SANTA CLARA, Calif.,
Jan. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviat
Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW), a leading expert in wireless
transmission solutions, today announced that it has been selected
to work with URS Corporation to upgrade and expand the Ameren
Illinois private communications network. Ameren Illinois is a
subsidiary of Ameren Corp, an energy company, which provides
electric and natural gas services to customers in Illinois and Missouri.
Ameren Illinois employees serve 1.2 million electric and 840,000
gas customers in Illinois, across
43,700 square miles. Keeping field employees in constant
communication is mission critical, especially during periods of
severe weather that can wreak havoc on a utility's operations.
Therefore, a key requirement for upgrading its legacy
communications network to address Ameren Illinois' growth and
provide for future expansion was that the project could not
interfere with day-to-day operations. Aviat Network's turnkey
solution and flexible Ethernet platform will leverage the existing
Ameren Illinois network while minimizing disruptions and reducing
expenses.
Aviat Networks will implement its Network Management Solution,
along with other technology, in phases beginning this year and
continuing through 2014. All of the solutions were designed to
integrate seamlessly with third-party OEM equipment in the existing
Ameren Illinois TDM network. Once complete, migration from TDM to
an Ethernet platform will provide Ameren Illinois with significant
growth capacity and flexibility for years to come.
"Once again, we are pleased to be selected to provide Ameren
Illinois with a turnkey solution for its mission-critical
communications network," says Michael
Pangia, president and CEO, Aviat Networks. "Addressing the
complex communications needs of utilities such as Ameren Illinois
with highly tailored solutions continues to be an important area of
focus for Aviat Networks."
About Aviat Networks
Aviat Networks, Inc. is a leader in wireless transmission
solutions. We apply innovation and IP networking expertise toward
building a carrier class foundation for future mobile and fixed
broadband networks. With more than 750,000 systems installed around
the world, Aviat Networks has built a reputation as a leader in
offering best-of-breed solutions including LTE-ready microwave
backhaul and a complete portfolio of service and support options to
public and private telecommunications operators worldwide. With a
global reach and local presence in more than 46 countries, Aviat
Networks works by the side of its customers allowing them to
quickly and cost effectively seize new market and service
opportunities. Aviat Networks, formerly Harris Stratex Networks
Inc., is headquartered in Santa Clara,
California, and is listed on NASDAQ (AVNW). For more
information, please visit www.aviatnetworks.com or join the dialog
at www.twitter.com/aviatnetworks.
About Ameren Illinois
Ameren Illinois delivers energy to 1.2 million electric and
840,000 natural gas customers in downstate Illinois, and our mission is to meet their
energy needs in a safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally
responsible manner. Our service area covers more than 1,200
communities and 43,700 square miles. For more information, visit
AmerenIllinois.com.
SOURCE Aviat Networks