NIKOS – Festival

Evacuation announcements for Bergenfest

autonomous reliable cost-effective

NIKOS is not a conventional PA system, but a radio-based public address, alarm and control system for large events, construction sites and crisis situations, which you can rent by the day through certified partners and either integrate into your PA or use on its own.

Challenge

Clear evacuation information in critical situations

At Bergenfest, evacuation announcements are challenging when loud music and dense crowds make spoken instructions difficult to understand. In an emergency, clear instructions must reach every visitor across the event site quickly and intelligibly. Heavy mobile network usage can also delay or prevent the transmission of critical safety information.

Solution

One unified solution for everyday use and emergencies

NIKOS brings together announcements, alerting, visitor guidance and device control in a single network-independent platform. NIKOS [dispatcher]² controls announcement units at individual announcement points, in selected areas, or across the entire event site. This reduces the need for staff otherwise required to relay or coordinate information at multiple locations, lowering operating costs.

FAQ

Information for planners and organisers

Does NIKOS meet the applicable standards for announcements?+
Yes, NIKOS is standard-compliant: the system meets DIN EN 50849 for electroacoustic emergency warning systems. NIKOS was developed specifically for safety-relevant announcements and alerting — usable both in everyday operation and in an emergency. For ELA systems, DIN EN 50849 forms the decisive reference framework. Unlike mobile network-based systems, NIKOS fully meets these requirements because it operates independently of an external network and is therefore immediately ready for use at any time. Other safety-related standards such as DIN EN 54, DIN VDE 0833-4 and DIN 14675 (voice alarm systems) do not apply to NIKOS, since they concern a different field of use and functional scope. As a public address system for temporary and mobile deployments, NIKOS has already been used successfully many times for mission-critical communication tasks since 2017. Any official approvals are assessed on a project-specific basis.
Do evacuation announcements at Bergenfest continue to work during power or network failures?+
Yes. NIKOS uses its own autonomous radio network and operates independently of public communication networks. After an interruption, the system restores the connection automatically. NIKOS [audio]² has an internal battery providing up to 16 hours of operation and also powers connected accessory modules.
Can NIKOS be installed flexibly for Bergenfest without fixed infrastructure?+
Yes. NIKOS is designed for flexible outdoor deployment without fixed infrastructure. One or two people can mount the modules within minutes on structures such as lamp posts, stages, stalls, or trees and configure them individually. A standard Schuko power connection is sufficient for continuous operation.
Where do cost benefits arise when using NIKOS for evacuation announcements at Bergenfest?+
Cost benefits arise because NIKOS reduces the need for separate loudspeaker, control, and communication solutions. NIKOS enables multiple functions through a single communication platform. NIKOS rental and installation costs can be quickly offset by these savings. Some specific examples of savings can be found here. Consistent use of the system reduces material requirements and installation work while allowing staff to be assigned more effectively to safety-critical duties.
Where can I rent an evacuation announcement system for Bergenfest?+
NIKOS is rented on a daily basis through certified partners, including consultation, briefing, and technical support. Requests are submitted through the rental page. Find a partner and request a rental

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