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PotterERCES and FirstNet

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Potter Global Technologies has prioritized First Responder safety through fire suppression, mass notification, Fire Safety and Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES) for over 150 years.  In the last 25 years there has been an increased effort to ensure that First Responders are not just safe when addressing emergencies inside buildings, but that they are...
Potter Global Technologies has prioritized First Responder safety through fire suppression, mass notification, Fire Safety and Emergency Responder...

Weather and Wavelengths

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As the weather cools, the leaves fall and the air thins, many installers and integrators don't consider how these changes may affect radio frequencies. This is most relevant when conducting site surveys and Emergency Responder Coverage Enhancement System (ERCES) commissioning. Atmosphere, foliage including trees, leaves and branches, dense building materials and even we as...
As the weather cools, the leaves fall and the air thins, many installers and integrators don't consider how these changes may affect radio...

Tools of the Trade

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  Getting into the Emergency Responder Coverage Enhancement System (ERCES) market can be a bit daunting at first. Between FCC Licensee coordination, understanding the AHJ's requirements, getting the required certifications and licenses, installing the various active and passive components, commissioning the system and maintaining the system, it can feel like being a small worm...
  Getting into the Emergency Responder Coverage Enhancement System (ERCES) market can be a bit daunting at first. Between FCC Licensee coordination...

Code Confusion in the ERCES Market

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For many in the Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System market, code development has been a welcomed boost to business and a beneficial tool to opening the conversation between integrators and building owners. However, code development has also been a point of contention between integrators and Authorities Having Jurisdiction. Many jurisdictions adopt specific code...
For many in the Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System market, code development has been a welcomed boost to business and a beneficial...

AHJs and Licensees: Two Sides of the Same Coin

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To receive a Certificate of Occupancy for a building, it is now required that the building has adequate radio signal strength for first responders to be able to reliably connect to their team inside and outside the building. Critical areas like elevator lobbies, exit stairwells and exit passageways, have a higher necessity for connectivity. While the Authority Having...
To receive a Certificate of Occupancy for a building, it is now required that the building has adequate radio signal strength for first responders to...

NICET IB-PSC Exam prep and ERCES Installer class, Irving TX, February 24-25

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Public safety BDA installation is complex—and the stakes are high. One mistake can compromise emergency communications or take down a donor site. This 2-day training equips installers with the critical skills to install, test, and commission systems that are code-compliant and interference-free. We also include a dedicated module for NICET IB-PSC candidates, offering proven...
Public safety BDA installation is complex—and the stakes are high. One mistake can compromise emergency communications or take down a donor site....

Inside the Safer Buildings Coalition Conference: Connecting Technology and Policy for Schools and Public Spaces

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In mid-September, ADRF had the pleasure of attending the Safer Building Coalitions’  In-Building Wireless and School Safety Tech Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to explore the challenges, solutions, technologies, and best practices associated with in-building wireless connectivity and school safety.     We are big fans of this two-day event because not only do we get to...
In mid-September, ADRF had the pleasure of attending the Safer Building Coalitions’  In-Building Wireless and School Safety Tech Conference in Fort...

New Whitepaper: DragonSkin – New UL Listing

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RFS Technologies is proud to announce that DragonSkin™ Fire-Resistive Cable is now fully compliant with UL 2196 Revision 3 (June 2025)—making it the only UL 2196 certified & listed RF coaxial cable designed for critical data and communication applications. Engineered for mission-critical systems like ERRCS, DAS, fire alarms, and emergency infrastructure, DragonSkin™ ensures...
RFS Technologies is proud to announce that DragonSkin™ Fire-Resistive Cable is now fully compliant with UL 2196 Revision 3 (June 2025)—making it the...

Manufacturing Partnerships: Delivering Cutting-Edge DAS and ERCES Solutions

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MCA’s Trusted Manufacturing Partnerships: Delivering Cutting-Edge DAS and ERCES Solutions At MCA, we know that reliable communication systems are critical for safety, productivity, and seamless connectivity. Our success in delivering Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES) is powered by strategic partnerships with the...
MCA’s Trusted Manufacturing Partnerships: Delivering Cutting-Edge DAS and ERCES Solutions At MCA, we know that reliable communication systems are...

Plenum Rated Radiating Cable from RFS Technologies

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  Date: October 22, 2024 RFS Technologies Launches Cutting-Edge ½” Plenum-Rated Radiating Cable for Enhanced RF Coverage [Meriden, CT] – RFS Technologies proudly announces the launch of its new ½" plenum-rated radiating cable, engineered to meet National Electrical Code standards for versatile installation in any building space, including air handling areas.  The RCA12-50 cable...
  Date: October 22, 2024 RFS Technologies Launches Cutting-Edge ½” Plenum-Rated Radiating Cable for Enhanced RF Coverage [Meriden, CT] – RFS...

Join MCA at the Safer Buildings Coalition Public Safety Communications Seminars in November

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Building owners, fire marshals, AHJ representatives, and public safety professionals – don’t miss this opportunity to join industry leaders for one of the Safer Buildings Coalition (SBC) Public Safety Communications Seminars, proudly sponsored by MCA. These dynamic events, happening in Birmingham, AL, on November 14, and Houston, TX, on November 18, are designed to equip...
Building owners, fire marshals, AHJ representatives, and public safety professionals – don’t miss this opportunity to join industry leaders for one...

RFS Technologies Unveils KD Dehydrator Series: Revolutionary Cost-Effective Pressurization Solutions for Telecom, Broadcasting, and Radar Systems

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October 1, 2024 – RFS Technologies, is proud to launch the KD Dehydrator Series. Designed for pressurizing elliptical waveguides, coaxial cables, rigid transmission lines, and antenna systems, this series delivers an advanced, cost-effective solution tailored to the telecommunication, broadcasting, and radar markets.   Building on the success of earlier models, the KD...
October 1, 2024 – RFS Technologies, is proud to launch the KD Dehydrator Series. Designed for pressurizing elliptical waveguides, coaxial cables,...

NICET Exam prep training, Charlotte NC October 28-29

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Wesco of North Carolina is hosting a two-day, hands-on class for ERCES/ERRCS installers looking to hone their skills and expand their knowledge and prepare for NICET IB-PSC exams.  This class is presented by Mike Brownson, one of the principle authors and the managing editor of the Complete ERCES Handbook.  Register for the class at the web link below. https://www.eventbrite....
Wesco of North Carolina is hosting a two-day, hands-on class for ERCES/ERRCS installers looking to hone their skills and expand their knowledge and...

Martin County School District Partners with Communications International and ADRF to Deploy Critical Communication Systems in K-12 Schools

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Martin County School District Partners with Communications International and ADRF to Deploy Critical Communication Systems in K-12 Schools  South Fork High School and Crystal Lake Elementary are First in a Broader District Rollout   MARTIN COUNTY, FL — August 13, 2024 — Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. (ADRF), the largest pure-play distributed antenna system (DAS) and repeater...
Martin County School District Partners with Communications International and ADRF to Deploy Critical Communication Systems in K-12 Schools  South...

Implementing "911 Inside"

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Ensuring Lifelines in Emergencies Through Advanced Communication Systems When disaster strikes in the form of a fire engulfing a skyscraper, a school, or a residential complex, the effectiveness of the response depends crucially on seamless communication. The scene is a flurry of activity: fire departments charge into action, police officers cordon off areas and manage...
Ensuring Lifelines in Emergencies Through Advanced Communication Systems When disaster strikes in the form of a fire engulfing a skyscraper, a school...