Kyocera, Ataya, and Ecrio join force to develop a rugged, end-to-end Private 5G (P5G) network solution designed for critical communications. The collaboration integrates Kyocera’s DuraForce PRO 3 smartphone with Ecrio’s mission-critical communications software and Ataya’s Private 5G network infrastructure. This fully tested solution aims to provide secure, reliable connectivity for first responders, industrial operations, and other mission-critical applications. The new technology will be unveiled at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona from March 3-6, where a live demonstration will showcase real-time communications over a standalone Private 5G network, including Mission-Critical Push-to-Talk (MCPTT), Voice over New Radio (VoNR), and Voice over IP (VoIP).
Designed to support organizations that require instant, reliable communication, this solution brings together rugged mobility, secure networking, and AI-powered automation. Industries such as public safety, industrial manufacturing, logistics, and homeland security stand to benefit from improved workplace safety, perimeter security, and operational efficiency.
Ataya, a provider of universal connectivity solutions, has integrated Ecrio’s IMS-based communications software into its Harmony Universal Connectivity Solution, which includes a Private 5G core, 5G radio management, Wi-Fi integration, and Ethernet support. This allows organizations to maintain Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) across all connections while ensuring seamless communication capabilities. The inclusion of Ecrio’s MCX-compliant software enables reliable MCPTT, VoNR, and VoIP services, making the solution particularly effective for emergency response teams and high-risk industrial environments.
Kyocera’s DuraForce PRO 3, a 5G standalone (SA) ultra-rugged smartphone, plays a crucial role in this integrated solution by offering out-of-the-box support for private 5G networks. The device is built to withstand harsh environments while delivering high-performance connectivity, ensuring that field teams remain connected in critical situations. The smartphone is designed with an X-frame structure for added durability and meets MIL-STD 810H and IP68 standards, providing resistance against extreme conditions such as drops, dust, water, and hazardous materials.
The integration of Ecrio’s software with Kyocera’s device enhances mission-critical communication by optimizing voice and data transmission, ensuring that first responders, industrial workers, and other professionals have uninterrupted connectivity in demanding settings.
Beyond communication, the solution also incorporates Edge AI capabilities, enabling real-time monitoring of cameras, drones, and sensors. These AI-driven analytics can detect potential safety risks, such as worker distress or equipment malfunctions, and immediately alert supervisors, helping to prevent accidents and improve operational efficiency. In warehouse environments, automated robots equipped with AI can identify package mishandling or safety hazards and send real-time notifications to management, allowing for proactive risk mitigation.
“It’s important that ultra-rugged devices like our DuraForce PRO 3 support standalone private networks to improve critical communications,” said Vipul Dalal, Divisional Vice President of Kyocera’s Communications Equipment Group. “Many industries and frontline workers need a complete and secure network solution to improve their critical communication. The network and software from Ataya and Ecrio have a great deal of innovation for this purpose. We paired these innovative solutions with our ultra-rugged smartphone, DuraForce PRO 3, to add reliability and peace of mind for our users given the harsh environments often found in the field.”
“Kyocera’s ultra-rugged DuraForce PRO 3 smartphone was the ideal choice for this end-to-end Ataya-Ecrio solution designed for frontline workers and others in harsh environments,” said Rajesh Pazhyannur, CEO of Ataya. “Kyocera has been a leader in rugged devices for well over a decade, working with first responders on customized solutions and improving worker safety. Users have confidence that this device and its many productivity and safety tools will stand up to shock, drops, extreme heat, solar radiation, and water immersion.”
