowing the birds to alter their flight patterns. Firefly's are made of UV-stable, impact-resistant acrylic. Phosphorescent and reflective sheeting alert the birds 24/7. www.birdbusters.com |
Wireless Network Project Management Siterra premiered its Siterra+ Mobile, its new mobile application for the iPhone and other smart phones. Find out how it can help you and your field users: Keep track of all your assets, access landlord, lease, and asset detail on each site, check pending issue lists, take a photo and upload it to a library, and create an on-the-spot incidence report. www.siterra.com |
In-building Wireless
CommScope's Wired for Wireless Solution provides developers of new buildings and campuses with the infrastructure necessary to eliminate weak or blocked signal areas from the outset and prepare them for better wireless coverage over the structure's lifetime. The solution features two Andrew Cell-Max low-profile, multi-band indoor antennas that cover 3G applications up to 2.7 MHz. www.andrew.com |
Wideband DAS
The Zinwave 3000 active Distributed Antenna System is an RF-over-fiber-optic distribution system for in-building wireless coverage, with all wideband components from end-to-end. Unified indoor coverage can be achieved at lower capital expenditure and running costs. The unit supports any service, protocol and modulation scheme from 136 MHz to 2700 MHz. www.zinwave.com |

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1st Quarter Meeting April 1 Oaklawn Jockey Club 2705 Central Ave. Hot Springs, AR 71901 |

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3rd Annual Golf Tournament April 7 Arizona State University Karsten Golf Course 1125 E. Rio Salado Parkway Tempe, AZ 85281 |
Las Vegas Convention Center |
Inaugural Trade Show
April 13
The Overland Park Convention Center
Overland Park, Kan. |
2nd Quarter Business Meeting & Social April 22 Dave and Busters 2601 Preston Road Frisco, TX 75034 |
Education Event April 28 "The Wireless Evolution to 4G" The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club 1 W. Dayton St. Madison, WI 53703 |
May 4-6 The Conference Center Niagara Falls 101 Old Falls St. Niagara Falls, NY 14303 |
Quarterly Meeting May 6 Pinetree Country Club 3400 McCollum Parkway Kennesaw, GA 30144 |
5th Annual Charity Golf Outing May 20 12 Oaks Country Club 1001 Green Oaks Parkway Holly Springs, NC 27540 |
Spring 2010 Charity Golf Tournament May 27 Dallas Cowboys Golf Club 1600 Fairway Drive Grapevine, TX 76051 |
Annual Golf Tournament June 7 Williamsburg National Golf Course 3700 Centerville Road Williamsburg, VA 23188 |
Baltimore Orioles vs. New York Yankees Bullpen Party June 10
Oriole Park at Camden Yards Baltimore, Md. |
Fundraiser & Social Event to Benefit Pediatric Bags June 10 Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs
Miller Park One Brewers Way Milwaukee, WI 53214 |
Indian Creek Golf Course
3825 N. 202nd St.
Elkhorn, NE 68022 | |
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