Overcoming Critical Network Readiness Barriers When Deploying IP Cameras in Gas Station Environments
Surveillance is paramount for IT and Security System Managers in the gas station industry (filling stations/petrol stations). This resource will provide guidance and crucial considerations as you transition from analog to IP cameras or set up a new IP surveillance system in a gas station environment. We’ll discuss the vital role of security cameras in these settings, critical considerations for IP camera deployment, and the challenges unique to gas stations.
Additionally, we’ll cover integrating IP cameras with existing security systems, best practices for camera installation, and ways to maximize return on investment (ROI). Let’s explore the process of effectively implementing IP cameras in a gas station environment.
Why Gas Stations Need Security Cameras
Gas stations can be prone to criminal activities due to their 24/7 operations and external POS terminals. Implementing a robust security system, including IP cameras, is a must. Here are three reasons why security cameras are non-negotiable for gas stations:
Deterrence of criminal activities: Security cameras act as a significant deterrent to potential criminals. Knowing their actions are being recorded reduces the likelihood of theft, vandalism, and other criminal activities. The mere visibility of security cameras can discourage potential criminals.
Ensuring customer and employee safety: Security cameras are essential in creating a safe environment for customers and employees. They can quickly identify suspicious behavior or potential threats, and the recorded footage can serve as valuable evidence for law enforcement agencies.
Transaction monitoring: Strategically positioned IP cameras can capture clear images of fuel pump transactions, ensuring accuracy and preventing fraudulent activities. By monitoring these transactions, discrepancies, or unauthorized activities, such as card skimming or pump tampering, can be identified, protecting the business’s financial interests.
Considerations When Deploying IP Cameras at the Pump
When implementing IP cameras in a gas station environment, several key considerations must be considered. These considerations will ensure the cameras are effectively selected, positioned, and connected. Here are the three main factors to consider:
Selecting the appropriate IP camera models: The cameras must be designed for outdoor environments. Outdoor IP cameras must be weatherproof and vandal-resistant, with a wide dynamic range. Choose IP camera models that meet these requirements for reliable performance, durability, and interoperability with existing systems.
Optimal camera placement: Proper camera placement is crucial for effective surveillance. Key areas include fuel pumps, entrance and exit points, cashier areas, and parking lots. Strategically placing cameras in these locations will maximize coverage and capture necessary details.
Building a robust network infrastructure: A secure and robust network infrastructure is essential for effectively enabling IP cameras. This includes sufficient bandwidth to support high-quality video streaming. Enterprise-grade long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) innovations, like those offered by NVT Phybridge, can deliver power and data to the IP cameras over new or existing cabling to reduce network readiness costs, project complexity, and cyber security concerns.
Overcoming Challenges in Gas Station Environments
Gas station environments pose unique challenges when it comes to implementing IP cameras. IT and physical security teams must address several challenges to ensure optimal surveillance and security.
Weather conditions: Gas stations are exposed to various weather conditions, potentially damaging the cameras and affecting their performance. To overcome this, choose IP cameras designed to withstand outdoor environments. Look for cameras with weatherproof and temperature-resistant features.
Lighting and glare: Proper lighting is essential for capturing clear, detailed video footage. However, gas stations often have bright lights and glare, which can cause overexposure and wash out the images. To optimize image quality, consider IP cameras with advanced image sensors and technologies, such as wide dynamic range (WDR) and backlight compensation (BLC).
Protection from vandalism and tampering: Gas stations are prone to vandalism and tampering, which can compromise the security of the premises. Choose cameras with robust construction and tamper-resistant features to safeguard your surveillance system. Look for cameras with impact-resistant housings, vandal-proof domes, and built-in tamper detection capabilities.
Networking Best Practices for IP Camera Installation
When implementing IP cameras in a gas station environment, following modern networking best practices will help ensure optimal performance and return on investment. Here are some key considerations:
Ensure a purpose-built LAN: As proposed in this Frost & Sullivan whitepaper, planning an effective network must start with the endpoint requirements. Avoid the “one-size-fits-all” mentality to design and optimize the network for the devices and applications it supports.
Network convergence: While integrating your physical security network with other systems on the core network may seem convenient, it may present cyber security vulnerabilities. Consult network design partners to ensure the right balance between system integration and cyber security risks to minimize core network breach potential.
