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Flash Enhances Monitoring Service & Security

Franklin, Tenn. (April 24, 2016) – Flash Technology, a global leader in obstruction lighting, announces enhanced monitoring service & security for Vanguard® SMART series and FTM 190 monitoring devices. The leading remote monitoring products are now equipped with simple network management protocol version 3 encryption or SNMPv3.

SNMPv3 encryption provides Flash Technology customers with increased security for the monitoring capabilities of their obstruction lighting. It also offers real-time notifications and two-way communication. Finally, SNMPv3 gives Flash Technology customers greater control over the authentication methods used to secure the monitoring devices.

“Flash strives to exceed our customers’ expectations. The security of our monitoring solutions is an integral part of our commitment to exceptional service,” says Mark Lane, director of marketing and product management. “Updating our monitoring devices to SNMPv3 helps us to expand the level of safety and convenience for our customers.”

The Vanguard monitoring products enabled with SMART card and FTM 190 monitoring devices are versatile systems. They adapt to the customers’ unique needs and comply with FAA lighting regulations in multiple industries. Through SNMPv3, the products are Wifi accessible and provide greater ease of use through any wireless device. The wireless features allow for remote firmware updates and inspections. Flash Technology supports 24/7/365 monitoring, diagnostics and customer support through our NOC.

About Flash Technology

Flash Technology, LLC is based in Franklin, TN and is a subsidiary of SPX Corporation, a global multi-industry manufacturing leader. Flash Technology designs, manufactures, installs and services FAA-compliant aviation obstruction lighting systems, tower lights and monitoring equipment. Founded in 1970, the global leader supports a wide range of business industries including aviation, broadcast, telecommunications, utilities and wind energy.

About SPX Corporation

SPX Corporation is a supplier of highly engineered products and technologies, holding leadership positions in the HVAC, detection and measurement, and engineered solutions markets. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, SPX Corporation had approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue in 2016 and more than 5,000 employees in about 15 countries. SPX Corporation is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SPXC.” For more information, please visit www.spx.com.

Media Contact

Mark Lane
322 Nichol Mill Ln, Franklin, TN 37067
615.503.2000