Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about Commcrete’s satellite communication solutions

About Commcrete & Our SATCOM Technology

What is Commcrete?

Commcrete is a developer and manufacturer of mission-critical satellite communication solutions, delivering narrow-band SATCOM systems for tactical communications, public safety, Search and Rescue (SAR) teams, and commercial operations.

Commcrete enables assured satellite connectivity without clear sky visibility, any antenna alignment, or complex setup, ensuring resilient communications in contested, denied, and degraded environments.

What problem does Commcrete solve?

Traditional satellite communications often fail in real operational conditions due to:

  • Obstructed sky view
  • Complex deployment and alignment
  • Large antennas and high-power consumption
  • Vulnerability to jamming and EW Commcrete removes these constraints by delivering field-proven, resilient SATCOM on-the-move, designed to keep forces and first responders connected when it matters most.

How is Commcrete different from other SATCOM systems?

Commcrete delivers:

  • Utilizing L-Band over GEO satellites
  • Narrow-band satellite communications optimized for voice and data in any weather condition
  • SATCOM on-the-move (SOTM) without precise antenna pointing
  • Assured connectivity in urban, forested, maritime, and mountainous terrain
  • Software-defined, modular architecture interoperable with leading mission systems
  • Communication resilience against detection, jamming, and geo-location

Is Commcrete technology operationally proven?

Yes. Commcrete systems are operationally deployed and battle-proven, used by defense, government, and public safety organizations in real-world missions, including Search and Rescue and disaster response.

Products & Platforms

What products does Commcrete offer?

Commcrete offers a family of mission-critical SATCOM devices, including:

  • Flipper – Universal radio-to-SATCOM converter - converts any line-of-sight (LOS) radio to Beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) SATCOM device for dismounted, handheld, and edge users
  • Stardust – All-in-one C4I SATCOM device - Tactical Edition
  • Bittel – All-in-one wireless C4I SATCOM device - Multi-Purpose Edition Each product is available across multiple platform variants, adapted to the operational domain and user type.
What platforms and domains are supported?

Commcrete provides domain-adapted platforms, including:

  • Handheld / dismounted
  • Vehicle / mounted
  • Maritime / naval vessels
  • Airborne platforms and aircraft
  • HQ, command posts, and mobile command centers
  • Tactical edge and remote nodes
What types of communication are supported?

Commcrete supports mission-critical satellite communications, including

  • Secure voice communications
  • Data messaging
  • File transferring
  • Location, tracking, and Blue Force Tracking
  • Integration with C4I and tactical applications (e.g., ATAK)
Can Commcrete operate while on the move?

Yes. Connectivity is maintained without stopping, precise pointing, or manual alignment.
Commcrete delivers SATCOM on-the-move, supporting:

  • Dismounted personnel
  • Vehicles
  • Maritime vessels
  • Aircraft and airborne platforms
How easy are Commcrete systems to use?

Commcrete devices are lightweight, SWaP-optimized, and intuitive, designed by ex-operators for ease of use under pressure in austere environments, with minimal training required.

Are Commcrete systems secure?

Yes. They are designed for secure, mission-critical communications in contested environments.
Commcrete solutions include:

  • AES-256 encryption for Stardust and Bittel
  • Transparent Radio encryption support for Flipper
  • LPI / LPD (low probability of intersection or detection) against jamming and EW threats

Use Cases & Vertical Markets

Who uses Commcrete solutions?

Commcrete serves:

  • Defense and military forces
  • Government agencies
  • Public safety and first responders
  • Search and Rescue (SAR) teams
  • Disaster response organizations
  • Commercial and industrial operators
How does Commcrete support tactical and defense operations?

Commcrete enables Mission-Critical Communications for the Modern Battlespace, supporting:

  • Tactical edge connectivity
  • Multi-unit and multi-domain coordination
  • Assured communications under EW and jamming pressure
  • Reliable SATCOM for maneuvering forces
How is Commcrete used in Search and Rescue (SAR)?

Commcrete supports SAR operations by enabling:

  • Communications in forests, mountains, maritime, and disaster zones
  • Team tracking and coordination
  • Connectivity when terrestrial networks are unavailable

Is Commcrete suitable for public safety and disaster response?

Yes. Commcrete provides resilient satellite communications systems for:

  • Emergency response
  • Natural disasters
  • Infrastructure outages
  • Multi-agency coordination
Is Commcrete suitable for commercial or civilian applications?

Yes. Its narrow-band SATCOM design is ideal for low-bandwidth, high-reliability applications.
Commcrete supports:

  • Commercial and industrial operations
  • Unmanned platforms
  • Remotely controlled IoT systems
  • Critical infrastructure and remote assets
Can Commcrete be used as a backup communication system?

Yes. Commcrete is often deployed as a resilient backup or redundancy layer, ensuring communications remain available when primary networks fail. In addition, Commcrete is frequently used as the main communication channel to support critical and mission-essential operations.

Deployment, Availability & Ecosystem

Where is Commcrete available?

Commcrete operates globally, with a strong presence in:

  • North America
  • Europe
  • APAC
  • UAE

Commcrete works through direct engagement, strategic partners, distributors, and system integrators.

Does Commcrete integrate with existing mission systems?

Yes. Commcrete solutions are interoperable with leading mission systems, including:

  • C4I platforms
  • Tactical applications
  • Command and control environments
How quickly can Commcrete systems be deployed?

Commcrete systems are designed for rapid deployment, often operational within minutes, even in austere environments.

What training is required?

Minimal training is required. Commcrete systems are designed to be operator-friendly, even for users without SATCOM expertise.

How can organizations evaluate Commcrete solutions?

Organizations can request:

  • Product briefings
  • Live or field demonstrations
  • Integration and deployment discussions