Verizon announces Rescue 42 as latest “Verizon Frontline Verified” partner

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Verizon Frontline has announced Rescue 42 as its newest 'Verizon Frontline Verified' partner. Rescue 42, a leading manufacturer of fire and rescue equipment since 1995, has earned this prestigious designation for meeting Verizon's high standards for public safety communications solutions.

The company's flagship product, the miniNSD™ AiO (Network System Deployable All-in-One), is a portable cell tower and satellite backhaul solution that can:

• Connect up to 64 devices
• Provide Wi-Fi hotspot coverage up to 500 feet
• Operate in harsh weather conditions

Based in Chico, California, Rescue 42 manufactures its products in the U.S. and has been serving the public safety sector for nearly three decades. The Verizon Frontline Verified program is specifically designed for vendors whose products support first responders and public safety officials during emergencies. Verizon reported revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024.

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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today announced Rescue 42 as the latest partner to earn “Verizon Frontline Verified” status.

For nearly three decades, Rescue 42 has been a leading manufacturer of fire and rescue equipment, including telecom devices. Rescue 42 joins a growing list of vendors whose products meet the high standards required to attain the prestigious “Verizon Frontline Verified” designation.

“This is a tremendous achievement for our company,” said Amy Velazquez, President and Chief Operations Officer at Rescue 42. “Obtaining ‘Verizon Frontline Verified’ status demonstrates Rescue 42's continued commitment to delivering high-quality, mission-critical communications solutions proven to perform on high-quality networks like Verizon’s.”

Rescue 42’s products, like the miniNSD™ AiO, are used by public safety agencies across the nation. The miniNSD™ AiO, or Network System Deployable All-in-One, is a portable cell tower and satellite backhaul solution that is ruggedized for austere weather conditions, can connect up to 64 devices, and has a Wi-Fi hotspot range of 500 feet. The miniNSD™ AiO is small enough to be carried by hand or rolled in its case.

The “Verizon Frontline Verified” program offers a special designation to vendors whose products have been tested and meet the high standards required for public safety use on the Verizon network. The products eligible for this status are specifically designed to assist public safety officials and first responders during all types of hazards and emergencies.

Vendors looking to earn the “Verizon Frontline Verified” designation must first be part of the Verizon Frontline Innovation Program. Vendors in this program can request to have specific products, like the miniNSD™ AiO, go through the verification process. More information on the program can be found here.

Since 1995, Rescue 42 has manufactured innovative fire and rescue products in the U.S. at its facility in Chico, California. With a solid reputation for quality and reliability, Rescue 42 products have become a fixture in modern public safety operations. Learn more at www.rescue42.com.

Verizon Frontline is the advanced network and technology built for first responders – developed over three decades of partnership with public safety officials and agencies on the front lines – to meet their unique and evolving needs. Learn more at our site.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024. Verizon’s world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit verizon.com or find a retail location at verizon.com/stores.

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Media contact:
Chandler Baker
chandler.baker@verizon.com
757 725 4806

FAQ

What capabilities does Rescue 42's miniNSD AiO offer for emergency responders on VZ's network?

The miniNSD AiO is a portable cell tower solution that connects 64 devices, provides 500-foot Wi-Fi coverage, and includes satellite backhaul capabilities, all in a ruggedized package designed for harsh conditions.

How does a vendor qualify for Verizon Frontline Verified status?

Vendors must first join the Verizon Frontline Innovation Program and have their products tested to meet Verizon's strict standards for public safety use on their network.

What impact does the Rescue 42 partnership have on VZ's public safety communications offerings?

The partnership enhances Verizon's public safety communications portfolio by adding Rescue 42's proven mission-critical equipment, including the portable miniNSD AiO cell tower solution.

When did Rescue 42 start manufacturing emergency response equipment?

Rescue 42 has been manufacturing fire and rescue equipment in Chico, California since 1995, spanning nearly three decades of experience.

What is the coverage range of Rescue 42's miniNSD AiO portable cell tower on VZ's network?

The miniNSD AiO provides a Wi-Fi hotspot range of 500 feet and can support connections for up to 64 devices simultaneously.