Changing Communication and Security with IP-Based Paging and Intercom Systems 

In a world where security and communication are paramount, IP-based paging and intercom systems have become indispensable. These systems—also known as Mass Communication Systems or Emergency Communication Systems (ECS)—allow organizations to achieve instant, clear communication across various facilities, whether it’s for daily tasks or emergencies. By integrating voice, data, and visual paging on one secure … Read more

William P. Hobby Airport

Houston, TX William P. Hobby Airport’s (HOU) significant growth has created the need for a new international terminal to facilitate increasing demands for overseas travel. The multiplying throngs of travelers will reply on the airport’s new advanced paging system to get to the right terminal and stay aware of any changes to their flight, even … Read more

Harry Reid International Airport

Las Vegas, NV Newly integrated public address systems for the new Terminal D Northwest Wing and the new Terminal C Gates Security Screening Area make traveling easier. Features Participants Owner: Clark County Architect: PGAL Consultant: Coffeen Fricke & Associates General Contractor: Perini Building Company AV Contractor: Ford Audio-Video Systems Ford AV has deployed thousands of … Read more

A.B. Won Pat International Airport

Won Pat International Airport Guam

Barrigada and Tamuning, Guam Originally a Japanese Naval Facility, A.B. Won Pat transitioned to a commercial airport in 1962. As airport traffic increased, so did the need to build new facilities. Ford was contracted to update the audio infrastructure and install a new digital paging system in the airport. Features Participants Owner: A.B. Won Pat International Airport … Read more

Reno-Tahoe International Airport

Reno, NV Reno-Tahoe International Airport services over 4 million travelers each year. In 2009, the airport remodeled the airport to enhance baggage screening equipment and give the interiors a modern Tahoe theme. Ford was contracted to implement the audio updates across the airport so communication between employees and travelers was reliable and easy to use. … Read more

Spokane International Airport

Spokane, WA When Spokane International Airport added Concourse C to help accommodate the 3 million travelers that pass through each year, the 37,800 SF location needed updates to their AV infrastructure including paging stations and overhead speakers. Ford was contracted to facilitate the audio upgrades and install new paging stations and speakers while integrating the … Read more

George Bush Intercontinental Airport

George Bush International Airport

Houston, Texas United Airlines occupies a 265,000 SF terminal with a state-of-the-art AV system. The new system provides clear communication between the airline and passengers so everyone can rest easy before their flights. Features Participants Owner: United Airlines in partnership with Houston Airport Systems Architect: Faithful Gould Builder/General Contractor: Manhattan Construction AV Contractor: Ford Audio-Video … Read more

DFW International Airport

Dallas, Texas This pristine facility integrates the latest technologies to ensure the safety, comfort and security of its travelers. Features Participants OWNER: Austin Commercial, Dallas ARCHITECT: HKS, Inc., Corgan Associates CONSULTANT: Ross and Baruzzini, Inc. AV CONTRACTOR: Ford Audio-Video Systems, LLC Ford AV has deployed thousands of custom solutions for meeting rooms across the U.S. … Read more