Aaron Cohen
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Walt Smart Radio for Data Center Construction
Key Takeaways Two way radios for construction fail on hyperscale data center builds because FCC-licensed channels can't support 60 subcontractors competing for shared spectrum. Walt Smart Radio replaces that architecture…
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What Is a Hyperscaler? And Why Is Everyone Building One Right Now?
Key Takeaways A hyperscaler is a technology company that builds and operates massive data center campuses to deliver cloud computing, AI processing, and storage at global scale. Amazon Web Services,…
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The Data Center Construction Challenges Nobody Talks About
What is data center construction at hyperscale? It's not a larger version of a standard commercial build. Meta's Richland Parish campus in Louisiana peaked at more than 5,000 construction workers…
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The Quick Guide to Walkie Talkie Code Words
Somewhere on your site right now, a critical update is getting buried under chatter, a safety alert is coming through unclear, and a new hire is guessing at what “On…
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Miss the Nextel Chirp? Here’s What It Was, Why It’s Gone, and What Replaced It
If you worked a job site or a plant floor in the early 2000s, you already recognize that sound. Two notes. Beep-beep. Then a voice. Nobody dialed. Nobody waited. You…
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What Happened to Nextel — and What Construction Sites Are Using Instead
Key Takeaways Nextel's Direct Connect feature revolutionized construction communication with its speed and rugged design, but the iDEN network's shutdown left a gap. After Nextel, construction sites often turned to…
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Case Study: Kraft Heinz Transforms Plant Communication with Walt Smart Radio System
Manufacturing | Food Production “Walt’s capabilities make it possible for me to reach onsite team members from specific departments and support functions at the plant with one single chat message.…
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Data Collection in Manufacturing: The 70% Your Sensors Miss
Does your dumb radio capture critical frontline data? Key Takeaways 70% of critical operational communication happens outside formal data systems. Traditional sensors capture machine data but miss worker communication, movement,…
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The Evolution of Push-to-Talk Technology: From Walkie-Talkies to Smart Radios
Key Takeaways Push to talk devices evolved from basic walkie-talkies to advanced communication platforms. Modern PTT includes features like multimedia sharing, real-time translation, and automatic message transcription. Smart radios enhance…
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What is a Duress Alarm? Complete Guide for Industrial Safety
Key Takeaways Duress alarms are safety devices that instantly alert responders when workers face emergencies through manual button presses or automatic detection. Manufacturing environments require specialized man-down detection systems that…
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5 Trends That Reshaped Manufacturing in 2025
Key Takeaways In 2025, manufacturing faced a workforce crisis with nearly 500,000 unfilled jobs, prompting companies to invest more in automation and productivity technologies. AI transitioned from experimental to essential,…
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13 Safety Practices in Manufacturing to Implement Today
Manufacturing facilities are high-risk environments where heavy machinery and fast production cycles leave little room for error. When communication breaks down or hazards go unnoticed, routine tasks turn into safety…