GATINEAU, Quebec, April 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harris
Corporation (NYSE: HRS), an international communications and
information technology company, has successfully completed
site-acceptance testing of a new radio interface that will provide
two-way communications to the coastal radar sites of the Canadian
Department of National Defence (DND).
The Harris interface provides the DND's radar sites and its
control units with a scalable, upgradeable open-architecture radio
interface that can withstand the unique communications challenges
posed by the harsh coastal environment. The system enables
Canadian air defence operators to run a two-way communications
system from remote locations.
"This cost-effective, user-focused solution meets the distinct
operational requirements of the DND," said John O'Sullivan, vice
president of Mission Critical Networks for Harris Corporation.
"Our goal always is to provide a solution that takes into
account the unique conditions a system might face, especially when
national security is at stake."
Harris SolaCom ATC is a leading provider of mission-critical
communications products and services for civil and military air
traffic control applications. Located in Canada's national capital region, Harris
SolaCom ATC combines customized, innovative solutions with proven
technical expertise to provide robust, reliable communications
solutions used by more than 200 customers in more than 40
countries.
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.
SOURCE Harris Corporation