Israeli Company Commcrete Presents “Flipper” – Easy Transition to Satellite Communication in the Field

In radio-based communication systems or PTT, one of the common challenges is loss of communication due to complex topography or built-up areas that create interference or lack of communication infrastructure. These systems require a clear line of sight, and sometimes infrastructures are damaged or blocked. A solution to this issue is satellite communication, which does not rely on ground or airborne relays and provides a direct link to satellites, even in challenging terrain.

One of the innovative solutions is a device called "Flipper," produced by the Israeli company Commcrete. It enables easy and quick connectivity to satellite communication while using existing radio systems. The Flipper, compact and portable, directly integrates with current communication systems. The process is simple: the operator disconnects the radio’s antenna and replaces it with the Flipper, transforming the communication system into a satellite network via L-BAND frequencies, supporting geostationary satellites. The system was primarily developed for First Responders and Public Safety.

"We offer our customers the option of service with or without a contract with satellite companies, according to their preference," explains Moshe Ben Moshe, VP of Marketing at the company. "Our solution turns any existing tactical system into a satellite system, without the user noticing any operational difference."

Ben Moshe also highlights a key advantage of their solution over competitors: "The competing system is more cumbersome, with a relatively large antenna. Our antenna is smaller, developed in-house, allowing optimal electromagnetic propagation toward the satellite without requiring or depending on precise antenna alignment with the satellite."

On the energy front, military radios use standard batteries, and the Flipper relies on the existing radio battery, so there’s no need for an additional power source. "We can develop a custom interface if needed, but the focus is on simplicity and cost-effective operation," Ben Moshe adds.

The Flipper is available in several versions: a Handheld version, ruggedized versions for vehicles and boats, and a command post version with remote deployment capability.