Cell Gate Intercom System at the Olympic Pyramids in Montréal: A Security & Connectivity Success Story

Why the Olympic Pyramids Project Matters

The Olympic Pyramids in Montréal represent not just architectural ambition but a legacy of global heritage. Positioned at the heart of the city’s Olympic Village, these structures are more than landmarks — they’re living infrastructure. Ensuring their security, accessibility, and modernization is a mission that commands cutting-edge solutions.

When our Canadian integration partner proposed controlling remote gates and boom barriers across the site using resilient communication, we knew this was a perfect environment to deploy advanced 4G intercom systems. The result: swift remote access, minimized guard staffing, and a next-level example of cell gate intercom deployment in a demanding environment.

The Challenge: Remote Gates, Harsh Conditions, and Security Overhead

Before our intervention, the site faced key operational and security challenges:

• Multiple gates and barriers scattered across the property, often in zones with limited fixed network connectivity.

• Security personnel at guard posts physically opening each gate — a labor-intensive and slow process.

• Exposure to vandalism, weather, and public access requiring rugged intercom solutions.

• A need for scalable, manageable communication that aligns with modern infrastructure standards.

The requirement was clear: a robust, wireless (4G) intercom system that could reliably connect guard stations with gate mechanisms across the site — a classic use case for cell gate intercom.

The Solution: 4G Vandal-Proof cell gate intercom

For this deployment, the partner selected our LC304-1PB vandal proof door intercom (VoIP / analog / GSM / 4G). This device is tailor-made for environments with high risk of physical abuse and limited wired infrastructure.

Key features allowing success in Montréal include:

• Support for 4G / GSM fallback, enabling connectivity even without wired networks.

• Vandal-resistant casing and durable build to withstand abuse, tampering, and outdoor exposure.

• Multi-mode operation (VoIP, analog, GSM) providing flexibility depending on site conditions.

• Integration capability with gate control logic (usually via relay or dry-contact control) and signaling back to the control center.

Over 10 gates and boom barriers are now remotely managed through these intercoms, all connected via the 4G cellular network.

Implementation Highlights & System Architecture

1. Site Survey & Gate Listing The first step involved mapping all gate locations, barrier points, and guard station positions. Each location's cellular signal was measured to ensure connectivity.

2. Intercom Provisioning & Configuration Each LC304-1PB unit was configured with unique identification, security credentials, and control relay settings. The VoIP / analog / 4G fallback logic was tested to ensure immediate switchovers.

3. Integration with Gate Control & Monitoring Commands from guard stations or security consoles trigger gate actuation via contacts on the intercom. The system logs each activation and status feedback.

4. Testing & Commissioning Functional tests were carried out for open / close calls, signal latency measurements, and redundancy failovers (e.g. if 4G is interrupted).

5. User Training & Go-Live Security staff were trained on how to initiate calls, monitor video (if enabled), and manage gate operations remotely.

Results & Benefits

Objective	Outcome
Reduced manpower at guard posts	Security personnel no longer need to physically stand by gates — remote operation suffices
Faster gate response	Gate openings can be triggered in seconds via the intercom system
Scalability	More gates can be added easily to the same 4G intercom network
Reliability in harsh conditions	Vandal-proof hardware stands up to weather, tampering, and public access

As one site engineer put it:

“The security personnel are pleased — they don’t have to stay at the guard post to open the gates anymore.”

Final Thoughts & Next Steps

The Olympic Pyramids project in Montréal stands as a compelling showcase of cell gate intercom deployment in a demanding environment. It demonstrates how 4G, vandal-proof intercoms can transform gate security operations, reduce labor, and provide scalable infrastructure for future expansion.

If you’re planning a similar deployment — whether for campuses, industrial sites, gated communities, or critical infrastructure — we’d be excited to help you with:

• Site survey and intercom planning

• Device selection and configuration

• Integration with existing gate, security, and video systems

• Pilot deployment and scaling up

📩 Contact us to explore how we can help you build your next cell gate intercom network.