Paging Systems for Wireless Facility Communication

With the increasing use of cell phones and computer text messaging, an in-house paging system is still proven to be the fastest and most reliable way to alert and notify facility personnel. The main benefits of having on-site wireless paging systems are:  

·         Reliability – Poor RF signal reception is a common cell phone issue within many facilities, especially in heavy structured buildings and sub-level floors. Cell phone reception is as good as the closest cell tower, meaning dropped calls and poor reception can be a constant problem for any facility not near a cell tower. An onsite paging system uses a local radio transmitter designed to provide full RF coverage to an entire facility, which ensures reliable text messaging at any time.

·         Speed –Text message transmission timing (the time it takes a message to reach its destination) is fully dependant on the service provider and the communication load, explaining why text messages can take several minutes to be delivered. With an on-site paging system, a message is delivered within 2-3 seconds at all times, regardless if it was sent to a single pager or a large group of pagers.

·         Safety – Cell phones are a great connectivity tool, but they present a few unacceptable safety and privacy issues. All cell phone activities are tracked and documented by their service providers - information that can find its way into the wrong hands. Features such as built-in cameras, GPS and microphones present great risks for private meetings, information-sensitive work, secured areas, etc. Having an in-house paging system ensures that you are in control over all of your private information. Another safety issue is cell phone radiation, especially in indoor locations with poor reception. Low reception causes cell phones to use their maximum power to stay in touch with the local cell tower, creating more radiation and a larger threat to the user. An in-house paging system functions as a one-way communication link. Since the pagers are only receiving data, they produce no radiation.

·         Control - Using an in-house paging system also means having complete control over your urgent messaging needs, instead of placing an outside company in charge. Rather than paying monthly cell phone charges or renting pagers from an outside provider, an in-house paging system carries no additional costs after the initial system purchase.

Today’s modern paging systems offer much more than just text messaging. These systems can control products such as alphanumeric LED displays for public areas, wireless speakers for PA voice messaging and wireless strobe lights for special visual notifications. When used together, these products can improve safety and communication in any facility.

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