What solutions does PMC offer for schools and universities?

PMC delivers comprehensive campus communication systems including two-way radios (Motorola, Harris, Tait, and BK Radios), encrypted radios, P25 radio systems, dispatch consoles, and in-building coverage solutions. Schools also benefit from LTE/5G wireless WAN connectivity, Cradlepoint routers, and rugged mobile devices for security and operations.

Can PMC systems cover large or multi-building campuses?

Yes. PMC designs Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) solutions, and wide-area two-way radio networks to ensure reliable communication across multi-building campuses, athletic fields, parking lots, and transportation routes.

Are PMC’s systems secure for sensitive student and staff communication?

Absolutely. PMC uses encrypted radios, secure LTE/5G routers, zero-trust network configurations, and compliant dispatch solutions to protect communications related to student safety, administration, and emergency operations.

Does PMC provide mobile and portable radios for school security teams?

Yes. PMC supplies durable two-way radios, P25 portables, UHF/VHF school-wide radios, and accessories that support security officers, transportation staff, crossing guards, and athletic event teams.

Can PMC integrate emergency alert systems into school communication networks?

Yes. PMC integrates radio systems with mass notification platforms, emergency alert buttons, PA systems, and dispatch consoles, ensuring administrators and first responders receive alerts instantly.

Are PMC’s campus solutions compliant with local codes and safety requirements?

Yes. All radio and in-building coverage systems meet FCC, NFPA, and local AHJ requirements. PMC also helps schools meet ERCES and public safety DAS compliance standards.

Can PMC scale solutions for growing student populations or expanding facilities?

Yes. PMC designs communication systems that can grow with your needs, adding radios, expanding DAS infrastructure, improving Wi-Fi and cellular signal boosters, or integrating new transportation and safety workflows.

Does PMC provide maintenance and support for educational communication systems?

Yes. PMC offers 24/7 support, remote system monitoring, firmware updates, and preventive maintenance for radios, dispatch consoles, routers, and in-building wireless systems, ensuring continuous, reliable communication across campus.

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in-building wireless coverage & public safety DAS for schools & universities

PMC is uniquely qualified to design, install, and service school wireless systems, including Public Safety DAS, ERRCS, and two-way radios.

it all starts with being able to connect to the people around you.

Our consultative approach explores whether the wireless communications networks serving your campus provide reliable coverage. This includes the district’s campus radio system, your local first responders’ radio networks, and private LTE or cellular networks. School administration and staff need to easily communicate for everyday events, and First Responders need to be able to communicate from within your buildings in an emergency.

At PMC, we understand the significance of creating a safe and collaborative educational environment where you, your teams and the local authorities are always seamlessly connected. Clear and dependable in-building radio and wireless communication is essential to a safer school ecosystem.

Aerial view of a school building with wireless signal icons illustrating in-building communication solutions for education and public safety.

PMC Wireless partners with Ericsson to design, install and maintain Wi-Fi connectivity for schools and school district based on their broad solutions portfolio and ability to deliver reliable internet access that’s flexible, scalable, secure and easy to manage

For today’s students, internet access is essential whether they are accessing Wi-Fi on campus or while riding the bus. The need to stay connected is critical. With Ericsson’s Wireless Netcloud (formerly known as Cradlepoint Netcloud) Service and wireless edge routers unlock the power of LTE and 5G cellular networks, allowing us and your school district to deploy wireless connectivity across any digital divide–helping staff, faculty and students achieve their full potential.

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Wireless Wide-Area Networks Are the Future for Education

Wireless wide-area networks enable:

Reliable Wi-Fi connectivity for schools
Connectivity of cameras & access control
Remote access to digital signage.
Distance learning
Connected school buses
Secure Access from Home

Students spend an average of 146 hours, or 24 school days, on the bus each year. Instead of wasting this time, it could be used for schoolwork, thanks to the FCC’s decision to allow E-Rate funding for Wi-Fi and similar technologies. This change could turn school buses into mobile hotspots, providing all students with access to educational resources, especially benefiting those with long commutes in rural areas.

E-Rate now includes funding for school bus Wi-Fi, enabling districts to keep students connected beyond the classroom.

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PMC WIRELESS two-way radio systems for reliable school communication and safety solutions.

concealed weapons detection & screening system

Keep government building, stadiums, schools and hospitals safe from concealed weapons and threats with Motorola Solutions’ Concealed Weapons Detection (CWD), powered by evolv technology. The touchless system allows you to walk through without emptying your pockets or bags and can screen over 3600 visitors per hour.

The indoor and outdoor CWD system is easy to set up and to move around, making it flexible for different situations. It reduces physical contact and streamlines security measures for entrances and events. Security teams can respond to potential threats quickly and accurately, as shown in real-time, where a threat may be located on a person’s body or in their bag with its five sensitivity settings for different threat levels.

PMC has been factory trained to install and maintain your CWD systems so it remains in service and optimized for the long haul. Make sure you choose a partner with the proper experience to deploy and support your investment.

