We live in a world that relies on various wireless technologies to communicate with one another. For the general consumer, infrastructure elements such as strong cellular, radio, and Wi-Fi signals have moved beyond being a luxury into a matter of safety and security. Radio and cellular signals are often weakened in large buildings and other…
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What’s the difference between passive and active distributed antenna systems (DAS)? We hear this question a lot in our field. To put it simply, a distributed antenna system, or DAS, is a clustered installation of antennas to boost cellular network coverage in areas with weak signal. ACTIVE DAS Active DAS simply means the components require…
When we talk about ‘In-Building Wireless’ (IBW), what do we actually mean? Though ‘IBW” may sound like one set-in-stone solution, in actuality, that single term encompasses an entire class of diverse, specialized solutions and technologies – that enterprise owners, managers and architects must understand in order to implement the right IBW solution for their space,…
State-of-the-art emergency responder communication systems are critical in daily operations and emergency situations alike. Natural disasters, fires, large crime scenes, or even everyday accidents require a swift and reliable system for first responders. It’s no secret that the quantity and severity of mass shootings in the U.S. is on an upward trajectory that shows no…
For facilities managers, building owners and architects, building wireless solutions should be front of mind to ensure the best enterprise connectivity options available. Of course, there are situations, where clients are unfamiliar with solutions other than Wi-Fi, or concern over building wireless complexity vs. Wi-Fi simplicity causes hesitation. However, most enterprise networks will need the…
Police two-way radios are essential pieces of equipment, to protect citizens as well as the officers themselves from harm. Public safety, police, firefighters, EMTs and emergency-response professionals know the essentials of two-way radio use because it’s so central to their work. What Is An ERRCS? An emergency responder radio communication systems is an extension of…
In our fast-paced world, consumers are constantly swapping out used devices for the newest gadget. The ever-present call for the hottest new feature and the most instantaneous service is tightening its grip on the manufacturing industry. So how will manufacturers keep up with the pace of this ever-growing demand for complex goods? 5G might be…
The rise in a variety of digital offerings created to meet heightened consumer expectations across many industries have carriers and venue owners scrambling. Luckily for these carriers and venue owners, several wireless technologies – such as repeaters, small cells, and DAS, are available to address network coverage issues for consumers in highly-populated areas. For years,…
You have probably heard the phrase 5G wireless network technology being tossed around, but what does it mean exactly and why should you care about it within your own businesses? To put it simply, 5G is the newest generation of mobile networks that have been created. This particular global wireless network has been designed to…
During the planning stage, a developer or owner needs to ensure that the building will support an Emergency Response Radio Communications System (ERRCS) if it is required. We can review plans to ensure the infrastructure is in place to facilitate ERRCS installation if testing shows it is required. This includes conduit and cable paths for…