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ADC Installs over 40 In-Building Wireless Solutions in Kenyan Sites with Local Operator Safaricom

^{Published on 2008-12-01 06:15:50 - Market Wire}
 

MINNEAPOLIS--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--ADC (NASDAQ: ADCT) ([ www.adc.com ]) today announced that Safaricom ([ http://www.safaricom.co.ke/ ]), one of Kenya's leading telecommunications companies, is using its [ InterReach Fusion ]^® solutions to provide in-building wireless coverage at over 40 sites in Kenya, including the famous 14-storey Landmark Plaza in Nairobi. Safaricom selected ADC's InterReach Fusion systems because they offer precision control of the power output to each remote antenna, which improves call quality and reduces the number of antennas needed at each installation. The InterReach Fusion solution also uses standard structured building cabling and other components that can be sourced locally in Kenya, which reduces installation and maintenance costs.

Kevin Shepherd, general manager at AlanDick East Africa, ADC's distributor in Kenya, said, "We have found that ADC's in-building wireless products offer tremendous flexibility and scalability for our market, where we provide coverage for a large variety of buildings including shopping malls, hotels and office buildings."

Nairobi's Landmark Plaza complex comprises of a shopping mall, banking hall and offices. Just like many other buildings in the city centre, outside coverage was limited because of the low level of the external antennas and the obstructions caused by adjacent buildings. According to Naran Jadva, project manager at AlanDick, "With the ADC solution, coverage in the 1800MHz and 2100MHz frequencies is optimized in every corner of the building and users don't have to flock to the windows or go outside to make calls. Also important from a business perspective is the system's ability to provide Internet access through users' mobile phones wherever they are in the building."

Particular benefits of the InterReach Fusion system include:

• Delivery of multiband coverage with a single set of electronic hubs and remote antenna units
• Utilisation of standard structured cabling to link antennas and other components
• Control of each antenna's power level according to the individual requirements of its location
• Scalability that connects many buildings or wings without any power loss at any antenna

"We are delighted by the momentum we are gaining in the East Africa market," said Hilton Nicholson, president of the Network Solutions business unit for ADC. "Many carriers appreciate the flexibility, scalability and low operating costs that our InterReach Fusion solution offers."

About AlanDick

The AlanDick Group of companies is a total communications infrastructure solutions provider with the global logistics to provide innovative products and services to satisfy the needs of the cellular network, broadcast, radar/surveillance and transportation markets. With offices across 5 continents, AlanDick is a world leading organisation with the ability to plan, design, deploy, develop, integrate, maintain, manage, monitor, support, and optimise communication systems across the globe.

The company comprises two main parts, AlanDick Europe and AlanDick International. This structure has grown from recognition that the different markets require specific attention, not only at a project, country or regional level, but all the way through to the CEO and operating board of directors. For further information please see: [ www.alandick.com ].

About ADC Network Solutions

ADC's Network Solutions Business Unit offers products that deliver high-performance wireless coverage and capacity to business and consumer subscribers in any indoor or outdoor location. ADC is the global leader in advanced in-building wireless solutions and compact network systems, and is a leader in solutions that enhance coverage in macro networks.

About ADC

ADC provides the connections for wireline, wireless, cable, broadcast, and enterprise networks around the world. ADC's innovative network infrastructure equipment and professional services enable high-speed Internet, data, video, and voice services to residential, business and mobile subscribers. ADC (NASDAQ: ADCT) has sales into more than 130 countries. Learn more about ADC at [ www.adc.com ].

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements include expectations and beliefs related to ADC's future financial performance. The statements made by ADC are based upon management's current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include those identified in the section captioned "Risk Factors" in Item 1A of ADC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended October 31, 2007, as may be updated in Item 1A of ADC's subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q or other filings ADC makes with the SEC. ADC disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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