The operation only works if people can communicate.

Arcadia Command Solutions provides planned, configured, and supported radio communications for events and field operations across South Central Michigan.

Three levels of support

More than a box of radios.

Choose the level of support the operation needs—from configured equipment through a fully managed field communications function.

01 / RENTAL

Equipment rental

Portable radios and supporting equipment configured for the event, with clear channel assignments and straightforward operating guidance.

02 / PACKAGE

Communications package

Equipment rental combined with preplanning, programming, a channel plan, delivery, setup, testing, and a complete communications plan.

03 / MANAGED

Managed field communications

A complete package with on-scene technical support and a communications specialist supporting the operation from the command post.

A communications technician preparing portable radios and batteries for an event — Equipment preparationConfigured, checked, and ready before users arrive.

A radio operator staffing a temporary communications station at an outdoor event — On-scene supportA staffed communications position connected to the operation.

System capabilities

One plan for digital, analog, and interoperable operations.

Arcadia Command Solutions operates on licensed UHF frequencies using a mixed fleet of DMR and analog-capable portable radios. Repeater capability extends the system when terrain or operating distance requires it, while mobile radios can support a dedicated communications station at the command post.

DMR and analog portable radios
Licensed UHF frequencies
Repeater-capable systems
Mobile-radio communications stations
Radio programming and configuration
Motorola, Vertex Standard, and Retevis equipment

Preplanning

Interoperability starts before the event.

We coordinate with the governmental and nongovernmental organizations involved in the operation to determine how information must move between teams, agencies, and command.

01Understand the operationReview the site, operating area, staffing, assignments, critical functions, expected radio traffic, and known coverage concerns.

02Coordinate the partnersWork with participating public-safety agencies, government organizations, event staff, contractors, and volunteer groups to identify interoperable communications needs.

03Build the planDevelop channel assignments, radio identifiers, communications procedures, contingencies, and a complete incident communications plan.

04Prepare the systemProgram, label, stage, deliver, test, and issue equipment so users know what they have and how to use it.

Designed for

Community eventsRaces and festivalsFairs and venuesPrivate securitySearch and rescueEmergency managementMunicipal operationsMulti-agency incidents

Reliable communications are an operational system—not simply a collection of radios.

Start a conversation

Tell us what the operation needs to cover.

We will help determine the right equipment, channel structure, planning support, and on-scene presence.

Next capability

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