United Technologies - Hamilton Sundstrand Selects Concurrent
Aug 27th, 14:03 UTC
RedHawkTM Real-Time Linux® to Power Over 200 Systems
ATLANTA, GA - 26 AUGUST 2008 - Concurrent (Nasdaq: CCUR), a worldwide leader in real-time Linux-based computing technologies, today announced that Hamilton Sundstrand's Special Test Equipment group is standardizing on Concurrent's RedHawk real-time Linux operating system and NightStarTM advanced Linux tools. Hamilton Sundstrand is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The Special Test Equipment group designs, builds and supports propulsion system simulators (used in the development and test of military and commercial engine controls), systems for the development and test of flight controls, engine control monitoring systems for ground and flight test, and simulation systems. It also provides a core software technology for engine test stand and rig test stand control systems. Concurrent's RedHawk Linux will be embedded in all of the engine test stands supported by Hamilton Sundstrand.
"The standardization on RedHawk Linux by Hamilton Sundstrand demonstrates the industry-leading performance and reliability of the RedHawk operating system," said Dan Mondor, president and CEO of Concurrent. "Our innovative solutions and Special Systems consulting services offer best-in-class value for the aerospace industry."
"We are standardizing on Concurrent because of RedHawk's real-time software reliability, NightStar's powerful system debugging capability and Concurrent's exceptional support," said Dean W. Anneser, Fellow, Real-Time Test Systems, Engine & Control Systems, Hamilton Sundstrand. "We needed a supplier that is easy to work with and that provides reliable systems that will run 24x7."
Hamilton Sundstrand designs and manufactures aerospace systems for commercial, regional, corporate, and military aircraft, and is a major supplier for international space programs. The Special Test Equipment group has elected to transition from legacy real-time operating software to RedHawk Linux in all new systems, with plans to upgrade more than 200 existing deployed systems. A significant win for Concurrent, the sale also includes Concurrent's NightStar tools for advanced Linux development and custom engineering by Concurrent's Special Systems team.
NightStar tools and RedHawk real-time Linux are used in the development, debugging, and deployment of thousands of major automotive, aerospace and defense, energy, and industrial automation applications worldwide. Concurrent's Special Systems team delivers a range of consulting services to provide fully integrated solutions engineered to customer specifications.
About Concurrent:
Concurrent (NASDAQ: CCUR) is a leading provider of real-time Linux-based computing technologies for commercial and government markets. Industries served include cable and telecommunications providers, defense and aerospace contractors, automotive manufacturers, and financial institutions. For over 40 years, Concurrent's best-of-breed products have enabled a range of time-critical solutions including: modeling and simulation, high speed data acquisition, visual imaging, low latency transaction processing and on-demand television. Concurrent's on-demand television applications are utilized by major service providers in the cable and IPTV industries to deliver video-on-demand (VOD). Concurrent's Everstream line of advanced reporting and monitoring tools measures the effectiveness of interactive television for 26 million digital cable subscribers in over 250 markets worldwide. Concurrent is a global company with regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, and has products actively deployed in more than 26 countries. Concurrent's products and services are recognized for being uniquely flexible, comprehensive, robust, and reliable. For more information, please visit www.ccur.com.
About Hamilton Sundstrand:
With 2007 revenues of $5.6 billion, Hamilton Sundstrand employs approximately 19,000 people worldwide and is headquartered in Windsor Locks, Conn. Among the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced aerospace and industrial products, the company designs, manufactures and services aerospace systems and provides integrated system solutions for commercial, regional, corporate, and military aircraft. It also is a major supplier for international space programs.
(Submitted by Becky Biggs of GCI Group)
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