CapRock Communications Launches Asset-tracking Service

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008

HOUSTON, TEXAS – October 1, 2008
CapRock Communications today announced the launch of AssetTrax, its new map-based tracking service that monitors the position and movement of critical assets around the world. As a global provider of satellite communications to remote and harsh environments, AssetTrax is the latest value-added solution clients can integrate seamlessly into their operations using CapRock’s Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) services.

AssetTrax is ideal for rig managers and fleet operators needing the capability to view real-time locations and historical paths of critical assets, such as drilling rigs and maritime vessels, including supply boats, tankers, cargo ships and construction and repair vessels.

Ka Band -Affordable Satellite Internet On The Way!

Tuesday, June 24th, 2008

By Randy Scott

Ka Band VSAT* satellite internet technology has enormous possibilities for telecommuters, rural locations and eventually for Motor Home users around the U.S. – if it works! Ka Band satellite internet is an all new approach to sending and receiving internet traffic from space (satellites used for internet are at least 23,000 miles from Earth). *Very small aperture terminal.

The key improvements in Ka band technology from the “blanket” approach used up to now are:

1. Ka Band employs “spot beams” rather than broadcasting over an entire Continent….a far more efficient use of the available bandwidth resulting in lower monthly service cost to end users (as low as $49 per mo.).