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Why emergency telephones are required in hazardous and industrial environments

Eaton’s FHF range delivers reliable emergency voice communication for hazardous and industrial environments, where safety, compliance, and uninterrupted communication are critical.

Designed for safety‑critical applications, these hazardous area and industrial telephones are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures, shock, vibration, dust, and humidity - ensuring dependable performance when it matters most.

Ideal for marine, chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and oil & gas industries, FHF telephones are manufactured to the highest global standards and certified for use in hazardous locations.

Simple integration with existing industrial and safety systems

Upgrade to the latest IP technology with ease, while keeping costs to a minimum. FHF phones can be easily retrofitted to replace legacy systems or seamlessly integrated with existing paging, public address and alarm  - helping extend the value of your current infrastructure.

Reliable communication for safety‑critical environments

FHF phones deliver dependable communication to support safer, more efficient operations. Fixed phones provide a reliable solution where mobile signals may fail and can be used for both private and public access communication. Built‑in monitoring and self‑diagnostic features help ensure long‑term reliability and consistent performance.

Low‑maintenance design for harsh industrial conditions

Designed for demanding industrial environments, FHF phones require minimal to no maintenance. This “fit‑and‑forget” approach provides peace of mind, ensuring reliable communication when it matters most.

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How to choose the right FHF telephone:

  • Choose ExResistTel for Zone 1 / 21 hazardous areas with explosive gas or dust
  • Choose ResistTel for extreme weather and industrial environments without explosion risk
  • Choose FernTel for Zone 2 / 22 indoor and outdoor applications 

ExResistTel & ResistTel

High-specification telephones for use in the harshest environments and typically used in oil & gas industry.
Ex variants suitable for explosive atmospheres Zone 1 & 21.
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Key features

  • IP 66 according to IEC60529 ​
  • Programmable V4A alphanumerical keypad​
  • Pixel-based illuminated LCD display
  • Speakerphone for handsfree communication 
  • 3 memory buttons (MB variant)
  • IP variants have web based monitoring, standard protocols SIP, H.323 (UDP, TCP, TLS), RTP, SRTP (SDES, DTLS), RTCP, ICE and connection to 10/100-BASE-T Ethernet LAN
  • All variants have 3 years limited warranty

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FernTel Z2 & FernTel

Mid-range telephones ideal for indoor and outdoor hazardous sites.
Ex variants suitable for explosive atmospheres Zone 2 & 22.
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Key features

  • IP 65 according to IEC60529
  • Different housing colours
  • Standard protocols H.323, SIP, TSIP, SIPS and H.450 (IP variants only)
  • Illuminated keypad
  • All variants have 3 years limited warranty

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InduTel: Analog, IP & LED

Entry-level telephones with protective doors for indoor and outdoor applications.
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Key features

  • IP 66 according to IEC60529
  • Different housing colours
  • Protocol: SIP (RFC3261)
  • Internal relay contact
  • Illuminated keypad
  • All variants have 3 years limited warranty

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FAQ

FHF Emergency Telephones 

What environments are Eaton FHF telephones designed for?

Eaton FHF telephones are designed for hazardous and industrial environments including oil & gas, chemical plants, offshore platforms, mining, marine, and pharmaceutical facilities.

Are FHF telephones certified for hazardous areas?

Selected FHF models are certified for ATEX and IECEx hazardous zones, including Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22, depending on configuration.

Can FHF telephones integrate with existing systems?

Yes, FHF telephones can be integrated with existing analogue, IP, PA and alarm systems, making them suitable for retrofit or new installations.

  • Over 125 years of innovation in indsutrial communications

    Trust Eaton to protect your people and processes - supported by more than a century of expertise.

    Founded in Germany in 1897, Eaton’s FHF product line has a rich legacy in delivering reliable communication solutions for hazardous and industrial environments. Our long-standing heritage fuels a deep understanding of the challenges faced in safety-critical industries.

    With specialist knowledge and a commitment to innovation, we provide customers with cutting-edge, globally certified technology that ensures maximum safety and operational reliability - even in the harshest conditions.

Read how the FHF range has helped our customers

We have successfully installed a highly integrated voice, data and alarm communication system on a wind-farm installation vessel

Ex Howl-Call Telephones

Battery and network-independent telephone system for harsh applications, even in potentially explosive or firedamp-endangered areas. Ideal for use in blast furnace areas, tunnels or mining applications where there is no power source.