WHO WE ARE
Talkaphone® is an emergency communications expert based in Niles, IL. Our blue light phones, area of refuge, and related voice-based communication solutions equip people to immediately reach first responders from all the places where they commute or gather to work, play, and learn. Purpose-built for the rigors of real-world applications, Talkaphone’s versatile solutions draw on decades of product development, manufacturing expertise and steadfast industry partnerships. By working collaboratively with system integrators and their customers at every step—from definition to implementation—we deliver the satisfaction of results at scale with the care of a small business.
Everyday life. Everywhere safe.
Meet The Talkaphone Leadership Team
Steve Johnson
Clarence Wong
Dena Samoska
Nadine Blanpied
Tony Legittino
News and Events
January 17, 2025
The Power of Mass Notification Systems in Emergency SituationsIn a world plagued by potential threats and emergency situations, the ability to distribute timely information to large numbers of people quickly is ...
January 13, 2025
What Are the Blue Lights in Parking Lots? Blue Light Phones & The Role in Parking Lot SafetyIn the course of daily life, you’ve likely walked through parking lots or garages and noticed a tall tower or wall mounted device with a blue light ...
December 12, 2024
What is an Area of Refuge System?: FAQs for Area of Refuge RequirementsWhen designing, constructing, and managing a building, ensuring the safety and accessibility of everyone inside is paramount. One critical aspect of ...
December 12, 2024
Talkaphone is bringing its safety technology to several key trade events in 2025As 2025 approaches, Talkaphone is excited to announce its participation in several key industry events showcasing the latest advancements in safety ...
November 18, 2024
The importance of campus safety in school selection and retentionThere are so many factors that go into a student’s college selection process: cost, curriculum, location, reputation, and class size to name a few. ...
Case Studies
August 15, 2019
Palomar CollegeExecutive Summary Palomar College is a two-year public college founded in 1946 and located in San Marcos, California. With 30,000 students enrolled ...
July 30, 2019
Virginia Western Community CollegeVirginia Western Community College: Safety and Security Upgrades
July 30, 2019
Ringling College of Art and DesignRingling College of Art and Design: A Campus Security Perimeter with Talkaphone Towers Executive Summary Ringling College of Art and Design, located ...
July 30, 2019
George Bush International AirportIntegrating Talkaphone at George Bush International Airport
July 30, 2019
University of OtagoThe Evolution of Mass Notification at University of Otago Executive Summary College Campuses around the world offer one of the most varied and ...
