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The (Wind) Power of Clear Communicaton
Wind turbines , especially offshore ones, are complex and can reach heights of up to 200 meters. Maintaining them is time-consuming and comes with safety risks , therefore clear communication to the mainland is crucial for safe and efficient operation. A wind turbine is usually serviced once or twice a year and the maintenance of a single offshore wind turbine takes at least one day. Communication challenges arise due to limited network coverage at sea. However, we can address this with permanently installed Intercom stations at the turbine's base, nacelle, and platforms, as well as through interfaces for radio and telephone connections. The seamless integration of digital radio systems such as Tetra or DMR enables effective communication with maintenance teams, ships, helicopters, and rescue services. Our solutions ensure fast and clear connections between the control desk, maintenance staff, and substations using different communication channels. This enhances daily work efficiency and enables quick responses to emergencies. All calls to the sea channel as well as to the own teams can be controlled centrally from one device . For example, the control centre can use an interface to inform a fishing boat that is in a danger zone via radio. This way, safety and efficient communication on offshore wind farms can be guaranteed at all times. For more information, including info about our marine or EX-certified Intercom stations , take a look at our Solution Folder: DOWNLOAD
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Commend Evergreen Technology
In today's cloud-driven, AI-powered world of global mobile connectivity, it's easy to assume that devices from previous decades would be rendered obsolete. However, we at Commend beg to differ. We have designed our systems with a commitment to backwards compatibility , enabling our customers to use yesterday's devices with today's cutting-edge technology . We call this our " Evergreen Technology " approach. For instance, with the Symphony Bridge, even our first-generation Intercoms can seamlessly transition into the world of the latest Symphony Cloud Services . This opens up a world of possibilities and ensures that our customers can benefit from the industry's most favorable total cost of ownership . Our commitment to Evergreen Technology goes beyond providing compatibility—it reflects our dedication to customer satisfaction, sustainability, and forward-thinking solutions. Our products are designed in order to keep pace with evolving product generations , because we believe that our technology should empower our customers to adapt to the ever-changing landscape without disrupting their operations. By extending the lifespan of our products and enabling them to integrate with the Symphony Cloud platform, we are also reducing electronic waste and contributing to a more sustainable future. In a world where technological advancements can often leave products outdated in the blink of an eye, Commend's Evergreen Technology stands as a beacon of compatibility and longevity . Our customers can trust that their investments will continue to deliver value and adapt to the ever-evolving technology landscape.
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The new Symphony Control Desk – Intuitive, Efficient, and Cyber Secure
For over 50 years, Commend has been a trusted partner for Control Desk Solutions, providing solutions to support customers in their daily tasks. The Symphony Control Desk , combines the power of Symphony touch devices with the insights from multiple usability tests to create an improved control room experience that is tailored to the needs of an operator.
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Commend and PRAESENSA | Intercom and Public Address
Integrated with Ognios by Commend Intercom Solutions PRAESENSA Public Address & Voice Alarm system Overview Description Commend’s Ognios Intercoms can integrate with the PRAESENSA Public Address & Voice Alarm system from Bosch. The result of this collaboration offers the most powerful and flexible mission-critical communication solution featuring the highest standards in the maritime market. It guarantees highest reliability and perfect speech intelligibility with maximum efficiency onboard of any vessel. Commend develops and produces security and communication systems and is a member of the TKH Group. Ognios by Commend is an IP-based intercom system developed and designed for the maritime market. By offering greatest flexibility, it can connect intercoms to and/or integrate other systems such as access control, public address & voice alarm systems and many more. The flexibility in fitting several designs offers customers the opportunity to fully integrate the intercom station (e.g. bridge integration) or have it designed to perfectly match with the ship’s interior (e.g. front plates in wood, steel, polycarbonate, carbon, etc.). Maritime Solutions Bosch PRAESENSA is an advanced, fully IP-based public address and voice alarm system. Designed with ease-of-use in mind, PRAESENSA offers straightforward installation and integration, delivering great audio quality with an easy-to-use interface. No single point of failure with built-in redundancy is core to the system concept. The combination of IP-connectivity, highest flexibility and a smart power concept all give you an extremely cost-efficient, scalable solution which is equally suited to centralized and decentralized topologies. Benefits for the system integrator/installer Ognios and PRAESENSA are both incorporating IP technology which often allows using the existing network infrastructure, leading to time- and cost-efficient installations Both systems have the required DNV certifications Seamless integration of Ognios and PRAESENSA based on full compatibility with DANTE audio Web-based control and customizable user interfaces Unobtrusive integration of Ognios modules in the vessel architecture including bridge integration Ognios uses standard SIP features for easy but secure audio connections and integration other on-board systems Benefits for the user/operator Intuitive, user-friendly operation and comprehensive control options Loud and clear announcements in every part of the ship It is possible to make calls and announcements in parallel Flexible choice of communication points as Ognios work with SIP-clients like smartphones and telephones Benefits for the owner Cost-efficient, energy-saving public address solutions due to smart power concept Space- and weight-saving with PRAESENSA’s compact amplifiers and system controller Fail-safe public address and voice evacuation solutions with integrated redundancies Highest speech intelligibility based on interfacing with IP-based DANTE audio standard Seamless integration of Ognios modules into the bridge as intercom and PA stations Category Public Address Voice Alarm Type Audio The Interplay Bosch Security provides PRAESENSA Public Address and Voice Alarm system Interfacing via AES 67 / DANTE audio streaming and control contact Loudspeakers Ognios by Commend provides Maritime Certified Intercom Stations Modular system for individual stations
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SymMX API: The secure interface to the world of Commend Symphony communication
Could your building management system effectively manage and control your Intercom Systems? You will be amazed – with the Symphony MX Device API, it is now possible! Our API allows not only Intercom Stations, but also Symphony Modules to be easily controlled directly by external systems. In addition, the Symphony MX Device API provides current status and history information and can be seamlessly integrated into overall solutions. Are you ready to take your building management processes to the next level? Let's explore together how the SymMX Application Programming Interface (API) can help you achieve this.
