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In today’s world of complex communication networks, interoperability isn’t just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Organizations often rely on multiple radio systems, internet-based communications, and cellular solutions, yet bridging these different platforms has historically been a major challenge. That’s where devices like the VE-PG4 RoIP Gateway come into play. Designed to merge diverse protocols, this…
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Icom’s IP Radios Fill Critical Gaps in Privacy, Range, and Cost for Commercial Fishermen
The 2024 Pacific Marine Expo served as a platform for exploring how advanced radio technologies are supporting specialized industries. Secure and far-reaching communication remains a critical need for the commercial fishing sector. Rick Waedekin, the President of Coast Marine Marketing and Icom’s West Coast Sales Rep, spoke with Harold Whittlesy of Satellite Technical Services…
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Icom’s Wireless LAN Radio System: Redefining Communication in the Commercial Boating Industry
Icom’s Senior Sales Manager, Ray Novak, joins Rick Waedekin, Icom’s West Coast Rep and Coast Marine Marketing President, for a conversation at the Pacific Marine Expo. They discuss Icom’s new wireless LAN radio system designed to improve marine communication through secure, internet-based connectivity. These radios are compact, waterproof, and built to handle rugged conditions. Unlike…
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Icom’s Wireless LAN Radios Are a Game-Changer for Remote Lodging Operations
In a short conversation at Pacific Marine Expo, Rick Waedekin, West Coast Sales Rep for Icom, speaks with Sean Cleary, owner of Radar Alaska, about Icom’s new wireless LAN radios. Sean highlights how these radios could benefit remote lodges in Alaska by improving communication about guest locations, employee coordination, and supply tracking. He explains…
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Unboxing the Slim and Rugged IC-M25 EVO VHF Radio from Icom
Mikayla Servidad, Sales Admin at Icom, unboxes the blue version of the IC-M25 EVO—an upgraded handheld marine VHF radio that combines modern design with everyday functionality. The unit features USB-C charging, a slim and lightweight frame, and a textured grip for comfortable handling. Included in the box are a flexible antenna, a USB-C cable,…
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IC-F7000 SERIES Noise-Cancelling Feature
In this brief product demonstration video, ICom’s IC-F7000 Series receives a mic test of its noise-canceling feature. Through the two demonstrations it is clear the IC-F7000 removes loud ambient noise for clear two-way communication.
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Icom’s Innovative Radio Solutions for School Safety
In today’s dynamic school environment, ensuring seamless communication is paramount for routine operations and unexpected emergencies. Icom America, a leading radio solutions provider, offers a range of radios tailored to various school needs, from the IP501H LTE radio that leverages cellular networks for bus routes to the Wi-Fi-based IP110 WLAN radio for in-building communications….
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Alts Innovators: UT Austin’s Dr. Ken Wiles on Private Equity
Private equity is entering a period of adjustment after decades of expansion fueled by falling interest rates and abundant capital. That long-running tailwind reversed beginning in 2022, when interest rates rose sharply, disrupting deal activity, slowing exits, and bringing renewed attention to a long-standing vulnerability in private markets: liquidity. Industry reports have highlighted softer fundraising,…
Getting SPD Teams to the Table: Why Sterile Processing Deserves a Central Role in Surgical Planning and Operations
Sterile Processing Departments (SPDs) remain the backbone of safe surgical care, yet across the country, they’re still routinely left out of early decision-making around products, construction, staffing, and case planning. As hospitals juggle tighter margins, higher patient acuity, and growing procedural demands, the consequences of excluding SPD voices become unmistakably real—showing up in daily…
WireXpert MP Wire Mapping Overview
In modern network installations, speed alone isn’t enough—precision is what keeps systems reliable and downtime low. Tools like the WireXpert MP cable certifier reflect how far copper cable diagnostics have evolved, moving beyond simple pass-or-fail testing into actionable insight. By running a full 500 MHz sweep on a Category 6A link, technicians can…
Why Connectivity Has Become the Cornerstone of Modern Industrial Automation
Industrial automation is in the middle of a profound shift, as manufacturers push beyond basic control toward fully connected, data-driven operations that bridge the plant floor and the enterprise. What began years ago as early experiments in digital transformation—simply getting PLC data into IT systems—has now accelerated into a critical business imperative fueled by…
