Husqvarna X-COM Active Headband Communication System

The Husqvarna X-COM Active is a headband-style hearing protector with a built-in communication system, so a climber and the ground crew can talk while saws and chippers are running. Clear communication cuts down on hand signals and shouting during rigging and felling.

Why crews use headset comms

On a rigging job, the climber and the person on the lowering line need to be in sync. Hand signals work until a limb blocks the view, and shouting does not work at all with a saw running. A communication headset lets the climber call for slack, tension, or a stop clearly, which makes rigging safer and faster.

The X-COM Active combines that communication with hearing protection in one headband unit. Compare other communication systems if you need a helmet-mounted setup instead.

On crane jobs, headset comms between the climber, ground crew, and operator are often the difference between a smooth pick and a near miss. Even on everyday pruning, being able to say exactly which limb is coming down next keeps the drop zone clear and the crew working in step.

Fit and use

A headband model suits ground workers and anyone who does not wear a helmet with integrated muffs. Check that the cups seal fully around your ears; glasses arms and hair can break the seal and reduce protection.

Agree on standard calls before the job starts and confirm the system works before anyone leaves the ground. Communication gear supports, but does not replace, a clear work plan and trained crew. Follow ANSI Z133 and the maker's instructions.