Radio Communication Blog
At Smye-Rumsby, we specialise in professional radio communications and two-way radio hire solutions for businesses across the UK.
Whether you need short-term radio hire, long-term communication systems, or expert technical support, our experienced engineers work with you to deliver a reliable solution tailored to your business needs.
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Win a Hobie Kayak & Lowrance Hook Reveal FishFinder
In partnership with Hobie Kayaks, Lowrance® have announced a fantastic Competition where you can win a Hobie Kayak equipped with a Lowrance Hook Reveal Fishfinder. [video...
Introducing The New Motorola CLR Series
Introducing the new Motorola CLR Series - Small. Versatile. Powerful. The Motorola CLR Series is your essential communication tool built to last all day, every day. Available in both licensed and license-free, there is a radio to suit all organisations. The CLR is the...
How To Choose A Radar For Your Vessel
Radar's are one of the most important pieces of equipment required to keep you safe at sea. A radar is a major navigation aid for vessels - detecting other ships as well as obstacles, weather systems and land masses. Furuno have produced a video discussing the basics...
Motorola Solutions: A History
Motorola Solutions are dedicated to designing and delivering the technologies that businesses and public safety customers refer to as their lifeline. Committed to innovation, Motorola provide mission-critical services backed by secure, resilient land mobile radio...
Attacks See Paramedics Body Cameras Usage Increase
Due to a rise in violent attacks of paramedic staff, paramedics body cameras usage has increased as thousands are to be given body worn cameras says NHS England. The aim is to reduce violence as well as aid the staff in feeling safer. During emergency callouts, there...
Nitro Evolve LTE Handheld
Nitro Evolve LTE Handheld - A rugged LTE device built for enterprise Built for business, the Nitro Evolve LTE Handheld is ready to evolve with your changing network needs. With the familiar user experience of the Android operating system, Evolve will be a seamless...
ICOM IC-M94DE VHF Marine Radio with DSC & AIS
Worlds First Handheld Marine Radio with AIS ReceiverAIS receiver and DSC function add further assurance for safety at sea. The integrated AIS receiver displays vessel traffic information is shown on the screen, while the AIS target call function allows you to easily...
WAVE PTX – Taking Push-To-Talk Further
Push-To-Talk (PTT) communication is no longer reserved for two-way radios. Communications between groups can now include those who rely on smartphones and PDA's as well as two-way radios. Brought to you by Motorola Solutions, WAVE PTX is a network independent service...
Two Way Radio Hire For Events
With a 250% increase in event bookings this year, 2021 is set to be a busy year! High street shops are reopening next month and events allowed back in the summer, the British public are aching to get out and enjoy themselves! However, while the Prime Ministers road...
What You Need To Stay Safe At Sea
Spending the day out on the open water is a great way to destress and escape the world, with thousands of us taking to the water every year. However, without the necessary safety precautions in place, you can open yourself up to a plethora of dangers. On 1 July 2002,...
How do fishfinders work?
In 1948 (the same year Smye-Rumsby started!), a device for detecting fish underwater was developed in Nagasaki, Japan. Kiyotaka and Kiyokata, the Furuno brothers, owned a small marine electrical company in a small port in Japan. One day, an experienced fisherman...
How Wireless Telegraphy Act Changes Affects You
Over the past week or so, we have had calls from clients regarding OFCOM and the Wireless Telegraphy Act changes and whether changes to current equipment are required. Here is an outline directly from OFCOM's website. "This General Notice gives notice that we propose...