The Communicator is a smart hardhat that provides sensor-based awareness of the worker’s surroundings. In addition, it features multi-modal, high-precision, real-time positioning (RTLS) and comprehensive audio-visual telecommunications. As a result, this ergonomically designed smart hardhat transforms a regular worker into a connected worker. Furthermore, the smart hardhat’s features set it apart in demanding industrial environments.
Main features of the Communicator
- Certified ANSI.Z89.14 Type I Class-G industrial smart hardhat
- Intrinsically-safe option, IECEx and ATEX Zone 1 and C1D1 certificated
- Real-time and high precision indoor & outdoor location tracking (RTLS) using GPS/GNSS
- Presence detection using standard BLE beacons and UWB
- Proximity-detection to moving or static equipment, personnel and vehicles (example: forklifts)
- PPE compliance and audits using RFID
- Asset Identification using BLE and RFID
- Audio/video VOIP telephony with compatible devices and SCC operators
- Flexible rental options
The Communicator Center provides automated safety check-ins that help protect workers without disrupting their work. Additionally, by using a smart hardhat, organizations can further improve worker safety and operational efficiency.
Powerful software for real-time monitoring and event alerts combined with a variety of wearable devices helps prevent injury or even death from exposure to extreme temperatures, gas, radiation, noise, over-exertion, or worker-specific health issues.
Leverage walk path reports to investigate incident root-cause, conduct safety audits, mine data for operational improvements, and for customer service or regulatory compliance.
Key Benefits of the Communicator
- Hands-Free Operation
- Ruggedized high tech
- Intrinsically safe
- Flexible and versatile range of applications
Where can it be used?
The Communicator can be used for a wide variety of applications where a smart hardhat is required.
Inventory Tracking, Preventative Maintenance, Environmental Monitoring, Emergency Response, PPE Compliance, Human Conditions and Vitals Monitoring, Lone Worker Monitoring, Planning and Scheduling, Time and Attendance, Time and Motion Studies, Driver/Machine Operator Monitoring, On-the-job training and Remote Expert Support.
