SAN JOSE, Calif., April 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR), a leader in high performance networking, today announced that it has been honored with two Manufacturing Leadership 100 (ML100) Awards in the sustainability and innovative process categories. The winning initiatives include Extreme Networks' robotic Wi-Fi antenna testing process and sustainable packaging initiative. The recognition demonstrates Extreme Networks' commitment to delivering differentiated products
and solutions to enterprise customers that reflect high value and quality, as well as sustainability and efficiency.
"We are honored to be recognized by Frost & Sullivan'sManufacturing Leadership Council for our commitment to innovative and sustainable practices," said Brad Martin, vice president and chief quality officer at Extreme Networks. "We strive to manufacture best-in-class, high-performance network solutions that set the standard for a superior customer experience. Receiving these awards validates our efforts and success in supporting our customers."
Extreme Networks' robotic Wi-Fi antenna testing process tests unique antenna and access point (AP) products in a simulated stadium installation to evaluate their effectiveness quickly and accurately, with emphasis on repeatability. The intent of the tests is to provide side-by-side comparisons of antenna arrangements, validating both the range and signal strength of the products.
The sustainable packaging project deployed by Extreme Networks improves the carbon footprint for our customers while meeting customer expectations. The eco-friendly packaging scheme uses fewer and more sustainable materials, decreases transportation and production costs while increasing warehouse space.
The ML100 awards ceremony will take place at the Manufacturing Leadership Summit Awards Gala, taking place June 2-4 at the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, CA.
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About the Manufacturing Leadership Awards
The Manufacturing Leadership Awards, now in their 11th year, honor manufacturing companies and individual manufacturing leaders that are shaping the future of global manufacturing. Winning projects and individual manufacturing leaders have demonstrated achievement in one of a wide range of categories, and are chosen by a panel of expert judges for results that enabled the manufacturers to set themselves apart from their competitors and that have delivered clear and compelling value, return on investment, and other tangible outcomes. There will be several winners in each category.
In addition to selecting winners in each awards category, the judges will vote on one High Achiever's Award in each category, as well as a 2015 Manufacturer of the Year for both small and large enterprises.
Manufacturer of the Year along with the top-scoring project in each category will be announced at the 11th Annual Manufacturing Leadership Awards Gala on June 4, 2015, the last day of the Manufacturing Leadership Summit, taking place June 2-4, 2015 at the Omni la Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, CA.
The theme for the 11th Annual Manufacturing Leadership Summit is "The New Era of Creative Manufacturing." The event enables senior-level executives in all aspects of manufacturing an opportunity to network with and learn from the best minds in the industry. The format consists of roundtables, networking events, and unique question-and-answer sessions designed to provide the tools and ideas necessary to solve today's manufacturing challenges and to explore revolutionary new opportunities.
At this year's event, participants are expected to learn how their organizations can create lasting value and differentiation, empower their teams, and use their creativity to think differently. They will leave with concrete take-aways which will empower them to embrace today's new era of creative manufacturing.
For more information on the Manufacturing Leadership Awards or the Manufacturing Leadership Summit, please go to www.mlsummit.com.
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About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXTR) is setting a new standard for superior customer experience by delivering network-powered innovation and market leading service and support. The company delivers high-performance switching and routing products for data center and core-to-edge networks, wired/wireless LAN access, and unified network management and control. Our award-winning solutions include software-defined networking (SDN), cloud and high-density Wi-Fi, BYOD and enterprise mobility, identity access management and security. Extreme Networks is a partner-driven organization with a worldwide network of solution providers, distributors, OEMs, and system integrators, technology partners, alliance partners, and training partners. Headquartered in San Jose, CA, Extreme Networks has
more than 14,000 customers in over 80 countries. For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.extremenetworks.com.
Extreme Networks and the Extreme Networks logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. All other names are the property of their respective owners.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including without limitation statements as to the features, performance, and benefits of Extreme Networks products, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including network design and actual results of use of the product in different environments. We undertake no obligation to update the forward-looking information in this release. Other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks that are on file with the
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