BASE Engineering Releases New Long-Range Chipset to Improve Communications in Challenging Industrial Operating Environments

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BASE Engineering, a Dover (NYSE: DOV) company within OPW's Fluid Transfer Solutions unit, has launched its new Long-Range Chipset. The technology enhances wireless communication capabilities for BASE Engineering's Ranger and ProControl handheld devices, offering range exceeding 1,000 feet (305 meters) with external antennas.

The chipset significantly improves communication reliability in industrial environments where propane and refined fueling equipment, construction equipment, cement and vacuum trucks, cranes, cargo ships, and manufacturing facilities operate. A key advantage is that many applications can function without external antennas, enabling cleaner and faster installations.

Positive

• Introduction of new Long-Range Chipset technology with extended range capabilities (1,000+ feet)
• Enhanced communication reliability in challenging industrial environments
• Reduced installation complexity by eliminating external antenna requirements in many applications

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• None.

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Technology Analyst

The new Long-Range Chipset from BASE Engineering represents an incremental technological improvement in industrial wireless communications, particularly noteworthy for its enhanced range capabilities exceeding 1,000 feet and improved reliability in challenging industrial environments. This advancement primarily addresses operational efficiency in industrial settings where reliable wireless control is critical.

From a market perspective, while this product enhancement strengthens Dover's position in the industrial automation sector, it's unlikely to materially impact Dover's financial performance given that BASE Engineering is just one component of OPW's Fluid Transfer Solutions business unit, which itself is only a portion of Dover's diverse portfolio. The innovation mainly serves to maintain competitive positioning rather than create significant new market opportunities.

In simple terms: Think of this as upgrading from a regular TV remote to a more powerful one that works through walls and at longer distances. While it's useful and keeps customers happy, it's not a game-changing innovation that would dramatically boost sales or stock value.

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BASE Engineering, Inc., part of OPW's Fluid Transfer Solutions business unit and Dover (NYSE: DOV), today announced the launch of its new Long-Range Chipset. This new wireless chipset option has been designed to increase range, reliability and installation flexibility beginning with the BASE Engineering portfolio of Ranger and ProControl handheld communication devices.

The Long-Range Chipset features the capability to exceed 1,000 feet (305 meters) of range for installations with external antennas. One of the key benefits of the Long-Range Chipset is the increased reliability of communication in worksite environments where propane and refined fueling equipment, construction equipment, cement and vacuum trucks, cranes, cargo ships, and manufacturing facilities are present. Additionally, in many applications, the use of external antennas is not required resulting in a cleaner, faster installation.

"The Long-Range Chipset represents a continued commitment to our existing and future BASE Engineering ecosystem," said Toby Bourque, Vice President of BASE Engineering. "Working with our partners and end-users, we've designed this new chipset to not only deliver a stronger communication range but also provide a more reliable connection in challenging industrial operating environments. Our Long-Range Chipset also offers expanded flexibility and simplicity during installation while removing the external-antenna requirement in many installations, which is something our partners and customers have been requesting."

About BASE Engineering, Inc.:
Founded in 1996, BASE Engineering, Inc., Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, is a widely recognized leader in the engineering, design, manufacturing and supply of automated wireless-control systems for use by fuel-delivery fleets in the oil and gas, refined fuels and industrial markets. Today, BASE Engineering systems are deployed around the world by fleet operators who are looking to optimize safety, reliability, productivity and cost-effectiveness in all of their truck-based fuel-delivery applications. For more information on BASE Engineering, please visit baseng.com.

About OPW Fluid Transfer Solutions:
OPW Fluid Transfer Solutions, a business unit within OPW, a Dover company, is dedicated to delivering world-class technologies for use in the handling, transfer and transport of hazardous bulk products. Specifically, the companies of OPW FTS – Civacon, Midland, OPW Engineered Systems, BASE Engineering, Inc., and Xanik – develop and manufacture products and systems that help ensure the safe, reliable and efficient loading and unloading of critical hazardous fluids and dry goods for a customer base that operates in three distinct business units: Cargo, Rail and Chemical & Industrial. For more information on OPW Fluid Transfer Solutions, please visit opwglobal.com.

About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 70 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

OPW Contact:
Brittany Eppley
(330) 212-1690
brittany.eppley@opwglobal.com 

Dover Media Contact:
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications
(630) 743-5039
asakowicz@dovercorp.com     

Dover Investor Contact:
Jack Dickens, VP, Investor Relations
(630) 743-2566
jdickens@dovercorp.com

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FAQ

What is the range capability of BASE Engineering's new Long-Range Chipset for DOV?

The new Long-Range Chipset can exceed 1,000 feet (305 meters) of range when using external antennas.

What are the main benefits of BASE Engineering's new Long-Range Chipset for Dover (DOV)?

The main benefits include increased communication range, improved reliability in industrial environments, and simplified installation with reduced need for external antennas in many applications.

Which BASE Engineering products will feature the new Long-Range Chipset technology?

The Long-Range Chipset will be implemented in BASE Engineering's Ranger and ProControl handheld communication devices.

How does the new Long-Range Chipset improve industrial operations for Dover (DOV)?

The chipset enhances communication reliability in environments with propane and refined fueling equipment, construction equipment, cement trucks, cranes, cargo ships, and manufacturing facilities.