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On Saturday 13th October 2018, seven employees from PCE took part in the Royal Marines Commando Challenge raising vital funds for two charities, The Royal Marines Charity and the Devon Air Ambulance Trust. Team PCE were tasked with raising £350 but exceeded their target by 45%, raising over £500. The team took part in the Cheerful 5km course on Woodbury Common near Lympstone in Devon which involved a number of obstacles normally reserved for Royal Marine Commando trainees. These included tunnels, pipes, wading pools and an underwater culvert – all while getting extremely wet and muddy! To see a more photos from Team PCE, visit our Facebook page. #Industrynews

Premier Communication Electronics (PCE) has been accepted as an Associate onto the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS). The FORS is an accreditation scheme that promotes safety and efficiency for commercial vehicle operators. Being associated with FORS is a mark of quality for products and services, as well a recommendation of their effectiveness in helping their members reach fleet transport best practice. View our profile and offer to FORS members >> For more information on our installation services, contact Andy Trout, Fleet Services Director: enquiries@pce-uk.com or +44 (0)1392 445040. #CommercialVehicles #fleetsolutions

PCE commits to new code of practice which enables the purchase of resilient radio communication equipment making it more accessible for the end user. Premier Communication Electronics (PCE) has worked with the Federation of Communication Services (FCS), the industry association for communication services sector, on producing a set of guidelines to support those wishing to purchase a “resilient” radio communication system. A resilient system is one that works so reliably that we rarely have to think about it. Resilient systems are part of our daily existence and we only begin to think (and complain) about these when system failures happen. A resilient radio communication system is one that meets an organisations appropriate level of need for their operational requirements. The FCS 5-Level Resilience Assessment Scheme provides a working solution to those needing to purchase radio communications equipment and offers criteria to help them decide which level of resilience is required. The guidelines help the purchasing professional to ask the right questions prior and during the purchasing process to make sure they fully support their organisations’ operational requirements at the most economical cost. Meeting the appropriate level of resilience proves mutually beneficial for both parties; it allows the purchaser to provide a clear and correct brief and avoid unnecessary costs and allows the radio reseller to provide an efficient service that meets the end users’ values and requirements. As well as a solid set of criteria, the Resilience Assessment Scheme sets apart the reputable radio resellers, like PCE, who work with these guidelines on a daily basis and are happy to share this information with the end user. Karen Langley, PCE’s Chief Executive Officer, and Business Radio Council representative at the FCS said: “We’re so pleased these important guidelines are now in public domain. Having contributed to them with my colleagues on the Business Radio Council I know they’ll make a big difference to those purchasing radio equipment and resellers like PCE. We’re keen to make the purchasing process as transparent as possible and following these guidelines will offer our customers the confidence we have met their expectations”. #twowayradio

Having a good sort out and turning out items you no longer use or are no longer fit for purpose should not be a domestic annual ritual. It is healthy to apply the same sentiment to your business communications equipment. Consider your estate of two-way radio equipment: Do all the handsets still work? Are you getting the coverage your site needs? Is the voice clarity clear enough? Are your conversations being overheard? Are their features you wish you could use? i.e. man-down, text messaging There is no point hanging onto two-way radio equipment that does not work anymore. Either get it fixed or replace it. We can advise you on whether your equipment is worth fixing but are willing also to advise you – for free – on alternatives that may better suit your business needs…which may have changed since you bought your original two-way radio estate. Now consider your business: Has it grown – in terms of size of site and/or number of employees? Have you relocated recently? Are your employees required to spend extended time away from their desks… if indeed they have a desk at all? Do you need to meet more stringent duty of care regulations? Are you under pressure to be more efficient and productive? Do you employees come into contact with potentially hazardous substances? If your business has altered, you may need to tweak your radio solution. A carefully considered two-way radio solution is designed to help you remain in contact with your staff throughout the day, maintain their safety , and that of the general public and will ensure conversations and decisions can be swiftly and efficiently made. Hanging onto an incumbent solution that barely meets your needs does not make good business sense. And the extra functionality available on more modern solutions could thoroughly enhance your business using improved audio, longer battery life, better range, enhanced privacy, increased capacity, man-down and much-more. If your business uses two-way radio and you feel a spring clean is well overdue, please feel free to call or email me for free review. Alan Macdonald-Brown Technical Sales #businessradio #twowayradio

