ZURICH, May 6 /PRNewswire/ --

- Barionet devices allow operators to remotely monitor operations and 
security threats

Barix AG, a pioneer in IP-based audio, intercom, control, and monitoring, 
today announced the installation of more than 1,000 Barix Barionet IP control 
devices to monitor power cabinets and substations throughout Singapore.

Barix Barionet IP control products are network-enabled, remotely
accessible devices ideal for automation and monitoring applications in
buildings, industrial and IT systems. The Barionets in the Singapore
operation are used to remotely monitor substation security and integrity by
supervising doors and cabinets; and to switch alarms and local control
functions on and off. Barix TS temperature sensors are also used to monitor
the environmental condition of the cabinets. These readings and notifications
allow operators to react quickly in the event of impending or actual
equipment failures and security threats.

The Barionets were supported and delivered by Avanca Technologies, the
exclusive Barix distributor in Singapore; and installed by system integrator
Willowglen Services, also of Singapore. According to Mr. Cheong, Manager of
Willowglen Services, the Barionets provided a reliable, low-cost solution
with exceptional performance for remotely monitoring critical power systems
in the field. Most of the Barionets are exposed to harsh conditions,
including many indoor installations without air conditioning, and some open
air locations that offer limited protection from the elements.

"The very compact design of the Barionet makes it very easy to install
the device in any kind of cabinet, and it is extremely reliable in harsh
environments with limited or no air conditioning," said Mr. Cheong. "The
Barionet is also very proactive compared to industrial controllers that
simply wait for the server to collect readings instead of immediately
forwarding that information."

The Barionets are connected to D-Link or Linksys 3G routers for IP
connectivity, sharing the connection with other IP-based equipment such as
cameras.

"Barix control devices are now installed around the world under very
challenging conditions, including all seven continents. The Barionet family
has proven extremely reliable in all types of climates, whether in
Antarctica, the deserts in the Middle East, Hawaii or here in Singapore,"
said Johannes Rietschel, CEO and Founder of Barix AG. "This specific project
has put more than 1,000 Barionets into service, and has become one of our 100
largest installations globally."

Please visit the Barix website at www.barix.com or www.ip-audio.info for
more information.