Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team introduces two new deployable assets
Verizon Frontline has introduced two new deployable asset prototypes: the Off-Grid, Cross-Communications Network trailer (OXEN) and Emergency Response Incident Command Center vehicle (ERICC). These assets join Verizon's fleet of nearly 600 deployable units and were recently tested at both Republican and Democratic National Conventions.
The OXEN provides 5G Ultra Wideband, 4G LTE, and satellite connectivity, featuring solar, shoreline, or diesel power options. The ERICC offers a mobile workspace for 3-5 people with off-grid communications capabilities. Both assets are designed to support first responders' mission-critical communications and are available through the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team at no cost to supported agencies.
Verizon Frontline ha introdotto due nuovi prototipi di asset mobilitabili: il rimorchio della rete di comunicazione off-grid (OXEN) e il veicolo del centro di comando per l'emergenza (ERICC). Questi asset si uniscono alla flotta di Verizon di quasi 600 unità mobilitabili e sono stati recentemente testati sia alle convenzioni nazionali repubblicane che democratiche.
L'OXEN fornisce connettività 5G Ultra Wideband, 4G LTE e satellitare, con opzioni di alimentazione solare, sulla costa o a diesel. L'ERICC offre uno spazio di lavoro mobile per 3-5 persone con capacità di comunicazione off-grid. Entrambi gli asset sono progettati per supportare le comunicazioni critiche delle missioni dei primi soccorritori e sono disponibili tramite il Team di Risposta alle Crisi di Verizon Frontline senza costi per le agenzie supportate.
Verizon Frontline ha presentado dos nuevos prototipos de activos desplegables: el remolque de red de comunicaciones fuera de la red (OXEN) y el vehículo del centro de mando de respuesta a emergencias (ERICC). Estos activos se unen a la flota de Verizon de casi 600 unidades desplegables y fueron recientemente probados en las convenciones nacionales republicanas y demócratas.
El OXEN proporciona conectividad 5G Ultra Wideband, 4G LTE y satelital, con opciones de energía solar, costera o diésel. El ERICC ofrece un espacio de trabajo móvil para 3-5 personas con capacidades de comunicación fuera de la red. Ambos activos están diseñados para apoyar las comunicaciones críticas de las misiones de los primeros respondedores y están disponibles a través del Equipo de Respuesta a Crisis de Verizon Frontline sin costo para las agencias apoyadas.
버라이즌 프론트라인은 두 가지 새로운 배치 가능한 자산 프로토타입을 소개했습니다: 오프그리드, 교차 통신 네트워크 트레일러 (OXEN)와 응급 대응 사건 지휘 센터 차량 (ERICC)입니다. 이러한 자산은 버라이즌의 거의 600개의 배치 가능한 유닛과 함께 하며, 최근 공화당 및 민주당의 국가 대회에서 시험되었습니다.
OXEN은 5G 울트라 와이드밴드, 4G LTE, 위성 연결을 제공하며, 태양광, 해안 또는 디젤 전원 옵션이 있습니다. ERICC는 3-5명을 위한 모바일 작업공간을 제공하며 오프그리드 통신 기능이 있습니다. 두 자산 모두 첫 응답자의 미션 크리티컬 커뮤니케이션을 지원하도록 설계되었으며, 지원 기관에 비용 없이 Verizon Frontline 위기 대응 팀을 통해 이용 가능합니다.
Verizon Frontline a introduit deux nouveaux prototypes d'actifs déployables : la remorque de réseau de communication hors réseau (OXEN) et le véhicule du centre de commandement d'intervention d'urgence (ERICC). Ces actifs rejoignent la flotte de Verizon qui compte près de 600 unités déployables et ont récemment été testés lors des conventions nationales des Républicains et des Démocrates.
L'OXEN offre une connectivité 5G Ultra Wideband, 4G LTE et par satellite, avec des options d'alimentation solaire, côtière ou diesel. L'ERICC propose un espace de travail mobile pour 3 à 5 personnes avec des capacités de communication hors réseau. Les deux actifs sont conçus pour soutenir les communications critiques des missions des premiers intervenants et sont disponibles gratuitement via l'équipe de réponse aux crises de Verizon Frontline pour les agences soutenues.
