Minneapolis-based integrator explains how professionally designed systems can extend cellular and satellite signals into commercial, industrial and specialized indoor environments
-- KonectaUSA is educating building owners, facility managers, contractors and public agencies about the role of in-building signal enhancement systems as reliable wireless communication becomes increasingly important to daily operations. The company designs, installs and supports commercial cellular repeater, GPS and satellite repeater, and public safety distributed antenna systems for facilities where construction materials or below-grade locations can interfere with signal reception.
Indoor signal problems can occur when concrete, structural steel, low-emissivity glass and other building materials reduce radio-frequency penetration. Large floor plans, underground areas and interior rooms located far from exterior walls may create additional coverage challenges.
These conditions can contribute to dropped calls, inconsistent mobile data connections and difficulty receiving satellite-based signals inside a facility.
The Federal Communications Commission recognizes that signal boosters can improve wireless coverage in areas with poor signal levels, including office buildings, schools, homes and vehicles. The agency also distinguishes professionally deployed industrial systems from consumer products and maintains rules intended to prevent harmful interference with wireless networks. Additional information about signal boosters is available through the Federal Communications Commission.
Understanding Cellular Repeater Systems
A commercial cell phone signal booster is designed to capture an available outdoor cellular signal, amplify it and redistribute it through antennas located within a building. System performance depends on factors such as the strength of the outdoor signal, the facility’s size and construction, the frequencies being used, device density and the placement of system components.
KonectaUSA’s cellular repeater systems are designed for commercial environments and support major U.S. carriers, as well as 4G LTE and 5G networks. Potential applications include offices, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, healthcare buildings, educational campuses, transportation facilities and public venues.
Unlike a residential, plug-in booster intended to cover a limited area, a commercial indoor cellular booster must be planned around the building’s specific signal conditions. A site evaluation may be used to identify weak-coverage areas, measure existing signal strength and document potential locations for antennas and cable paths. The resulting information can then be incorporated into a system design suited to the property.
Professionally engineered systems may help improve the reliability of voice calls, text messaging and mobile data in designated coverage areas. Results depend on the available source signal and the configuration of the installed equipment.
Bringing GPS and Satellite Signals Indoors
Cellular coverage and GPS reception involve different signal sources and system requirements. GPS devices receive signals transmitted from satellites, and those signals can become difficult to acquire inside steel-framed buildings, concrete structures, underground facilities and other enclosed environments.
A GPS repeater uses an exterior antenna to receive available satellite signals and carries those signals to equipment that rebroadcasts them within an approved indoor area. This approach can allow compatible devices to access GPS signals without being moved outside solely to establish reception.
KonectaUSA provides GPS and satellite repeater systems for settings such as aircraft hangars, vehicle-testing facilities, manufacturing plants, laboratories, data centers and underground operations centers. The company’s published system information also identifies support for satellite communications services, including Iridium and Inmarsat, where appropriate.
GPS repeaters may be useful when indoor equipment relies on satellite signals for testing, timing, tracking or other operational functions. Because signal rebroadcasting can involve technical and regulatory considerations, KonectaUSA offers licensing support as part of its GPS repeater services.
Evaluating an In-Building Signal Project
Building owners considering signal enhancement should first determine which type of coverage is needed. Cellular systems, GPS repeaters and public safety radio systems serve different purposes and should not be treated as interchangeable.
A project evaluation should consider:
- The areas where signal problems occur
- The building’s materials, size and number of floors
- The cellular carriers or satellite services that must be supported
- The number and types of connected devices
- Applicable carrier, federal and local requirements
- Testing, monitoring and long-term maintenance needs
KonectaUSA’s project process can include consultation, site surveying, custom system design, installation, post-installation testing, certification and ongoing support. Additional details about the available systems can be found at KonectaUSA.com.
About KonectaUSA
KonectaUSA is a Minneapolis-based integrator of professional in-building signal repeater systems. The company designs, installs and supports cellular repeater systems, GPS and satellite repeaters, and public safety distributed antenna systems for commercial, industrial, institutional and public-sector facilities. Services are available for projects across the United States and Canada.
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