Irving, TX – July 29, 2026 – EF Johnson Technologies, Inc., a JVCKENWOOD company, will showcase an integrated portfolio of mission-critical communication solutions at APCO 2026, taking place August 2-5 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

This year’s exhibit will focus on helping public safety agencies extend operational communications beyond the boundaries of traditional land mobile radio (LMR) coverage. Through the integration of proven P25 technology and broadband push-to-talk capabilities, EFJohnson provides first responders with additional options for staying connected inside buildings, beyond system coverage areas and across diverse networks and devices.
 

“Reliable communication is a lifeline for first responders, regardless of where an incident takes them,” said Duane Anderson, President and CEO of EFJohnson. “Our solutions bring LMR and broadband technologies together to help agencies address coverage challenges, improve interoperability and keep personnel connected when the mission moves beyond the reach of a traditional radio system.”

Extending the Reach of Mission-Critical Communications

At the center of the APCO 2026 exhibit will be Viking® Connect powered by ESChat®, which extends push-to-talk communications over broadband networks. Integrated with the KENWOOD Viking 8000 Series radio platform, Viking Connect gives public safety personnel greater flexibility to communicate across LMR and broadband environments while maintaining a familiar operational experience.

The Viking Connect Gateway further expands this capability by bridging broadband users with existing LMR systems. The gateway provides agencies with a streamlined way to connect users across networks, support broader operational coverage and enhance coordination among field personnel, dispatch centers and mutual-aid partners.
 

Together, Viking Connect and Viking Connect Gateway help agencies supplement the reliability of LMR with the reach and flexibility of broadband, to support communications in locations where radio coverage may be limited, including large buildings, underground areas, and operations that extend beyond an agency’s established system footprint.


A Complete Communications Portfolio

APCO attendees will also have the opportunity to explore additional EFJohnson mission-critical solutions, including:

  • KENWOOD Viking 8000 Series subscribers — Multi-band, multi-protocol portable and mobile radios engineered to support interoperability across agencies, jurisdictions and communication environments.
  • KENWOOD ATLAS® P25 Systems — Scalable P25 infrastructure built on a distributed architecture that supports system resiliency, operational flexibility and agency control.
  • KENWOOD KAIROS Systems — Flexible, P25 / DMR standards-based infrastructure solutions designed to support reliable communications across a range of operational requirements.

By bringing together subscriber radios, P25 infrastructure, broadband connectivity and integrated gateway capabilities, EFJohnson enables agencies to build communication environments around their operational needs rather than the limitations of a single network or technology.

See Mission Critical Connectivity in Action

APCO 2026 attendees are invited to meet with EFJohnson product experts and experience live demonstrations of solutions designed to extend coverage, strengthen interoperability and support the evolving communication needs of first responders.

Book a demo or meeting online, or contact the EFJohnson Marketing Communications team at marcom@efji.com to request a private meeting focused on your agency’s communication needs.
 

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About EF Johnson Technologies, Inc.

EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. (EFJohnson) is an independent subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation. Based in Irving, Texas, EFJohnson focuses on innovating, developing, and marketing the highest quality secure communications solutions to organizations whose mission is to protect and save lives. The Company's customers include first responders in public safety and public service, the federal government, and industrial organizations. The Company's products are marketed under the KENWOOD brand. For more information, visit www.efjohnson.com.

About JVCKENWOOD Corporation

JVCKENWOOD is a global manufacturer specializing in Automotive and Professional System Solutions. It was reborn as one company in October 2011 through the merger of Victor Company of Japan, Limited (JVC) and Kenwood Corporation (Kenwood) three years after management integration. JVCKENWOOD operates four business segments, Car Electronics, Professional Systems, Optical & Audio, and Entertainment Software with image, sound, and radio technologies, as well as infotainment and visual software. JVCKENWOOD creates excitement and peace of mind while aiming to achieve profitable growth and become a business group that is widely trusted by society. For more information,

visit https://www.jvckenwood.com/en.html.

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