Network Data Cable Installation
At Smart Construction Security, we specialise in data cable installations for businesses. As your data cabling could last for decades, it is crucial that you get it right. Evolution in IT and technology mean that your data cables are designed and installed with flexibility and growth in mind.
Data Cabling
A data cable enables baseband transmissions to flow from transmitter to receiver, including ethernet cables, networking media and optical fibre cables. Data cables are important as they cover a range of facets of a modern busibess, including PCs, Servers, BMS systems, Access Control, WiFi Access Points, CCTV and phone systems.
During data cable installation, the cables are usually hidden behind walls or in ceiling panels, keeping office space safe you will not even know the cables are there.
Why Choose SCS?
We install data cables for a wide range of businesses and sectors and can provide data cabling to keep pace with your operational demands long-term. We can also offer advice on network design, ensuring you obtain the best solution.
Installation-What to Expect
We consult with you before we install your cables, to ascertain the type of work involved. Typical questions might include:
Building Structure
The scale of the job will depend on the age of the building and whether it needs new wiring or additional cabling. If you have floorplans, we assess them to gage the scale of the building as copper Ethernet cables have a maximum distance of 100 metres; anything above this will require a fibre connection.
Fibre is usually used to join Comms Cabinets together and can run up to 400 metres at speeds of 40GB+. However, anything above 550 metres will need single mode fibre. We will also check whether there is any asbestos or similarly hazardous building materials in the building before we commence work.
Completion Date
We will need to establish your deadline for completion, whether it is imminent or in a few months. Adding data cables and updating cabling, can be both disruptive and messy, so we'll consider out of hours and weekend work where possible. Number of Voice and Data Drops.
A drop refers to one run of cable from its starting point (server room or the nearest Comms Cabinet) to the endpoint (floor/wall trunk or ceiling).
Network Speeds
This information will inform the decision on what type of cabling is needed, CAT5e/Cat 6/Cat 6a and CAT 7 or, if fibre, then OM1/ OM2/OM3/OM4 or OM5. Each type provides different speed and reliability, where the cable is less affected by interference. We can advise on what is most suitable and cost-effective for you premises.
Ceiling or Flooring Type
There are two types of ceiling: a hard cap ceiling and a drop/ acoustic suspended ceiling, with the latter being easier to work with as it provides better access for the data cables. Many modern offices have raised floors, suitable for underfloor cabling to floor ports containing mains power and ethernet connectivity. Wall trunking to house the required cabling is also an option if none of the above appeal.
Plenum or non-plenum cabling?
This will depend on the construction of your office; if your data cabling will be run in a ceiling that also contains the ventilation system, then you will need a plenum rated cable, coated in a fire- retardant plastic jacket, which limits the amount of smoke & toxic fumes, in the event of a fire. Once these requirements have been established, we can set a date to conduct a survey and analyse the layout, possible cable runs and Comms Cabinets for your premises. We'll then be able to provide you with a quote for our data cable installation service and arrange an installation date.
