Corning Enables Enhanced Cellular Coverage at AmericasMart(R) Atlanta

CORNING, NY--(Marketwired - Nov 19, 2013) - Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) today announced that its distributed antenna system (DAS) has been installed at AmericasMart^® Atlanta to help deliver improved wireless coverage, capacity and data speeds for exhibitors and guests.

"Our investment in innovative technology solutions like the Corning DAS speaks to our commitment to doing whatever is necessary to ensure our merchants' success," said Jeff Portman, president and chief operating officer, AmericasMart Atlanta. "The DAS allows us to provide AmericasMart attendees the ability to do business without having to worry about slow data speeds or spotty voice coverage."

Comprised of nearly 1,300 antennas and more than 250 fiber-fed remotes, the DAS enhances cellular coverage during high-traffic events when thousands of people might be trying to access the network simultaneously.

"Corning is excited to provide the DAS to AmericasMart Atlanta, the nation's premier wholesale trade center," said Mike O'Day, vice president, Optical Connectivity Solutions, Corning. "We're continuing to see a growing demand for indoor cellular systems not only from wireless operators, but also from organizations like AmericasMart, who want to ensure their customers receive the best service possible. Our DAS addresses the needs of each of these groups."

AmericasMart Atlanta is the world's only global wholesale marketplace, containing 7 million square feet of space across three buildings and 15 floors, including showrooms and exhibit halls. The DAS was installed by H&M NetWorks, one of the leading national network design and integration providers, in just 12 weeks while the AmericasMart remained open for business

The solution provides visitors to AmericasMart Atlanta's largest events with the ability to make calls and seamlessly use their smartphones, tablets and devices to access the Web, send texts, upload photos and videos -- all while staying connected at significantly increased speeds. Those events include AmericasMart Atlanta's January markets and the March Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday Market®.

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