Dolphin Stadium Wins InfoWorld 100 Award for BelAir Networks Mobile Broadband Wireless Mesh Deployment
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Largest Point-of-Sale (POS) Network under One Roof Honored for Innovative, Cutting-Edge Wireless Technology and Approach
Miami, FL, November 13, 2007 - Dolphin Stadium and BelAir Networks, the leading provider of mobile broadband mesh network solutions, today announced that Dolphin Stadium was named a winner of the prestigious InfoWorld 100 for its mobile broadband wireless mesh network, supplied by BelAir Networks. These annual awards honor projects that demonstrate the most innovative use of cutting-edge technologies to further the project's business goals.
Dolphin Stadium, home to MLB's Florida Marlins, NFL's Miami Dolphins, the FedEx Orange Bowl and the 2010 Super Bowl, deployed a mere 29 wireless nodes from BelAir Networks which covers more than two million square feet from the 78,000-seat stadium and bowl to the 22,000 space parking lots. The powerful multi-service wireless network is utilized for a wide variety of applications at the stadium including the world's largest POS system under one roof supporting food and beverage service in the stands and on-site restaurants as well as high-speed Internet access that allows reporters to file stories easily and quickly from the press box. In the future, the network will also support stadium video security cameras.
"We are extremely honored to be a recipient of the InfoWorld 100 Award," said Tery Howard, Vice President of Information Technology, Miami Dolphins, Ltd. and Dolphin Stadium. "There was a huge team effort behind the creation of this network from both Dolphin Stadium and BelAir Networks and we are thrilled with this prestigious recognition of our hard work. We will continue to make great strides in enforcing our technology leadership in the sports arena."
Dolphin Stadium has become the technology leader in the world of professional sports. In addition to its award-winning wireless network, the stadium is the proud owner of professional sports' largest high definition (HD) video boards to support its action-packed football, baseball, and soccer games.
"BelAir Networks is proud to have our carrier-grade technology showcased in the competitive environment of cutting-edge venues like Dolphin Stadium," said Jim Freeze, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Alliances for BelAir Networks. "Dolphin Stadium's requirement for a high-capacity mobile broadband solution was a perfect match for BelAir Networks' product line. Over the past year of working together, we have demonstrated that our award-winning wireless technology can be deployed securely and effectively to provide the same benefits to high traffic venues that it delivers to cities and public safety agencies around the world."
About BelAir Networks
BelAir Networks is the first company to offer scalable, mobile wireless broadband mesh networking solutions with the highest quality for data, voice and video. BelAir's wireless networking solutions are built on the only multi-service architecture for municipal wireless broadband deployments of Wi-Fi, WiMAX and 3G Cellular networks. Built specifically for outdoor-in deployments, BelAir Networks' patented solution delivers the lowest cost per user and deploys in days, blending into the physical infrastructure of downtown business districts, hotels and resorts, and campuses. Founded in 2001, BelAir Networks is a privately held company. For more info, visit www.belairnetworks.com.
About Dolphin Stadium
Dolphin Stadium, located in Miami Gardens, Florida, is a world-class sports and entertainment facility that hosts a wide variety of events including: Miami Dolphins football, Florida Marlins baseball, the FedEx Orange Bowl (including the upcoming National Championship game in 2009) and the upcoming 2010 Super Bowl. The stadium has also been the home of two Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series Games, four National Football League (NFL) Super Bowls, and numerous concerts. Dolphin Stadium boasts the largest hi-definition video boards in professional sports and the world's longest LED ribbon display. Owned by H. Wayne Huizenga, Dolphin Stadium is undergoing extensive renovations and improvements expected to be completed by 2009, making Dolphin Stadium the premier stadium in the United States and the Americas. For more information on Dolphin Stadium, please visit www.dolphinstadium.com.
About InfoWorld Media Group
InfoWorld Media Group helps senior technologists connect technology and business strategy for maximum impact at their organizations. Through integrated channels including online, events, demand generation and a weekly print magazine, InfoWorld reaches the most influential senior-level information technologists -- those who drive their enterprises' strategies and technology purchases. Powered by a continued investment in an independent Test Center, InfoWorld analysts and editors provide both hands-on analysis and evaluation, as well as expert commentary on issues surrounding emerging technologies and products. Visit InfoWorld at www.InfoWorld.com.
Sheila Burpee Duncan
BelAir Networks
613.254.7070 ext. 134
sburpeeduncan@belairnetworks.com
Alicia Mickelsen
Breakaway Communications
212.616.6002
amick@breakawaycom.com
