Westrock Coffee Reduces Network Readiness Costs by 80% to Improve Its Digital Transformation ROI

Westrock Coffee Deploys Turing IP Cameras Across Three Sites Without High Costs, Complexity, or Disruption

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Summary

• Westrock Coffee, a leading U.S. coffee supplier, wanted to deploy IP cameras to enhance security monitoring across three buildings without the high costs, complexity, and disruption of a major network overhaul.
• KNC Technologies recommended NVT Phybridge Ethernet over Coax (EoC) innovations to enable the new IP cameras over the existing coax-based infrastructure.
• KNC Technologies used modern switch innovations to ensure the deployment was quick and efficient with zero complications, exceeding Westrock Coffee’s expectations.
• By repurposing the existing coax, rack space, cooling, and other supporting infrastructure, Westrock Coffee achieved a sustainable solution, minimizing electronic waste and environmental impact.

Challenge

Westrock Coffee wanted to modernize its security system across three buildings by upgrading from an outdated analog system to a more advanced, high-resolution IP surveillance solution. The transition would provide enhanced security, improved video quality, and remote monitoring capabilities. The facilities relied on a coaxial infrastructure to support the analog cameras. Westrock Coffee was not impressed with the high costs and complexity a major network overhaul would cause. The organization needed a solution that could be deployed quickly and easily to minimize operational disruptions.

Solution

To meet Westrock Coffee’s requirements, KNC Technologies recommended leveraging the existing and proven coax-based infrastructure using NVT Phybridge Ethernet over Coax innovations. KNC Technologies transformed the existing coaxial infrastructure into a secure, robust, and high-performance IP network without a major network overhaul. KNC Technologies easily deployed over 75 Turing IP cameras across three separate buildings without impacting Westrock Coffee’s operations.

The EoC innovations allowed for easy integration and setup, making deployment straightforward and efficient for the installation team. KNC Technologies reported that the installation proceeded without equipment-related issues, underscoring the simplicity and reliability of NVT Phybridge innovations.

Result

KNC Technologies used NVT Phybridge EoC innovations to create better digital transformation results for Westrock Coffee. By repurposing the existing coax, rack space, cooling, and other supporting infrastructure, the company reduced network readiness costs while accelerating the deployment to improve the project’s return on investment. Additionally, the deployment was completed quickly, allowing Westrock Coffee to move to IP security with zero downtime or complications. Post-installation, the system performed exceptionally well, meeting and exceeding expectations. Kenneth Dutton from KNC Technologies reported high satisfaction with no technical issues arising after deployment.

“The NVT Phybridge Ethernet over Coax innovations allowed us to deliver an efficient and cost-effective IP camera deployment for Westrock Coffee, exceeding their expectations while avoiding the high costs of a network overhaul.”
Kenneth Dutton, KNC Technologies

Sustainability

NVT Phybridge network innovations not only delivered immediate financial and operational benefits but also aligned with Westrock Coffee’s sustainability goals. By reusing existing infrastructure assets and avoiding extensive construction work, Westrock Coffee minimized electronic waste and reduced the overall environmental impact of the project. This successful implementation has strengthened KNC Technologies’ confidence in recommending similar solutions, knowing that NVT Phybridge products provide reliable, eco-friendly, and scalable outcomes for clients.

About KNC Technologies

Established in 2001 and headquartered in Winston Salem, NC, KNC Technologies LLC brings over 150 years of combined expertise to the low-voltage industry. With a team of more than 40 certified professionals, including technicians, engineers, and project managers, KNC delivers comprehensive services such as Voice/Data, CCTV, Access Control, Fire Alarm, and more. The company prides itself on offering turnkey solutions, from consultation and design to installation and maintenance, ensuring customers are informed and prepared for every project. KNC also provides 24/7 monitoring and support, partnering exclusively with best-in-class products to deliver unmatched quality and customer satisfaction.

About NVT Phybridge

Our mission is to help organizations maximize their IP migration return on investment by providing high-quality network solutions that are robust, secure, simple to implement, and environmentally responsible. NVT Phybridge is a global leader in PoE network innovations that eliminate the reach and cable type limitations of traditional PoE switches. Our diverse and award-winning portfolio of long-reach PoE switches and extenders help organizations deploy the latest IP technologies over any new or existing single-pair UTP, coax, multi-pair UTP, or 2-wire infrastructure without high costs, complexity, business disruption, or security concerns.