External Use Hoods
Ideal for outside factories, office and other public buildings, our collection of highly secure external telephone enclosures and cabinets can be mounted on walls or posts and are suitable for use with emergency handsets. External telephone hoods are critical in industrial environments, especially in settings like offshore oil rigs where communication clarity is paramount.
Proven Designs
Many industries across the UK and internationally trust us to provide all-weather, robust telephone hoods, outdoor phone enclosures and phone kiosks for public spaces and private areas where payphones are used. Our range of GRP telephone booths are made to withstand heavy amounts of wear and tear and come in a range of materials to suit every environment, providing protection and privacy to users. Their design is tailored to meet the demanding requirements of offshore installations, providing a reliable solution for maintaining effective communication in challenging industrial settings
All environments
Our clients include offshore oil rigs, prisons, shopping malls, and the hospitality sector. Ideal for factories, office and other public buildings, our collection of highly secure external telephone enclosures and cabinets can be mounted on walls or posts and are suitable for use with emergency handsets. External telephone hoods are critical in industrial environments, especially in settings like offshore oil rigs where communication clarity is paramount.
Protection for user & critical equipment
These acoustic hoods, often designed as booths, provide significant noise reduction, ensuring that users can have clear conversations despite the surrounding industrial noise.Built to withstand the harsh conditions typical of marine environments, these hoods are weatherproof and robust, making them ideal for use in external locations exposed to the elements.
Common Applications of Telephone Enclosures for External Use
Public Communication: In areas like streets, train stations, airports, or bus terminals, telephone enclosures serve as the housing for public payphones or emergency phones. These enclosures are designed for high durability, as they are exposed to all weather conditions and frequent public use.
Emergency Calls: Public telephone enclosures often house emergency phones, allowing people to call emergency services when needed. These phones are typically direct-dial, ensuring that the user can quickly reach the appropriate authorities
Worksite Communication: In industrial environments, such as factories, construction sites, or mining operations, telephone enclosures provide a safe place for communication in areas where loud machinery or hazardous environments might otherwise make communication difficult. These enclosures help protect the equipment from dust, chemicals, and physical damage while providing an easy way for workers to stay in contact with supervisors or emergency responders.
Emergency Access: In industrial facilities, telephone enclosures often house emergency communication systems that workers can use to call for help in the event of accidents, machinery malfunctions, or hazardous material spills
Transportation Hubs: Telephone enclosures in airports, train stations, subway systems, or bus stations allow passengers and workers to make emergency calls or contact transportation authorities. These enclosures are typically designed to handle high traffic and exposure to the elements while ensuring that emergency communication systems are always functional
Highways and Rest Areas: Along highways or at rest areas, telephone enclosures provide a means for stranded travelers or roadside workers to communicate with emergency services, tow trucks, or roadside assistance. These enclosures are often placed in areas where phone signal coverage might be weak or unavailable.
Defense and Security: Outdoor telephone enclosures are used in military bases, security checkpoints, and surveillance sites to allow secure communication for personnel working in remote or high-security locations. These enclosures must be designed to withstand physical and environmental threats while ensuring that communication can continue without interruption
Tactical Use: For military use, telephone enclosures may be installed in tactical environments like bunkers, guard posts, or watch towers to provide clear communication between soldiers or officers and command centers. These enclosures may be designed for easy mobility or deployment in changing field conditions.
Fire Departments and Police Stations: Emergency services may use outdoor telephone enclosures to house public access phones for people to report fires, accidents, or crimes. These phones may also allow direct communication with emergency response teams to improve response time in critical situations.
Remote Locations: Telephone enclosures are used in remote or isolated locations, such as mountain passes, rural areas, or national parks, to provide visitors or staff with a way to communicate with emergency services in case of accidents, weather events, or other urgent needs.
SUMMARY
Telephone enclosures for external use are essential for providing reliable, secure communication in outdoor or exposed environments. These enclosures protect telecommunication equipment from the elements, vandalism, and unauthorized access while ensuring that users can easily access the phone in emergency situations or for general communication needs.
By incorporating weatherproofing, durability, accessibility features, and security, these enclosures are used in a wide variety of applications, including public spaces, industrial sites, transportation hubs, and emergency response areas. With the right features, they help ensure that outdoor communication systems remain operational, secure, and user-friendly.
