The Whelen WPS2900 Series: A Trusted Staple in Outdoor Siren Systems
For decades, the Whelen WPS2900 Series has been a cornerstone of reliable outdoor warning sirens, trusted by communities, campuses, military installations, and industrial facilities across the nation. As a long-standing Whelen partner and solution engineer, MCA has been helping customers deploy these American-made, BABA-compliant systems (Build America, Buy America) since their inception. Built with precision, durability, and unmatched performance, the WPS2900 Series continues to set the standard for omni-directional mass notification.
Proven Performance When It Matters Most
In critical moments, clear and immediate communication can save lives. The Whelen WPS2900 Series is engineered to deliver powerful, attention-grabbing tones and crystal-clear voice messages, ensuring that communities receive actionable instructions in real time. This dual capability eliminates confusion, restores order, and enhances public safety.
A.I.D. Strategy: Alert, Inform, Direct
The WPS2900 Series embodies Whelen’s proven A.I.D. strategy:
- Alert: Capture attention with powerful, omni-directional tones.
- Inform: Deliver clear, live or pre-recorded voice messages.
- Direct: Provide actionable instructions to guide people to safety.
Unlike traditional siren systems that rely solely on tones, the WPS2900 Series combines sound and voice to ensure clarity and effectiveness in any emergency.
Seamless Integration with RapidWarn
The WPS2900 Series pairs perfectly with MCA’s RapidWarn platform, an affordable and reliable mass notification and siren activation software. RapidWarn enhances the functionality of outdoor sirens by offering flexible activation options, including weather service integration, P25 radio compatibility, and push-button controls. With features like AES encryption, integrated diagnostics, and multi-platform notifications, RapidWarn ensures secure, efficient, and comprehensive emergency communication. Together, the WPS2900 Series and RapidWarn provide a scalable, cost-effective solution for local governments and large facilities, maximizing the value of existing infrastructure while safeguarding people and property.
Scalable Power for Every Application
With ten scalable models ranging from 400 to 4,000 watts, the WPS2900 Series is designed to meet the needs of any deployment, from small communities to large regional systems. Each model features vertically assembled omni-directional speaker cells, allowing organizations to customize power and coverage to their specific requirements.
- WPS2901: Single-cell, 400 watts
- WPS2905: Five-cell, 2,000 watts
- WPS2910: Ten-cell, 4,000 watts
All models include Whelen’s high-efficiency 400-watt EZ-PULL™ speaker drivers, delivering uniform sound power levels (±1 dB) across a full 360° coverage area. The EZ-PULL design simplifies maintenance, reducing downtime and service complexity.
Built to Withstand the Harshest Conditions
The WPS2900 Series is purpose-built for rugged reliability. Wind-tunnel tested and housed in weather-resistant aluminum or stainless steel cabinets, these systems are designed to operate consistently in severe weather and demanding environments. The IP-rated design ensures long-term durability and performance.
Flexible Power and Control Options
The WPS2900 Series offers versatile power and activation options to suit any operational need:
- Battery-powered reliability: Provides at least 30 minutes of full-power operation with recommended batteries.
- Tri-mode battery charger: AC temperature-compensated 10-amp charger ensures readiness.
- Activation flexibility: Local controls, remote radio interfaces (VHF, UHF, narrow-band), landline DTMF activation, and solar power configurations.
- SLIDEOUT™ battery tray: Simplifies maintenance and inspection.
Unmatched Voice and Tone Capabilities
The WPS2900 Series delivers superior audio performance with features that enhance clarity and versatility:
- Live public address: Instantly broadcast real-time instructions and updates.
- Pre-recorded messages: Store and deploy up to 28 custom messages or musical renditions.
- Six standard warning tones: Including Wail, Alert, Hi/Lo, Attack, Air Horn, and Whoop.
- Advanced SI TEST® diagnostics: Silent testing ensures operational readiness without public disturbance.
Enhanced Visual Integration
Pair the WPS2900 Series with VisuAlert™ omni-directional LED lighting and optional high dome warning beacons in multiple colors (amber, blue, clear/white, red) for synchronized visual signals. This integration enhances situational awareness and ensures messages are seen as well as heard.
Customizable for Your Needs
The WPS2900 Series offers a range of options to tailor the system to your specific requirements:
- Noise-canceling microphones for high-noise environments.
- Paging interfaces for integration with existing audio systems.
- Solar power modules for off-grid or redundancy needs.
- Intrusion alarms for added equipment security.
Trusted Across Sectors
From university campuses and military installations to large industrial plants and municipal communities, the WPS2900 Series has proven its reliability and effectiveness time and again. Its modular design allows organizations to adapt and expand their systems over time, ensuring long-term value and continuous protection.
MCA: Your Trusted Partner in Mass Notification
As a Premier Dealer for Whelen, MCA offers the highest level of sales and support, ensuring unmatched expertise across Whelen’s entire product line.
At MCA, we’ve been helping organizations deploy Whelen’s outdoor warning sirens and mass notification systems for as long as they’ve been around. As a trusted Whelen partner, we offer end-to-end services, including site assessment, system design, installation, integration, and long-term maintenance.
When every second counts, you can rely on MCA, the Whelen WPS2900 Series, and RapidWarn to deliver clarity, reliability, and peace of mind.
Contact MCA today to learn how the WPS2900 Series and RapidWarn can enhance your emergency communications strategy and safeguard your people, property, and operations.
About MCA
MCA is one of the largest and most trusted technology integrators in the United States, offering world-class voice, data, and security solutions that enhance the quality, safety, and productivity of customers, operations, and lives.
More than 65,000 customers trust MCA to provide carefully researched solutions for a safe, secure, and more efficient workplace. As your trusted advisor, we reduce the time and effort needed to research, install, and maintain the right solutions to make your workplace better.
Our team of certified professionals across the United States delivers a full suite of reliable technologies with a service-first approach. The MCA advantage is our extensive service portfolio to support the solution lifecycle from start to finish.
