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Telephonics Terminal Approach Radar Successfully Integrates with South Korean Air Traffic Control System
Press Releases on February 27, 2014
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Telephonics Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF), announced today the successful integration and final Busan Regional Aviation Authority (BRAA) approval of its terminal approach radar into the Uljin, South Korea Air Traffic Control system. The new radar system includes an S-band Primary Surveillance Radar (PSR), a Monopulse Secondary Surveillance Radar (MSSR) with mode S capability, as well as the integration of Uljin radar data with the Pohang Airport Approach Control Center.
“We are extremely pleased to deliver a fully integrated radar system that enhances air traffic safety on the South Korean peninsula”, said Kevin McSweeney, Telephonics’ Chief Operating Officer. “The successful integration of our radar system into the South Korean Air Traffic Control system reinforces Telephonics’ proven commitment and ability to provide customers across the globe with leading-edge technology and complete turnkey solutions.”
The project, which began in 2012, consisted of site survey/planning, civil works, the furnishing of a 25 meter tower, associated shelter construction as well as the design, delivery, installation and commissioning of the radar system.
For more information about Telephonics, please contact Lisa Ahrens or visit www.telephonics.com.
About Telephonics
Telephonics' high-technology engineering and manufacturing capabilities provide integrated information, communication and sensor system solutions to military and commercial markets worldwide. Telephonics specializes in aircraft intercommunication systems, wireless communication systems, radars, identification friend or foe products, integrated security systems, air traffic management systems, aerospace electronics, and the performance of threat and radar system analyses.
About Griffon Corporation
Griffon Corporation, headquartered in New York, N.Y., is a diversified management and holding company that conducts business through wholly owned subsidiaries. The Company oversees the operations of its subsidiaries, allocates resources among them and manages their capital structures. The Company provides direction and assistance to its subsidiaries in connection with acquisition and growth opportunities as well as in connection with divestitures. Griffon also seeks out, evaluates and, when appropriate, will acquire additional businesses that offer potentially attractive returns on capital to further diversify itself.
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