Communication you can rely on near live traffic and rail
Rail corridors, tunnels, road works and traffic control sites leave no room for missed calls. Crews need clear, instant communication with lookouts, controllers and plant operators, often in noisy environments or where mobile coverage drops out. Radio Industries supplies rugged radios, headsets and coverage solutions for rail, tunnel and traffic management teams.
What rail, tunnel and traffic teams use
Rugged digital handhelds
DMR radios with loud audio, IP67 sealing and long battery life. See handheld radios.
UHF CB radios
Licence-free radios widely used by traffic controllers. See UHF radios.
Hearing protection headsets
Headsets for work near trains, compressors and heavy plant. See headsets.
Vehicle radios
Mobile radios for hi-rail vehicles, traffic utes and support trucks. See vehicle radios.
Repeaters
Extend coverage through cuttings, tunnels and long corridors. See repeaters.
Push-to-talk over cellular
Link crews spread along long sections of track or road. See PoC radios.
Features that matter
Clear audio and noise-cancelling microphones beside live traffic
Lone worker and man down alerts for staff working alone
Emergency buttons for priority calls
Hi-vis friendly accessories, like speaker microphones and earpieces
Batteries that last a full shift, including night works
Coverage in tunnels and corridors
Tunnels and deep cuttings block radio signals. Our system design team can advise on repeaters and channel plans to keep crews connected along the job.
Supply and support
We program radios before dispatch, supply spares and accessories, and service and repair equipment. We supply rail, tunnel and traffic customers in every state. Contact us for availability, lead times or a suitable alternative.
Tunnel, Rail & Traffic Control Two-Way Radios FAQs
Which radios do traffic controllers use?
Many traffic control crews use UHF CB radios, which are licence free. Larger contractors often move to commercial radios on a private channel for clearer, interruption-free communication.
How do we keep radios working in a tunnel?
Tunnels block signals, so coverage usually needs a repeater or a dedicated in-tunnel system. Tell us about the site and we will advise on the options.
Do you supply headsets for noisy rail environments?
Yes. We supply 3M PELTOR and Sensear headsets that protect hearing and connect to radios. See headsets.
Can radios alert a supervisor if a worker gets into trouble?
Yes. Many digital radios support lone worker and man down alerts that send an emergency signal automatically.
Can you program radios to our existing channels?
Yes. Send us your channel details and we will program radios to match your existing fleet. Call 1300 266 682.