[ Focus: Data communications]
Brand-Rex 10GPlus Zone cable is designed to
future-proof networks for
the emerging, higher speed protocols of tomorrow
Electrical contractors are in a good position to provide this service at the same time as installing and maintaining the electrical system
energy savings of 10-20 per cent can be achieved when compared with controlling each aspect of a building’s infrastructure separately.’ On a single converged structured network system
heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), CCTV, access control, security, windows and lighting can all be monitored. A BMS detects the temperature in offi ces and acts automatically to open windows and activate heating or air conditioning when necessary. Lee Funnell, EMEA technical manager at Siemon, states:
‘Most BMS manufacturers now integrate into the IP world. LED lighting is gaining a strong foothold, with PoE powering the lighting system, and IP CCTV is also growing stronger everyday. In this world where cost is becoming more and more important, having one single cabling contractor using one cable type makes perfect sense.’
Under guarantee Most premium branded structured cabling solutions providers offer performance-based warranties for systems that are installed by their ‘approved’ installers. These warranties can last up to 25 years, and most customers will require one as part of their project. Paul Jordan of J Brand, adds: ‘Becoming an approved
installer is dependent on attending a vendor specifi c training course for a particular system. Contractors also have to demonstrate competence, experience, scale and commitment to that manufacturer’s products and systems.’
About the author
Rob Shepherd Rob Shepherd is a freelance journalist and regular contributor to ECA Today, who has worked in the electrical contracting industry for more than 10 years.
Forward thinking There are clearly many opportunities for those wishing to diversify into data communications work; however, the message is clear that making this move requires meticulous planning, research and training. As reputations are built on experience and expertise, simply ‘having a go’ at data communications work, without the knowledge needed to do the job properly, is defi nitely not worth the risk.
56 ECA Today November 2011 Pole position
When the rights to host the British Grand Prix were awarded to Silverstone at the start of 2009, it triggered a wave of investment to ensure that the quality of the circuit’s facilities matched its position at the forefront of global motor sport. Central to the circuit’s redevelopment is the new Pit and Paddock Complex – the Silverstone Wing. It will provide teams, media, sponsors and corporate guests with the facilities expected at the top end of motor racing. The building comprises 41 garages along the pit lane, race control, a media centre, new podium, corporate hospitality and VIP spectator areas, as well as a fl exible conference and exhibition space. When selecting a structured cabling system manufacturer, Silverstone needed to ensure that the chosen supplier would deliver the performance, quality and reliability required, and be capable of supporting Silverstone’s needs over the longer term. HellermannTyton was identifi ed as the preferred supplier and the infrastructure includes a fl oodwired 1,600 point Category 6 copper network on a grid layout. Kevin O’Brien, Silverstone’s IT manager, said: ‘The
Category 6 wired network gives us the capacity and confi dence to deliver ultra reliable services including VoIP. It also ensures the building infrastructure will support future demands as yet unplanned, such as IPTV.’
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