Power over Ethernet innovations: Leverage new long-reach PoE innovations, like those from NVT Phybridge, to deliver power and data to IP cameras and other security devices over longer distances, up to 18 farther than standard switches in some cases.
Cable management and routing: Proper cable management is essential for maintaining an organized installation. This not only enhances aesthetics but also prevents accidental cable damage. Mount the cameras securely and secure the cables to avoid any hazards.
Testing and optimization: Before finalizing the installation, test and optimize the camera performance. This involves checking the video quality, adjusting camera angles, and configuring the camera settings to meet the specific requirements of the gas station environment.
Maximizing Digital Transformation ROI with NVT Phybridge
Reduce network readiness costs by leveraging existing network cabling. PoE innovations, like those offered by NVT Phybridge, leverage any new or existing single-pair UTP, coax, multi-pair UTP, and 2-wire cabling to deliver power and data to IP cameras. Using existing network cabling also simplifies network design, accelerates digital transformation timelines, and can help organizations achieve sustainability objectives by reducing e-waste significantly. Reallocate network infrastructure cost savings towards ROI-driving devices and applications.
Additionally, the NVT Phybridge CCMT Switch Configuration Tool allows users to configure, manage, and upgrade their NVT Phybridge managed switches from a single application to reduce complexity and network management costs. This tool helps users manage switches across multiple locations to improve internal efficiencies, minimize network maintenance costs, and reduce the risk of human error.
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Author – Nicolas Puello
Team Lead – Sales Engineering, NVT Phybridge
Regina Wilkerson’s Achievements Celebrated with the NVT Phybridge Network Innovator Award
Regina Wilkerson Wins NVT Phybridge Network Innovator Award
We are thrilled to announce that Regina Wilkerson, a valued member of our partner community, has won an NVT Phybridge Network Innovator Award! This accolade is a testament to Regina’s unwavering commitment to digital transformation innovation and excellence.
Commitment to Excellence
At the heart of Regina’s success is a profound dedication to improving digital transformation outcomes for customers by leveraging innovations in network design and Power over Ethernet (PoE) solutions. Together, we celebrate significant infrastructure cost savings achieved for clients that enhance return on investment with more of the customer’s budget allocated to IP endpoints and applications. In addition to a better ROI, the digital transformation aligns with environmental sustainability initiatives by reducing/eliminating cabling and electronic e-waste. Regina Wilkerson helped the customer overcome the reach and cable type limitations of standard switches by introducing PoE innovations and a modern network design approach. Regina helped the customer establish a secure, robust, and high-performance network consistent with Frost & Sullivan’s Modern LAN principles.
Transformative Impact
The success of this project underlines the importance of innovative PoE solutions in facilitating smoother, more secure, and less disruptive digital transformation pathways for customers. At NVT Phybridge, we believe it’s crucial to highlight and celebrate our partners’ remarkable achievements and success. The Network Innovator Award serves as a beacon of their outstanding achievements and the incredible value they bring to customers. We encourage others in the industry to follow in their footsteps, embracing innovation and environmental responsibility equally.
Congratulations
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Regina and everyone at Cornerstone Detention Products for this well-deserved recognition. Your dedication to innovation and digital transformation is truly inspiring. We look forward to witnessing your continued success. Thank you for being an exemplary member of our partner community and for your significant contributions to the world of digital transformation.
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BOOK A MEETINGNew York Skyscraper Modernizes Surveillance Without High Network Costs or Complexity
New York Skyscraper Uses FLEX24-10G to Save Over $90,000 During IP Surveillance Deployment
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Summary
Challenge
An iconic skyscraper in the New York city skyline needed to replace its outdated analog surveillance system with a new high-resolution IP camera solution for improved security and monitoring throughout the facility. However, long reach requirements and traditional PoE switch reach and cable type limitations would require the customer to rip and replace the existing infrastructure which would result in high costs, risk, and business disruption. The customer was also very concerned with the impact on the core network, which was physically separate and had limitations in terms of bandwidth and scalability. The customer needed a solution to resolve these issues and enable a smooth transition to IP surveillance.
Solution
The reseller partner had used NVT Phybridge networking innovations in the past with great success and recommended the NVT Phybridge FLEX24-10G long-reach PoE switch. The reseller was confident in recommending NVT Phybridge Power over Ethernet solutions and organized a Proof of Concept (POC) to test the solution in the customer’s environment.