PMC Wireless: Enhancing School Safety with Trusted Communication Systems: PMC’s Enhanced Solutions Provide Schools With the Capability to Detect, Analyze, Communicate, and Respond to Potential Threats or Incidents

For over 35 years PMC Wireless has been assisting schools and campuses across New Jersey, New York, Eastern Pennsylvania, and Virginia with integrated wireless solutions that allow students, faculty, and staff a safe environment where they can grow and learn.

Headquartered in Hazlet, NJ and serving the New York Metro area, PMC Wireless is uniquely qualified to design, install, and service your integrated wireless voice and security systems.

From installing a two-way radio system that connects with local police and fire agencies to video surveillance solutions that can send voice alerts to your radios, PMC Wireless is your one-stop shop to help you plan and build a Safer School Ecosystem.

As a Motorola Solutions Safety Reimagined Partner, PMC Wireless is professionally trained and certified in delivering all of the solutions within the Safer Schools Mission Critical Ecosystem. PMC Wireless can provide school districts with their technology solutions to support efficient day-to-day campus activities and provide critical infrastructure if an emergency arises.

jump to the head of the class with communications and technology solutions from PMC wireless

From simple on-site two-way radio systems with limited talk groups to sophisticated wide-area systems that connect multiple talk groups across districts, PMC Wireless’s end-to-end voice and technology solutions seamlessly connect and integrate school faculty, administrators, school buses and first responders.

take school safety to the next level with reliable two-way radio communication systems

A safer school ecosystem requires a dependable and clear wireless Push-To-Talk (PTT) two-way radio communication system within your school, across campus, or district and that is seamlessly connected to local public safety authorities. For more than 30 years, PMC Wireless has designed, installed, and maintained reliable radio communication systems for K-12 and higher education institutions across the Northeast. Systems that enhance safety and security and that allow faculty, administrators, and students to focus their attention on what really matters – learning and growing.

P25 mission-critical communications

Enable seamless coordination and connectivity — regardless of the situation — with interoperability between school personnel and local law enforcement to ensure a rapid response.

critical connect

Allows for secure connectivity between two-way radios and smartphones whenever and wherever it is needed.

PMC wireless can ensure that public safety agencies can communicate throughout your facilities and enhance your cellular coverage as needed

An ERRCS or Public Safety-DAS in your facility ensures first responders will have reliable two-way radio communication while on campus during an emergency. The need for dependable radio coverage even extends to hard-to-reach coverage areas such as stairwells, underground tunnels, parking garages, electrical closets and pump rooms.

Local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) such as your local Fire Marshall may have additional requirements associated with their specific wireless coverage needs that may exceed the mandates required by the FCC, NFPA and IFC.

Navigating all these requirements to compliance can easily become overwhelming if you are not staying on top of the current codes and leveraging a trusted partner like PMC Wireless.

PMC Wireless can provide K-12 and higher education customers service agreements that will you offer peace of mind that we will maintain their facilities PS-DAS system and work with their local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to stay compliant.

PMC wireless provides custom emergency responder radio communications solutions (ERRCS) or public safety–distributed antenna systems to enhance radio coverage

Education FAQs

School Two-Way Radios and DAS Solutions

What solutions does PMC offer for schools and universities?: PMC delivers comprehensive campus communication systems including two-way radios (Motorola, Harris, Tait, and BK Radios), encrypted radios, P25 radio systems, dispatch consoles, and in-building coverage solutions. Schools also benefit from LTE/5G wireless WAN connectivity, Cradlepoint routers, and rugged mobile devices for security and operations.

Can PMC systems cover large or multi-building campuses?: Yes. PMC designs Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA) solutions, and wide-area two-way radio networks to ensure reliable communication across multi-building campuses, athletic fields, parking lots, and transportation routes.

Are PMC’s systems secure for sensitive student and staff communication?: Absolutely. PMC uses encrypted radios, secure LTE/5G routers, zero-trust network configurations, and compliant dispatch solutions to protect communications related to student safety, administration, and emergency operations.

Does PMC provide mobile and portable radios for school security teams?: Yes. PMC supplies durable two-way radios, P25 portables, UHF/VHF school-wide radios, and accessories that support security officers, transportation staff, crossing guards, and athletic event teams.

Can PMC integrate emergency alert systems into school communication networks?: Yes. PMC integrates radio systems with mass notification platforms, emergency alert buttons, PA systems, and dispatch consoles, ensuring administrators and first responders receive alerts instantly.

Are PMC’s campus solutions compliant with local codes and safety requirements?: Yes. All radio and in-building coverage systems meet FCC, NFPA, and local AHJ requirements. PMC also helps schools meet ERCES and public safety DAS compliance standards.

Can PMC scale solutions for growing student populations or expanding facilities?: Yes. PMC designs communication systems that can grow with your needs, adding radios, expanding DAS infrastructure, improving Wi-Fi and cellular signal boosters, or integrating new transportation and safety workflows.

Does PMC provide maintenance and support for educational communication systems?: Yes. PMC offers 24/7 support, remote system monitoring, firmware updates, and preventive maintenance for radios, dispatch consoles, routers, and in-building wireless systems, ensuring continuous, reliable communication across campus.