Imagine you’re responsible for public safety at a busy hospital, sprawling college campus, or high-traffic casino. You need a new emergency blue light tower—should be simple enough. But then the quote arrives: $60,000 for one tower. That’s right—sixty grand for a single unit.
This isn’t a one-off case. Facilities across the country are routinely shocked by the cost of upgrading outdated emergency communications systems. But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to be this way. At TS&L, we specialize in smarter, more affordable solutions that protect your people and your budget.
While a brand-new tower might have a sticker price of $15,000–$20,000, the actual cost can skyrocket due to:
These hidden costs can quickly turn a $20K upgrade into a $60K mistake.
Before tearing out your current towers, ask yourself:
If yes, retrofitting is likely your best move.
Retrofitting replaces only the internal electronics—the “brains” of the tower—while keeping the structure. It’s faster, more affordable, and far less disruptive than a full replacement.
At TS&L, we help clients retrofit existing towers for under $5,000 per unit—a fraction of full replacement costs. Key benefits include:
Letting aging towers remain in place can be dangerous:
Modern towers are built for reliability, featuring:
Platforms like the Knightscope Emergency Management System (KEMS) automate reliability with Verizon Frontline providing priority emergency access—even during network congestion.
Modern towers don’t just help during emergencies—they help prevent them:
Unlike smartphones, towers offer instant location accuracy and reliability under stress.
TS&L makes it easy to modernize:
Emergencies are unpredictable—but your preparedness shouldn’t be. Ignoring outdated equipment risks lives, lawsuits, and financial damage. Don’t let one failed tower become a $60K problem.
Retrofitting is faster, smarter, and safer.
Let TS&L help you modernize your emergency communication systems—without overspending.
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Enhancing safety on college campuses and in hospitals is more important than ever. Blue light emergency towers offer quick access to emergency help, deter crime, and provide peace of mind for students, staff, and visitors. These towers are ADA-compliant, solar-powered, and ideal for high-traffic, isolated areas like parking lots and walkways. Hospitals and universities—like Vanderbilt University, which recently upgraded its system—are investing in these towers to protect their communities. Want to improve your safety infrastructure? Let’s talk.
Ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors on a college campus is a top priority for educational institutions across the nation. One crucial aspect of campus safety that often goes unnoticed but plays a significant role is the installation of Emergency Blue Light Towers