After a few simple setup steps, the FLEX24-10G transformed the existing and reliable network cabling into a robust and secure PoE backbone for the new IP cameras. The FLEX24-10G switch is the most versatile PoE switch on the market and delivers up to 50 Watts of power (PoE++) and 10/100/1000 Mbps symmetrical, full-duplex, over 2 or 4 pair UTP (unshielded twisted pairs) cabling with up to 2,000ft (610m) reach. The customer was confident in the solution’s ability to solve the IP migration barriers.
Result
The customer used the FLEX24-10G switch to reduce network readiness costs by over $90,000 to deploy over 250 new IP cameras throughout the skyscraper while reducing risk, complexity, and disruption. The NVT Phybridge solution enabled the reseller partner to transform the customer’s existing network cabling infrastructure into a robust and secure PoE backbone for the new system, eliminating the need for additional IDF closets. By leveraging the FLEX24-10G switch to complete the IP upgrade the customer was able to deploy the new IP surveillance system with minimal network downtime, while eliminating the need for costly re-cabling and establishing a physically separate network for the new, high resolution IP camera system.
By providing an innovative and versatile solution to help the customer save both time and money, the reseller was able to expedite deployment timelines and enhance security and monitoring capabilities, ensuring a safer environment within the skyscraper. In addition, the customer furthered its commitment to environmental sustainability by preventing over 3,200 pounds of e-waste during the IP upgrade. The customer now has access to advanced security and monitoring capabilities, ensuring a safer environment within the facility.
Enabling Sustainable Digital Transformation
The customer values revitalization and renewal. Smart technology and continuous improvement allow the customer to use more clean energy, more efficiently than ever. Additionally, the facility was designed with world-class sustainable design principles and practices to help achieve their commitment of an 80 percent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025. In line with its ongoing environmental sustainability initiatives, the customer used NVT Phybridge network technologies to prevent over 3,200 pounds of cabling e-waste by leveraging its existing infrastructure.
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Cyber-Security Update – January 8, 2024
Oakville, January 2024 – During the holiday season, one of our partners fell prey to what we now understand to be a “man in the middle” + “domain spoofing” cyber attack. Incidents like this illustrate the importance of our cybersecurity protocols.
On Thursday January 4, 2024, it was brought to our attention that there was a spoofing attack using a fraudulent domain, asking to change banking details to send money to a fraudulent third-party. Unfortunately, the partner did not attempt to verify the authenticity of the communication. After a thorough investigation, it is clear that the malicious actors did not and do not have access to NVT Phybridge email servers.
We would like to assure our partners and customers that NVT Phybridge takes extreme preventive measures to prevent these types of attacks and safeguard our stakeholders. We are in communication with the partner to help them resolve and strengthen their cyber security measures to assist in safeguarding their operations.
Here are some of the ways we help protect our employees from malicious actors.
We have reported the fraudulent domain to Google and the EU domain authorities, as this domain was registered in Holland. The fraudulent domain did not have DNS details for the domain, hosting, or MX records, which clearly points to a spoofing attack.
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Deploying IP Cameras in Gas Stations
Overcoming Critical Network Readiness Barriers When Deploying IP Cameras in Gas Station Environments
Surveillance is paramount for IT and Security System Managers in the gas station industry (filling stations/petrol stations). This resource will provide guidance and crucial considerations as you transition from analog to IP cameras or set up a new IP surveillance system in a gas station environment. We’ll discuss the vital role of security cameras in these settings, critical considerations for IP camera deployment, and the challenges unique to gas stations.
Additionally, we’ll cover integrating IP cameras with existing security systems, best practices for camera installation, and ways to maximize return on investment (ROI). Let’s explore the process of effectively implementing IP cameras in a gas station environment.
Why Gas Stations Need Security Cameras
Gas stations can be prone to criminal activities due to their 24/7 operations and external POS terminals. Implementing a robust security system, including IP cameras, is a must. Here are three reasons why security cameras are non-negotiable for gas stations:
Deterrence of criminal activities: Security cameras act as a significant deterrent to potential criminals. Knowing their actions are being recorded reduces the likelihood of theft, vandalism, and other criminal activities. The mere visibility of security cameras can discourage potential criminals.
