Matrix Design Group, LLC (Matrix) has announced a distribution partnership agreement with Northern Light Technologies (NLT) for distribution and service of the N-Connex system throughout the USA and Africa. N-Connex is an award winning networking system, designed specifically for harsh environments, integrating voice communications, asset & personnel tracking, high speed data communications, control and automation, video surveillance, condition monitoring and other solutions into a single modular, Wi-Fi and Ethernet based platform.

“Matrix is excited to be teaming up with NLT again to deliver this innovative new solution into a variety of applications, including the hardrock mining and tunnelling markets,” said Matrix President, David Clardy. “Matrix has always prided itself on delivering high-quality, production-enhancing and cost-effective technology solutions to its customers, and we looking forward to adding this system to Matrix’s product suite.”

“NLT is looking forward to working with the Matrix team to expand the N-Connex install base throughout the US and African markets,” said NLT Digital Managing Director, Tim Haight. “We believe the networking solutions provided by the N-Connex system are really going to impress the operators in these new markets, bringing a level of connectivity and information to these industries that has been unavailable to date at reasonable price points.”

The cited advantage of the N-Connex system lies in its ability to create a completely custom, modular network for any operation, from underground hard rock mines to process plants, from tunnels to heavy industry. Using an easy to expand and troubleshoot Wi-Fi + Ethernet solution, an operation can continue to grow while assured their data, communications and Wi-Fi-connected Internet of Things (IoT) equipment will be able to grow with them.