The Complete Guide to 24/7 Mission‑Critical Consoles: Sustema Transit Linear & Cockpit

Introduction

Every second counts in a PSAP, EOC, or grid control room. Operators must synthesize alarms, video, GIS, SCADA, and voice systems under fatigue‑prone conditions.

The console is the human‑machine interface that either enables focus—through ergonomics, cable discipline, thermal comfort, and display clarity—or erodes it.Sustema’s Transit Linear & Cockpit platforms are engineered for 24/7 duty cycles, balancing serviceability, operator comfort, and technology integration so your teams can sustain performance shift after shift.

This guide explains the major decisions you’ll make—form factor, footprints, walls, mounting, environment controls, finishes, and branding—with links to deep‑dives on each topic.

Linear vs. Cockpit: Choosing the Right Form Factor

Linear consoles provide straight, modular spans that scale quickly across rows and pods.

Cockpit consoles wrap the operator with a curved primary reach, improving sightlines in dense display setups and enabling a focal‑adjustment monitor platform (Cockpit only) for rapid depth/height tuning of monitors.

Choose Linear when you need fast replication, long supervisory sightlines, and mixed pods (e.g., back‑to‑back banks in a utility control room).

Choose Cockpit when operators manage larger display counts or need rapid focal adjustments to reduce eye strain during extended surveillance or dispatch tasks.

Specifications at a Glance

• Standard widths: 72", 84", 96" (limited models also in 48" and 60")

• Depth profiles: 36‑30, 36‑36, 36‑42 (choose by equipment density & reach)

• Monitor configurations: horizontal, vertical, multi‑level, and large displays up to 50"

• Cabinets: 2 or 3 heavy‑duty bays with lockable, ventilated doors; optional low‑noise thermostatic fans

• Storage modules: box‑file drawers (6" & 12"), sliding CPU shelves (side & center)

• Wall systems: HD (integrated power/data raceways) and Lite (slimmer, instant outlet access), both with removable finishing panels

• Personal Environment System (PES 360): localized task/status lighting, base heaters, surface‑integrated cooling fans (optional)

• Finishes & edging: laminates, metal powder‑coat options; edging in wood (MF2/MF4), urethane (MT1/MT6), T‑molding, or PVC

• Branding & privacy: multiple end gable shapes; engraved or sticker logos; optional LED‑lit logo panels

Space Planning for Public Safety & Utilities

Layout determines communication flow, supervisory oversight, and cable pathways. Sustema supports multiple pod archetypes you can repeat and mix:

• Back‑to‑Back (mixed shapes): high‑density rows for utilities NOCs and PSAP floors

• Open “T” / Open “X”: collaboration hubs for incident management cells

• Closed Pods: higher privacy for specialized analysis or critical switching tasks

Start with footprint and depth. Match 72/84/96‑inch widths and 36‑30/36‑36/36‑42 profiles to team size, monitor loads, and CPU density; preserve clearances for egress and aisle service.

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Power, Data, and Cable Discipline: Wall Systems

Cable chaos compromises uptime and safety. Transit wall systems hide complexity and speed service:

• HD Walls: integrated power & data raceways route horizontally and vertically with clean removable finishing panels for service access.

• Lite Walls: a thinner profile with instant outlet access, also using removable panels for a tidy, field‑serviceable finish.

Technology Integration: Cabinets, Cooling, and Access

Mission‑critical consoles must secure equipment, manage heat, and enable fast swaps:

• Heavy‑duty cabinets: 2–3 bays with lockable, ventilated doors; add thermostatic fans for high‑heat CPU loads.

• Storage modules: box‑file drawers for operator materials; sliding CPU shelves in side/center cabinets for tool‑free access.

• Sizing nuances: Linear 72 vs. 84/96 and Cockpit depth variants affect cabinet capacity—size to your device stack.

Display Strategy: Arms, Mounts, and Focal Adjustment

Operators in PSAPs and utilities must move from overviews to details without losing posture or time:

• Articulated arms support horizontal, vertical, and multi‑level arrays; large monitors up to 50".

• Mounting types: Bolt‑Thru for clean cable management and stability; Clamp for flexible repositioning; Sustrack for rapid reconfiguration and accessory mounting.

• Focal‑Adjustment Monitor Platform (Cockpit only): slide displays forward/back and tune height for visual comfort; mount task/status lighting and powerbars on the platform.

Operator Comfort: Personal Environment System (PES 360)

Shift longevity depends on thermal and visual comfort. PES 360 empowers each operator to personalize:

• Task light & status light at the arm post or surface

• Base heaters for lower‑body warmth

• Surface‑integrated cooling fans for targeted upper‑body airflow

• Designed with ANSI/HFES ergonomics and ANSI/BIFMA considerations in mind to support posture and fatigue‑mitigation in 24/7 environments

Finishes, Edging, and Color: Durability Meets Brand

In 24/7 rooms, surfaces must resist wear, clean easily, and control glare. Options include:

• Edging: Wood MF2/MF4, Urethane MT1/MT6, T‑molding, PVC—choose by durability, look, and tactile edge comfort.

• Surfaces & panels: broad laminate palette (solids + woodgrain).

• Metal components: powder‑coat options to coordinate with interiors.

• Color guidance: pair darker trims with mid‑tone surfaces to minimize visual noise; consider ambient light to manage reflectivity/glare.

End Gables & Branding: Privacy, Polish, and Pride

End gables boost privacy, block lateral glare, and complete the installation. For brand presence, add:

• Logo engraving on plexiglass or glass with optional LED illumination

• Vinyl stickers on side cabinets or panels

• Multiple gable geometries (angled, 90°, with/without glass) to fit sightlines and space