Ensuring customer and employee safety: Security cameras are essential in creating a safe environment for customers and employees. They can quickly identify suspicious behavior or potential threats, and the recorded footage can serve as valuable evidence for law enforcement agencies.
Transaction monitoring: Strategically positioned IP cameras can capture clear images of fuel pump transactions, ensuring accuracy and preventing fraudulent activities. By monitoring these transactions, discrepancies, or unauthorized activities, such as card skimming or pump tampering, can be identified, protecting the business’s financial interests.
Considerations When Deploying IP Cameras at the Pump
When implementing IP cameras in a gas station environment, several key considerations must be considered. These considerations will ensure the cameras are effectively selected, positioned, and connected. Here are the three main factors to consider:
Selecting the appropriate IP camera models: The cameras must be designed for outdoor environments. Outdoor IP cameras must be weatherproof and vandal-resistant, with a wide dynamic range. Choose IP camera models that meet these requirements for reliable performance, durability, and interoperability with existing systems.
Optimal camera placement: Proper camera placement is crucial for effective surveillance. Key areas include fuel pumps, entrance and exit points, cashier areas, and parking lots. Strategically placing cameras in these locations will maximize coverage and capture necessary details.
Building a robust network infrastructure: A secure and robust network infrastructure is essential for effectively enabling IP cameras. This includes sufficient bandwidth to support high-quality video streaming. Enterprise-grade long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) innovations, like those offered by NVT Phybridge, can deliver power and data to the IP cameras over new or existing cabling to reduce network readiness costs, project complexity, and cyber security concerns.
Overcoming Challenges in Gas Station Environments
Gas station environments pose unique challenges when it comes to implementing IP cameras. IT and physical security teams must address several challenges to ensure optimal surveillance and security.
Weather conditions: Gas stations are exposed to various weather conditions, potentially damaging the cameras and affecting their performance. To overcome this, choose IP cameras designed to withstand outdoor environments. Look for cameras with weatherproof and temperature-resistant features.
Lighting and glare: Proper lighting is essential for capturing clear, detailed video footage. However, gas stations often have bright lights and glare, which can cause overexposure and wash out the images. To optimize image quality, consider IP cameras with advanced image sensors and technologies, such as wide dynamic range (WDR) and backlight compensation (BLC).
Protection from vandalism and tampering: Gas stations are prone to vandalism and tampering, which can compromise the security of the premises. Choose cameras with robust construction and tamper-resistant features to safeguard your surveillance system. Look for cameras with impact-resistant housings, vandal-proof domes, and built-in tamper detection capabilities.
Networking Best Practices for IP Camera Installation
When implementing IP cameras in a gas station environment, following modern networking best practices will help ensure optimal performance and return on investment. Here are some key considerations:
Ensure a purpose-built LAN: As proposed in this Frost & Sullivan whitepaper, planning an effective network must start with the endpoint requirements. Avoid the “one-size-fits-all” mentality to design and optimize the network for the devices and applications it supports.
Network convergence: While integrating your physical security network with other systems on the core network may seem convenient, it may present cyber security vulnerabilities. Consult network design partners to ensure the right balance between system integration and cyber security risks to minimize core network breach potential.
Power over Ethernet innovations: Leverage new long-reach PoE innovations, like those from NVT Phybridge, to deliver power and data to IP cameras and other security devices over longer distances, up to 18 farther than standard switches in some cases.
Cable management and routing: Proper cable management is essential for maintaining an organized installation. This not only enhances aesthetics but also prevents accidental cable damage. Mount the cameras securely and secure the cables to avoid any hazards.
Testing and optimization: Before finalizing the installation, test and optimize the camera performance. This involves checking the video quality, adjusting camera angles, and configuring the camera settings to meet the specific requirements of the gas station environment.
Maximizing Digital Transformation ROI with NVT Phybridge
Reduce network readiness costs by leveraging existing network cabling. PoE innovations, like those offered by NVT Phybridge, leverage any new or existing single-pair UTP, coax, multi-pair UTP, and 2-wire cabling to deliver power and data to IP cameras. Using existing network cabling also simplifies network design, accelerates digital transformation timelines, and can help organizations achieve sustainability objectives by reducing e-waste significantly. Reallocate network infrastructure cost savings towards ROI-driving devices and applications.
