[Satellite TODAY 01-23-13] Norsat International has launched its new M2M (machine to machine) Solutions line for the oil and gas industry. The company’s first product, Sentinel RMC, is an all-inclusive equipment and data as a service package that provides global, remote site data monitoring and control in real time.

   The product is currently designed for down hole well monitoring applications but Norsat expects M2M Solutions to be used for any applications requiring real time data monitoring and control.

   Sentinel RMC includes a ruggedized remote terminal unit (RTU), which consists of an integrated processor, a data storage unit, and numerous general-purpose inputs and outputs capable of providing advanced data management and control. The product also provides connectivity from anywhere in the world through communication service options such as satellite, cellular, terrestrial, and point to point microwave; using the most cost-effective service for the customer’s application and location.