POTS in a BOX: The Best Landline Replacement for your Elevator Emergency Phone Line
Replacing costly elevator emergency phone landlines with PairDial offers a cost-effective, reliable, and compliant solution. Here’s how PairDial optimizes elevator communication based on available information:
Why Replace Landlines with PairDial (POTS in a BOX)?
Cost Savings: Traditional landlines (POTS) are becoming expensive as telecom providers phase them out, with rising maintenance costs due to aging copper infrastructure. PairDial’s digital solution eliminates these costs, offering significant savings (up to 60% in some cases) on monthly fees compared to landlines. Customers can expect to save around 35% or more by switching to cellular-based solutions like PairDial.
Reliability in Emergencies: PairDial uses a wireless network with dual SIM technology for redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted communication even during power outages or natural disasters. It includes an 8-hour battery backup, exceeding the ASME A17.1 requirement of 4 hours, making it more dependable than landlines, which are prone to disruptions.
Regulatory Compliance: PairDial is designed to meet stringent codes (UL, NFPA 72, ASME A17.1B) for elevator emergency phones, ensuring compliance with ADA and fire safety regulations. It supports caller location identification and hands-free operation, critical for emergency communication.
Simplified Installation: PairDial offers a turnkey solution with straightforward self-installation or professional nationwide support, reducing setup costs and complexity compared to rewiring for VoIP or replacing entire elevator systems.
Key Features of PairDial
PairDial mimics traditional POTS lines (PSTN landline) using modern digital technology, seamlessly integrating with existing elevator phones, fire alarms, and other legacy devices without requiring equipment replacement.
It operates on an MFVN-compliant network, avoiding public internet vulnerabilities, which is critical for sensitive systems like elevator phones.
And PairDial is an All-in-One Solution that includes hardware, software, remote management, and cloud telephony in a single monthly bill, streamlining operations and reducing the need for multiple providers.
Compatibility: Works with existing analog equipment, eliminating the need for costly hardware upgrades.
Comparison with Alternatives
Landlines are expensive and unreliable during outages; telecom providers are phasing them out, with no FCC mandate to maintain them. The days of landline telephone service will soon be gone (if not already gone).
And while cost-effective, VoIP relies on internet connectivity, which can fail during emergencies, and may expose building networks to security risks and ownership to liabilities. And, VoIP services often require third-party access to networks, which IT teams may oppose. PairDial is different.
Life-safety compliant.
Built with the applicable guidelines of UL, NFPA 72, and ASME A17.1B in mind. This turnkey solution is fully certified and compliant for emergency critical applications. An MFVN-compliant network ensures traffic never traverses the public Internet.
PairDial provides critical phone service to life-safety phones, elevator phones, fire and building alarms, pool emergency phones, and building entry systems, designed with applicable compliance guidelines in mind.
- NFPA 72
- ASME A17.1B
- UL 62368-1
- UL 2054
- UL 864
- UN 38.3
- Payment Card Industry (PCI)
- California Fire Marshal
- Federal Communications Commission
Cost Optimization Strategies
Switch to PairDial Early
Transition before landline costs escalate further or service is discontinued. PairDial’s single bill covers all components, avoiding unexpected maintenance fees. AT&T, CenturyLink, Frontier and many others are phasing out landlines.
Leverage Compatibility
Use PairDial with existing phones to avoid replacement costs. Our gateways can often utilize current wiring, minimizing installation expenses.
PairDial’s all-inclusive package reduces administrative overhead by consolidating hardware, service, and support. Inquire about discounts for long-term contracts or multiple lines.
Ensure Compliance to Avoid Fines
Non-compliant systems can lead to failed inspections or fines (e.g., for nuisance 911 calls). PairDial’s code-compliant design prevents these costs.
Not all cellular dialers meet elevator-specific codes (e.g., 4-hour battery backup, phone line verification). PairDial’s FirstNet-capable option with Internet and LTE redundancy built-in ensures priority access for first responders, enhancing reliability.
Implementation Steps
- Request a Quote: Contact PairDial for a tailored assessment and get pricing at https://phonewire.com/quote
- Choose Installation Option: Opt for self-installation to save costs or professional installation for complex setups.
- Test and Monitor: Ensure the system is tested for compliance (e.g., hands-free operation, caller ID, line verification) and integrate with a 24/7 monitoring service to avoid liability.
Cost-effective, all-inclusive pricing.
Replacing copper lines today can reduce your monthly phone bill as much as 60%. Consolidating your plain old telephone service needs with Phonewire means you get one bill, with one flat rate and zero surprises. We offer flexible pricing models to suit your unique emergency & alarm dialer landline POTS replacement needs.
We’ve got you covered from assessment to on-site professional installation and support with one turnkey solution. Get everything you need including hardware, software, remote device management, and cloud telephony on a single monthly bill.
