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As the UK design and manufacturing division for the Hosiden Corporation, we design, develop and manufacture acoustic, electronic, mechanical and OEM products for the fire, mobile accessory and telecommunications markets throughout the world. With our technical expertise and manufacturing support, we are able to offer complete turnkey solutions, providing full services from concept through to production.
We have more than 50 years in the industry, starting out manufacturing earpieces for the NHS in 1957. Through the years we have expanded our expertise and product portfolio. We were acquired by Hosiden Corporation in 1990, becoming Hosiden Besson Ltd (HBL).
Today we offer full concept through distribution service as well as research and development for acoustics and electronics, including injection moulding and component assembly as well as manufacturing and distribution.
With automated assembly and a highly skilled workforce in both the UK and central Europe, we are committed to continual improvement and quality as key elements of our competitive success. We have held ISO accreditation since 1986, and we are fully ISO:2000 accredited. Our manufacturing processes are in compliance with the requirements of ANQP for the automotive industry and we are currently working to further expand our accreditation to ISO TS1649.
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The Banshee Multi-Tone Sounder combines robust security and safety features with acoustic excellence and aesthetically pleasing design.
Available with two choices of weatherproof rating, IP45 or the deep base IP66 option, the Banshee Multi-Tone Sounder is CPD, VdS, LPC and EN54-3 compliant. It features easy installation with lockable bayonet push and twist mounting, robust 2.5 mm "two-in two-out" terminals, extremely low consumption of current and continuous override and dual signalling.
The Banshee Multi-Tone Sounder is available in white, grey and red, and has three controllable volume levels with 32 user-selectable tones. Available accessories include a mains pack and brackets for flush mounting or flashing lights.
The unique eye-catching design, reliability and acoustic quality of the Banshee Multi-Tone Sounder combine to meet the needs of the architect, the installer and the end user.
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The extremely efficient LED Flashtone Multi-Tone Sounder / Beacon adds state-of-the-art LED technology to the modern design and features of the Banshee Multi-Tone Sounder. With a flash rate of 1 per second, the result is a combined Sounder / LED Beacon solution suitable for the majority of
fire and security situations that require a visual alarm backup to conventional audio alarms.
The Flashtone, constructed of flame-retardant polymer, is available in a range of lens and body colours. There are 32 user-selectable tones and three volume levels.
With its simple bayonet push and twist fitting, the Flashtone can use either of the IP45 or IP66 mounting bases of the Banshee. A wide operating temperature range of -25 to +70C enables the Flashtone used in a wide variety of environments.
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Our ultra efficient yet stylish FlashDome LED Beacon, meeting the requirements of EN54-23, is ideal for use in high-noise environments or locations using emergency alerts for hearing-impaired persons.
Its
sleek, aesthetic conical shape complements our Banshee range, and the
FlashDome can use either the Banshee’s IP45 shallow base or IP66 deep
base bayonet mounting.
The
FlashDome features an optically efficient polycarbonate-housed lens with a
very low current consumption of approximately 4 mA, with an operating
voltage range of 9 - 30V. It has a flash rate of 1 Hz and typical
flash duration of 35 milliseconds.
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Intrinsically Safe ATEX and IEC Ex certified version of the FlashDome LED
Beacon is also available for use in hazardous areas.
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Our versatile Bleeptone rocking armature capsule range is used in a wide variety of applications including medical and military. We have been manufacturing Bleeptones for more than 40 years. During that time they have proven themselves to be a rugged, dependable component for any
application requiring a panel mounted small sounder.
Our Bleeptones equipped with a horn that increases audio output. Easy to mount, they use solid state circuitry that is both economical and reliable, and are fitted with terminations to suit the specific
application’s requirements for connection.
The range includes the multi-voltage MiniBleeptone 525, which features low current consumption, full polarity reversal protection and self-contained panel mounting.
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The IS28 MK4 Banshee Audible Warning Device is the industry standard for hazardous environment sounders.
Available in both low and high frequency versions, each traditional high-profile Banshee is fitted with an adjustable volume control of approximately 15dBA and offers a choice of four selectable sounds: Continuous, Slow Sweep, Fast Sweep and Buzz.
The IS28 MK4 is IP66 rated and ATEX and IECEx Approved with a T5 temperature rating (+70C). Typical current consumption when run from 24VDC via a 300 ohm 28 volt barrier is 10 mA for the low frequency unit and 18 mA for the high frequency unit.
