Telit Wireless’ (News - Alert) GE865-QUAD, the world’s smallest GSM/GPRS M2M communications module was selected by Quake Global to remotely connect QUAKE’s Q-Pro and Q4000 smart modems to cellular networks for expanded asset tracking and increased reliability.

Now, the designers can design extremely compact applications with the low profile and small size of the unique BGA package for the GE865-QUAD. The solution cost is significantly reduced compared to conventional mounting as connectors are eliminated, states Telit Wireless.

The industrial strength Q-Pro and Q4000 can be accessed from anywhere in the world and it is designed to remotely track, monitor and control valuable mobile assets like heavy equipment, trucks, locomotives, rail cars and shipping containers. These fully programmable devices can be integrated into existing applications or act as complete standalone solutions.

“QUAKE’s impressive list of customers, which is comprised of the world’s most recognized brand names in the construction and heavy equipment market, is built upon their deep experience in developing global asset tracking technology,” said Michael Ueland, vice president and general manager of Telit Wireless Solutions. “The company’s selection of our module represents an important milestone in the launch of our GE865-QUAD product and a testament of Telit innovation.”

With PTCRB (News - Alert) certification, the Q-Pro and Q4000 are immediately available for deployment on select cellular networks in the U.S. Along with optional GPS capabilities that include sophisticated geo-fencing, QUAKE customers can use both satellite and GSM/GPRS wireless delivery systems to track locations. QUAKE’s Q-Pro and Q4000 are ideal solutions for monitoring mobile assets as they feature a small, rugged form factor.

In February 2010, Deutsche Telekom AG (News - Alert), T-Mobile GmbH and Telit Communications signed a strategic collaboration agreement to work together in the M2M market. Telit ranks among the leading technology providers for M2M communications. The partners will be working closely together on sales and marketing in their target markets and plan to jointly develop innovative M2M products and services in the future.