ATLANTA, July 28, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- EMS Wireless, the Performance Leader(TM) in RF Solutions, a division of EMS Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:ELMG), announced today that the division's strong order inflow throughout the second quarter and into the third quarter has resulted in a new record for backlog of $13 million. Five of the top six months for new orders in EMS Wireless's history have occurred these last five months in 2005.
"We are delighted with this record backlog and the continued strong orders from our wireless service provider customer base," says Gerald Hickman, senior vice president and general manager of EMS Wireless. "Several wireless carriers are investing in our next-generation antenna products to expand their network coverage footprint. We are seeing an increase in orders in our traditional antenna lines and within our repeater product line as well."
About EMS Technologies, Inc.
EMS Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:ELMG) is a leading innovator in the design and manufacture of wireless, satellite and defense solutions, and focuses its unique range of advanced technologies on the needs of broadband and mobile information users. The Company is headquartered in Atlanta, has approximately 1,800 workers worldwide, and operates manufacturing facilities in Atlanta, Montreal, Ottawa and Brazil.
EMS Wireless, The Performance Leader(TM) in RF Solutions, designs, manufactures and markets a comprehensive selection of RF solutions for wireless carriers. They include products for mobile and fixed wireless applications as well as repeater and amplifier products.
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