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Our range of Bedroom Sounders are designed to meet the requirements of BS5839 Part 1 with attractive, unobtrusive units suitable for hotels, residential units and other locations where aesthetics are important.
Two types of Bedroom Sounders are available: Flush Mount, in choice of red or white flame retardant ABS, and Surface Mount, in high impact white ABS. The Flush Mount Bedroom Sounder is CPD and EN54-3:2001 approved.
The units offer low current consumption and jumper-selected dual sound options as well as terminal connectors robust enough to accommodate up to 2.5 mm conductors.
Designed with reliability and quality uppermost in mind, the Hosiden Besson Bedroom Sounders complement our wide selection of electronic fire and security warning devices.
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We have comprehensive expertise in providing mobile phone accessory ranges.
We have designed and manufactured Hand-free Speakers used by many OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and now commercial equivalents of many speakers used in OEM Carkits are available with terminals and cables suitable for most applications.
The speaker shapes used by OEMs are bow-front, traditional and ball types. Some of the available types include Siemens, Nokia, Motorola and Ericsson.
We apply our acoustic expertise and in-house facilities to continue to design and develop products such as these for volume production. Our talented teams would be pleased to meet your design specifications.
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Achieving the best sound performance in vehicles requires noise measurement and analysis to determine optimum locations for speakers and built-in microphones. We perform tests including frequency response measurement, noise cancellation and sensitivity as we work with our customers to get the best in-car sound from speakers as well as microphones.
Our automotive experience includes:
- Bespoke handsfree microphones that can be especially designed for optimum performance while fitting inconspicuously within the interior trim
- Bluetooth and conventional headsets
- Speakers
- LED lighting
- Mobile phone car kits for OEM customers such as Alcatel, Kyocera, Sony and Siemens
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We are the world's foremost specialist designer, manufacturer and supplier of rocking armature transducers, the two major types of which are microphones and receivers.
Rocking armatures provide sensitive, efficient and lightweight capsules that are rugged and highly reliable. Their applications include aviation headsets, telephone handsets and diving helmets among many others. We offer exclusive specialist design services covering all types of applications for rocking armature technology, including military and commercial equipment used throughout the world.
There are numerous design options available, including weather-proof, anodised or sealed. A range of terminations include locknuts for ring or spade terminals and tags for soldering or slide terminals.
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We offer a range of Tone & Probe cable tracing solutions that includes the first in the field using digital technology. Working even in noisy electrical environments, this new technology will dramatically reduce the amount of time spent on identifying cable pairs.
Our Digital and Digital Weatherproof models feature line polarity and low
battery indicator, and has the ability to track cables inside walls.
Our
Analogue and Digital models feature 5 sensitivity settings, audio and
visual test signal indications, conductive plastic tip, RJ11 plug and
crocodile clip, headset socket, wrist lanyard and carry case. They can
last up to 100 hours on a PP3 9-volt alkaline battery.
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Our test telephones offer engineers a convenient and durable tool for the easy installation and maintenance of telephone lines at customers' premises or exchanges. The commercially available Test Telephone 290, designed to meet stringent British Telecom requirements, utilises state-of-the-art
technology in analogue telephone test equipment.
The features of the Test Telephone 290 include:
- Two operation modes: Monitor and TX
- Memory storage for 10 numbers of up to 24 digits each
- Last number redial up to 24 digits
- Push-button keypad with DTMF dialling and loop disconnect
- Time break and earth recall
- Line polarity indicator
- Microphone mute
- High impedance monitoring to prevent data corruption
- High line current operation (up to 150 mA)
- Resistance to "raw" 50 V supply
- Durable high impact polypropylene construction for water resistant all-environment operation
The Test Telephone 290 meets these standards: BS6301, BS6305 and BS6317
BT Specifications S1626 and LN520
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We offer design, development and manufacture of Video, Broadband and Audio Transmission equipment, backed by years of expertise in producing OEM Exchange-based Transmission products.
We manufacture a range of cabinet mounted and exchange based TAMS Broadband Switches for major networks such as Jersey Telecom, France Telecom and BT.
We also manufacture bespoke customer-designed audio, video and data monitoring equipment which is mainly used for checking television transmission integrity.
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An example of our expertise in producing hearing products was the development of a rechargeable R/F Receiver and Transmitter as part of a range of products for one of our OEM customers, Conversor Ltd.
As experts in the design, developing and manufacture of electronic equipment, we can provide one-off items as well as large runs of components that form part of a wide product range.
