ActewAGL, ACT, Australia

Tait was the only solution provider who could offer a migration path from their Nokia ActionNet network to a new MPT 1327 network. The Tait solution meant ActewAGL could retain full operation of their existing fleets while upgrading, without having to reprogram or replace any portable and mobile radios.

Tait delivered an eight-site TaitNet MPT 1327 radio network, which uses the 400MHz band and comprises of two geographically diverse nodes and six base station sites. The network offers ActewAGL cost effective infrastructure that allows voice and data messaging on the same network, and efficient two-way radio communications over a large geographic area. In addition, the solution includes services such as inhouse training, manufacturer support and project management to enable a smooth implementation phase and continued maintenance.

The focus for Tait was to upgrade the network to TaitNet MPT 1327 without customer interruption. A seamless transition was achieved via the utilization of a TaitNet Gateway between the Nokia ActionNet system and the new TaitNet TN5100 system node.

During the installation process, mobile and portable radios could log onto sites, irrespective of which system the site was connected to, and detail the registration to both systems – allowing calls to be placed between radios and/or inter-systems.

The TaitNet MPT network also allows for private one-to-one, fleet and group calls, as well as short data messaging, which provides more efficient management of communications for ActewAGL's business divisions. The network can also host multiple simultaneous conversations, which is especially important when dispatching different crews for a coordinated response.