From the detection of natural disasters to smart power and water utility management that extends into smart homes, smart buildings, and smart city solutions, LoRaWAN opens an array of new opportunities for service providers. LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) has transformed IoT by enabling data communication over long distances while using very little power. [...]

Long Term Evolution (LTE), or fourth-generation (4G) networks, are the standard in mobile connectivity technology all over the world, with 5G being rolled out slowly and only really suitable for dense urban areas, 4G/LTE is here to stay. [...]

With the rise in demand for network capacity and higher throughput, it is becoming more common for ISP’s to look further into the spectrum for a more reliable and interference-free solution. Siklu has released a license-free 17 GHz solution that delivers the most reliable and stable microwave links, with a throughput up to 1Gbps Full-Duplex on busy sites in challenging conditions. [...]

It is easy for those with deep pockets to invest in high-end surveillance systems but not so easy for those with limited funds – until now! Facial recognition is the here and now of surveillance and Uniview has released their top-of-the-range, deep learning and artificially intelligent surveillance technology that is both affordable and effective.  [...]

The first industrial unmanaged switch from Teltonika Networks is now available online and in-store! This PoE plus switch makes the impossible possible and is equipped with five gigabit Ethernet ports, four of which support IEEE 802.3af and IEEE802.3at PoE standards. Ideal for professional high bandwidth applications, this switch has 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports for an economical high-bandwidth solution. [...]

As we move into the 4th industrial revolution we have seen the emergence of a number of innovative new technologies that will allow us to connect in ways that we have never seen before. A particular technology that is driving this revolution is the latest IEEE Wi-Fi standard,802.11ax, commonly known as Wi-Fi 6. As we consume more bandwidth with things like 4K streaming, online gaming and virtual reality, the demand for faster wireless speeds and the ability to serve a higher number of connected clients become more prominent - this is where Wi-Fi 6 answers our call.  [...]

Fibre ISPs are going wireless for their last-mile connectivity to reach clients faster than ever before. Both large and small ISPs are realising that wireless is a valid solution for last-mile broadband. The latest last-mile wireless solutions available from MiRO enables fibre ISPs to get their clients connected much faster and at a competitively low cost.  [...]

Whether you are building a solar system for a small home application or a large-scale industrial application, there are a few battery options to choose from. The two most common battery types being lead-acid batteries and lithium-ion batteries. While lead-acid batteries have dominated the market, the growing popularity of lithium-ion batteries has made it a valuable component in any solar system. To offer our clients the choice and flexibly, we stock a vast range of lead-acid batteries and have recently partnered with Shoto to bring you affordable lithium batteries.   [...]

In an effort to minimise physical contact, many companies around the world are choosing touchless biometrics as their first line of defence. In addition to improved authentication accuracy, these touchless solutions offer multifactor biometrics, making them even more relevant today.  [...]

South Africa is blessed with its wide-open spaces and park-like suburbs. However, this can sometimes be challenging for ISP’s as these areas are vulnerable to interference. To address this challenge, we have partnered wit Mimosa Networks to offer you the C5c radio! [...]

It is now possible to extend a gigabit-class broadband network using IgniteNet’s MetroLinq series, a license-free wireless solution that utilises the 60 GHz, 5 GHz, and 2.4 GHz ISM bands. 60 GHz wireless is ideal for fibre-like wireless deployments and a great alternative to fibre in terms of speed and cost. [...]

Both 5G cellular and the Internet of Things (IoT) will continue to enjoy widespread adoption in the next few years. Smart city applications are the primary driver for these enhanced mobile broadband-based 5G services and IoT applications. However, building a smart city network can be an expensive and slow process and places more pressure on mobile operators to meet the capacity demands of bandwidth-intensive data services. These services include connectivity for intelligent transportation systems, Wi-Fi hotspots, public safety cameras and broadband connections to municipal anchors such as schools, hospitals, and libraries. [...]

Wi-Fi Routers are an essential part of the modern home or small office network and can offer a plethora of functions beyond simply sending and receiving data. ISPs need to deliver and turn on internet service to their customers from day one – and we make it easy to do so with our Cambium residential series. Cambium’s home and small office Wi-Fi routers are purpose-built to enable ISPs to deliver on their promises. The cnPilot R195W, R190V and the R190W routers all provide low-cost, robust performance that extends end-to-end broadband service all the way into subscribers’ homes. [...]

Uniview’s quality IP video surveillance offering just got smarter with the human body detection feature now available on all Easy and Prime I series bullet, dome, and turret cameras. When a human body appears in the perimeter area, the figure will be identified and framed, and alarms will be triggered. These cameras can detect up to four human figures simultaneously. This new feature reduces false alarms caused by pets, bugs, and tree movements and allows you to save storage space and bandwidth.  [...]

A stable electricity supply is one of the core ingredients to support remote working, however, power outages can result in a loss of productivity levels. There are different ways of trying to address this, but none quite as simple and cost-effective as the Acconet Power over Ethernet (PoE) Smart-UPS. [...]

With the potential for more loadshedding on the horizon, taking advantage of instant renewable energy forms, such as solar and wind, have become essential. Eskom COO, Jan Oberholzer, and a recent CSIR report said we face loadshedding for at least the next 18 months, with 2022 likely to be the most challenging year ever for energy availability. We live in a country where sunny days are the norm and solar power is more than possible. Renewable solar energy is no longer out of reach to many and prices are expected to continue to drop, bringing this within reach of the average household. [...]

Many companies have recognised the value of modern technology that enables employees to work from home. This technology has enabled businesses to implement a centralised communication system to retain employee productivity and efficiency of employees working from home. It is as simple as connecting your work from home employees to the company communication system with a VoIP phone, such as the Snom D712. The D712 can be preconfigured and connected to a Wi-Fi router. [...]

With the footprint of wireless communications broadening exponentially, WISPs and ISPs are looking for maximum performance when deploying their backhaul solutions. There has been an increased interest in licensed backhaul links lately, possibly because microwave backhaul links offer a better cost-per-bit ratio than fibre, without compromising on availability or reliability. The benefits of having a licensed link include rapid deployment, long-distance wireless connectivity, and high throughput speeds all without having to dig a single trench for a fibre line. [...]

Wi-Fi within the hospitality, healthcare, and education environments are particularly demanding on integrators. These environments often need to serve many concurrent connections within close proximity. To complicate things further, there are different types of users and user groups such as guests, scholars or staff, for which different rules and policies need to be applied. The challenge integrators face is two-pronged. Firstly, they need to find the correct hardware that can handle these demanding environments while enabling effective, centralised management and easy installation with minimum disruption to the environment where the access points are being installed. The second challenge is doing this at a price point that fits within the integrators’ budget and ensures a maximum long-term return of investment for all parties. [...]

With the increased demand for connectivity, more and more radios are deployed, and sustainability is put on the backburner resulting in massive amounts of noise. Enter the RF Elements ultimate noise-rejecting, directional horn antenna, with carrier-class performance: the UltraHorn™ CC 5-24. [...]