Your officers need to reach each other and the control room instantly, whether they are on patrol, at a gate or in the middle of a crowd. Storm’s push-to-talk radios work like the two-way radios your team already knows: press a button and talk. The difference is that they use mobile networks and Wi-Fi rather than masts and repeaters, so a team can stay in touch across sites, wherever there is mobile network coverage.
The communication problems security teams bring to us
Radios that drop out across sites and patrol routes
Traditional two-way radios need a direct signal between handsets, or repeaters to stretch their range. On multi-site contracts, large campuses and busy events that can leave gaps. Push-to-talk over cellular uses mobile networks instead, so officers on different sites can talk as one team. Coverage still depends on the network at each location, which is why we look at your sites with you before you commit.
Ageing radio systems that are costly to extend
Adding a new site to a traditional radio system can mean new aerials, repeaters and licences. With push-to-talk over cellular there is no radio infrastructure to install. As contracts grow, you add handsets and licences rather than new masts.
Paper logs, checklists and incident reports
Many teams still rely on paper logs, phone calls and end-of-shift paperwork. Storm’s workforce management tools put forms, checklists, task lists and time and attendance on the same handset your officers use to talk, so reports reach supervisors while the shift is still running.
What your team gets
- Instant group and one-to-one calls. Set up talk groups by site, shift or role, so officers only hear what is relevant to them.
- One device instead of several. Voice, messages, photos, video and location sit on one rugged handset, so officers aren’t juggling a radio and a phone.
- A control room view of every officer. The dispatch console runs in a web browser and shows live and past locations on a map. Controllers can talk to individuals or groups and set up geofences that alert them when officers enter or leave an area.
- Help at the press of a button. An SOS button and man down alert notify the controller with the officer’s location. Our lone worker features add regular check-ins for officers working on their own.
- A record of what was said. Communications can be recorded, giving you a reliable record if you need to review an incident.
- Handsets built for the job. Choose from rugged radio-style handsets and smartphones on our devices page.
Security firms already using Storm
Event security with Gough & Kelly
Leeds-based Gough & Kelly replaced traditional two-way radios with Storm’s push-to-talk for event security teams at venues and major events, including the London New Year fireworks, with an emergency alert that lets guards signal for help.
“The Storm solution has revolutionised our communication capabilities at major events. The push-to-talk over cellular technology ensures our team can communicate effectively, and the emergency alert feature provides an added layer of safety. This partnership has truly elevated our service offering.”
Ian Crawford, Operations Director, Gough and Kelly
Read the Gough & Kelly event security case study
Campus security at York St John University
Gough & Kelly’s team at York St John University had an outdated, expensive radio system and several campus sites to cover. Storm’s push-to-talk replaced it without aerials or repeaters, and the dispatch console in the main security control room shows every officer’s location. Read the York St John University case study
Station security officers for Northern Trains
Amulet’s Transport Security Officers patrol Northern Trains stations across the North. Their previous push-to-talk system dropped calls in areas of weaker coverage. Storm’s solution addressed the coverage and switching problems and added emergency alerting. Read the Northern Trains and Amulet case study
Protecting critical infrastructure with Civitas Group
Civitas Group, one of Romania’s largest security companies, uses Storm’s push-to-talk and command console, including location monitoring and SOS alerts, to protect critical infrastructure for an oil, gas and petrochemicals client. Read the Civitas Group case study
Need radios for a single event or contract?
Storm also offers push-to-talk device hire. Each hire includes the device, SIM and licence, with a minimum hire period of one week. Please book at least two weeks before your event starts.
Questions security managers ask us
Will it work where our radios struggle?
Push-to-talk over cellular works wherever there is mobile network coverage or a Wi-Fi connection, so it isn’t limited by the range between handsets. Coverage varies by location, so we’ll talk through your sites before you decide.
Do we need masts or repeaters?
No. The service runs over existing mobile networks, so there is no radio infrastructure to install or maintain.
How much does it cost?
It depends on the devices you choose, your service plan and how many officers and sites you need to cover. Tell us about your team and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Can our control room see where officers are?
Yes. The dispatch console shows live locations on a map, with location history and alerts if an officer presses SOS.
Talk to Storm about your security team
Tell us how many officers and sites you cover and where communication lets you down today. We’ll show you how Storm would work for your team.
Contact Storm or call 01423 513335.
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