[SatNews] Genesee County, New York, has awarded Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) an $8 million contract to replace its aging public safety radio system. The Harris standards-based communications system will improve coverage and upgrade communications for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services, as well as county highway and public works departments. The new system will deliver integrated and interoperable communications capabilities for better and more efficient coordination among public safety and public works agencies. It will extend coverage to the farthest reaches of the county—covering 95 percent of the region—and eliminate most dead spots.
The new digital radio system is based upon Project 25 technology standards and features Harris’ VIDA® network, which delivers powerful network management tools and is a platform for easy future growth. Genesee County first responders and public works teams will be using feature-rich Harris XG-25 portable and mobile radios.
