Spanish antenna company Fractus has announced a licensing agreement with Connect America, a provider of medical alert services in the USA.

Medical alerts enhance safety and promote autonomy, especially for individuals who value living securely and confidently at home. Leveraging technologies such as cellular connectivity and GPS, Connect America aligns with Fractus’ vision of driving innovation through transformative antenna technology.

“We are thrilled to welcome Connect America as part of the Fractus family,” said Fractus CEO Jordi Ilario. “This agreement not only solidifies our presence in the medical and health sector but also underscores our dedication to empowering industries with robust and reliable antennas. Together with Connect America, we are contributing to a safer and more connected world.”

The medical alert market is growing steadily, with annual shipments of cellular-connected medical alert systems projected to reach 1.6 million units by 2028 in the USA, at a CAGR of 8.3%. These systems are advancing beyond traditional setups to include portable, mobile offerings with cellular and GPS technology for greater mobility.

Fractus’ antenna technology ensures seamless communication for medical-alert devices, meeting the growing demand for high-quality IP in healthcare.

The agreement with Connect America marks a key step in Fractus’ expanding IoT licensing programme and invites industry leaders to join its network and leverage its expertise.

As the top provider of medical alert services in the USA, Connect America (www.connectamerica.com) serves millions of individuals through its PERS and mPERS products. The company’s mission is to provide safety, security and peace of mind to its customers and their families, offering reliable assistance at the press of a button.

Fractus (www.fractus.com) is an early pioneer in developing antenna technology for smartphones, tablets and other wireless IoT devices and holds a patent portfolio of more than 40 inventions.