Schmid Telecom - Integrated Voice Communication Systems for Air Traffic Control

Schmid Telecom is a global leader in voice communication systems for air traffic control. With full control of the design and production, Schmid Telecom follows the legendary Swiss reputation for quality. The know-how from over 50 countries and the expertise in global and local technology standards are the foundation of Schmid Telecom's customised solutions and guarantee long-term customer satisfaction worldwide.

A FIELD PROVEN VOICE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

The technical basis of our solution consists of the ICS 200/60 platform, a mature, field-proven voice communication system that meets all the demands of air traffic control.

The major advantages of long-term experience are shown in stable ring architecture, fast networking, an ergonomic user interface, and solutions with simple intallation and maintenance.

STABLE RING ARCHITECTURE

Ring topology for the redundant connection of operator positions produces several advantages to the architecture. The distributed installation decisively reduces size, complexity and vulnerability of the central control unit.

FAST NETWORKING

The ICS 200/60 modules and sub-racks are interconnected via standard multiple 2Mbps E1 networks. Modern VCS networking enables sharing of common radio and telephone connections.

ERGONOMIC USER INTERFACE

The user interface is customised to air traffic controllers' demands, satisfying the highest ergonomic standards. The brightness control buttons on the frame of the touch panel allow a fast adjustment under varying light conditions.

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

Simple installation and low maintenance are guaranteed by the highly modular hardware and its intuitive management system. Users can upgrade their systems or even install entirely new systems themselves. Preventive maintenance is no longer necessary due to software-driven, hot-swappable modules and automated parameter downloads.

THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR EVERY DEPLOYMENT

Based on this successful platform ICS 200/60, Schmid Telecom offers five solution packages that have been tailored to the needs of air traffic control, and designed to cover the whole spectrum of ATC applications. The outstanding modular structure enables the expansion of the system at any time.

ICS SKY - ACC / APP SOLUTION

ICS Sky is the comprehensive ACC/APP solution for large control centres. An extensive voice communication system provides outstanding radio coverage capabilities and state-of-the-art workload management for flexible control of a large flight information region.

ICS TRAFFIC - TWR / APP APPLICATION SOLUTION

The solution for TWR/APP applications with high-performance potential and flexibility, which covers the needs for international airports. It is the ideal system to manage variable traffic volume and capacity.

ICS COMPACT - REGIONAL AIRPORT SYSTEM

ICS Compact is the smart and economic solution for regional airports. Since it is pre-configured and compact, it is easy to install and commission. Smaller, regional airports need to operate at low costs but still with the highest safety standards. ICS Compact is the ideal solution. It can be purchased 'ready-made' and commissioned by the ATC operator with minimum personnel and material effort.

ICS MOBILE - ROBUST AND FLEXIBLE

Mobile applications require robust and flexible installations in shelters. ICS Mobile takes advantage of the outstanding modularity of the ICS 200/60 platform. This allows the system to be easily distributed in different locations, either within a confined, transportable control room or among several mobile shelters.

ICS CONNECT - NETWORKING UPGRADE

The clever networking upgrade for digital communication including all gateway functions between existing VCS and radio stations. Networking of existing and new voice communication systems of different suppliers is becoming more and more important. ICS Connect makes it possible to connect different or legacy VCS infrastructure to a modern digital network.

SCHMID WORLDWIDE

The Schmid ICS solutions are in daily operation in many air traffic control centres around the world. Convinced by the system's high reliability and extremely low lifecycle costs our customers profit from a long-term relationship with Schmid Telecom and an optimal support given by the worldwide network of Schmid Telecom subsidiaries and partners.