DURHAM, N.C. –In order to continue to gauge the effectiveness of the new“text-to-911” technology, the Durham Emergency Communications Center and Verizon Wireless are extending the trial period beyond the January 31st deadline to now end on April 30, 2012. In August 2011, Durham residents and visitors who were also Verizon Wireless customers could send a [...]
ASAP to PSAP: A Preview of Phase II
Positive changes are coming soon on behalf of the ANSI-approved Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) program that will benefit the alarm industry and 9-1-1 PSAPs equally. For the participating 9-1-1 PSAPs in Texas and Virginia, the volume of telephone calls reduced with alarm companies using ASAP to deliver alarm notifications has reached the tens of [...]
Firecom Partners with Simulation Technology to Enhance Firefighter Driver Training Simulation
January 17, 2012, Portland, OR – Firecom, a leader in crew communication solutions for firefighters and emergency responders, today announced a partnership with Simulation Technology, LLC to make Firecom wireless communication headsets available as a standard component of firefighter driving simulation systems.
Sangoma Releases SS7 to SIP Gateway Appliance
Toronto, Canada — (Marketwire – January 24, 2012) – Sangoma Technologies Corporation (TSX VENTURE:STC), a leading provider of hardware and software components that enable or enhance IP Communications Systems for both voice and data, today announced the general release of its NetBorder SS7 VoIP Gateway appliance. This standalone gateway incorporates Sangoma’s field proven SIP and SS7 protocol stacks and interface technology, enabling seamless integration of IP and PSTN signaling.
City of Richardson and Cassidian Communications Launch New, State-of-the-Art Public Safety Communications System
(Richardson, TX) – The City of Richardson and Cassidian Communications, an EADS North America company, today celebrated the official launch of the City’s new, state-of-the-art P25 communications system. The system is the first fully interoperable, digital, trunked, P25 Land Mobile Radio public safety communications system in North Texas integrating best-in-class network infrastructure and radio components from disparate manufacturers.
IJIS Institute Executive Director Resigns
Ashburn, Va., January 24, 2012. The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization established by a shared private-public vision to improve mission-critical information sharing in justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces the resignation of the executive director of the IJIS Institute, Mr. Glenn Archer. Mr. Archer will return to the private sector to pursue entrepreneurial interests.
Evans Consoles Corp. Welcomes Michael Wright as Dispatch Product Manager
Effective Jan.16, 2012, Evans Consoles Corp. welcome Michael Wright to the position of Dispatch Product Manager. Michael’s primary function is to expand business opportunities in the 9-1-1 market. Michael will report to Jason Rowley, Vice President, Sales North America.
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Dispatching: A Profession or a Job?
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Dyersville, Iowa, to Dump Dispatchers
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ASAP to PSAP: A Preview of Phase II
- Firecom Partners with Simulation Technology to Enhance Firefighter Driver Training Simulation
- Sangoma Releases SS7 to SIP Gateway Appliance
- City of Richardson and Cassidian Communications Launch New, State-of-the-Art Public Safety Communications System
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