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Russian Telecommunications Market To Be Worth More Than 30bn In 2012

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According to the latest report The telecommunications market in Russia 2011. Development forecasts for 2011-2015 published by PMR, a market research company, the value of the telecommunications services market in Russia increased by 17.3% year on year to 27.3bn in 2010, from approximately 23.2bn in 2009. The growth rate measured in local currency was lower and amounted to 10%. It should be noted that PMR last year forecasts concerning the telecoms market value in 2010, excluding exchange rate fluctuations, assumed the growth rate of 4 p.p. lower than the actual result.
Overall economic recovery in the country continue to be one of the main market growth drivers in 2010. The demand for telecommunications services in Russia went up after the crisis which hit the Russian economy end of 2008. In 2010, after a sharp decline in 2009, operators also increased the investments in the construction of new networks and the improvement of service quality.

The Russian telecommunications market has been steadily increasing, starting in 2000 with the development of mobile telephony and internet access. In the last two years, the market was affected by the migration of voice traffic from fixed to mobile networks and also to the internet and, as a result, the segment of fixed-line telephony began to stagnate. The growth of mobile voice services also declined with the increasing maturity of this market. The most dynamic during recent years was the segment of internet access, including both fixed and mobile technologies. This market was an area of business growth for the operators in 2009-2010, and it will continue to play a role of the development driver for the entire telecommunications market in Russia, considering its relatively low maturity.
Mobile telephony is by far the largest segment of the Russian telecommunications market. Based on the revenue reports provided by operators, total sales of mobile voice and non-voice services in Russia in 2010 amounted to RUB 710bn (17.7bn), which is 10.6% more than in the previous year measured in roubles, or 17.9% measured in euros. The mobile telephony market accounted for the largest part of the telecommunications spending in Russia last year. Even if to exclude mobile VAS and to consider only the mobile voice segment, the mobile telephony share would reach the level of almost 50% in 2010, while the total number of registered SIM cards already exceeded 150% of the total population of Russia.
Provision of access to the internet remains the most dynamic and fast growing segment of the telecommunications market in Russia, which increased by 30% year on year in 2010. This growth of the market was driven by quickly increasing penetration of fixed-line broadband but also enhanced by the fast expansion of 3G networks and the operators active promotion of mobile internet.

3G and LTE uptake

With the commercial launch of UMTS networks in 2008, an increasing contribution to the growth of the mobile telephony market in Russia is already coming from non-voice value-added services provided in mobile networks, especially from broadband internet. Development of 3G networks is also changing the landscape of the Russian mobile telephony market. Operators from the Big Three group got a new source of revenue from the development of mobile broadband internet, which became the main 3G application.
Meanwhile, two concepts of the future LTE networks development in Russia have been recently presented. In December 2010, the Russian government proposed to create LTE Consortium which was expected to come up with proposals related to the development of 4G networks in the country. The consortium was created by the leading national telecommunications operators, including Rostelecom, MTS, VimpelCom and MegaFon. Smaller regional operators were not invited to join. Mid of 2011, LTE Consortium presented a report which states that the available radio spectrum is feasible to be shared between four operators and each of the operators will need to invest RUB 85.7bn (2.1bn) to install approximately 20,810 base stations covering over 10,400 of locations in the country with more than 1,000 of inhabitants, i.e. to build a federal LTE network. The condition is that the operators will use simultaneously a 690-880 MHz and 2,500-2,700 MHz radio bandwidth having 30 MHz spectrum each. In March 2011, there was also an agreement between MTS, MegaFon, VimpelCom, Rostelecom and Skartel, which had already had available a bandwidth for LTE, that Skartel would build LTE networks in 180 cities and towns in Russia and would give each of the operator 20% capacity in this network. Skartel expects to invest approximately RUB 60bn (1.5bn) in the project.
It is not certain yet what kind of strategy for LTE development will be applied in Russia. Either the government will announce a tender for four federal licences or Skartel will build the network. A real barrier for the development of the LTE network in the country is the fact that radio bandwidth is already used by military communication systems and the investments in conversion are considered to be very high. All in all, the most probable scenario now could be the launch of the first LTE networks in Russia not earlier than in 2014 comments Pawel Olszynka, a PMR analyst and one of the report authors.

Short-term forecasts

Macroeconomic development forecasts for Russia for 2011-2012 are positive. GDP is expected to reach 4.5% annually. This remains a good background for the business development and investments in telecommunications services and networks. The growth in the consumers confidence boosts the demand for IT and telecommunications services and facilitates the spending on personal computers, mobile phones and the internet.
The Russian telecommunications market will continue its upward trend over the next two years or so, triggered by the growing internet services market, both in fixed and mobile networks. One strategic advantage of the Russian ISP market over other Central and Eastern European countries is its big size, poor development and territorial coverage, therefore, almost all providers and all wire and wireless technologies will have a chance to get their niche. In a broader perspective, the services connected with the telecommunications market, e.g. digital pay TV, will also play a more important role. The mobile market in Russia will not be driven by simple emission of millions of SIM cards, but rather by attracting customers to actively use new services. Non-voice and more advanced value-added services will continue to gain in significance and an increasing proportion of mobile carrier revenues will come from this source.

