04 May 2024, Vienna Austria – ZTE Austria, a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, deployed the Fiber to the Room (FTTR) solution for the Firefighters connectivity at their newly built Gramatneusiedl Fire station which serves altogether almost 3700 people in Gramatneusiedl while assisting neighboring villages such as Mooosebrun, Velm, Ebergassing, Himberg as well as the central service of the state Fire Brigade association in the times of accident, fire as well as disaster crises. Established in 1894, Gramatneusiedl Fire Department is astoundingly 130 years old.
In this modern collaboration, ZTE and Gramatneusiedl Fire Station, one of the Austria’s Volunteer Fire departments are set to highest inhouse connectivity which will connect the hero’s that serve the people in Gramatneusiedl. Speaking with one of the firefighters, Thomas Kottinger, ZTE found that there was no fiber optic coverage or Wi-Fi supply in the fire department building. ZTE’s latest Fiber To The Room (FTTR) all-optical networking solution delivers gigabit bandwidth to every room at the station. This would address the non-existent connectivity including low bandwidth and poor Wi-Fi coverage, providing firefighters with fast and stable Internet service as well as communication service.
Values of teamwork, camaraderie, and enthusiasm guide their constant and voluntary readiness to respond 24/7, 365 days a year, for the safety of Gramatneusiedl and its residents. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the fire station, Christian Woschitz, General Manager of Central & Eastern Europe stated that “by deploying FTTR solutions, the fire department in Gramatneusiedl can enhance their communication capabilities within their team in house as well as the first responders at the fire site, improve response times, and better coordinate emergency efforts, ultimately leading to more effective and efficient emergency response.”
FTTR provides high-speed fiber-optic connectivity, enabling the fire fighters to transmit and receive data at lightning-fast speeds. This is crucial for accessing information, such as emergency calls, building blueprints, and weather updates. FTTR provides ample bandwidth for transmitting large volumes of data quickly and efficiently which is crucial for emergency communications such as sharing video feeds, maps, and other data-intensive information.
Speaking at the event, their firefighter, Mr Thomas Kottinger explained that “by bringing fiber directly to individual rooms at the fire station, ZTE’s FTTR solution will deliver high-speed internet access with minimal signal degradation, providing firefighters with a superior online experience not only for firefighting information sharing but also for streaming, leisure, video conferencing, etc in every corner of the building.”
ZTE FTTR solution is easily scalable to accommodate increasing data demands. With the establishment of its youth group as well as the increasing number of volunteers each year, Gramatneusiedl fire station needs technology that can evolve with the demanding needs. Meanwhile, as technology evolves, the fire department might want to adopt some advanced systems such as IoT devices and real-time video monitoring. The fiber-optic connections can support these requirements without compromising performance, ensuring that fire stations are equipped with a future-proof infrastructure and will remain capable of meeting these demands without the need for frequent upgrades or replacements.
The collaboration between Gramatneusiedl Fire department and ZTE Austria signifies a commitment to innovation, connectivity, and the pursuit of excellence in smart infrastructure development. The fire department provides firefighting services to its people which can be sometimes life threatening for emergency responders. ZTE recognizes the transformative impact the firefighters have on the community and is embracing the opportunity to give back to the people who serve as the first responders. ZTE, a global leader in telecommunications and information technology, brings its expertise in FTTR technology to the forefront of this collaboration, contributing to the development of a solution that sets new industry benchmarks.
ABOUT Gramatneusiedl Fire Department:
The Volunteer Fire Department in Gramatneusiedl was founded 130 years ago, in 1894. It has been committed to ensuring the safety of the population during accidents, fires, and disasters. The first fire station was built in 1908 near the current parking lot of the Volksbank in Gramatneusiedl while in 1983, a new building was acquired and renovated. Due to aging infrastructure and increased demands from over 110 members and the establishment of the fire department youth group in 2005, a new building became necessary. The relocation to the new fire station was completed on March 23, 2024, with the official opening ceremony scheduled for May 4, 2024.
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ZTE helps to connect the world with continuous innovation for a better future. The company provides innovative technologies and integrated solutions, its portfolio spans all series of wireless, wireline, devices, and professional telecommunications services. Serving over a quarter of the global population, ZTE is dedicated to creating a digital and intelligent ecosystem enabling connectivity and trust everywhere. ZTE is listed on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. www.zte.com.cn/global
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