Additionally, the NVT Phybridge CCMT Switch Configuration Tool allows users to configure, manage, and upgrade their NVT Phybridge managed switches from a single application to reduce complexity and network management costs. This tool helps users manage switches across multiple locations to improve internal efficiencies, minimize network maintenance costs, and reduce the risk of human error.
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Team Lead – Sales Engineering, NVT Phybridge
Introducing the NVT Phybridge FLEX24-10G Promotion
The Promotion has ended as of June 30th, 2024. Please click here to see our current promotions.
Save up to 15% on the Enterprise-Grade FLEX24-10G Long-Reach PoE Switch
Oakville, October 2023 — NVT Phybridge, a global leader in long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) solutions, is excited to introduce its FLEX24-10G Promotion. Receive up to 15% off the industry-leading FLEX24-10G switch at participating distributors from January 2, 2024, to June 30, 2024 – or while stocks last. Click here to see the full list of participating distributors and to learn more about the promotion.
Organizations worldwide use the FLEX24-10G switch to improve digital transformation projects, simplifying network readiness requirements to enable IP phones, IP cameras, access control terminals, WiFi access points, IP intercom, and other IEEE-compliant devices.
FLEX24-10G Key Benefits
Join our growing community of satisfied customers, including the Toronto Transit Commission, who used FLEX24-10G switches to enable over 1,500 IP intercom devices across 75 subway stations without unnecessary network readiness costs, complexity, or business disruption. The FLEX24-10G switch delivers up to 50 Watts of power (PoE++) and 10/100/1000 Mbps symmetrical, full-duplex, over 2 or 4 pair UTP (unshielded twisted pairs) cabling with up to 2,000ft (610m) reach – six times farther than standard switches.
Click here to learn more about the FLEX24-10G Promotion, view the full list of participating distributors, and register your project with us to receive additional discounts.
About NVT Phybridge
NVT Phybridge is a global leader in long-reach Power over Ethernet switches and extender solutions. They help organizations simplify and accelerate IP migration projects by eliminating costly infrastructure requirements. NVT Phybridge Power over Ethernet switches and extenders provides Ethernet and PoE up to 24 times farther than standard switches. Unlike other networking solutions that require the implementation of the latest network cabling, NVT Phybridge PoE solutions leverage any new or existing unshielded twisted pair (UTP), coax, or 2-wire infrastructure to enable IP devices up to 70% faster, delivering incredible ROI without the high costs, complexity, or disruption of a major network overhaul.
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BOOK A MEETINGAmerican Luxury Jeweler Upgrades Physical Security in Retail Stores to Improve Safety and Loss Prevention
Luxury Jeweler Upgrades Retail Store Security in Line with Its Corporate Sustainability Objectives
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Summary
Problem
Several of the luxury jeweler’s US retail stores relied on an outdated analog camera system, which could no longer meet modern security and safety requirements. The organization decided it was time to deploy a new IP camera solution in its retail stores to improve security, keep staff and shoppers safe, and implement advanced loss prevention capabilities of an IP-based platform.
A coax-based network infrastructure supported the existing analog camera system. The luxury jeweler was concerned with the cost and business disruption associated with re-cabling the facility to support the new IP camera solution. The organization required an innovative solution to overcome its digital transformation barriers and modernize security without high network readiness costs, complexity, long deployment times, and business disruption.
Solution
Kris Jordan, the Vice President of Loss Detection Inc., discovered the NVT Phybridge CLEER24-10G switch and organized a proof-of-concept to test the solution on-site. The CLEER24-10G Ethernet over Coax switch delivers up to 50 Watts of power (PoE++) and 10/100 Mbps symmetrical, full-duplex, over coax cabling with up to 6,000ft (1,830m) reach – 18 times the reach of standard switches.
After a few simple setup steps, the CLEER24-10G switch transformed the existing coax-based infrastructure into a power-packed and robust PoE backbone with more than enough bandwidth to support the new IP cameras. Both Kris Jordan and the customer were impressed and decided to move forward with the digital transformation project.
Result
Loss Detection Inc. used the NVT Phybridge CLEER24-10G switch to deploy over 300 new IP cameras across 10 retail locations, with plenty of room to expand the system in the future. “Thanks to the CLEER24-10G switch, we were able to accelerate the IP migration while allocating infrastructure cost savings towards devices and applications, which significantly improved ROI and loss prevention measures,” said Kris Jordan, VP of Loss Detection Inc.
