HOLLYWOOD, Maryland – (December 20, 2022) – Parraid, LLC is pleased to announce that our Vector Iridium Data Link (VIDL) product has been selected as a Gold Award Winner, “Best Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Recovery Solution”, from the American Security Today (AST) ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards.
The annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program recognizes vendor solutions that enhance value and add benefit to end users in a variety of government, homeland security and public safety markets. The ‘ASTORS’ Awards feature the most forward thinking and cutting-edge solutions emerging into the market. Parraid is honored that our well-regarded Vector Iridium Data Link (VIDL) product was selected as a Gold Award Winner from the American Security Today.
The VIDL is a satellite radio capable of simultaneous voice and application data exchange utilizing the Iridium Push-to-Talk network service. VIDL enhances real time situational awareness and contributes to the common operating picture. The VIDL allows you to send and receive voice communications, Position Location Information (PLI), group text messaging, operational graphics, map overlays, and routes from anywhere in the world, to anywhere in the world. With the Parraid VIDL, you are always connected, wherever you go.
“Parraid is excited to offer emergency responders the secure communications solution that they deserve in times of crisis,” explained John Parris, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Parraid LLC. “Best of all, VIDL is affordable, making it possible for most emergency response agencies to capitalize on our innovation, ingenuity, and practical approach to solving a real problem: the need to stay connected when cellular coverage isn’t available,” added Parris. “I am especially proud of our innovative team of world-class engineers that allowed us to bring this to market with reliability and engineering excellence second to none.” Learn More. A small products-oriented business, Parraid is wholly devoted to design, engineering, sales, and support of telemetry data systems and tactically oriented mission-critical communications solutions. See https://www.parraid.com/, or contact our Sales Team at sales@parraid.com. Also, see the Parraid VIDL in action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NRk2fUfqrU
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Parraid provides tactical communications solutions, telemetry data systems, and deployable communication products that support mission-critical operations around the globe. Below are some of the most common questions about our technology, services, and support.
Parraid works with aerospace, defense, government, and research organizations that depend on real-time data and secure communications. Our products are engineered to meet the unique operational needs of mission-critical and tactical environments.
Our telemetry data systems enable accurate data acquisition, recording, and playback across test ranges and aerospace applications. With IRIG-106 compliance and TMoIP support, we deliver precise insights for faster mission validation and system performance analysis.
Parraid’s tactical communications solutions are designed for interoperability and resilience. They integrate seamlessly with multi-band radios, SATCOM, and IP-based networks to maintain command, control, and situational awareness in any field condition.
Yes. Our deployable communication products are lightweight, ruggedized, and MIL-STD compliant, ideal for rapid setup and sustained connectivity in mobile or remote missions.
Absolutely. We work closely with our customers to design and configure systems tailored to their operational goals. Whether upgrading existing telemetry infrastructure or developing a fully deployable communication suite, we ensure seamless integration and lifecycle support.
All Parraid systems are designed, built, and supported in the United States. Our team of engineers and specialists provides continuous technical support to ensure mission reliability and customer success.