ARRIS TeleWire Supply(R) and Colubris Networks Announce Marketing Agreement
June 15 2004 - 2:15PM
PR Newswire (US)
ARRIS TeleWire Supply(R) and Colubris Networks Announce Marketing
Agreement TeleWire to offer cable operators intelligent Wi-Fi
access equipment and management systems for enterprise WLAN and
Public Hotspot applications ENGLEWOOD, Colo., June 15
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ARRIS TeleWire Supply today announced an
agreement to market, sell and support Wi-Fi access equipment and
management systems developed by Waltham, MA-based Colubris
Networks, a global provider of intelligent wireless LAN (WLAN)
access solutions. Paired with an integrated management platform,
Colubris products enable enterprises, universities, government
agencies and hotspot service providers to deliver secure wireless
access as a low cost on-ramp to cable MSO networks. Ideal for
professional offices, remote locations, retailers, small
businesses, and business/guest services, Colubris Enterprise
Systems provide end-to-end VPN security, mobility for employees and
guest access to remote networks while eliminating the expense of
Ethernet cabling. A market leader in solutions that enable free and
fee-based hotspot services, Colubris hotspot public access products
help businesses such as shopping centers, transportation depots,
cafes, hotels and other public facilities increase foot traffic,
prolong the duration of customer visits, generate revenue and
provide a valuable amenity. Network Management Systems accommodate
service provider and enterprise applications and make Wi-Fi
networks scalable and easy to operate. Key products included in the
agreement are Colubris model CN1250 Secure Enterprise Wireless LAN
Device, CN1220 Enterprise WLAN Access Device, CN3200 Integrated
Access Point and Controller, CN320 Satellite Access Device, CN3500
High Capacity Access Controller and CNMS Network Management System.
"Colubris products offer the advanced functionality and robust
security levels that rival higher-priced competitors," said Bob
Puccini, President of ARRIS TeleWire Supply. "Deployment costs and
ROI are important factors as our customers analyze potential new
business ventures." "Cable operators and service providers
throughout the world recognize that Colubris technology helps
increase the value of their existing data services and expand their
addressable markets," said Carl Blume, Director of Marketing for
Colubris. "ARRIS TeleWire Supply has the relationships and sales
coverage necessary to help us expand our presence with cable
operators." Live demonstrations of Colubris products will be
conducted at SCTE Cable- Tec Expo in ARRIS booth #355. About ARRIS:
ARRIS provides broadband local access networks with innovative
high-speed data and telephony systems for the delivery of voice,
video and data to the home and business. ARRIS complete solutions
enhance the reliability and value of converged services from the
network to the subscriber. Headquartered in Suwanee, Georgia, USA,
ARRIS has design, engineering, manufacturing, distribution, service
and sales office locations throughout the world. TeleWire Supply,
located in Denver, is a strategic business unit of ARRIS engaged in
manufacturing, distribution and logistics services. Information
about ARRIS products and services can be found at
http://www.arrisi.com/ . About Colubris: Colubris Networks is a
global provider of intelligent wireless LAN access equipment and
management systems for service providers and enterprises. The
company's award-winning products deliver seamless, secure access to
broadband networks while integrating into existing network
infrastructure, security and management systems. Colubris Networks'
equipment is deployed by more than 500 organizations worldwide,
including Swisscom Eurospot, Telecom Italia, Broadreach Networks,
NTT-ME, McGill University, STSN, Connexion by Boeing, the Resort
Municipality of Whistler, and three of the world's largest hotel
chains. Partners include ADC, Alcatel, Juniper Networks, Miltope
Corporation, RSA Security, Airwave, Funk Software, iPass, and a
worldwide network of value- added-resellers. For more information,
visit the company at http://www.colubris.com/ , or contact us at .
DATASOURCE: ARRIS CONTACT: Alex Swan, Media Relations of ARRIS,
+1-678-473-8327, or ; or Carl Blume, Director, Product Marketing of
Colubris Networks, +1-781-684-0001, Ext. 307, or Web site:
http://www.arrisi.com/ http://www.colubris.com/
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