Applications for Intercom Systems, Wireless Intercoms, and Two-Way Radios

Installing an Intercom for Emergency Evacuation Procedures

Handset IntercomsIn large office environments, contacting others by email or by telephone is not always convenient. The convenience, however, is often needed. One alternative for many companies is to choose a solution that can work in these and other environments. This is one of the main reasons why some members of management install intercom systems in multiples area of the business or organization. Presently, there are many types of intercommunication systems available and they have many innovative features included. Some of these features will allow any user to contact people who are not sitting at their desk, employees in large manufacturing plants and people who work in offshore companies.

Intercom systems are very effective devices, especially if the company or organization faces an emergency situation. In some emergency situations the employees in an offshore facility may have to evacuate the premises as quickly as possible. Trying to reach each individual on a one on one basis could cause the loss of lives. However, if the employees in the facility are in immediate danger contacting the entire operation at one time via an intercom system is the best solution. Therefore, when a company is choosing a commercial intercom communication system they should make sure that the equipment is of the highest quality and meets certain standard. The equipment should always be in good working order and it must be loud and clear enough for people to understand what the person is saying without any type of static or muffling on the line.

The company may decide to choose a system that is installed by using wires or they may choose a system that is completely wireless. The difference between the two is substantial, especially when it comes to the installation process. Wired systems may require a professional to install it in a specific location or in multiple locations inside of an offshore facility. This means the professional will have to know exactly how the system should work to maximize the distance and the range for this communication. On the other hand, with a wireless system, there is an easy installation process involved because there are no wires to be installed. Also, with a wireless intercom system the range and strength will vary based on the station’s transmitter. The disadvantage to a wireless system is the interference, which is often similar to or the same as problems one can face with the Internet or mobile phone signals.

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