Infel Netplus chooses Topex Qutex for interconnection with Makedonski Telekom

TOPEX, the European telecom equipment manufacturer and NGN solution provider, announced today that Infel Netplus, a subsidiary of the leading CaTV operator in FYROM - Infel KTV, has deployed Qutex equipment to complete interconnection with incumbent operator, Makedonski Telekom.

Topex provided Infel Netplus with a high quality solution for signalization and conversion between SS7 based network of Makedonski Telekom and the IP based network of Infel. The deployment is based on three interconnection points, in three different cities across the country, using SIGTRAN architecture. Qutex equipment from Topex is a powerful SIP&H323 - SS7 platform providing transparent signaling interworking between circuit switched networks and the IP network. The standard use of the equipment allows the client to interface the PSTN traditional network through E1 interface to IP networks. “We are pleased that Infel selected our company giving us the opportunity to expand our geographical footprint. By deploying our equipments for interconnection purposes, we had one more time the chance to demonstrate our capabilities and expertise in the convergent networks field”, stated Mr. Radu Balaci, Business Development Manager - Projects and NGN Solutions at Topex. The solution has been seamlessly interconnected with several operators around the world proving to be high reliable and cost-effective for small and medium operators. Infel Netplus company details Infel Netplus is a subsidiary of Infel Ktv, the biggest CaTV operator in FYROM, offering also cabled Internet and voice services to its subscribers. Established in 1998, the company, through Infel Netplus, is aiming to become an important presence on the telecommunication landscape of its country, by offering high added-value communication services. TOPEX company details TOPEX is among the most innovative, fast growing European manufacturers of telecommunication equipment, providing a wide range of telecommunication applications. The company has over 18 years of experience in research, development and manufacturing of both civil and military telecommunication devices. TOPEX's expertise includes: Next Generation Network solutions, Softswitch, Media Gateways for TDM, VoIP, GSM and CDMA (2G, 3G), Signaling Gateways (SS7, ISDN, R2, SIP and H323), Broadband Wi-Fi Mobile Routers, Fixed-Mobile Terminals (2G, 3G) and ATC Voice Communication Systems.