The CLEER24-10G switch helped the customer reduce its digital transformation costs by approximately USD $90,000 by leveraging its existing network infrastructure to simplify deployment and reduce unnecessary network readiness costs. The solution also eliminated business disruption and loss of revenue by avoiding the traditional and outdated rip-and-replace model and the associated complexity. The customer used Frost & Sullivan’s Modern LAN principles to maintain its physically separate network for the physical security solution to improve the security of the overall system.
Enabling Sustainable Digital Transformation
In line with the luxury jeweler’s sustainability objectives, the organization used the CLEER24-10G switch to leverage existing infrastructure assets to prevent 10,500 pounds of e-waste during its physical security digital transformation. Due to the project’s success, the luxury jeweler will use NVT Phybridge Ethernet over Coax solutions to deploy IP cameras in nine UK stores to improve loss prevention measures without high network readiness costs or business disruption.
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BOOK A MEETINGNVT Phybridge & pCare Help a Large Healthcare System Deploy IPTV Without High Costs, Complexity, or Disruption While Aligning with Sustainability Objectives
NVT Phybridge & pCare: Cost-Effective IPTV for Sustainable Healthcare
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Summary
Intro
A prominent healthcare institution serving the New York metropolitan area aimed to undergo a significant digital transformation, including implementing IPTV to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Problem
The healthcare organization wanted to avoid running new cabling to each patient room due to high costs, complexity, and disruption to patient care. pCare, a leader in interactive patient experience solutions, suggested leveraging the existing coax infrastructure to support the new ITPV system. However, the initial EoC hardware did not deliver a robust and secure connection to the IPTV devices, requiring a better-performing solution.
Solution
The team at pCare discovered NVT Phybridge and was promptly connected to a healthcare digital transformation specialist. The end user customer had an existing Cisco network and wanted to avoid adding switches from other manufacturers. Being vendor agnostic, NVT Phybridge products are tested and approved for interoperability with Cisco networking and unified communication solutions. Therefore, NVT Phybridge recommended its industry-leading portfolio of Ethernet over Coax extender kits to deliver power and data over coax to the new IPTV devices. The Ethernet over Coax extender kits supercharged the downlink ports of the existing Cisco switches to deliver power and data (symmetrical, full duplex) over the existing coax-based infrastructure with up to 6,000ft (1,830m) reach, 18 times farther than standard Ethernet switches.
NVT Phybridge helped pCare organize a no-cost, no-obligation proof of concept to test the solution on-site. pCare was impressed with the outcomes and decided to proceed with the IPTV deployment.
Result
The pCare team used NVT Phybridge Ethernet over Coax extenders to deploy over 550 new IPTV positions throughout a large hospital environment using the existing coax-based infrastructure. As expected, the extender solutions integrated seamlessly with the existing Cisco network to deliver reliable and robust connectivity to the IPTV endpoints. pCare used industry-leading Ethernet over Coax solutions to avoid re-cabling, accelerate deployment times, and reduce network readiness costs.
“The NVT Phybridge solution allowed us to meet the customer’s needs and deploy IPTV in difficult environments without high costs or business disruption,” said Mark Cortina, CTO at pCare. Satisfied with the digital transformation outcomes, the healthcare system plans to leverage NVT Phybridge technology to deploy hundreds more IPTV devices in three more of its hospitals under the same umbrella.
Sustainability
The healthcare system acknowledges the vital link between human health and the well-being of our environment. Through adopting sustainable practices, its mission is to create a healthier environment for patients, teams, and the communities they serve. The organization is dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 through ongoing improvements to ensure responsible progress while upholding its commitment to environmental stewardship.
Further to its sustainability commitments, the hospital leveraged its existing infrastructure assets to eliminate the need to remove and replace the existing coax cabling. When all phases of the digital transformation are complete, it is estimated that the organization will have prevented approximately 18 metric tons of e-waste from entering landfills.
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Achieve More with Less with the NVT Phybridge 1701+ Promotion
The Promotion has ended as of March 29, 2024. Please click here to see our current promotions.
Save up to 20% on 1701+ Extender Kits Through Select Distribution Partners and Unlock the Power of Long-Reach Ethernet
Oakville, October 2023 — NVT Phybridge, a global leader in long-reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) solutions, is excited to introduce its 1701+ Promotion. Organizations worldwide use the NVT Phybridge 1701+ Extender Kits to harness the full potential of their existing network hardware by extending Ethernet connectivity over long distances. Extend power and data up to 24-times farther over existing cabling to reduce digital transformation costs, complexity, and business disruption.
