NEW HOPE, Pa., May 12, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via PRWEB - M2M Spectrum Networks, LLC (M2M SN) and B+B SmartWorx (B+B) announced today a broad partnership that enhances M2M Spectrum Network's position in the rollout of its dedicated machine-to-machine network across the US. The new partnership is expected to spark innovation in its continued development of mission-critical network connectivity technology for remote or demanding environments, embedding intelligence throughout the network, starting at the network edge.
The partnership is a strong strategic fit, leveraging the two leading companies' respective strengths, across two major areas:
First, M2M SN and B+B have forged an OEM and reseller relationship in which B+B will provide M2M SN with industry-leading IoT industrial network hardware solutions to its customers, initially in the US and expanding into other geographic markets in line with the ongoing development of their dedicated machine-to-machine network.
Second, B+B customers will have the ability through the Eco-system Partner portal to directly contact M2M SN's network connectivity specialists and purchase mission- critical network connectivity data services for either primary or secondary back up support.
"Today's announcement with industry leader B+B SmartWorx is another solid step on M2M Spectrum Networks' journey as an IoT leader with the US' only licensed, national wireless network dedicated solely to M2M connectivity," said Barclay Knapp, CEO. "This partnership will further enable us to fully deliver an accelerated Internet of Things (IoT) landscape with B+B's Connected Intelligence Global Partner Ecosystem. As a manufacturer of network connectivity technologies, B+B serves as the heart of IoT end solutions. This partnership will enable us to make intelligent connections with each other, combine expertise, and build effective IoT applications for end customers in this demanding space," said Knapp.
B+B is equally excited to partner with M2M Spectrum Networks. "By partnering together our customers will be able to full leverage both hardware and a transport network that is specifically designed to truly address the Internet of Things", said Jerry O'Gorman, President of B+B SmartWorx. "The industrial IoT is complex and needs specialists who understand the requirements needed to deliver secure, reliable, machine-to-machine networks. We appreciate the laser focused dedication we have seen at M2M Spectrum Networks in this area and are fortunate to partner with them."
About M2M Spectrum Networks
M2M Spectrum Networks, LLC was founded for the purpose of building and operating the first licensed, nationwide wireless network dedicated to the rapidly emerging Machine-to-Machine industry. M2M SN, through its hardware and software vendors, is developing a wide-area, ubiquitous coverage, data radio system based on licensed spectrum and proprietary technology; purpose-built and dedicated solely to M2M applications for the long-term. M2M Spectrum Networks has locations in Phoenix, Arizona, New Hope, Pennsylvania, and Jacksonville, Florida. For more information, please visit http://www.m2mspectrum.com.
About B+B SmartWorx
Founded in 1981, B+B SmartWorx, formerly B&B Electronics, provides intelligent M2M and IoT connectivity solutions for wireless and wired networks. The company designs and builds device connectivity and network infrastructure products that deliver intelligent connectivity at the "edge" of networks in remote and demanding environments. Working globally with experienced channel and application partners to deliver complete application solutions, the company is known for building rugged networking products that are easy to deploy and manage. All products are manufactured in the US and European Union with local field applications engineers available worldwide for localized technical support. B+B SmartWorx is headquartered at 707 E Dayton Road, Ottawa, Illinois USA with EMEA operations based in Galway, Ireland. The company has additional engineering sites in California and the Czech Republic. 800-346-3119. http://bb-smartworx.com
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