Newbridge Networks Announces Rock Hill Telephone Company as a Valued Customer

Strategic Insights -

Newbridge Networks, a leader in communications networking, has announced that Rock Hill Telephone Company, a South Carolina-based independent telephone company, has standardized on the Newbridge 36150 MainStreet ATMnet Access Switch as its asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) switching platform. This decision follows a thorough evaluation process, where Rock Hill Telephone Company compared various competitive products and ultimately chose the Newbridge 36150 MainStreet switch for its flexibility in handling video, voice, and data. The switch will be used to develop a high-speed community access network, connecting educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and businesses in Rock Hill, providing access to the Internet, video conferencing, and stimulating economic development.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rock Hill Telephone Company has standardized on the Newbridge 36150 MainStreet ATMnet Access Switch as its ATM switching platform.
  • The Newbridge 36150 MainStreet switch was selected for its flexibility in handling video, voice, and data, as well as its compatibility with the Newbridge 36170 MainStreet ATMnet Backbone Switch.
  • The switch will be used to develop a high-speed community access network in Rock Hill, South Carolina, connecting educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and businesses.
  • The Rock Hill Community Access Network will provide entry to the Internet, enable video conferencing among schools, and stimulate economic development.
  • The Newbridge 36150 MainStreet product is a versatile, high-capacity ATM switch designed for deployment at customer premises or within telephone company networks.
  • The switch has been installed in over 800 locations in 22 countries worldwide, including several Regional Bell Operating Companies (RBOCs) in the U.S.
  • The Newbridge 36150 MainStreet switch was the first ATM switch to pass the WilTel ATM interoperability certification tests.

Statistics:

  • Over 800 Newbridge 36150 MainStreet switches installed in 22 countries worldwide.
  • 22 countries with Newbridge 36150 MainStreet switch installations.
  • 7 Regional Bell Operating Companies (RBOCs) in the U.S. with Newbridge 36150 MainStreet switch installations.
  • More than 500 million U.S. dollars in revenue generated by the Newbridge 36150 MainStreet product.
  • Newbridge Networks has over 3,000 employees worldwide.

Sources:

  • "Newbridge Networks Announces Rock Hill Telephone Company as Valued Customer" (PRNewswire)
  • Newbridge Networks Corporation (NN)
  • Newbridge Networks Corporation (NNC) on The Toronto Stock Exchange
  • The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) listing for Newbridge Networks Corporation (NN)