Repair or Retrofit?

November 24, 2020 by admin

Upgrading as an Alternative to Repair Parts for Emergency Phone Towers

Eventually, almost all emergency communications equipment reaches a point where it needs repair or replacement. Sometimes, it’s not even about the phone or call box itself, but the electrical and phone lines connected to it. Over time, landlines can degrade or need to be replaced with newer lines to enhance things like call clarity. Other times, a problem requires repair parts for emergency phone towers that have been damaged by weather, vandalism, or age. There are also a number of emergency phone tower repairs related to obsolete equipment – such as 3G cellular technology that is being phased out and replaced by 4G with major cellular providers.

Spending money on repair parts for emergency phone towers can be frustrating… unless those repair parts do more than simply fix a problem. That’s what makes CASE Retrofit Kits so useful. Instead of looking for hard-to-find individual repair parts, CASE Retrofit Kits offer a full upgrade to emergency communications functionality, without having to replace the entire housing. CASE Retrofits also allow for the flexibility in upgrading from a hard-wired system to a totally wireless system with solar-power and 10-day back-up battery as well as a choice between 4G-ready cellular or satellite phone connectivity. Now, your budget for repair parts for emergency phone towers can actually go to upgrading and enhancing your equipment at a much lower cost than installing brand-new replacement equipment.

In fact, the cost comparison between upgrading with a CASE Retrofit Kit and repair parts is often very similar – but only the CASE solution adds more value over time. Our white paper on the topic covers the details of new installations, retrofits, and repairs, and can help you see the benefits of looking at your emergency phone tower repair as an opportunity to get a just-like-new system for less. It’s complimentary to download and read – access the white paper here.

You can also check out our Retrofit Kit Product Sheet here

As a Vendor in the Emergency Callbox Realm, I find CASE Emergency Systems to be one of the most efficient and well thought-out product lines that I deal with in the 911 industry. Their Callboxes and Emergency management systems are second to none. Engineered to be backward compatible the reliability will stand the test of time. I personally promote their products because they are nearly bomb proof! Their customer service and small business feel helps you to meet your priorities. Without a doubt I recommend you look into CASE Emergency Systems for any of your Safety/911 needs.

Lee Novotny

President/Owner, Stream Speed Technologies, LLC

Thank you everyone, this means a lot to my department as we work toward improving public safety and officer safety. Every person who calls us from a phone box at the bottom foot paths lowers the chance of harming themselves and us getting harmed as we work to help them.

Ryan Hall

Staff Sergeant, Delta Police Department

Since the Call Box has been installed we have had two medical calls which were critical cases. Thanks to the Call Box Law, medical aid was at location in 10 minutes or so. In the past with no cell coverage folks had to drive out of the canyon… This would add about 30 minutes to the response time. We believe lives were saved due to the Call Box.

John Gulserian

Program Manager, Nevada County Office of Emergency Services

The phones are simple to use. One need only open the call box and follow the 4-step instructions. These are a unique and valuable asset to the County, and we hope that individuals will recognize their value and help us maintain and protect them so if and when they are needed, they can serve members of and visitors to our great community in times of need.

John Higley

Emergency Management Coordinator, Iron County

The Iron County Sheriff’s Office is very excited about the addition of these satellite phones in these remote locations. This will help all emergency services in Iron County to rapidly respond to emergencies where there is little or no cell phone coverage.

Mark Gower

Iron County Sheriff

Thank you for the phones. They work flawlessly, and the members love them.

Dave Kardos

Burning Tree Country Club

I cannot say enough about CASE Emergency Systems and our working relationship with them. We are early in the process, but are implementing a 3-year plan to replace our 24 existing phones and add 18 more. The simplicity of installation, the automatic daily self-diagnostic reports, the low maintenance, and the company’s overall service are outstanding. Our current project and initial installations are our first use of CASE products. They are excellent on all counts, and we will continue to use CASE Emergency Systems into the foreseeable future.

Randal Duke

Emergency Management Coordinator, University of Texas at Tyler