Private Wireless Network Solutions

A private wireless network solution refers to the installation of a wireless local area network bridge between buildings that are difficult or costly to cable. There is no doubt that physical cabling, if feasible and cost effective should be the choice over a wireless solution for a private network. Typical installations are those where there is no underground or overhead link between buildings. To run cable would require the need to dig up roads or fields. In these cases our wireless bridges can often be installed at a fraction of the cost.

Our installations typically include Industrial units, Caravan Parks, Business Parks, Farm buildings, Gate houses, Race Courses, even Safari Parks etc. Wireless bridges usually fall in to three categories:

• Point to Point (PTP); Main office can see another building with no obstructions (direct line of sight).
• Point to Multipoint (PMP); One office, usually the main office hosting all the services such as Phones, Internet Access, Security Systems etc can see other offices with no obstructions (direct line of sight to each).
• Multi Point to Multi Point (MTM); Main office cannot directly see the building requiring access to the wireless LAN (no direct line of sight), but can see a building visible from both buildings. Here a bridge to both may be installed.

The key difference here to our public venues is the type of application. Our private networks are generally used to carry data that is private to the business. They are not open for the public to connect. Example applications include:

• File sharing and print sharing
• Voice in the form of VoIP. Key benefits are discussed in our VoIP section. A remote building requiring a telephone probably has its own line, hence a monthly rental charge. A wireless bridge with our VoIP solution would eliminate this cost and allow the phone to behave as a normal extension to the main office.
• Remote video surveillance linked back to a central recorder
• E-Mail and Internet shared through the central gateway avoiding additional ADSL and line rental charges.
• Pass Control Systems ie security passes to enter and exit doors using swipe cards for example.

We use the word ‘solution’ as we are not in the business of just selling equipment. There are many factors to consider when wirelessly connecting buildings. Often, a mix of technologies can provide a better, more cost effective and stable solution. No two installations are the same.

We will always offer a FREE site survey to gain an understanding of your needs and assess the environment where equipment will be installed.