Noord Natie Terminals, a leading logistics company, doubled its storage capacity and was looking to expand further. As part of this growth, Noord Natie Terminals recognized the need for an upgraded communications system to support its evolving operational needs.
Challenge:
Noord Natie Terminals' expansion required an adapted communications system that could meet increased demands for coverage, reliability, and efficiency. Key challenges included migrating from an analog to a digital system, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the site, and integrating advanced features for emergency response and fleet management.
Solution:
Citymesh worked with Noord Natie Terminals to design and implement a customized, future-proof communications system. The solution consisted of several components to meet the customer's specific requirements:
- Transition to a digital system: Citymesh facilitated the transition from an analog to a digital communications system, allowing Noord Natie Terminals to benefit from improved clarity, reliability and functionality.
- Capacity Plus Multisite System: Deployed a Capacity Plus Multisite system with two base stations strategically positioned to provide comprehensive coverage throughout the site. This ensured seamless communications across all operational areas, including newly expanded warehouse facilities.
- Motorola DP4401Ex radios: Provided Motorola DP4401Ex radios and accessories, known for their ruggedness, durability, and security features suitable for the hazardous environments typical of distribution terminals.
- SFS Insurance Program: Provided an SFS repair insurance program to ensure uninterrupted communications support and minimize downtime in the event of equipment malfunction or damage.
- Smart PTT Software: Implemented Smart PTT software for fleet management, including an updated fleet map and advanced features such as man-down and emergency alarms. This enabled quick and efficient response to critical situations with accurate location tracking.
- Project Guidance: Provided comprehensive project management from A to Z, with special attention to information and communication. Citymesh ensured the seamless integration of the communication system with Noord Natie Terminals' existing operations, with an emphasis on user training and support.
Benefits:
The collaboration between Citymesh and Noord Natie Terminals resulted in a transformational upgrade of the communications infrastructure, delivering significant benefits.
- Increased efficiency: Moving to a digital system and implementing advanced features such as Smart PTT software streamlined communication processes, improving operational efficiency and response times.
- Comprehensive coverage: The Capacity Plus Multisite system provided comprehensive coverage across the site, enabling seamless communication between various operational areas, including newly expanded storage facilities.
- Security and Reliability: The use of Motorola DP4401Ex radios and security features, coupled with the SFS insurance program, enhanced safety standards and ensured reliable communications in hazardous environments.
- Future-proof solution: The customized communications system provided by Citymesh is future-proof, capable of accommodating Noord Natie Terminals' continued growth and expansion initiatives, ensuring long-term viability and scalability.
Conclusion:
Citymesh successfully delivered a customized, future-proof communications system to Noord Natie Terminals, enabling them to support their expansion initiatives with increased efficiency, security and reliability.