1701+ Extender Kits leverage the downlink ports of a standard Ethernet switch to deliver up to 420Mbps and PoE+ over Coax, single-pair UTP, or 2-wire infrastructures with up to 8,000ft (2.4km) reach, which is 24-times the reach of standard Ethernet switches.
Key Benefits of the NVT Phybridge 1701+ Extender Kits
Shop online and receive up to a 20% discount on 1701+ Extender Kits through one of our participating distribution partners from October 2, 2023, until March 29, 2024, or while stocks last. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to optimize network reach and performance while staying within budgetary constraints.
“We understand that our customers and partners are continually being asked to achieve more with less. To help them achieve their goals, we are thrilled to introduce the NVT Phybridge 1701+ Promotion to help organizations deploy the latest IP devices and unlock the true potential of their existing network infrastructure,” said John Croce, CEO at NVT Phybridge. “With the 1701+ Extender Kits, customers can extend their network reach and deploy IP devices across the organization without high costs, long deployment times, business disruption, complexity, or security concerns.”
Visit our 1701+ Promotion page to learn more!
About NVT Phybridge
NVT Phybridge is a global leader in long-reach Power over Ethernet switches and extender solutions. They help organizations simplify and accelerate IP migration projects by eliminating costly infrastructure requirements. NVT Phybridge Power over Ethernet switches and extenders provides Ethernet and PoE up to 24 times farther than standard switches. Unlike other networking solutions that require the implementation of the latest network cabling, NVT Phybridge PoE solutions leverage any new or existing unshielded twisted pair (UTP), coax, or 2-wire infrastructure to enable IP devices up to 70% faster, delivering incredible ROI without the high costs, complexity, or disruption of a major network overhaul.
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BOOK A MEETINGCruise Line Upgrades Legacy PBX to VoIP Using NVT Phybridge PoLRE Solution at Cadiz Port
PoLRE Solution Helps Cruise Line Save Over $100,000 During VoIP Migration
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Summary
Challenge
A prestigious cruise line operating at the Spanish Cadiz Port faced the critical challenge of upgrading to a VoIP phone solution without high costs, complexity, or long deployment times. The existing analog PBX ran on CAT3 infrastructure, and re-cabling was not an option due to high costs and additional weight considerations. Additionally, the cruise line needed to complete the VoIP deployment during its four-week dry dock schedule.
Solution
Mitel stepped in with a strategic solution – the NVT Phybridge PoLRE long-reach PoE switch. As a comprehensive end-to-end offering within Mitel’s portfolio of products, the PoLRE solution helps organizations leverage new or existing CAT3 network infrastructure to deploy the latest IP communication solutions without re-cabling.
After a few simple setup steps, the PoLRE switch transformed the cruise ship’s existing and reliable CAT3 infrastructure into a secure and robust PoE backbone for the new VoIP devices. The PoLRE switch delivers Ethernet and PoE over single-pair UTP cabling with up to 1,200ft (365m) reach – four times farther than standard PoE switches. The cruise line was impressed with the PoLRE switch and decided to proceed with the IP migration, while also planning to expand the program for three additional cruise ships in its fleet.
Result
Overcoming Time Constraints: In stark contrast to conventional network design thinking which would have resulted in a 12-week deployment, the PoLRE switch leveraged existing cabling to significantly simplify and accelerate the migration. The customer met its 4-week deadline by avoiding traditional network readiness requirements, having accelerated the deployment by 75%.
Cost Savings: The efficient deployment of the solution required fewer personnel and less time, reducing network readiness costs by more than $100,000. Using traditional LAN design thinking, the labor-intensive and costly approach of replacing the existing wiring would have resulted in double the workforce and triple the deployment duration.
The customer achieved its sustainability mandate by using the innovative PoLRE PoE switch to leverage its existing cabling, avoiding the need to re-cable and preventing approximately 2,000 pounds of cabling e-waste per ship.
Enhanced Guest Experience: The customer reallocated its infrastructure cost savings towards improving guest services and amenities, ultimately elevating the onboard experience.
