MIX Networks wins New York and California fire safety certifications for POTS replacement

MIX Networks has earned fire-authority approval in New York and California for its managed POTS replacement service on life-safety lines. The certifications give the company state-issued authorization to transmit fire alarm signals, a key hurdle as carriers retire copper phone lines and buildings scramble for compliant replacements. Why it matters: - MIX Networks now has state-issued authorization in two of the toughest fire-regulatory markets in the U.S. for life-safety communications. - The approvals matter for commercial buildings, multifamily properties, senior living facilities, healthcare campuses and hotels that need compliant replacements for legacy copper lines. - The certification can affect inspections, insurance reviews and audits when fire alarm and emergency communications are evaluated. What happened: - MIX Networks received Managed Facilities Voice Network certification from the FDNY Bureau of Fire Prevention on May 21, 2026. - The FDNY approval gives MIX Networks citywide recognition as an authorized MFVN for fire alarm signal transmission. - The California Office of the State Fire Marshal also listed MIX Networks for statewide use. - Both approvals cover DataRemote 90X1 and 90X2 devices. - The California listing covers use with listed fire alarm control units under UL 864, 10th Edition. The details: - The FDNY record ID is 2025-TMFRAL-007143-VRNC. - The California OSFM listing number is 7305-2384:0002. - MIX Networks said the certification authorizes compliant fire alarm signal transmission for life-safety applications. - The company said the approval applies to commercial buildings, multifamily properties, senior living facilities, healthcare campuses and hotels. - MIX Networks said it provides managed POTS replacement, hosted voice and life-safety communications infrastructure nationwide. - MIX Networks said its service includes fully managed deployment, 24/7 monitoring and end-to-end lifecycle management through a national channel partner program. - The company said redundant infrastructure operates in Dallas, Secaucus, Las Vegas, Lakeland and Ashburn. Between the lines: - Carrier copper retirements are forcing property owners to replace legacy lines on their own timeline. - Generic VoIP adapters are not compliant for fire alarm communicators, elevator phones or E911 systems under NFPA 72, ADA elevator code or local fire codes, even if calls appear to complete. - MIX Networks is positioning itself as one of a small number of POTS replacement providers with documented state authorization for fire alarm transmission. - Carrie Turner, chief business officer at MIX Networks, described the certifications as proof the company can keep systems online, compliant and defensible as copper disappears. What’s next: - Building operators that still rely on copper lines will need to verify whether their replacement solution meets local fire and safety requirements. - MIX Networks is expected to use the New York and California approvals to support sales into regulated property and facilities markets. - All installations must still be completed by qualified personnel under NFPA 72, applicable local codes and the authority having jurisdiction. - Compliance requirements will continue to vary by jurisdiction.