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The World's first Conversational AI-based Intercom Voice Assistant
Ivy is the world's first conversational AI-based Intercom voice assistant designed to assist control room employees with routine tasks such as providing directions or locating a ticket machine. Since requests like these usually take up a lot of the employee's attention, Ivy enables them to focus on emergency cases and other special situations. Take a look at the video and get to know Ivy:
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Symphony Web Client
Can you imagine an Intercom station that you can take with you, wherever you are? The Symphony Web Client is exactly that: An Intercom station for your browser with control desk features that allows you to accept or make calls anytime, anywhere. There is no need to install extra software – it works on every device that can use Google Chrome.
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AXYS Tunnel by Harman | Intercom Integration for Tunnels
AXYS Tunnel by Harman Interfaces to Commend Intercom Systems Overview AXYS Tunnel is a HARMAN Professional Solutions brand. HARMAN PRO are the leading manufacturer of professional audio, video distribution, lighting and AV control systems. AXYS Tunnel by Harman Interface The two systems interface seamlessly for a unique tunnel security communication. Short Profile AXYS Tunnel is a HARMAN Professional Solutions brand. HARMAN PRO are the leading manufacturer of professional audio, video distribution, lighting and AV control systems. Company Website LinkedIn Page VA (Voice Alarm) or PA/VA (Public Address/Voice Alarm) audio systems are now common place in large public spaces & transport facilities. A well designed and commissioned system can provide a highly effective means of communication with the public. The primary purpose of such systems is to communicate information when an emergency arises, thus clarity/intelligibility is of the utmost importance, so that people can move to safety as quickly and effectively as possible. Furthermore, the system should have a configuration which is sufficiently robust to make individual component failures tolerable. In addition, comprehensive monitoring of the status of all system components, fault logging and reporting, a method of storing standard emergency (and non-emergency) announcements, a flexible set of audio processing techniques, and a simple, centralised point of system control and monitoring are all clearly desirable. AXYS Tunnel by HARMAN are the experts in this field.
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Giving Cities a Voice
In densely populated urban areas, communication is essential to ensure safety and efficiency . Cameras in city centres already help ensure public safety , but they have certain blind spots. Audio technology on the other hand offers a solution for remote interaction and addressing emergency situations. Intercom systems by Commend provide fast, two-way communication with a control center. We offer a wide range of solutions for emergencies and everyday operations , making Smart Cities safer and more efficient. Here are some examples how audio technology can improve the Smart City: Help points with audio terminals provide direct access to emergency services, making it easier to call for help in the event of an incident. Emergency call buttons can even save lives when calling for help with a mobile phone is not possible, such as in cases of domestic violence. Info boards placed near transport hubs and landmarks can provide helpful information to visitors in different languages, and can be supplemented with Ivy, our award-winning conversational AI-based Intercom voice assistant. Talking cameras and emergency call stations together can create safety islands. They allow control center staff to monitor critical situations through video transmission and mobilize security forces, while loudspeaker announcements can help to evacuate areas quickly. Overall, intercom solutions are a critical component of a Smart City . Find more information on this in our Smart City Whitepaper and on the website.
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AXYS Tunnel by Harman | Tunnel Public Address Integration
Integrated with Commend Intercom Solutions AXYS Tunnel by Harman Overview Description The two systems interface seamlessly for a unique tunnel security communication. Marketed under the brand “AXYS Tunnel by HARMAN”, HARMAN’s tunnel public address (PA) loudspeakers deliver clear and intelligible PA announcements to the users of the tunnel, ensuring that tunnel operators can deliver clear instructions in even the most challenging of circumstances. Commend’s communication solution acts as a single communication hub for all mission-critical communication and emergency telephone signals in the tunnel, bringing together all audio and voice communication signals, like public address, intercoms, HF radio broadcasts and mobile emergency service radio. The two systems interface seamlessly, allowing operators and motorists to benefit from a unique combination tunnel security communication, for both inside and outside tunnels. Key Features Category Public Address Type The Interplay AXYS Tunnel by Harman provides WinControl Server Tunnel specific amplifiers Signal manager Tunnel specific loudspeakers Commend provides VirtuoSIS, S3, S6, GE 800 or GE300 Tunnel emergency call stations Control desk management and visualisation Integration of telephones, call forwarding to PSTN