New PRO-1 hands-free intercom system targeted at OEMs and designed to fit helmets and ear guards, has been specifically engineered to keep groups on the move connected in noisy, hazardous environments
Cardo Crew – a global wireless intercom solutions provider that specialises in providing hands-free wireless intercom for teams on the move – has launched its new mesh communication solution.
The Cardo Crew PRO-1 is a lightweight mesh communication module that fits inside PPE such as helmets and ear guards. It is designed for PPE manufacturers to introduce team communication to busy, noisy or hazardous environments, making it ideal for the construction industry, where communication is vital in managing risk, preventing work-related incidents and improving on-site safety.
Cardo Crew has also launched a new PROmesh mobile app for efficient management of its PRO-1 device, providing rapid set up of an intercom network from anywhere and real-time control of preferences.
“We believe there is a real need for hands-free communication for dynamic teams working in notoriously noisy, hazardous environments at relatively close distances, which is why we are targeting the construction market. Given the increasing rate of incidents in the sector, it’s clear that there is still work to be done to ensure safer working practices,” said Shachar Harari, chief business officer and head of Cardo Crew. “That’s why we’re excited to introduce our latest technology into the sector via OEMs, so we can improve communication, safety and workflow for construction companies.”
Pioneered by Cardo Crew, the PRO-1 uses mesh communications technology, which provides two-way, hands-free communications for groups of up to 15 workers at a range of up to 3,000 metres. It operates as an autonomous network, removing the need to install base stations, with each device working like a mini-communications hub in its own right, making it ideal and safe for busy teams on-site, offering robust, short-range critical comms.
