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Cellular DAS versus WiFi for Voice Calls
Many building owners have been told/convinced that an installed WiFi network is sufficient to handle voice traffic when there is a problem with cellular service in the building. Given the cost of a cellular Distributed Antenna System (DAS), it’s natural for them to...
The End of 2024 | Kicking Off 2025 | Happy Holidays from In Building Wireless
As 2024 comes to an end, we wanted to thank our customers, partners, prospects (and whoever else you are) for your continuing interest and support of IBWS and its mission to provide superior in-building cellular (DAS) and radio (ERRCS) communication services. We know...
Why ERCES and Cellular DAS Will Start to Look More Alike
Many building owners chafe at the additional costs imposed by the code requirement of ERCES. (aka public safety DAS). Why, they ask, should they bear the costs of ensuring that First Responder radios work in their building? Shouldn’t this be the problem of the radio...
Do new ERRCS codes always improve Life Safety?
As a company in the ERRCS ecosystem, we seemingly would have a vested interest in the proliferation of more stringent codes that would both expand the number of buildings required to have an ERRCS and increase the complexity of testing and design. Unfortunately, we’re...
Should Cellular DAS and ERRCS be Integrated?
The short answer is yes. Despite some challenges, the financial and technical benefits outweigh the operational and code objections. The local AHJ can advise on the requirements if they allow the integration of these systems. The long answer is perhaps. Read on for...
ERRCS in 2034
The future of Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems (ERRCS) over the next decade is likely to see significant advancements driven by technological innovations, evolving regulatory requirements, and increasing emphasis on public safety. The reality is that...
ERRCS & Elevators
A recent NY Times article caught my attention: “The American Elevator Explains Why Housing Costs Have Skyrocketed”. (See below for article link) The author is the founder and executive director of the Center for Building in North America. One conclusion he makes in...
In-Building Wireless Solutions (IBWS): What we do.
Previous blogs have focused primarily on the nuances of Cellular DAS and ERRCS. For those of you who’ve read it, thank you: for those of you who’ve hit the delete key, I get it, you’re busy. But this one is about explaining what we do and how we might differ from...
Comparing the Challenges of Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems (ERRCS) and Cellular Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)
Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems (ERRCS) and Cellular Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) are essential for ensuring reliable communication within buildings. ERRCS is designed for emergency responders, while Cellular DAS enhances cell phone coverage for...