This press release is based on information contained in the latest PMR report entitled Telecommunications market in Russia 2011. Development forecasts for 2011-2015

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Definition And Various Uses Of Jack Screws In Industrial Applications

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Tools like nuts, screws, and bolts are an indispensible variety of fasteners that are virtually used in any type of industry for variegated purposes. Generally, all these tools are available in a host of sizes and shapes, and are made out of different materials too. While, some of these devices are utilized in general applications, others are designed for specific precision fastening requirements. Such specific applications highly require parts or components that can be aligned precisely when they are fastened. Each and every industry uses large equipments and machines that employ tiny components like nuts and screws. However, using the right kind of screws is highly necessary. Screws carry out the primary and the most important task of fastening two or more objects together. Thus, this particular aspect cannot be overlooked. There are several types of screws that are used in different applications, and jack screws are one type amongst them.

What are Jack Screws?

This is a unique screw that is a part and a design for several types of electronic components and electrical connectors. They draw two halves of the connector together and help in creating a secure seal between the electrical device and the cable. The thread of the screw is designed to withstand excessive amount of pressure. Hence, if the screws are employed they normally self lock and hold up very well to the countless wear of use.

Applications and Its Uses

Jack screws are included in the huge variety of screws that hold high significance on the market. This is mainly because they are widely used in a variety of electronics and electrical industry. Especially in the electronic industry, these screws and Male-Female Standoffs are very commonly used. They are used in telecommunication industry for supporting equipments like CPU”s, monitors, and so on. They are also found in multi-layered PCBs to maintain a specific distance between two or more objects. Additionally, a screw jack mechanism is used in raising cars, and other industrial machinery including airplanes.

Screw jacks with standoffs are mainly employed for fastening two different components at a controlled distance separated from each other. When an application with two objects requires a specific distance between them, screw jacks are the first preferred choice for industrialists. Also, depending on the exact nature of the application, these screws can be supplied with or without a nut or washer in it. However, in most cases permanent attached washers are installed on such screws indicating lesser chances of loosening in the long runs. In addition, these screws are also found on wire harness plugs.

Thus, overall, there is a rising demand for jack screws in the electronics as well as the electrical, and telecommunication industry. These types of screws are available in different sizes. The smaller designs are mainly found in household equipments, and the larger designs in commercial equipments and other places of business. Nonetheless, the jack is made out of different types of metals, but the screw is normally made of lead.

Monitor Network Hardware and Services with Network Monitor Software

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Network monitor software has many great uses such as network troubleshooting and repair, security monitoring and much more. Network Monitor is one such solution for your business. Though it is a professional tool, it remains user-friendly and does not require a particularly steep learning curve compared to many other types of network monitor software. The main purpose of Network Monitor is to thoroughly monitor and analyze all network traffic, recording and storing all of the collected data. It works on any computer running on the Windows platform. The system requirements are quite modest, so you should find that this is a perfect solution in most scenarios.

Network Monitor provides a reliable set of professional features that you need to get accurate results and fully understand and analyze data sent over your network. It captures, displays, analyzes and stores all of the data on any exchanges between computers connected to the network. To achieve this, Network Monitor monitors all of your IP connections. This is ideal for monitoring the behavior of your local area network as well as any applications which access the Internet or any services connected in some way to networking. Network Monitor is very suitable for developers of Internet-related applications, since it monitors all relevant hardware and services. This is perfect for programmers of device drivers, since it gives them the opportunity to thoroughly test every aspect of their software.

Not only is network monitor software a great tool for developers; it’s also great for LAN administrators in any kind of organization thanks to the great potential security boost that it can offer. Network administrators can use Network Monitor to explore any of the hidden traffic between devices on their network. It will help administrators to uncover any potential security threats in the form of hidden traffic which would otherwise remain ambiguous. Additionally, Network Monitor is ideal for monitoring company employees in some respects, since you can use it to detect any restricted activity being carried out by a member of staff. Since all data sent across the network is displayed and recorded, you should be able uncover any potential security risks or other problems in no time.

Network Monitor is a trustworthy application from HHD Software, a well-established company in the world of hardware monitoring solutions. Developed by highly trained and experience professionals in the area of network communications, you can be sure that Network Monitor will live up to your expectations. Ultimately, Network Monitor will help you to save time, money and stress. It has helped many people already from software and driver developers to network administrators and computer security personnel. Network monitor software takes a load of work off your hands and helps reduce the risk of human error since it takes care of all of the monitoring of network protocols and complex data flows. Instead, you can focus fully on your own work, without having to get bogged down in other complications.