Verizon Frontline hat zwei neue einsatzbereite Asset-Prototypen vorgestellt: den Off-Grid, Cross-Communications Network-Anhänger (OXEN) und das Fahrzeug des Einsatzleitungszentrums für Notfälle (ERICC). Diese Assets erweitern die Flotte von Verizon um fast 600 einsatzbereite Einheiten und wurden kürzlich bei den nationalen Konventionen der Republikaner und Demokraten getestet.
Der OXEN bietet 5G Ultra Wideband, 4G LTE und Satellitenkonnektivität mit Solar-, Küsten- oder Dieselstromoptionen. Der ERICC bietet einen mobilen Arbeitsplatz für 3-5 Personen mit Off-Grid-Kommunikationsmöglichkeiten. Beide Assets sind darauf ausgelegt, die mission-critical Kommunikation der Ersthelfer zu unterstützen und stehen über das Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team kostenfrei für unterstützte Behörden zur Verfügung.
- Addition of two new advanced deployable assets to support emergency response operations
- Free 24/7 emergency assistance to government agencies
- Successfully tested at major national events
- Integration with Team Awareness Kit (TAK) for enhanced real-time decision-making
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The introduction of OXEN and ERICC represents a significant enhancement to Verizon's emergency response capabilities. These deployable assets feature advanced 5G Ultra Wideband and 4G LTE connectivity, combined with satellite backhaul and edge computing capabilities. Their successful deployment at major political conventions demonstrates real-world effectiveness.
The integration of Team Awareness Kit (TAK) applications for geospatial tracking and real-time video feeds significantly improves situational awareness for first responders. The off-grid capabilities, including solar power options and satellite connectivity, ensure continuous operation in remote or disaster-affected areas where traditional infrastructure might be compromised.
While this development strengthens Verizon's position in the first responder communications market, the direct revenue impact may be since these services are provided at no cost to agencies. However, it reinforces Verizon's competitive advantage in the public safety sector and could lead to increased institutional contracts.
- Two new Verizon Frontline prototypes join the nearly 600 deployable assets in the Verizon fleet.
- The two assets are both capable of establishing their own off-grid network, allowing first responders to communicate with each other in challenging situations
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today announced the launch of two new deployable asset prototypes designed to support the mission-critical communications needs of first responders during public safety operations.
Created as part of the Verizon Frontline Innovation Program, the newly-developed Off-Grid, Cross-Communications Network trailer, or OXEN, and Emergency Response Incident Command Center vehicle, or ERICC, are the latest deployable assets available for use by public safety agencies via the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team.
Recently, both were deployed in support of public safety agencies in Milwaukee, Wisc., at the Republican National Convention, and in Chicago at the Democratic National Convention.
The OXEN is a ruggedized trailer built to provide first responders with a full range of Verizon Frontline connectivity options, including 5G Ultra Wideband (UW), 4G LTE and satellite backhaul. The asset also offers mobile edge compute capabilities and radio interoperability. The OXEN can be powered by solar, shoreline power, or a diesel generator.
The ERICC is a retrofitted vehicle built to provide first responders who don’t have their own command center with a functional mobile workspace for three to five people, giving them better situational awareness during emergency response operations and the ability to establish off- grid communications.
“The OXEN and ERICC have already proven themselves capable in real world responses across the country this year,” said Jason Mitchell, an associate director with Verizon Frontline’s Crisis Response Team. “The OXEN is well outfitted for many scenarios, including wildfire response, where the rugged nature of this asset will aid public safety agencies immensely. The ERICC builds on that by enabling command and control for incident commanders in a variety of locations.”
One feature of the OXEN that sets it apart from similar assets is its integration with Team Awareness Kit (TAK) applications. TAK enhances real-time decision-making by enabling geospatial information, real-time position location information data, and live video feeds tailored to meet the unique needs of each operation. TAK can be displayed directly on the inside and outside of the OXEN during response operations, giving public safety professionals better situational awareness.
The Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team provides on-demand, emergency assistance during crisis situations to government agencies and emergency responders on a 24/7 basis at no cost to the supported agencies. Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team members set up portable cell sites, Wi-Fi hotspots, charging stations and other Verizon Frontline devices and solutions that enable communications and/or boost network performance.
Verizon Frontline is the advanced network and technology built for first responders – developed over three decades of partnership with public safety officials and agencies on the front lines – to meet their unique and evolving needs. Learn more at our site.
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