KENWOOD NXDN HELPING TO SUPPORT SAFETY AND SECURITY AT A RENOWNED UNIVERSITY IN JOHANNESBURG.

Global Communications have recently completed the implementation of a new digital radio communication system at a leading university in Johannesburg. The new system was designed to enhance the safety and security of students, educators, support staff and visitors across the sprawling 16- hectare (400 acre) campus.

The old analogue radio system had evolved over time with a patchwork of infrastructure and equipment from different manufacturers. Although it had served the university well for many years, the expansion of the campus, growth in student numbers, additional halls of residence and the changing nature of threats and associated risk management measures called for a system that would not only address existing radiocommunication shortcomings, but also provide voice and data capability and the flexibility to scale and adapt the system cost-effectively.

The new system enables more robust safety and security protocols and provide the means to enable a rapid coordinated response to events and to effect emergency lockdowns and safe evacuation of the site.