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We have been designing and manufacturing OEM mobile phone car kits for more than 15 years. Our customers include major manufacturers such as Sony, Alcatel, Siemens and Trium.
The available technology includes amplified, directional and omni-directional as well as RFI decoupling, GSM noise rejection filters, anti-vibration mountings and noise and wind shielding. A wide choice of terminations and cables are available.
Our in-house development team can design and develop a hands-free kit to meet the specifications of any OEM requirement.
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We can design and build specialist speakers for a wide range of market sectors including mobile phone, buildings and land mobile. For example, we manufactured the powerful Sound "Pebble" Mobile Phone Speaker, which plugs into a mobile phone headset socket to enable the user to share
music with others.
Our team can design, develop and manufacture specialist speakers to suit any application and requirement.
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We have developed and produced Remote Controls for a number of customers for products such as televisions and audio equipment. Our team has the knowledge and expertise to meet your product specifications and requirements while exceeding your expectations.
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| Detailed Information |
Established: 1957
Exporters: No
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Parent Company: Hosiden Corporation
ISO Compliance: RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
UKAS Member
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| Brand & Trade Names |
- Banshee ™Multi-Tone Sounder - Designed to replicate the performance of the existing Banshee and Bedlam sounders by building on the acoustic features and combining the two products into a single, 32 tone, fully compatible conventional sounder.
- Banshee™Electronic Sounder - Electronic Sounder and Test Telephone
- Bedlam - Telecom Tone Caller. Loud Tonecaller. The line powered high output unit has been designed for installation in large offices or factory areas with high ambient noise levels, and replaces the traditional mains voltage bell.
- Bedroom Sounders - The Hosiden Besson Bedroom Sounders complement the range of electronic warning devices that currently serve the fire market.
- Bleeptone - The Bleeptone range of products is rugged and reliable rocking armature products designed with easy mounting accessories.
- Broadband Switches - We produce a range of exchange based and cabinet mounted TAMS for various customers such as BT, France Telecom, Jersey Telecom and other major network operators.
- Customised 28A - Handset and Cradle Kit. Handset moulding produced from a flame retardant, Polycarbonate / ABS blend. Cradle designed specifically for use only with 28A Handset.
- Cybertone - The well-established Cybertone Range provides a choice of three or four sounds easily selectable to give audibility in varying ambient noise conditions.
- Digital Tone and Probe Range - Hosiden Besson Ltd have a range of pair identification tracers, utilising digital or analogue signaling. This dramatically reduces the time taken to identify twisted wire pairs in cabling networks.
- FlashDome LED Beacon - FlashDome is an ultra efficient LED Beacon ideal for use in all environments where style and performance are of paramount importance.The I. S. FlashDome is an Intrinsically Safe signalling beacon for use as a fire, security or other incident alert within a hazardous area.
- FlashtoneMT - The Flashtone Multi-Tone Sounder combines the modern traits of the BansheeMT multi-tone sounder with the very latest strobe technology to create an extremely efficient Xenon Beacon/sounder combination.
- IS28 MK4 - The IS28 MK4 is the industry standard for sounders used in hazardous environments.This traditional high profile Banshee™ is available in both high and low frequency versions, each with four sounds: Buzz, fast sweep, slow sweep and continuous. Each model is fitted with a volume control.
- LED Flashtone - Available in a range of colours, the LED Flashtone will suit the majority of fire and security needs where conventional sound requires the backup of a visual alarm.
- Teletone - Telecom Tone Caller
- Test Telephone 290 - Representing the latest advances in analogue telephone test equipment, including a 10-number memory store, the 290 offers two modes of operation and TX with built-in ringer for call indication.
- TriTone Multi-Tone Sounder - TriTone is a new efficient low current, high output piezo sounder with a distinctive conical shape offered by Hosiden Besson to address the low cost marker sector.
- Video & Audio Transmission - Hosiden Besson produce a range of customer designed video, audio and data monitoring equipment which are used primarily for checking the integrity of TV transmissions.
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| Primary Market Areas |
- Aerospace & Defence
- Architecture, Building & Construction
- Computing & Communications
- Controls & Instrumentation
- Design & Development
- Electronics & Electrical
- Engineering & Automotive
- Fire, Safety & Security
- Manufacturing & Stockholding
- Oil & Gas
- Plant & Machinery
- Rubber & Plastics
- Test & Measurement
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