Legal Law

Two-Way FRS Radios for Business

The purpose of this article is to discuss the use of FRS two-way radios in a business environment. I will offer some pros and cons of using FRS walkie talkies in your business and clear up any legality issues. Two-way radios are commonly used by companies and FRS two-way radios are used frequently.

Please allow us the freedom to provide a little background before we begin in case you are new to the world of two-way radio. The FCC assigns the frequency ranges used by two-way radios. In fact, all devices that emit radio frequencies are governed by the FCC and the products are “accepted type” by the FCC for legal use. For two-way radios, FRS, GMRS, Commercial, and Public Safety are some of the available frequency bands.

FRS which stands for Family Radio Service. For many years, it was a source of debate about whether it was illegal for companies to operate FRS two-way radios in their businesses. A rule change in 2017 ended the debate and specifically allows companies to legally use FRS two-way radios. If you have been told that it is illegal to use FRS two-way radios in your business, school, or place of worship, you have been given wrong information.

Benefits of FRS Two-Way Radios for Your Business

FRS two-way radios are affordable, allowing you to buy more two-way radios within budget. One of the key benefits of using two-way radios is increased productivity, so having more walkie talkies is a good thing. FRS two-way radios allow you to expand your fleet quickly and affordably. That more employees can communicate immediately is useful for most companies.

FRS two-way radios are easy to find. You will find many offers online for FRS two-way radios. You will also find FRS walkie talkies available at Big Box Retailers. The major manufacturers of FRS walkie talkies include: Motorola, Midland, Uniden, and Cobra among others, and they are all compatible across all brands.

You will find FRS walkie talkies inexpensive to replace when lost or broken. The cost of two-way radios increases due to their durability, the quality of the battery, and the quality of the components. You shouldn’t expect a $ 20 two-way radio to sound as good, last as long, or perform as well as a $ 150 commercial-grade two-way radio.

Disadvantages of FRS two-way radios

FRS two-way radios are inexpensive, which generally means they are not built with high-quality components. FRS two-way radios find it difficult to withstand the daily vigor of a business environment. You will see the Push to Talk button wear out and the radios have a hard time bouncing off concrete. FRS two-way radios cannot be repaired.

There are millions of FRS two-way radios in use. You will experience interference problems from neighborhood kids and other businesses using the same frequencies. Finding a silent channel can be a difficult task. Motorola has created some special features on its more expensive models to make finding a private channel easier.

Frequent model changes can be frustrating for companies using FRS two-way radios. Most models are available for 2 years or less, making it difficult to find identical replacement parts and walkie talkies. I do not recommend buying FRS on a capital budget because the life expectancy of an FRS two-way radio in a business environment is less than 6 months.

Should your business use FRS two-way radios?

I think your organization should use two-way radios. I know you will benefit from the added productivity, saved steps, and better overall communication. Your installation will be more secure and your team will appreciate the time saved by using walkie talkies. If you only have a budget to buy FRS two-way radios, buy them. Inland manufactures an enterprise grade FRS two-way radio. I have seen good results with customers using these commercial FRS walkie talkies, but I hope they will eventually upgrade to more expensive two-way radios.

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