Motorola R2 Solution Techs the Boxes for UTC Leeds
30/11/2025
After struggling with the use of licence-free radios, UTC Leeds, a technology college in West Yorkshire, got in touch with Eemits Communications for a recommendation regarding the use of licencsed two-way radios.
The Challenge: Communication Dead Zones
UTC Leeds, a leading college specializing in engineering and high-tech manufacturing, relies heavily on instant communication to manage campus safety, student movement, and facilities.
The college had been utilising licence-free (PMR446) radios, but the system was failing to meet the demands of a modern educational environment. Staff faced two critical issues:
- Poor coverage - the licence-free devices struggled to penetrate the college's robust building structures, leading to black spots where coverage signals dropped dramatically.
- Inconsistent performance - interference and low audio quality made clear communication impossible during day-to-day operation and crucial situations
The Solution: A Professional-Grade Upgrade
Eemits Communications conducted a thorough assessment with the customer via the telephone and recommended a transition from consumer-grade hardware to a professional licensed digital solution.
To ensure site coverage and crystal-clear audio, Eemits supplied:
- 20x Motorola R2 radios which are known for their durability and superior range. The R2 also offers noise-cancellation features that can be vital in a busy, noisy education environment
- 1x multi-unit charger to provide speedy, reliable charging for up to six devies at once.
- 1x OFCOM Simple Site licence which ensures communication is licenced and legal - with the entire site covered under the licence. Using licenced radios also means UTC can use devices that are 8x more powerful than the 446 units they were previously using.
The Result: Reliable Connectivity
The upgrade has transformed how UTC Leeds operates on a daily basis. By moving to the Motorola R2 platform, the college has achieved:
- Total site coverage without any black spots
- Enhanced safety with greater safeguarding and reduced emergency response time
- Enhanced efficiency with less unncessary face-to-face interactions and greater ease of use with the addition of a multi-unit charger and dedicated OFCOM licence
Contact Eemits Today
We specialise in two-way radio solutions for the education sector. If you'd like us to help you achieve site-wide coverage, then contact us today.
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