Premier Communication Electronics (PCE), a leading installer of blue light technologies, communication and connected vehicle solutions, has been selected by Handsfree Group as a strategic installation partner for the delivery of Fixed Vehicle Devices (FVD) under their contract with the Home Office. A new mission critical communication platform for the emergency services is set to replace the existing TETRA Airwave system. The transition to the new communication platform will require the installation to 40,000 FVD’s into emergency service vehicles including police, fire and ambulance, as well as other users to eventually include local authorities, utility services and first responders. The R5 Fixed Vehicle Solution was developed in association with the Home Office and will utilise the 4G LTE network significantly improving the quality, consistency and coverage of the existing Airwave system. The solution consists of an exclusive and powerful control unit, linking to a choice of intuitive user interfaces which are flexible and programmable, so organisations can add functionality on-demand such as extra terminals, multiple handsets, Push-to-talk, camera view and telematics. PCE’s installation knowledge and experience, portfolio of blue light projects and clients, and team of FITAS accredited and security vetted engineers make them an ideal partner to install the R5 Device and support the transition. “We are thrilled to be selected to install the revolutionary Handsfree R5 product” said PCE’s Chief Executive Officer, Karen Langley. “We have 45 years’ experience working with the emergency services and blue light sectors across the UK. With Handsfree’s incredible technology solution and our installation capabilities and expertise, I am confident we can seamlessly support this prestigious mission-critical communication rollout.” Matthew Johnson, CEO and Co-Founder of Handsfree Group commented: “A key benefit of this alliance will be the synergies created through shared expertise. Our Installation partners are the UK’s leading vehicle technology installers, providing vehicle installation services to the UK’s largest fleets. Our partners have worked on mission-critical blue light projects across the UK and their FITAS accredited engineers will provide significant experience across a diverse range of vehicle technologies during the implementation period.” #Bluelights #EmergencyServices #ESN

Premier Communication Electronics (PCE) is another step closer to moving into its new premises in Exeter after awarding the building and refurbishment contract to local firm Hindsight Construction. PCE bought the new much larger premises in Bittern Road last year to accommodate its ambitious growth plans. The new building is just a short journey from the two-way radio and in-vehicle communications specialist’s current premises in Osprey Road, also on the Sowton Industrial Estate, and has been redesigned by another Exeter-based company TFQ Architects. Karen Langley, PCE’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “We were determined to buy local when it came to the redesign and reconstruction of our new premises. We are excited by the new designs and cannot wait for Hindsight to get started on the building work, so we can move in this autumn.” The new 0.8-acre site, formerly known Almond House, has been renamed Premier House and will include office space, a showroom and workshop accommodation.

