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Over 25 Years of Excellence Lifeline Communications began in 1981 as a formal business. Prior to that time, one of the owners worked in the field of telecommunications and electronics as a developer. When AT&T divested from N.Y. Telephone, a tremendous need evolved for clear consumer information. Lifeline Communications launched a rigorous campaign of providing the consumer with all their available options; jacks and cabling, installation of telephone systems, voice mail and other ancillary devices increased rapidly. As the pace of technology continued its rapid increase, especially in telecommunications, we chose Comdial – an American Manufacturer, as our main supplier. We have recommended their equipment for many years and they acknowledge us as one of their Preferred Gold Dealers. Installations initially began with large residences and small businesses. As the expertise and capacity of our service team increased, Lifeline began servicing larger orgainzations, such as the N.Y. and N.J. Edwards Supermarkets, the New York Transit Authority and several school districts. You may have noticed that the majority of our customers are in the surrounding communities on Long Island. That is because we desire to serve our local community first and then expand outwards. We still have ample opportunities for business here on Long Island, but we also provide timely service to the entire Metro area. We maintain all types of phone systems including Comdial, Lucent, Panasonic and Toshiba. Our service contracts are priced very reasonably and provide guaranteed expedient service. Although we have expanded considerably since our modest beginnings, Lifeline has remained firm in its original objective of supporting our customers. After careful consultation, we will help you determine which system can best meet your company's needs. We do not merely sell a product, we back it up with our knowledgeable installation and maintenance team. Even before installation, we discuss all of the features available and then program them for you. After installation, we provide extensive training ensuring that everyone is capable of utilizing the benefits of their telephones. A new phone system can be a nightmare when not operating properly. We are still expanding our horizons as we continuously research new equipment and more efficient ways to save our customers time and money. Remember that the telephone is your lifeline to business. Together, let's keep it working efficiently. More than a Century of Commitment to the Telecommunications Industry The story of Comdial began when two employees of Chicago Bell Telephone formed a partnership in 1894. The business strategy of Alfred Stromberg and Androv Carlson was simple: they wanted to manufacture a better telephone. With the expiration of the patents on Alexander Graham Bell's telephone, about thirty independent companies sought to capture a piece of the market that Bell had dominated. Stromberg and Carlson created one such company. The Farmer's Telephone The Stromberg-Carlson® phone became known as the "farmer's telephone," because it helped the American farmer by connecting towns and breaking down the harsh isolation of rural life. By the turn of the century, Stromberg-Carlson emerged as a leader among the independent telephone manufacturers. This was due to their reputation for stable prices, uncompromising quality, and a strong emphasis on quality workmanship. The War Years In 1904, Home Telephone Company, based in Rochester, NY, purchased Stromberg-Carlson and moved all operations to New York. World War I created a great demand for Stromberg-Carlson's phone equipment, so much so that all civilian business was put on hold during the war. During WWI, Stromberg-Carlson produced portable telephones and camp switchboards bital to the Signal Corp[s fighting in Europe. During World War II, the company increased production of advanced communications products, supplying switchboards, telephone instruments, field radio sets, and sound-powered systems to the U.S. Navy. After the war, with technology booming, the company expanded into the electronics industry. General Dynamics, a major defense supplier, became interested in the scientific abilities and electronic developments of Stromberg-Carlson. In 1955, the two companies merged, providing a wide range of products. Back to Basic Telephony During the 1960s, Stromberg-Carlson decided to concentrate on their traditional market: the U.S. independent telephone industry. They acquired the United States Instrument Corporation in Charlottesville, Virginia - a major manufacturer of telephone components. Soon, all telephone manufacturing divisions of Stromberg-Carlson/General Dynamics moved to Charlottesville. In 1982, a company at the forefront of research in telecommunications Comdial Corporation, purchased the Charlottesville facility from General Dynamics. This acquisition provided Comdial with a major product design and manufacturing operation with which to implement the technology they had developed. The Sunshine State In 1996, Comdial purchased Key Voice Technologies (KVT), an acknowledged leader in the voice processing industry. Based in Sarasota, Florida, KVT develops and manufactures a complete line of voice mail, automated attendant, fax processing and unified messaging products. All KVT voice products work with Comdial phone systems, as well as other manufacturers. In 2001, Comdial corporate headquarters re-located to Florida. Today, Comdial remains dedicated to preserving the fundamental values that have brought us successfully into our second century of American-based telephony. With outstanding prices, integrity, and quality workmanship, we are committed to excellence in the field of telecommunications. We will continue to develop products both for today and for the networks of the future.
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