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Hytera strengthens foothold in Middle East, set to transform industries operating in high-risk environments
Hytera’s innovative devices are poised to play a pivotal role in enhancing safety and
connectivity standards across high-risk work environments such as fire rescue, oil and
gas, refinery, chemical and mining. Beyond mitigating the operational safety risks in
such situations, these novel technologies also contribute to the Middle East’s economic
growth. For instance, the Middle East accounts for approximately 30 per cent of the
world’s total oil production, housing five of the largest oil fields globally. Hytera’s IS
technologies serve as a significant facilitator for the seamless functioning of the
hazardous workplaces, supporting the industry’s growth given that the sector is one of
the major contributors to the region’s economy.

Capitalising on decades of Hytera’s expertise in IS electronics development, the latest
devices adopt powerful IS circuits, explosion-proof batteries, anti-static technology and
dual antimagnetic mechanisms to minimise the potential risk of explosion caused by
overheating and electronic sparks in highly hazardous environments with explosive gas
and combustible dust. Built with meticulous engineering and innovation, these devices
emphasise safety without compromising on performance, demonstrating Hytera’s
dedication to delivering top-of-line communications solutions tailored for industries in the
region and across the world.

PNC460U Rugged Explosion-proof Smartphone with Push-to-talk

The PNC460U, Hytera’s first UL913-certified ruggedized IS smartphone, is designed to
facilitate instant group communications, i.e. push-to-talk (PTT) calls, mobile office APPs
and data transmission in hazardous environments. It complies with explosion-proof
requirements for use in Class I, II, III, Division 1, Groups C-G and T4 and -20°C to 60°C
(-4°F to 140°F) areas. Sporting a 5-inch HD screen and Android 12 OS, the device
comes with a dedicated PTT key and seamlessly blends smartphone capabilities with
PoC radio functionalities. It works with specialised APPs and dispatch software to
achieve versatile PTT voice calls, video calls, and visualised dispatching.

PT890Ex and HP79XEx Intrinsically Safe Portable Radios

Bolstering Hytera’s Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) offerings are two new entries – the
PT890Ex and HP79XEx. The PT890Ex, a TETRA portable radio, and its counterpart,
the HP79XEx, a DMR variant, are both IECEx certified. Crafted with advanced
explosion-proof materials, the new radios are engineered to withstand intense
temperatures ranging from -25°C to 60°C (-13°F to 140°F) in hazardous environments
without the risk of triggering explosions. Additionally, PT890Ex and HP79XEx utilise
innovative silicone encapsulation technology to guard against threats like liquids and
flammable dust from intruding the circuits. The adoption of multiple circuit protection
mechanisms further enhances safety even with high audio output power of 2 watts.

“The PNC460U marks an important milestone for Hytera to bring push-to-talk
smartphones into the intrinsically safe arena. The crucial position of Dubai as one of the
most technologically advanced cities in the Middle East, as well as the region’s
availability of oil and gas reserves, further adds to the value of the product launch,”
said Stanley Song, Deputy General Manager of Hytera Overseas.

“The PNC460U is set to transform critical communications in hazardous environments
with its LTE capability and compatibility with the whole Hytera ecosystem. Together with
our newest DMR and TETRA intrinsically safe radios, the new range will boost the
safety and efficiency of hazardous industries to the maximum,” he added.

Hytera’s presence at GITEX 2023 exemplifies their dedication to broadening their
partnership horizons across the region.
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