BOSTON and SUNNYVALE, Calif.-- American Tower Corporation (NYSE: AMT) and Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS company, today announced the first commercial Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) Private LTE network deployment at International Speedway Corporation's (ISC) newly-renovated ISM Raceway in Phoenix. The solution delivers expanded connectivity to motorsports enthusiasts for the ultimate fan experience in the INfield, grandstands, camping grounds and Midway.
The new technology will debut alongside ISM Raceway's Opening Weekend on November 9, 10 and 11. The Raceway underwent a two-year, $178 million modernization project to make it one of the premiere motorsports and entertainment destinations. The weekend will feature multiple races, anchored by the Monster Energy NASCAR® Cup Series Can-Am 500.
CBRS could be a game changer for wireless connectivity. It provides the opportunity to leverage 3.5 GHz spectrum to enable organizations to establish their own LTE networks. This makes it ideal for in-building and public space applications where cellular signals are weak, or spectrum is limited, but data demand is not. Ruckus Networks, an ARRIS company, was the first to secure Federal Communication Commission (FCC) CBRS certification for their indoor and outdoor LTE Access Points (APs). The ISM Raceway solution deployed by American Tower includes the Federated Wireless Spectrum Controller and the Ruckus Q710 and Q910 LTE APs. American Tower also installed the Ruckus T310 series and T610 series outdoor 802.11ac APs.
The deployment at ISM Raceway is part of ARRIS's multi-track agreement with ISC to bring high-speed Wi-Fi to the fans, staff, and crews who support the events. ARRIS previously worked with ISC to install carrier-class Ruckus Wi-Fi products at Daytona International Speedway.
American Tower Corp. (NYSE: AMT)
Arris Group Inc. (Nasdaq: ARRS)