TEKTELIC Selected as Primary Gateway Provider for Emergent Connext’s LoRaWAN® Network Deployment in the USA

Calgary, Canada, October 3rd – TEKTELIC Communications, a global leader in LoRaWAN® gateways, devices, and end-to-end IoT solutions, has been chosen as the primary gateway partner for Emergent Connext’s expansive LoRaWAN® network being deployed throughout rural America. Emergent Connext, a leader in innovative wireless technologies, is deploying TEKTELIC’s KONA Macro and KONA Mega Gateways to establish a robust network across California’s Central Valley, Northwest Ohio & Indiana corridor, and soon in the Mississippi Delta.

Emergent Connext’s plan is to deploy a carrier-grade IoT network that will cover 2.5 million square miles of rural geography, including 1.5 million square miles of agricultural land, revolutionizing rural communities and agriculture by enabling real-time data-driven decision making.

Emergent’s decision to select TEKTELIC as its primary gateway provider is a testament to the quality and performance of TEKTELIC’s products. TEKTELIC’s KONA Macro and KONA Mega carrier-grade gateways are equipped with advanced features that optimize network performance and reliability, ensuring seamless connectivity across platforms.

These deployments will connect field sensors and other AgTech devices to enable real-time monitoring and data collection, enhancing decision-making in agriculture which will optimize water use, reduce waste, continually monitor livestock herds and soil conditions to improve yields, profitability and performance. For smart cities and buildings, the gateways will support various applications for rural communities, including leak detection, smart metering, propane tank fill-level monitoring, occupancy sensing, and HVAC control, contributing to energy efficiency and sustainability.

“Partnering with Emergent Connext to deploy our carrier-grade LoRaWAN® gateways across these key regions is a significant milestone for us,” said Maria Mitiasova, Director of Business Development and Sales at TEKTELIC Communications. “Our KONA Macro and KONA Mega Gateways are well known for their superior radio performance, reliability, and cost efficiency, making them the ideal choice for large-scale network deployments that require high availability and minimal total cost of ownership.”

“Teaming up with TEKTELIC as the primary gateway provider for our nationwide LoRaWAN® network will bring dependable and efficient innovation to farms, ranches and communities across rural America,” said Greg Jarman, Co-founder & CTO of Emergent Connext. “TEKTELIC’s gateways offer unparalleled reliability and performance, providing us a strong backbone for our network, which will cover millions of square miles of rural and agricultural land. We will provide real-time data insights that will drive innovation and sustainable profitability in agriculture, as well as offer rural communities the advantages of smart city applications that will enhance the quality of life for their citizens.”

About TEKTELIC:

TEKTELIC is a leading supplier of LoRaWAN® IoT gateways, sensors, and end-to-end solutions. The company’s products are designed for carrier-grade performance, reliability, and universal compatibility. TEKTELIC’s products span global ISM frequency bands and support diverse vertical applications, enabling customers to achieve optimal performance and efficiency.

About Emergent Connext:

Emergent Connext is a leader in transformative wireless technologies, providing innovative IoT network solutions that empower various industries with real-time data insights and automation capabilities. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability, Emergent Connext is at the forefront of advancing IoT technology across the USA.

For more information, visit www.tektelic.com and www.emergentconnext.com.