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ATSC - Advanced Television Systems Committee
Formed to establish voluntary technical standards for advanced television systems, including digital high definition television (HDTV). |
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ACI- American Concrete Institute
ACI is a technical and educational society dedicated to improving the design, construction, maintenance and repair of concrete structures. |
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AISC - American Institute of Steel Construction
A non-profit trade association and technical institute, established in 1921, serving the structural steel industry in the United States. |
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ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers
Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers represents members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America's oldest national engineering society. |
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AWEA - American Wind Energy Association
Since 1974 the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), the national trade association for the wind energy industry, has advocated the development of wind energy as a reliable, environmentally superior energy alternative in the United States and around the world. |
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Association Public Television Stations
Its members are the nation's public television stations. APTS’s mission is to support the continued growth and development of a strong and financially sound noncommercial television service for the American public. |
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AFCCE- Association of Federal Communications Consulting Engineers
A professional association of communications engineers practicing before the Federal Communications Commission. Engineering for broadcast stations in the AM, FM and TV services, for microwave, cellular radio, PCS, paging systems, cable systems and for satellite facilities are some of the area in which AFCCE members offer their professional services. |
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APCO – Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials-International, Inc. Bulletin Public Safety Communications
Telecommunication Industry Association
A national trade organization with more than 900 large and small companies providing communication and information technology products and services. |
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ASTM – American Society of Testing Materials
A standards development organization that serves as an open forum for the development of international standards. Site includes standards information, links to ASTM technical committees and training. |
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AWS - American Welding Society
A multi-faceted, nonprofit organization with a goal to advance the science, technology and application of welding and related joining disciplines. |
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CWB- Canadian Welding Bureau
The Canadian Welding Bureau is a division of the Canadian Standards Association that administers a certification program for companies involved in the welding of steel structures. |
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CTIA - Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association
CTIA's WOW-COM is the web site for the leading association of the wireless industry. It is the pre-eminent global source of news, technology, regulatory information, and research data on all aspects of the rapidly changing world of business. |
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IEEE - Broadcast Technology Society
The IEEE Broadcast Technology Society has a field of interest that encompasses devices, equipment, techniques and systems related to broadcast technology, including the production, distribution, transmission, and propagation aspects. The Society hosts an annual Broadcast Technology Symposium each Fall to highlight the latest advances in broadcasting. |
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NAB -National Association of Broadcasters
A full-service trade association which represents the interests of free, over-the-air radio and television broadcasters. Includes a listing of broadcast industry related events. |
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NATE - The National Association of Tower Erectors
A non-profit trade association which provides members with uniform safety standards, improved communications, and a unified voice to help shape the future of the tower industry. |
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NPCA – The Association of the Manufactured Concrete Products Industry
An international trade association, NPCA represents manufacturers of plant produced precast concrete products and companies that provide the equipment, supplies and services to make these products. |
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PCIA - The Wireless Infrastructure Association
An association dedicated to representing the unique business needs of the tower and site management industry. They represent companies that develop, own, manage, and operate towers, commercial rooftops and other facilities for the provision of all types of wireless, broadcasting and telecommunications services. |
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SBE - Society of Broadcast Engineers
The professional association for broadcast technical personnel.
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TIA- Telecommunication Industry Association
TIA represents information and communications technology (ICT) suppliers serving the global marketplace. TIA promotes innovation and a competitive environment.
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Articles/Sites of Interest |
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AmFmTv Online
If you're looking for a radio station or television station, they have the information you want. The site features a searchable database in which you can find exactly the broadcast station information for which you're looking.
http://www.amfmtvonline.com |
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Broadcast.Net (BNet)
The Broadcast Industry's Home Page - Lots of free services for the Professional Broadcaster.
http://www.broadcast.net |
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NAWP - North American Wind power
Covering the world’s fastest growing energy source in the world’s most promising geographical market.
http://www.nawindpower.com |
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Government |
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ASR - Antenna Structure Registration by the FCC (Online System)
For registration and general information about TIN registration, including frequently asked questions.
http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/antenna |
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NTIA- National Telecommunications and Information Administration
Created in 1978, The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is the President's principal adviser on telecommunications and information policy issues, and in this role frequently works with other Executive Branch agencies to develop and present the Administration's position on these issues.
http://www.ntia.doc.gov |
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FAA – Federation Aviation Administration
Email FCC Technical Support
or call 1-202-414-1250
Email: ulshelp@fcc.gov
http://faa.gov |
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FCC- Federal Communications Commission
Home page for the agency that regulates broadcasting in the United States
http://www.fcc.gov
Email Licensing Support
or call 1-888-CALL-FCC (255-5322) Support
Email: ulscomm@fcc.gov |
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Industry Journals |
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BE Radio
http://www.beradio.com |
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Broadcast Engineering
http://www.broadcastengineering.com |
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Broadband Wireless
http://www.shorecliffcommunications.com/magazine/ |
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Cellular Tower Industry News
www.steelintheair.com/CellTowerIndustryNews.htm |
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Radio Resource Mission Critical Communications
http://www.mccmag.com |
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Radio World
http://www.rwonline.com |
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RCR Wireless News
http://www.rcrnews.com |
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Fryer’s Tower Source
http://www.towersource.com |
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Wireless Estimator
http://www.wirelessestimator.com/ |
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Wireless Design & Development Online
http://www.wirelessdesignmag.com |
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Wireless Review
http://www.wirelessreview.com |
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Wireless Week
http://www.wirelessweek.com |
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