Schools and other education settings are increasingly using two-way radio to ensure they are able to communicate between teaching, administrative, maintenance and management staff. As you may already be aware, there are many benefits including increased operational efficiency, enhanced site security and no reliance on network connectivity. This article will take you through the tangible benefits of using two-way radio in schools, and how they can effectively be integrated with other on-site systems, such as fire and intruder alarms to effectively support rapid lockdown and emergency evacuation procedures. Large-scale supervision Two-way radios can aid and assist with the supervision and management of large groups of people, coordinating efforts to keep track of groups across a large area, which leads to one of their more common uses: playground supervision. When watching playgrounds and playing fields, it is quite possible that a single teacher might not be able to see the whole perimeter, or all the children playing, from one position. Having a number of staff spread around, able to communicate with each other quickly over distance, helps keep track of an entire school’s worth of children. Quick and effective fire evacuation Schools can often be large, sprawling sites with many different rooms, departments and buildings; a fire marshal’s nightmare when it comes to emergency evacuation. With multiple fire marshals sweeping a building, two-way radios allow instant communication so each area cleared can be called in. If a child is missing from a particular mustering point, the fire marshal sweeping that area can be informed in order to make them extra vigilant to the potential presence of a child separated from their group. These uses can shave precious seconds off an evacuation, meaning the pupils can be safely accounted for in a fast and efficient manner, or an alarm swiftly raised if they are unaccounted for. Supporting rapid lockdown procedures Although relatively infrequent, pupils and staff need to know how to respond to lockdown procedures. Should a suspicious individual be observed near the school perimeter, staff members can be informed and a description passed quickly and efficiently. In a more serious scenario, if there is an intruder alert, radio equipped staff members can coordinate efforts to keep children safe. Not just a walkie-talkie Want your radio communication system to work harder for you and your school? Integration with your existing on-site fire and intruder alert can enhance all your emergency and incident procedures. Your staff can be provided with accurate incident location data, send messages or emergency alerts at the push of a button and even deliver messages from a building management system to help avoid expensive reactive maintenance costs. Third party system integration with your radios offers increased security, operational efficiency and the confidence to more effectively manage both day-to-day operations, and one-off incidents alike. No phones policy? Two-way radio could be the answer So why use two-way radios and not mobile phones in schools? Other than the fact that radios can send a message out across a whole team with one push of a button instead of making individual private calls like a mobile, more and more schools these days are adopting a ‘no phones’ policy on the grounds that smart phones can take videos and photographs, which has obvious implications when the subjects of those videos and photographs are likely to be children. Two-way radios give effective, team wide communication with no option to record video or images, making them a more professional choice for a school environment. Don’t have two-way radio in your school but keen to explore the benefits? Got a radio communication system but want to understand how it can work even harder for you? PCE has provided two-way radio solutions to schools, colleges and universities – all with a variety of budgets. View our case studies to read how radios improved on-site communication, safety and security, or contact our team for an obligation-free chat. #digitalradio #Education #twowayradio

Radio communication experts Premier Communication Electronics (PCE) has come to the aid of coaching staff at Plymouth Albion. Albion’s Head Coach James Shanahan was keen to use a secure radio solution on match days to prevent others, including opposition teams, listening in to his instructions and conversations with other members of the coaching team. PCE’s Chief Executive Karen Langley, whose son Rob has a dual contract with Plymouth Albion and Exeter Chiefs, said: “We had dealt with situation before with other rugby and football. Analogue radios have their place but not in situations where the users want to keep their conversations private.” When Exeter Chiefs were promoted to the Premiership, PCE provided the club with a digital radio solution. A similar solution has been delivered to Plymouth Albion. Mrs Langley added: “A digital solution not only provides enhanced voice quality but is totally secure from scanners so James can be confident that his messages will reach his coaching staff straightaway without being overheard by third parties.” Sales and Marketing Director Louise Uncles said “We are immensely happy that PCE have come on board this season. The private communication between coaching staff is absolutely paramount and having a secure system in place further enhances the professionalism of Plymouth Albion. We would like to thank PCE for their association this season.” PCE also provides the radios to the referees, medics, catering staff, car park and safety stewards at other rugby clubs including Exeter Chiefs’ Sandy Park where they use different frequencies to ensure the coaches, referees and match day staff do not interrupt or overhear each others’ conversations. #twowayradio

Premier C The Cyber Essentials scheme has been developed by the UK Government and industry to provide a clear statement of the basic controls all organisations should implement to keep their systems safe against a cyber-attack. It also allows a mechanism for organisations to demonstrate to customers, investors and insurers that they have taken these essential precautions. The certification complements the ISO 27001:2013 standard which puts emphasis on the organisations security protocols for information and security and the prevention of risks in an ever-expanding and mobile IT infrastructure. PCE customers working secure industries such as government or defence now have reassurance that their secure information and data is in safe hands. View our Certificate of Compliance here > #Cybersecurity