Windy City Wire, a manufacturer of low-voltage wire and cable, has announced that its public safety team will attend the Safer Buildings Coalition's School Safety Tech and Wireless Seminar on November 17, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. The full-day event focuses on technology, best practices, and practical guidance for safer schools, covering topics such as indoor mapping, panic alerts, two-way radio, emergency responder communication enhancement systems (ERCES), surveillance, medical response, and wireless connectivity. Attendees can earn continuing education credits, including CEUs, CPDs, CECs, and CDEs.
The seminar comes at a critical time as school safety requirements continue to expand across the country. Tennessee is among the states that have enacted Alyssa's Law, which mandates silent panic alarms in K-12 schools. But panic alarms alone are not enough; reliable in-building radio coverage is essential for first responders to communicate effectively once they arrive on scene. This is where Windy City Wire's expertise becomes relevant. The company supports public safety DAS system projects with its DAS cable, including the SmartGUARD line of 1/2-inch, plenum-rated coaxial cable designed for public safety bands such as VHF, UHF, 700/800 MHz, P25, and FirstNet.
Beyond cable, Windy City Wire provides rough order of magnitude bills of materials, coordinates OEM certification for public safety DAS deployments with manufacturers including RFS, ADRF, Westell, and GWave, and offers industry education on DAS technologies and ERCES requirements. The company's involvement in the Nashville seminar underscores the importance of industry collaboration in ensuring that schools have the infrastructure needed to protect students and staff. Windy City Wire team members Darin Skyles, CTS; Gabriel Guevara; and Jim Bowen will be on hand to connect with school safety, fire, and wireless professionals about first responder DAS wire and cable.
The implications of this announcement extend beyond a single event. As more states adopt laws like Alyssa's Law, demand for compliant communication systems in schools is likely to rise. Windy City Wire's presence at the seminar signals its commitment to helping schools meet these requirements by providing not just products but also education and support. The company's SmartWire technology and RackPack system are designed to reduce labor time on the jobsite, which can be crucial for school districts working within tight budgets and timelines. With 19 stocking locations nationwide, Windy City Wire is positioned to supply the wire and cable needed for these critical safety upgrades.
For school safety professionals, the seminar offers a chance to learn about the latest technologies and best practices directly from experts. Windy City Wire's participation highlights the role that reliable infrastructure plays in any school safety plan. As schools continue to enhance their security measures, partnerships between manufacturers, safety advocates, and educators will be essential to ensure that first responders can communicate seamlessly during emergencies. The Nashville seminar is a step toward that goal, bringing together key stakeholders to share knowledge and drive progress in school safety technology.
