
The Hose-McCann Interior Communications Platform ICP–a state-of-the-art, IP-based communications system that sets a new standard in efficiency and flexibility. ICP seamlessly integrates a range of critical systems, including Public Address (PA), General Alarm (GA), VoIP PBX, EXCOMMs, wireless Damage Control Communications (DCC), CCTV, Intercom, handheld Wireless Radios, and Sound Powered telephones, all under one unified platform.
Built on an Ethernet network, ICP is designed to adapt easily during any phase–whether it’s design, construction, or operation. This dynamic platform provides IP-to-endpoint architecture, enabling multi-channel PA announcements, alarm signals, and wide-band audio capabilities. Its distributed Nodes, network Controllers, and pluggable Endpoints significantly reduce infrastructure and installation costs compared to traditional standalone systems. Like XCP’s XALTA, ICP features ALTA, the IP-based master command center for interior communications.
ALTA is the user terminal that offers seamless access to all available shipboard communications, providing complete integration of your interior and exterior communication needs. This advanced control system ensures that mission-critical communication remains efficient and reliable at every level. Hose-McCann ICP –streamlining communications for a safer, smarter, and more connected future.
HMC-ICP using ALTA
- Distributed end-to-end digital IP based system, integrating Public Address, General Alarm, VOIP, Wireless CCTV, Intercom, SPT and EXCOMMS
- Scalable and Modular Architecture utilizing redundancy throughout the design providing the utmost in fail-safe operations
- ABS Type Approved Marine Ruggedized Commercial and Mil-Spec Systems, Tested to meet the most stringent platform environmental requirements for Temperature, Humidity, Shock, Vibration and EMI
- ALTA, ICP’s master command center, provides seamless communications access including XCP
- Provides total control with zero limitations
- ALTA : Intuitive design. Easy to operate with quick, efficient access to all communications systems
- Fully addressable with real-time systems status

