Multi-Tech Cellular Modems Now Available via Future Electronics

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- Distribution Agreement Expands Multi-Tech’s Reach in Europe and the Middle East

Multi-Tech Systems’ cellular modems, that enable machine-to-machine (M2M) communications, are now available through Future Electronics in the EMEA markets. The partnership brings together Multi-Tech, a 40-year device networking innovator, with Future Electronics, a distribution innovator of 40 years standing.

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“Leveraging cellular technology for M2M applications is more than a growing trend. It is being used by industries across the board to enhance services and solutions,” said Bill Chesney, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Future Electronics customers in EMEA now have access to a full range of Multi-Tech’s globally-approved cellular modems (www.multitech.com/en_US/PRODUCTS/Categories/Embedded_Device_Networking/embedded_wireless_modems/) to enable turnkey M2M solutions.”

Multi-Tech offers complete, ready-to-integrate stand-alone device and embedded device cellular modems that enable quick-to-market M2M solutions. They carry global certifications, relieving customers of obtaining their own approvals, saving significant time and expense. SocketModems feature Universal IP (TM), which provides the freedom to change communication devices, while using one initial host application. Universal Socket accommodates interchangeable communication devices, assuring a seamless migration to future networks and the ability to use the latest cellular technology with one design.

“In the fast-emerging cellular machine-to-machine market, our customers are demanding device networking products that can be deployed quickly for their new and existing solutions,” said Colin Weaving, EMEA Technical Director Future Electronics. “We are thrilled to be able to offer Multi-Tech modems, which have a solid reputation for quality and ease of integration. We see many opportunities for this technology in vertical markets such as metering and security where secure long distance communications are becoming ever more of a necessity.”

Future Electronics is headquartered in Montreal and operates in 41 countries around the world, is globally integrated, with one worldwide IT infrastructure providing real time inventory availability and access, while enabling full integration of operations, sales and marketing worldwide. For more information, visit www.futureelectronics.com.

Multi-Tech(R) Systems is a global manufacturer of award-winning device and embedded modems and Unified Communications products that connect data over cellular networks from anywhere in the world. Multi-Tech has 80+ patents, 20+ million devices being used by thousands of customers worldwide and certifications from more than 20 carriers and 80+ countries. Visit www.multitech.com. Contact Multi-Tech in the EMEA at +44-118-959-7774 (UK) or +33-1-49-19-22-06 (France).

Contact: Gina O’Connell Multi-Tech Systems +1-763-717-5525 goconnell@multitech.com

Source: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.