The need for better safety in schools is more important than ever before in our society. Highly publicized, violent events in our schools have led to reassessments of how we manage security risks in the K-12 environment.  School safety planning and initiatives protect students from all manner of violence, creating safe, secure spaces to make them better able to grow, learn and find success in their academic journeys. For its decades-long efforts in outfitting local schools across the state of Minnesota with the communications systems they need to create and cultivate safe learning environments, Electronic Design Company (EDC) recently partnered.

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Lecture Halls may not need the most complicated AV equipment in order to function properly, but they do need to be outfitted with the right equipment. With many lecture halls serving an educational purpose in some way, it’s imperative that the technology is easy to use and maintain while having the power to reach the entire room. Both the PA system and digital displays need to enable clear communication throughout the room so that the presenter can focus on making their subject matter as compelling and engaging as possible. The last thing professors and guest lecturers want to deal with.

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When hosting or communicating with prospective clients, you will likely gather in your conference room, and the same goes for your internal meetings. In fact, there may not be a more important room in your office space than your conference room.  If your reception area is your welcome mat, the conference room is your living room. Think about that for a moment. In your home, your living room is where you create your most cherished memories. It’s comfortable and the technology is set up exactly how you want it. Everything flows together to set your visitors at ease while being.

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It has become a bit of an oxymoron to say “House of Worship AV” and “simple” in the same sentence. Larger churches that have modern worship services have grown accustomed to the complexities of a full band mix and video production to display song lyrics on a display or projection screen. When budget allows, most churches opt to have one or more paid individuals that are tasked to handle the AV for their services. Not all houses of worship can afford this luxury and require help from volunteers within the church to run these systems who may not be thoroughly.

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Modern meeting and conference rooms require technology that can keep up with the ever-expanding list of mobile devices and presentation platforms. While no technology is ever truly future-proof, a well-designed system will pay for itself in the long run by allowing flexibility and expansion. The first step in creating AV systems for such a space is performing a needs analysis with the client, learning the basic requirements of the space. Understand How the Space is to be Used and the Various Configurations of the Space Understanding how the users intend to work in the space is crucial to a successful.

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In our last installment we got an overview of what kind of needs a paging system could address in an office environment or a public building. The need for intelligibility and flexibility for convergence with other emergency systems such as fire alarm were covered. Now we will have a look at industrial settings and the similarities and differences we might find in those settings. At a basic level, whether a paging system is in an office or a manufacturing plant, the need is the same. Any announcement made should be intelligible. But if you can imagine a warehouse-sized room with.

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Audible mass notification can take on many flavors. Sometimes it’s an emergency like a fire alarm. Sometimes it’s not – such as an announcement for a library closing time. In a corporate environment the needs vary greatly. In fact, just defining a specific “environment” can get more difficult the deeper you look. On the surface we would think about an office with cubicles or individual rooms. But corporate environment could mean a warehouse, an assembly line, or specialized clean rooms in an industrial setting. If someone from the front office needed to make an announcement in any of these, the.

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As the new school year begins, teachers and students have a lot to look forward to. While the rollercoaster of the pandemic has changed the way our schools operate, there are several advantages that have come out of it. Technology has been utilized in creative ways in the last few years. According to the School of Education, technology is a necessary tool for preparing students for their future. There are many other benefits of technology in schools, including improved student outcomes. However, besides classroom technology, other areas of technological innovation are often neglected in today’s schools. Updated public address systems,.

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School paging and intercom systems are staples in virtually every classroom in the United States. They provide educators with comprehensive communications and ensure safety in the classroom. They are affordable, easy to implement and are smart investments for the future. Ensuring your school’s paging and intercom systems are top quality is worth the effort. Read on to learn why these AV solutions are vital. What is a Paging System? Paging systems are powerful tools that can quickly send notifications to students, no matter where they are on a school’s campus. Paging systems allow faculty to communicate important information to students.

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Effective employee training is about more than just about getting the right information across; it’s about how you’re getting it across and how it’s being received. You may have some of the best information to share on the latest and greatest software, but without the proper technology solutions, the training could fall flat. Read on to learn how to utilize technology solutions for more effective employee training. Set Up Your Sound System To start, it is important to have the right microphones and speakers to meet your needs. Microphones come in all shapes and sizes, from the classic handheld to.

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