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June 04, 2018Strategic acquisition expands BearCom’s operations in Ontario, Canada June 4, 2018: Dallas, TX —BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), North America’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios, as well as other voice and data technologies, today announced the acquisition of Spectrum Communications, Ltd. with six locations in Ontario, Canada.This transaction extends BearCom’s presence throughout Ontario, which began with the acquisition of Mobile Business Communications early in 2018. Spectrum Communications has been providing a wide variety of specialized communication systems, solutions, and exceptional service for 39 years. What sets Spectrum apart is the company’s ability to provide custom solutions built to meet unique client needs. Working directly with manufacturers allows Spectrum to integrate the high-quality products they offer to create ideal business
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May 25, 2018In an emergency, it is vital for first responders to effectively communicate with each other. If a building has poor reception, rescue efforts can be delayed, plus first responders can be put at higher risk. Therefore, an effective communication system needs to be installed that adheres to first responder codes. In this article, we will review what those codes are to help you determine if your building is compliant. Read through the guide below and let us know how BearCom can help.
Public Safety Bi-Directional Amplifiers
Before you can establish if your building complies with first responder codes for wireless signal coverage, it is important to know what kind of system is needed. To keep first responders connected with each other, it is important to have a properly installed in-building communications system. A Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) is a signal booster that sustains two-way radio communications throughout a building. This includes areas with poor reception, -
May 18, 2018In many emergency situations, cell phone towers become completely overwhelmed by callers within minutes of an incident, bringing communications to a standstill. What other systems are available to inform emergency medical services and law enforcement when response time and situational awareness can mean all the difference?
Enhanced Two-Way Radios Provide Options in a Crisis
Many colleges and universities are increasing safety by putting radios in the hands of their security staff. Streamlined radios such as the digital BC250D and the analog BC130 offer instant push-to-talk communications and do not rely on cellular network coverage. Enhanced -
May 17, 2018Two-way radio rentals are vital to the safety and security of a large outdoor festival. When thousands of people gather in a specific, tightly controlled location, they can easily overwhelm the nearest cell phone tower, especially if an emergency happens. We’ve all seen the tragic stories of cars plowing into parade goers, and crazed pop-music fans trampling each other, but most outdoor festival issues are more mundane: grandparents suffering from heat exhaustion, parents scouting for lost children, guys getting into scuffles at the beer tent. With easy-to-use two-way radios, festival managers can get EMTs and security personnel to the scene of an incident quickly and efficiently. To ensure success, outdoor festival planners need to keep a few points in mind when planning their communications setup:
Renting vs. Buying Two-Way Radios
Many event planners rent a two-way radio network rather than buying and stocking -
April 22, 2018In an emergency, first responders have to talk to each other, regardless of where they are. But sometimes, the facility they are in prohibits that from happening. That’s why amplifiers are needed to increase in-building radio signal strength. Read all about their importance below, along with how you can get them installed in your building. And be sure to contact the team at BearCom to get additional questions answered.
Importance of In-Building Communications Systems
Having a sufficient in-building communications system is crucial for first responders. With the right system in place, firefighters, police officers, and EMTs will never lose their point of contact in a dire situation. These men and women depend on indoor two-way coverage, often on multiple frequency bands, for team coordination and emergency -
April 22, 2018One of the biggest challenges of using two-way radios is moving outside of radio range and having your conversation cut off. Radio signals travel in highly specific ways. If you disrupt those principles, then your conversation will fade or end altogether. To avoid poor coverage and dead zones, you need a way to boost wireless signals. We will review how to extend wireless radio range with Bi-Directional Amplifiers, or BDAs. Read all about it below, and contact BearCom for assistance with your next wireless communications project.
Determining Radio Range
There are several factors that influence radio range. Type of Radio
Depending on the kind of radio you are using, a signal can travel anywhere from a few hundred feet to several miles. Portables typically offer 1 to 5 watts -
April 19, 2018Schools face more challenges than ever to protect students, staff, and assets. Frequently, they are asked to do this with fewer resources. Education communication solutions from BearCom can help enhance safety in schools and campuses. We can show you how to connect administrators, teachers, faculty, and other team members with two-way radios. Two-way radios, like the solid and sleek BC250D and the small, lightweight EVX-S24, improve operating efficiency and enhance campus security.
Improved Communication Means a Safer School Environment
School staff is often stretched across an entire campus. Besides working in the classroom, education professionals supervise bus transportation, cafeterias, recess, practice, extracurricular events, and special programs. For the highest efficiency, -
March 30, 2018Stadiums and convention centers are home to some of the biggest crowds of the year. Concerts, conventions, games, and conferences all draw thousands of attendees. Staff and vendors who work at these locations know that being able to communicate effectively is essential. What you may not know is that these structures can be some of the most challenging environments for communication systems. Concrete and steel buildings often block wireless signals, leading to communication dead-zones. There is a tried-and-true solution for these communication issues: wireless two-way radios. Two-way radios are easy-to-use communication tools that coordinate response between event managers, security, medical teams, administrative offices, transportation, maintenance, guest services, vendors, and more. In environments where signal strength is an issue, installing Distributed Antenna Systems (DASs), Bi-Directional Amplifiers (BDAs), and/or Repeaters helps achieve coverage throughout the facility.
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March 12, 2018Strategic acquisition expands BearCom’s operations in Western Canada March 13, 2018: Dallas, TX — BearCom Group, Inc. (“BearCom”), North America’s largest and pre-eminent provider of wireless communications equipment and solutions for two-way radios, as well as other voice and data technologies, today announced the acquisition of Communications Group Red Deer Ltd. in Red Deer, Alberta. This transaction extends BearCom’s presence in Western Canada, which began with the recent acquisition of Vector Communications in Grande Prairie, Alberta. For more than 25 years, Communications Group Red Deer has led the wireless industry in Western Canada as a provider of communication solutions for voice and data. Communications Group Red Deer is a member of the RiiFT Wireless Group, an independent dealer network across Canada. As an authorized dealer for Motorola Solutions and Kenwood, Communications Group Red Deer provides sales,
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March 04, 2018Whether you’re a building owner, property manager, or operations supervisor, it’s essential to have a dependable line of communications inside your facility. It’s also crucial for first responders to remain connected when they are in your structure dealing with an emergency. Many localities enforce ordinances that require uninterrupted wireless signal coverage for public safety two-way radio bands. For public safety and facility team communications, it is vital that the line of communication is never broken. To learn more about BDA requirements for public safety, and also how these signal boosters can benefit daily operations for your team members who use two-way radios, BearCom created this guide. We invite you to read through this article as an overview about the basics of BDAs. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for assistance with BDA compliance.
Signal Boosters, Distributed Antennas, and Amplifiers: Defining BDAs