Learn more at hhdsoftware.com/network-monitor and download the 14-day trial period today! There are four different versions to choose from if you decide to purchase Network Monitor.

Lines Worker Rescues from Aerial Bucket Trucks!

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People who install and maintain electric, telecommunication and/or cable lines are known as line workers. Most of these personnel are properly trained and skilled in pole-climbing and working from a bucket truck with power lines, exposing themselves to electrocution and other aerial hazards. For example, if a line worker is jolted with electricity and subsequently collapses inside a bucket truck, then foremen, supervisors and other ground crews must have enough knowledge to safely lower that person to the ground in order to administer first aid.

Safety Training

Most personnel working on such lines today use aerial lifts to accomplish power line tasks much faster and more safely. It is very important for them to individually understand the proper safety procedures so that rescue procedures can be administered to save co-workers lives if necessary. There are various rescue procedures that can be utilized in the event of an emergency involving the bucket truck.

Overriding the Upper Control – Superseding the upper control using the lower control is the safest way to lower the bucket and rescue an unconscious employee who has been electrocuted. In cases where lowering the boom cannot be accomplished in this way, the ground crew can use the auxiliary system or bleed the pressure valves in order to lower the boom safely and revive the unconscious worker as quickly as possible.

Quick Release Device – Extricating an unconscious worker safely from the bucket may require the platform to be lowered to the ground. The bucket quick release device can be activated in order to detach the platform from the boom. When the platform is placed safely on the ground, extricating and administering first aid to the injured person can be better accomplished.

Harness and Rope – There are cases where lowering the boom by any normal means is impossible. Workers who are injured but not incapacitated can use their harnesses and rope to lower themselves to the ground. Other employees can climb up the pole near the bucket to help the employee be lowered to the ground.

Annual Basic Training

Utility companies should have annual basic training for their workers so they can practice and refresh safety education. Operation managers should watch and guide their personnel as they undergo this drill. Pole top rescue training can be done using simulation with a dummy, making it as close to real life as possible. Each employee can take turns performing the rescue by using both the pole top and aerial bucket truck. Training for a four-person crew with three workers will usually take a full day.

Encouraging Safety Practices

There are several ways to encourage line workers, crews and service personnel to practice safety and give their best effort. One idea is to have employees participate in competitions hosted in nearby communities that are designed for such rescues. The contest will most likely include situations involving an injured dummy line person on a pole-top; other workers will call dispatch, climb the forty-foot pole, and climb down bringing the injured dummy to the ground. At that time, the personnel take off their climbing gear and administer first aid including CPR within a certain time limit.

Prioritizing safety practices is very important for every utility company. Rescues from aerial bucket trucks should be included in all annual training so workers can be prepared for any emergency scenario. Then these workers will indeed be prepared for any potential aerial bucket truck rescue!

Large-scale Telecom Mergers Will Appear

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There are already clear signs that mergers and acquisitions of the telecommunications industry may rise steadily in 2011 and 2012. Some operators have announced plans to conduct large-scale transactions.

In 2008, before the growth of the global economy slowed down, the telecommunications industry has been in the pursuit of large-scale mergers and acquisitions. But in the subsequent two years, operators set aside most of the transaction to focus on addressing the economic crisis. However, after the two years of the quiet period, many telecom operators become saturated in the development of its domestic market users. In the fierce competition they begin to continue their former growth plans.

They have recognized the limited opportunities to enter new markets. New potential opportunities and the single market opportunities are few. By the merger they will be able to achieve their goals. Therefore, the trading activity of the telecommunications industry may again become active. The next wave of M & A wave is likely to be the industry’s consolidation.

Compared with other industries, the telecommunications industry remains very fragmented. The income of the largest operator accounts for only a small part of the total industry revenue, indicating that this area is in the golden age of further consolidation.

In the new round of growth period, the re-shuffle merger of the telecommunications industry includes three types: first, the large-scale cross-border trading is expected to become the mainstream. Operators who can take the opportunity to take advantage of this integration is expected to become the winner of the global telecommunications industry. They will also have sufficient financial resources and strong organization, including management, business structure, processes, etc.

Second, the merger may be at the market level, including the business combination of the same market. Operators will look for opportunities to acquire the existing business of a competitor, merge competitive organizations. Although this form is not as popular as cross-market integration, it allows operators to increase the number of users, fight for greater market share and eliminate direct competitors at the same time. Finally, the third kind of merger will appear within the operators.

In the short term, carriers will be possible to achieve recovery and accelerate growth through the three types of merger. However, the operator inter-group cross-market mergers and acquisitions may reshape the telecommunications industry. The analysis also showed that cross-market integration is in a upward momentum, while the opportunities of market integration at the same level will gradually decrease.