08 March 2024
New Dispatcher solution from IHM revolutionizes Bridge Communication
IHM is proud to announce that Beredskab Sønderborg has chosen IHM's dispatcher solution, IHM IP Flexible, for communication with ships passing through Kong Christian X's Bridge and Egernsund Bridge.
The solution enables remote control of all supported functions in the VHF radio Sailor 7222, including Dual Watch, providing operators with outstanding control and flexibility. With the Dual Watch feature, operators can now monitor two channels simultaneously, enhancing safety and enabling faster response times in emergencies.
IHM IP Flexible dispatcher enhances safety
Before implementing the new IHM dispatcher solution, Beredskab Sønderborg had an older VHF system that had to be operated locally.
- 'Since Beredskab Sønderborg moved premises and thus were not close to the bridges, it was necessary to have a VHF system that could be remotely operated,' - states Michael M. Madsen, Fire Master at Beredskab Sønderborg, and continues:
- 'With IHM's solution, we operate the VHF radios and monitor multiple channels via a PC's 10" touchscreen from our new premises. This facilitates our work greatly and provides security for everyone.'
The new IHM communication solution is designed to meet the needs of modern bridge operators and emergency response personnel. The system can easily be expanded with additional operators and radios as needed, providing a flexible and scalable solution that can be adapted to any situation.
Learn more about the solution
For more information about IHM's dispatcher solution and how it can improve communication at your bridges, visit www.ihm.dk or contact Steen Skaarup. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
About Kong Christian X's Bridge and Egernsund Bridge
Kong Christian X's Bridge is an arch bridge with a lift span that opens for passage. It was built from 1925-30, is 331 m long, 12.6 m wide, and has a clearance height of 5 m. Originally, it was a combined railway and road bridge, but the tracks were decommissioned in 1996. It replaced a pontoon bridge, Frederik VII's Bridge, built in 1856 with a length of 220 m.
Egernsund Bridge is a bascule bridge built from 1965-68. It is 238 m long, 19.6 m wide, and has a clearance height of 4.8 m. It replaced a small draw ferry that had been in operation since around 1725.