Simplicity and Scalability: The PoLRE solution’s simplicity, predictability, and repeatability enabled a smooth and hassle-free deployment of over 300 Mitel IP endpoints. The straightforward solution ensured a successful transition without operational disruptions.
Advanced Management Tools: The NVT Phybridge CCMT Switch Configuration Tool provided seamless management of the NVT Phybridge switches, including batch configuration, software upgrades, and ongoing management.
Future Opportunities: A Testament to Success
The success of the VoIP migration using the NVT Phybridge PoLRE solution positioned NVT Phybridge and Mitel as trusted partners for future IP migration projects. The cruise line was impressed by the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability of the solution – and entrusted NVT Phybridge and Mitel with the upgrade of three additional ships in its fleet. This achievement highlights the strength of the partnership and the transformative impact of the PoLRE solution.
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BOOK A MEETINGNVT Phybridge & Commend Americas Join Forces to Deliver Innovative IP Intercom & Communication Solutions to Organizations Globally
Oakville, ON (August 15, 2023) – NVT Phybridge, a global leader in long reach Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches and networking solutions, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Commend Americas, a globally renowned provider of cutting-edge integrated communication systems designed to protect people, buildings, and assets. This collaboration brings together two industry innovators to help organizations improve communication and safety in and around their facilities.
NVT Phybridge networking innovations will help customers leverage existing infrastructure assets to deploy Commend IP intercom devices without the high costs, long deployment times, and complexities caused by re-cabling facilities. For new environments, the FLEX Family eliminates the distance limitations of traditional switches, specifically designed to support IP endpoints like the ones offered by Commend Americas. The partnership will simplify digital transformation projects for end users in all industries, with specific expertise in corrections, manufacturing, maritime, parking structures, hospitals, and elevator applications.
“We are very excited about our partnership with Commend Americas,” said Richard Kasslack, Senior Vice President of Sales and Corporate Development for NVT Phybridge. “Many industries and individual organizations have inherent networking barriers that traditional switches cannot overcome based on reach and cable type limitations. Our products overcome these barriers, and our partnership with Commend Americas will further simplify and accelerate IP migration projects for both installers and end users.”
NVT Phybridge PoE solutions deliver power and data over any new or existing infrastructure with up to 6,000ft (1,830m) reach, 18 times farther than standard switches. Commend Americas’ Unified Communication solutions raises the bar by offering more possibilities on a single platform, combining modern IP-networked technology, seamless integration with other systems, and unmatched power and energy efficiency. Commend Americas and NVT Phybridge solutions have completed interoperability testing. The technologies synergize to provide reliable endpoint connectivity, network efficiency, and high overall system performance.
Tony Babicz, the Director of Sales for Commend Americas, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We see this partnership with NVT Phybridge as a tremendous opportunity for Commend Americas to migrate older legacy systems. Leveraging existing infrastructure through NVT Phybridge’s solutions allows us to modernize our customers’ security communication platforms without the heavy burden of costs or the need for extensive network overhauls. In many cases, customers face barriers to making changes due to their current infrastructure, and NVT Phybridge gives us the capability to overcome those challenges and bring modernization to their systems.”
About NVT Phybridge
NVT Phybridge is a global leader in long-reach Power over Ethernet switches and extender solutions. They help organizations simplify and accelerate IP migration projects by eliminating costly infrastructure requirements. NVT Phybridge Power over Ethernet switches and extenders provides Ethernet and PoE up to 18 times farther than standard switches. Unlike other networking solutions that require the implementation of the latest network cabling, NVT Phybridge PoE solutions leverage any new or existing unshielded twisted pair (UTP), coax, or 2-wire infrastructure to enable IP devices up to 70% faster, delivering incredible ROI without the high costs, complexity, or disruption of a major network overhaul.
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Zachary Smith
Marketing Manager
NVT Phybridge
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About Commend Americas
Commend Americas is passionate about innovating and perfecting communication and security technology. For 50 years Commend has been translating this passion into Intercom and Public Address solutions that customers can always trust to support and protect their business, reputation, assets and even lives. The result are products that are built around the customer’s requirements to serve their specific business and safety needs – whether in road tunnels, on loud and dirty factory floors or in antiseptically clean healthcare and production facilities, corrections, and in places from car parks to office buildings and Smart Cities.
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Alexandra Thiele
Marketing Manager
Commend Americas
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