NFPA 1225 | IFC 510

    When Communication

    Failure Isn't an Option

    Modern construction materials block signals. We design systems that satisfy inspectors and work in real emergencies.

    System Status
    All Systems Operational
    35+
    Years
    24/7
    Coverage
    100%
    Compliance
    Business Type
    SDVOSB
    Veteran & Woman Owned
    Service Area
    Georgia
    & Southeast Region

    The Compliance Challenge

    Modern construction materials—Low-E glass, metal studs, concrete cores—are excellent at blocking radio signals. Fire codes recognize this (NFCT 1225 and IFC 510). But compliance alone doesn't guarantee performance when dispatch needs to reach firefighters on the 14th floor.

    Our Process

    How We Approach These Projects

    01

    RF Environment Mapping

    Not a quick walkthrough. We conduct actual signal testing across frequencies, floors, and construction types to identify weak zones.

    02

    System Design

    Custom architecture using amplifiers, distributed antenna networks, and fiber backbones tailored to your specific building.

    03

    Coordinated Installation

    We work with your GC, electrical, and fire protection trades. We document everything because inspections are inevitable.

    04

    Test & Commission

    Measured signal levels. Verified coverage. Stakeholder walkthrough. The paperwork AHJs expect.

    Typical Applications

    High-rises requiring public safety radio
    Hospitals where gaps endanger patients
    Hotels & Convention Centers
    Parking structures & below-grade spaces
    Industrial facilities with heavy shielding
    Mixed-use developments

    Ready to ensure your building is covered?

    Schedule a professional RF assessment and get a detailed coverage analysis.

    Common Questions

    Answers Before You Ask

    What is an ERCES?

    An ERCES (Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement System) is an in-building radio system that amplifies and distributes first responder radio signals — police, fire, and EMS — throughout a building. It typically consists of a bi-directional amplifier (BDA), a distributed antenna system (DAS), and battery backup. Fire codes such as IFC 510 and NFPA 1225 require an ERCES in buildings where public safety radio coverage falls below minimum signal levels, most commonly a 95% coverage requirement on every floor.

    Do I need a BDA system for code compliance in Georgia?

    In Georgia, most jurisdictions enforce IFC Section 510, which requires new commercial buildings — and many existing ones undergoing renovation — to provide minimum public safety radio coverage, typically 95% on all floors and 99% in critical areas like fire command centers, stairwells, and elevator lobbies. If a radio signal survey shows your building fails those levels, the fire marshal will require an ERCES/BDA system before issuing a certificate of occupancy. Requirements vary by county and city, so the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) makes the final call.

    How long does a BDA/ERCES installation take?

    Most BDA/ERCES projects complete within 4 to 8 weeks. A typical timeline: site survey and RF signal analysis in weeks 1–2, system design, AHJ submittal, and FCC-required frequency license holder approval in weeks 2–3, installation in weeks 4–6, and final grid testing with fire marshal witness in the final phase. Large high-rises or campuses can take longer, and AHJ review time varies by jurisdiction.

    See all FAQs