Public Safety DAS
Empowering Public Safety with Reliable, Tailored Connectivity Solutions
CTS is dedicated to meeting the coverage needs of Public Safety organizations, working hand-in-hand with local jurisdictions to make sure every solution is implemented properly. We partner with trusted manufacturers whose products are proven to serve the Public Safety community effectively. Our comprehensive services cover everything from coverage verification and interference mitigation to system design, installation, testing, optimization, and ongoing maintenance and monitoring—so Public Safety teams can count on reliable communications when it matters most.
Affiliations
APCO International is the world's largest organization dedicated to public safety communications. CTS benefits from APCO membership by staying connected to industry leaders, accessing the latest public safety communications updates, and gaining specialized training. This helps us deliver top-tier solutions for mission-critical environments and stay ahead in innovation and advocacy for our clients.
CTS installs in-building DAS platforms that supports FirstNet frequencies enabling first responders to have reliable, broadband connectivity.
The Safer Buildings Coalition is the leading advocacy group dedicated to ensuring reliable in-building wireless communication for public safety. As a non-profit organization, the Coalition brings together industry experts, first responders, code officials, and building owners to address the critical issue of wireless “dead zones” inside buildings. Through education, policy development, and the advancement of codes and standards, the Safer Buildings Coalition works to make sure that both the public and emergency personnel can communicate effectively during emergencies—no matter where they are inside a structure. Their mission is clear: to make buildings safer through technology, so everyone inside can feel protected and connected when it matters most.
CTS solves your most complicated communications challenges ensuring public safety DAS solutions are robust, code-compliant, and ready for the realities of both today—and tomorrow’s—emergency communications needs
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Strict Code Compliance
Public safety DAS must meet stringent and evolving codes like NFPA 1225 and local fire ordinances, which vary by jurisdiction. Missing even a single requirement can lead to failed inspections, costly retrofits, and occupancy delays. |
End-to-End Code Coordination
CTS consults directly with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), stays updated on all relevant codes, and manages documentation and acceptance testing—ensuring every DAS is compliant from the ground up and ready to pass inspections the first time. |
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Reliable Coverage in Difficult Spaces
Basements, stairwells, and elevator shafts often have poor radio signal penetration, yet these critical zones are required to have uninterrupted emergency coverage for first responders. |
Precise RF Design & Validation
CTS uses advanced RF modeling and site-specific surveys, fine-tuning antenna placement and simulating propagation in all building zones—including hard-to-reach areas—to guarantee signal strength and coverage where it’s needed most. |
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Pathway Survivability and Backup Power
All cabling and components must withstand fire conditions and remain operational during emergencies, backed by long-duration battery systems or generators to ensure communications don’t fail under duress. |
Survivable Infrastructure Planning
CTS specifies and installs fire-rated cabling, conduit, and backup power solutions that exceed code standards, providing full survivability for all system pathways and maintaining radio service under emergency scenarios. |
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Continuous System Monitoring
Public safety DAS must be monitored 24x7 for faults, tampering, or power loss, as even brief outages can compromise emergency operations and lead to code violations. |
Real-Time DAS Monitoring & Support
CTS deploys active monitoring and alarm systems, enabling real-time alerts, diagnostics, and rapid response if issues are detected—so system health and compliance never get overlooked. |
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Seamless Integration and Commissioning
DAS must work flawlessly with local public safety radio systems and not interfere with commercial wireless or building automation networks. Poor integration can result in non-functional systems or regulatory penalties. |
Collaborative System Integration
CTS coordinates with municipal agencies and radio system owners, engineers system performance to public safety frequencies, and ensures smooth, documented handover—avoiding “dark DAS” and costly rework. |
Technology Partners
CTS is proudly vendor agnostic, partnering with all leading Public Safety DAS OEMs to deliver solutions tailored to your specific needs. Our expertise spans the industry’s top manufacturers, ensuring you get the right technology—no matter the brand. This flexibility lets us design and implement wireless networks that are optimized for your environment, leveraging the strengths of every major provider for maximum performance and reliability.
Industries We Serve
Resources
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Data Sheet
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Brochure
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