Axeda and New Device Partners Extend the Reach of the Internet of Things

FOXBORO, Mass., July 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Axeda Corporation, the leading cloud-based service and software for managing connected products and implementing innovative machine-to-machine (M2M) and Internet of Things solutions, today announced new Axeda Ready devices from partner companies ClearConnex, Diamond, Echelon, eWON, GlobalSat, Netcomm Wireless, Option and Pointer Telocation.  Over 30 devices have now completed Axeda Ready development, testing and certification, which ensures compatibility and ease of deployment with the Axeda Machine Cloud®. 

By allowing more devices and services to quickly and easily integrate with the Axeda Machine Cloud, the Axeda Ready program extends the reach of the 'Internet of Things' and broadens options available to customers – allowing them to select the right communication device for their environment regardless of their global location.  For device manufacturers, Axeda Ready provides a testing and implementation program that validates their connectivity via the Axeda agent protocol or their own device protocol.  The program includes development and certification of Axeda Codecs (protocol translators) that leverage the Axeda AnyDevice Service to enable device makers to connect to Axeda using their own device protocol.

"Connecting the Internet of Things is far less complicated with the devices and services from our Axeda Ready partners who understand customers require a choice of connections as there is no one-single device that is the right fit for all smart fleets, smart homes, smart hospitals and smart cities," said Bill Zujewski, CMO and executive vice president of product strategy at Axeda.  "Based on their unique industry and network needs, customers rapidly connect their machines by deploying Axeda Ready devices, reducing time to market and development costs." 

Customers Have More Choice with New Axeda Ready Devices
By enabling more devices and services to quickly and easily integrate with the Axeda Machine Cloud, the Axeda Ready program broadens connectivity options for customers and partners.

Company:  ClearConnex 
Axeda Ready Product:  ClearComm 1.0
ClearConnex is an innovative wireless embedded engineering firm with extensive experience in wireless device design and development.  ClearComm is a mature, proven, hardware agnostic software platform that can be loaded on any off-the-shelf modem or added to custom designed hardware which provides communication functionality as good as or better than any closed modem on the market. The off-the-shelf modem can be made even better by customizing ClearComm with ClearConnex engineering services to meet your specific needs. This method results in customized solutions at off-the-shelf prices.

Company:  Diamond Technologies 
Axeda Ready Product:  DT9000
Diamond Technologies provides our customers with the industry's leading solutions for Data Collection, Control, and Industrial Networking.  Since 1997 Diamond Technologies has been focused on assisting its customers in improving their products, machines, systems, and operations.  The DT9000 is the M2M (Machine to Machine) gateway for industrial OEMs, system integrators and end users looking to add remote connectivity to industrial equipment. Supporting connections to the leading PLCs, including serial and Ethernet connection schemes, it's the fastest way to implement an M2M platform for PLC based equipment.

Company:  Echelon 
Axeda Ready Product:  SmartServer 2.0
Echelon Corporation develops, markets and supports the world's most proven, open standard, multi-application energy control networking platform.  The Echelon platform powers energy-savings applications for smart grids, smart cities and smart buildings.  SmartServer 2.0 is a versatile controller and gateway with integrated Web server that manages devices and connects them to enterprise software and operator workstations. It provides an open platform for easy integration of equipment, systems, operator workstations, and enterprise applications.

Company:  eWON 
Axeda Ready Product:   2005CD/4005CD
eWON connects industrial machines securely to the Internet, enabling easy remote access as well as machine remote monitoring.  The eWON's product line is a full IP router featuring "Factory" LAN to "Machine" LAN routing functionalities with an embedded modem for use as a back up access to the "Machine" LAN. With built-in I/O Servers of all the major PLCs (including Allen Bradley), the eWON 2005CD/4005CD allows easy Remote Data Monitoring and Alarming. eWON products provide Machine Builders/OEMs, Utility Managers and System Integrators with a flexible and cost effective dual LAN/Modem connectivity router to access remote machines and assets through the Internet.

Company:  GlobalSat  
New Axeda Ready Product:   TR-606B
GlobalSat WorldCom Corp. is a major manufacturer of GPS receivers and electronic communications in the world.  The TR-606B is a multi-functional and economically feasible communication platform for mobile positioning applications. It integrates highly sensitive GPS module and quad-band 3G GSM communication module with a powerful micro controller that fits into a compact enclosure. It provides real-time GPS positions anytime and anywhere with an open view to the sky, and offers precise positioning, and reports vehicle status to the server with necessary information shown on the map.

Company:  NetComm Wireless 
Axeda Ready Products:  Vodafone MachineLink 3G, Outdoor WiFi Router (NTC-30), M2M WiFi Router (NTC-40)
NetComm Wireless Limited is a world leading developer of wireless broadband and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) products. NetComm's products feature an open-source Linux based OS, allowing customizable applications to be developed for vertical specific deployments such as remote healthcare, digital signage, waste management and transportation. NetComm's portfolio of Axeda ready products range from price competitive light industrial products to rugged IP rated products for distribution in harsh environments. Designed to deliver remote management, control and visibility of remote assets, NetComm's products deliver long term benefits to the end customer. Axeda ready products include the Vodafone MachineLink 3G, Outdoor WiFi Router and M2M WiFi Router.

Company:  Option 
Axeda Ready Product:  CloudGate
With more than 20 years of experience and many industry firsts, Option has always been at the forefront of wireless industry.  The CloudGate M2M Gateway is a secure, reliable and affordable 3G M2M gateway that brings new levels of flexibility and ease of deployment for M2M solutions.  CloudGate incorporates two hardware expansion slots that allow additional radio and/or wired interfaces. CloudGate also allows simple integration and provisioning of applications and the Axeda Ready agent into its Linux software environment.  With a single SKU, CloudGate will work with all of the major network operators in North America and can be configured for the desired service provider at the time of installation.  CloudGate is ideal for cost sensitive applications that need a flexible end point device that can manage the connectivity.

Company:  Pointer Telocation Ltd.
Axeda Ready Product:  CelloTrack/CelloTrack Power
Pointer Telocation Ltd, (NASDAQ:PNTR) is a leading provider of end-to-end Telematics products and services for insurance companies, car manufacturers, asset owners, and fleet operators. The Cellocator™ CelloTrack product line, designed to address advanced asset tracking, monitoring and control applications, provides enhanced functionality via self-powered long operation life, easy installation, flexible event triggering rules, and the ability to cater for a wide range of applications.  Enterprises utilizing CelloTrack family products can greatly reduce financial losses incurred by stolen or lost assets and by non-optimized logistics, inventory management or maintenance. The CelloTrack product line improves visibility and control of remote, valuable equipment such as trailers, containers, bins, generators, or any other type of moveable equipment, whether powered or not.

About Axeda
Axeda provides the most advanced cloud-based service and software for managing connected products and machines and implementing innovative M2M and Internet of Things solutions. We take the cost and complexity out of connecting and remotely servicing the products of the world's leading companies. Our customers use the Axeda Machine Cloud™ to turn machine data into useful information, build and run innovative M2M applications and optimize business processes by integrating machine data.

By relying on the Axeda® Platform to power their connected products, companies are transforming their business by improving customer satisfaction, reducing costs, and generating new sources of revenue. The M2M solutions behind these connected products range from remote service, fleet management, usage-based insurance, asset tracking, mHealth, and more. Join our developer community at: http://developer.axeda.com and learn more at www.axeda.com.

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