13th January 2025
A man working in a warehouse communicating over a two-way radio.

Essential guide to two-way radio terms

Every field has its own terminology and acronyms that professionals use with casual ease, often forgetting that lay people might not know what they’re talking about. It’s a matter of convenience rather than an attempt to exclude anyone. After all, a single term can sum up concepts that would otherwise take many more words to explain. Use our glossary of radio terms to get acquainted with the world of two-way radios. You’ll uncover a few interesting technical details along the way.
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12th December 2024
Man using a two-way digital radio.

What is a digital two-way radio?

Two-way radios have been around since the 1940s, when they were primarily used by the military and police. But that doesn’t mean two-way radios haven’t kept pace with the latest technology. The term “digital age” may have become something of a cliche, but it’s a genuine reflection of a technological development that has had a profound effect on the way things work. Two-way radios are no exception to the rule.
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10th September 2024
A construction work carrying a two-way radio for effective communication.

Two-way radio communication etiquette and protocol

Two-way radios are ideal when you need to coordinate activities across teams in environments where rapid-fire communication and responses are essential. They’re tough, durable and can handle the demands of just about any workplace. With everyone on a channel being able to hear messages, there will be little or no need for repetition when requiring people or teams to perform tasks or assist each other.
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16th August 2024
Retail worker wearing a body camera.

Body worn cameras for retail security and worker safety

Your retail store is open, and members of the public come streaming through your doors every day. Most of them are as honest, kind and as courteous as you are. But there are people who will steal, and there are individuals who will abuse your employees verbally or even physically. It’s a growing problem. The facts and figures are in, and they show that retail employees are experiencing a rise in abuse and violence in the workplace.
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31st July 2024
A lone worker using an intrinsically safe two-way radio.

What are intrinsically safe two-way radios?

Intrinsically safe two-way radios aren’t needed in all environments. But in certain environments, intrinsically safe equipment is essential. Apart from two-way radios, intrinsically safe equipment includes specialised mobile phones, flashlights and headlamps, cameras, tablets and computers, handheld gas detectors and more. In this article, we’ll focus on intrinsically safe two-way radios, but the general characteristics that contribute to intrinsic safety apply across all types of equipment.
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31st July 2024
In this article, we explain what an IP rating is and how IP ratings work when it comes to two way radios and body cameras.

IP Ratings for two way radios and body cameras explained

When choosing body cameras or two way radios, the environment in which they will work is an important factor. Some devices must be able to handle all the rough and tumble of outdoor environments, while others won’t ever have to be deployed in challenging conditions. This brings us to IP ratings and what they mean in this context.
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