Control Room Solutions
Elkome delivers tailored solutions for all types of control room environments, regardless of industry. Through customer-specific design and the latest technologies, we create secure and reliable control room solutions for industrial operations, security applications and critical infrastructure.
Leading technology from the world’s top manufacturers
Our control room solutions are based on AV technologies from the world’s leading manufacturers. Critical environments require highly reliable and robust system solutions. Our solutions also meet the cybersecurity requirements of different industries.
Control rooms designed and implemented for individual needs
We design and implement control room solutions tailored to each customer’s specific requirements. We also provide comprehensive services to ensure a long system lifecycle and efficient operation. Elkome’s expertise and decades of experience help ensure a successful control room solution.
Real-time situational awareness and faster response to incidents
A video wall brings images and data from multiple systems together into a single real-time view. The large display surface makes it possible to monitor both the overall situation and important details simultaneously, without constantly searching for information. When everyone in the control room has access to the same information at the same time, collaboration and decision-making become more effective.
In exceptional situations, the video wall can automatically switch to show the most relevant information and images from the operator’s perspective. Operators can immediately see what has happened and where, assess the impact of the situation and respond more quickly. This helps speed up response times and direct actions to the right place.
Clarity and efficiency
in system control
Control room work often involves managing several displays and systems. When all systems can be controlled using a single keyboard and mouse, the workstation stays tidy and operation becomes smoother. The operator does not need to search for the correct control device or change position when moving from one task to another. This saves time and helps maintain focus on the situation at hand.
With KVM solutions, the cursor can move seamlessly from one display to another as if working on a single large desktop. The operator can, for example, monitor the situation in one system and immediately carry out the required actions in another. The systems displayed and controlled can be changed according to the situation, giving the operator quick access to the information needed for the current control room view.
Sound – Alert or distraction?
Sound complements the visual information on the video wall and helps operators respond more quickly to incidents. An alarm draws attention to an important event even when the operator is focused on another screen. Audio from the monitored environment can also reveal things that are not visible. Together, visual and audio information provide a more complete situational picture and support faster response.
Workstation-specific audio design ensures that each operator hears the alarms and messages relevant to their tasks clearly. Sound is directed where it is needed, helping to keep overall noise levels under control. Operators stay aware of their own situation while still being able to communicate easily with others working in the control room.
Ergonomics and efficiency at work
Control room operators often spend long periods working in front of multiple displays, making workstation ergonomics an important factor in maintaining performance and well-being. A good working posture and the ability to change position reduce physical strain and support comfort throughout the shift. When the workstation remains comfortable even during long working hours, operators can maintain focus and respond more effectively to changing situations.
A well-functioning control room is the result of careful planning that takes working practices, intended use and even the smallest details into account. Professional design ensures that workstations, displays and furniture are positioned to work naturally together. Experience from numerous control room projects brings practical insight into the design process, helping to avoid common challenges. The result is a well-planned environment that supports its users reliably over the long term.