SuperHailer Acoustic Communication System
SuperHailer is a long-range acoustic communication system for safe, clear voice projection in the field. It supports control and de-escalation, and it documents every activation. SuperHailer is a communication platform, not a weapon, a less-lethal device, or a pain-compliance tool.
SuperHailer in Action
A short overview of SuperHailer in operation.
Acoustic Communication Systems
Key Benefits
- Directional voice projection to 250 m (Homeland) or 500 m+ (Marine-Military), cutting through ambient noise for clear command and control at range.
- A built-in laser rangefinder automatically limits output at the target — the safety ceiling is enforced by the device, not by operator judgment.
- A tightly focused beam (±7.5°) means bystanders outside it receive under 1% of the target's exposure.
- Every activation is logged automatically — video, audio, GPS, timestamp, distance, and sound-exposure data — building a complete, court-ready record with no extra step.
Suitable Users
Law enforcement agencies, emergency services, marine and harbour authorities, military and national defence organizations.
BICROFT is the authorized Canadian supplier of SuperHailer, already in use with police services in Canada, the United States, and internationally.
Operational Use Cases
SuperHailer supports operations across policing, marine, military, and emergency response — each activation documented automatically regardless of setting.
Law Enforcement & Public Order
- De-escalating demonstrations and civil disorder
- Crowd and event management
- High-risk vehicle stops
- Hostage and siege negotiation
- Mental health crisis intervention
- Corrections and custodial facilities
- Border protection
Marine, Coastal & Military
- Hailing vessels at range
- Navy and coast guard communications
- Maritime interdiction
- Harbour and port security
Emergency, Search & Rescue
- Search and rescue operations
- Disaster relief and evacuation direction
- CBRNE hazard management
- Humanitarian operations
Safety and Accountability
SuperHailer's safety system is automatic, not procedural. A built-in laser rangefinder measures distance to the target the instant the operator presses the trigger, and an onboard limiter caps output at the target at 112 dB LAeq — regardless of distance, device setting, or operator input. There is no volume dial for an operator to misjudge.
The beam itself is tightly directional. Anyone outside it — standing parallel to or behind the operator — receives a small fraction of the sound the target does.
Every activation is logged automatically: video, audio, GPS location, timestamp, distance, and sound-exposure data, building a complete record with no extra step from the operator.
SuperHailer is a communication platform, not a weapon, a less-lethal device, or a pain-compliance tool. It is built to remove force — and operator error — from the equation, not to apply either.
"The Superhailer is a very effective way of delivering that information in a safe, loud and clear way – and letting people know what they should do."
Independent Comparison
Safety Standards Comparison
SuperHailer's published specifications cap sound at the target at 112 dB LAeq, enforced automatically by the safety limiter described above. The table below shows how that ceiling — and typical operator exposure — relate to the permissible daily noise-exposure durations published by OSHA (United States) and by Canada's federal and most provincial occupational health and safety regulators.
| Exposure point | Level | OSHA permissible duration | Canada permissible duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target — automatic safety-limiter ceiling | 112 dB LAeq | ≈ 23 min | < 1 min |
| Homeland operator (typical exposure) | Under 96 dB(A) | ≈ 3 hr 30 min | ≈ 38 min |
| Marine-Military operator (typical exposure) | Under 99 dB(A) | ≈ 2 hr 20 min | ≈ 19 min |
Durations are calculated from OSHA's 90 dB / 8-hour permissible exposure limit with a 5 dB exchange rate (29 CFR 1910.95), and from Canada's 85 dB / 8-hour criterion level with a 3 dB exchange rate (the current federal standard under the Canada Labour Code as of 2026, matching most provincial regulators, per CSA Z107.56). They describe continuous exposure at a fixed level, not typical use — an actual hailing message lasts seconds, not minutes, so real-world exposure is far below these thresholds. This is an independent, sourced comparison, not a compliance certification; confirm applicable requirements for your jurisdiction with BICROFT directly.
Available Configurations
SuperHailer ships in two configurations, tuned for the range and environment each mission requires.
Homeland Configuration
Built for patrol, tactical, and public-order deployment. Homeland configuration gives officers a way to issue clear, audible commands and warnings at a safe standoff distance — during a demonstration, a barricaded-subject call, or a high-risk stop — without closing distance or escalating to force. Every activation is logged automatically, giving your agency a complete, time-stamped record for after-action review, public accountability, and court proceedings.
- Effective range
- 250 m+ (120 m in high-ambient-noise conditions)
- Automatic safety ceiling
- 112 dB LAeq at target
- Typical operator exposure
- Under 96 dB(A)
- Weight
- Under 10 kg (22 lb) — wearable or tripod-mounted
- Field runtime
- 6–8 hours typical use
Marine-Military Configuration
Extended range and higher output for open water and contested environments. Marine-Military configuration reaches vessels well beyond small-boat approach distance — for hailing, warning, and coordinating without putting a boarding team or aircrew at risk before intent is clear. The same automatic safety limiter and full activation logging carry over, so extended range never trades away accountability.
- Effective range
- 500 m+ (250 m in high-ambient-noise conditions)
- Automatic safety ceiling
- 112 dB LAeq at target
- Typical operator exposure
- Under 99 dB(A)
- Weight
- Under 10 kg (22 lb) — wearable or mounted
- Field runtime
- 4–6 hours typical use
Brochure
View or download the SuperHailer brochure for a summary of the platform.
Download BrochureFrequently Asked Questions
What is the effective range?
250 to 500 metres, depending on configuration (Homeland or Marine-Military) and environmental conditions.
Is SuperHailer safe for hearing?
Yes. An automatic laser-rangefinder limiter caps output at the target at 112 dB LAeq regardless of distance or operator input, and the beam is tightly directional so bystanders outside it receive a fraction of that exposure. See the Safety Standards Comparison section on this page for how that ceiling relates to OSHA and Canadian occupational noise-exposure limits.
Does SuperHailer record activations?
Yes. Each activation automatically logs video, audio, GPS location, timestamp, distance, and sound-exposure data.
Is SuperHailer a weapon or less-lethal device?
No. SuperHailer is a communication platform for voice projection and de-escalation. It is not a weapon, a less-lethal device, or a pain-compliance tool.
Who can request a demonstration?
Verified law enforcement, emergency services, marine, military, and government organizations.