Federal Signal Launches EMComm Blog
Emergency management blog target breaking news, technology developments, government regulations, case studies and more in alert communications/mass notification.
University Park, Ill, April 4, 2011 Federal Signal Corporation, a leading manufacturer in alert communications and mass notification systems, has launched EMComm (emcomm.federalsignal.com), a blog designed for the discussion and exchange of ideas across the ever-broadening field of emergency communications.
EMComm is targeted specifically to meet the needs of anyone interested in emergency management communications and public safety. It will cover a broad scope of topics ranging from developments in system integration and secure interoperable communications technology, emergency preparedness training and the advantages and limitations of citizen-notification systems such as cell phone alerts. The blog will also evaluate the latest technology developments in context with human behavior, cultural and generational differences, as well as case studies in emergency communications including breaking news on emergencies and disasters such as the earthquakes and tsunamis in northern Japan and New Zealand.
"It was not that long ago that emergency communications and notification relied almost exclusively on outdoor sirens, and broadcast radio and television," explains Bob Patnaude, Director of Marketing for Federal Signal's Public Safety and Security Group. "But today emergency communications covers everything from cell phones and text messaging, to internet-based technologies such as email, RSS and smart phones, to social media such as twitter and facebook. In addition to sharing Federal Signal's own experience and perspective, through EMComm we hope to provide a resource that focuses primarily on emergency communications, while also opening up a dialogue with emergency managers that will expand our own insight.
"When it comes to emergency communications, there's obviously a lot to talk about...and more and more all the time. We believe the timing is perfect for a forum like EMComm to be introduced. As a company that's been in the field of emergency warning and mass notification for more than fifty years, Federal Signal wants to be a key contributor to that discussion," adds Patnaude.
About Federal Signal
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE:FSS - News) enhances safety, security and well-being of communities and workplaces around the world. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer or products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and institutional customers. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates three groups: Safety and Security Systems, Environmental Solutions and Fire Rescue. For more details about Federal Signal's Total Solutions, visit: www.federalsignal.com
