ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harris
Corporation (NYSE: HRS), an international communications and
information technology company, has received a $73 million order from the U.S. Marine Corps for
Falcon III® AN/PRC-117G multiband manpack radios,
accessory kits, remote controls and satellite communication
antennas.
The Marines will deploy the AN/PRC-117G to provide high-speed
networked communications that improve information gathering and
dissemination at the tactical edge – where the battle is fought.
The radio system extends tactical IP (Internet Protocol)
connectivity and delivers critical combat applications to
dismounted Marines, greatly improving situational awareness.
"The AN/PRC-117G will transform the way the U.S. Marines Corps
fights by providing wireless, networked high-bandwidth
communications, enabling applications such as streaming video and
biometrics. In addition, these multiband radios provide reliable
long-haul tactical satellite and SINCGARS voice communications,"
said Steve Marschilok, president,
Department of Defense business, Harris RF Communications.
"The 117G represents the future of tactical communications
for the Department of Defense, and Harris is delivering that capability
today."
Half the size of legacy radios, the field-proven AN/PRC-117G
manpack lightens a soldier's heavy load. The radio supports
requirements such as streaming video, imagery, biometrics,
logistics and other data-intensive applications. It also offers an
extended frequency range of 30 MHz to 2 GHz.
The AN/PRC-117G is the first NSA Type-1 certified wideband
manpack radio system. With its fully integrated and NSA-certified
High Assurance Internet Protocol Equipment (HAIPE) networking
encryption, the AN/PRC-117G provides the highest level of
information assurance connectivity to tactical units. This
capability enables direct classified calls and data exchanges
between levels of command on the battlefield.
Operating on the JTRS Software Communications Architecture, the
AN/PRC-117G manpack adheres to the DoD's open-standards approach to
radio technology, allowing easy integration of pre-planned
upgrades.
Harris RF Communications is the leading global supplier of
secure radio communications and embedded high-grade encryption
solutions for military, government and commercial organizations.
The company's Falcon family of software-defined tactical
radio systems encompasses manpack, handheld and vehicular
applications. Falcon III is the next generation of radios
supporting the U.S. military's Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS)
requirements, as well as network-centric operations worldwide.
Harris RF Communications is also a leading supplier of
assured communications systems and equipment for public safety,
utility and transportation markets — with products ranging from the
most advanced IP voice and data networks to portable and mobile
single- and multiband radios.
About Harris Corporation
Harris is an international
communications and information technology company serving
government and commercial markets in more than 150
countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has
approximately $5 billion of annual
revenue and more than 15,000 employees — including nearly 7,000
engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing
best-in-class assured communications® products,
systems, and services. Additional information about Harris
Corporation is available at www.harris.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that
reflect management's current expectations, assumptions and
estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such
statements are made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of
Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The company cautions
investors that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks
and uncertainties that may cause actual results and future trends
to differ materially from those matters expressed in or implied by
such forward-looking statements. Statements about the
expected value of the program to Harris are forward-looking and involve risks
and uncertainties. Harris disclaims any intention or
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,
whether as a result of new information, future events, or
otherwise.
SOURCE Harris Corporation