Connecting the Inside: Mastering In-Building Coverage

Ever stepped inside a building only to watch your mobile signal bars plummet? In today’s hyper connected world, it goes beyond just a simple frustration; it becomes a risk.

Critical communications, business operations, and even simple connectivity rely heavily on mobile networks, yet standard mobile signals from macro sites struggle to penetrate common construction materials like concrete, metal, and energy-efficient glass. This results in "dead zones" with weak, unreliable service, hindering productivity and potentially impacting safety.

Much like expecting seamless Wi-Fi across a large building, mobile coverage needs a dedicated solution indoors.

The Solution: Bringing the Signal In with IBC and DAS

The answer lies in In-Building Coverage (IBC) solutions, more specifically, a Distributed Antenna System or DAS.

A DAS is a network of strategically placed antennas that capture and amplify mobile signals, distributing them evenly throughout a building. While the concept is simple, execution is complex, and this is where RFI excels.

From survey and design to rollout and maintenance, we deliver complete, carrier-approved solutions that ensure strong, consistent connectivity where it matters most.

The RFI difference: An Experienced Partner for Indoor Connectivity

With over four decades of expertise in RF components and system design, we are one of the country's oldest and largest providers.

In this time, RFI has been at the forefront of the design, deployment, and management of wireless communications and IBC solutions across Australia. We are highly regarded by major carriers, government bodies, and infrastructure partners across the country.

• We’re innovators, not just integrators: Our roots lie in RF engineering and design. We don’t just follow the market, we lead it. Designing both systems and products that solve real-world problems.
• We design and manufacture our antennas: Understanding the local market and challenges faced by our customers, our in-house antenna engineering team has delivered antenna products that outperform the market in PIM, pattern, and coverage.
• Proven track record: With over 1000 successful deployments, our portfolio includes many successful large-scale solutions, ranging from healthcare facilities and hospitals to large-scale commercial buildings, stadiums, and multi-storey office towers.

The RFI solution: Intelligent IBC with DAS

• Customised Design: Every building presents unique challenges – structure, materials, layout, and limited space for equipment. RFI employs specialist RF engineers who conduct thorough site assessments and, in response, design bespoke DAS solutions that optimise coverage and capacity.
   
• Future-Ready Systems: The mobile ecosystem is constantly evolving. RFI designs IBC systems with the future in mind. We utilise modular designs and the latest 5G-enabled equipment to ensure systems are easily expandable and upgradable to accommodate future advancements and increasing capacity needs. 
  
  
• End-to-End Project Delivery: From initial consultation, budget planning, and specification writing through to carrier-approved design and final deployment, we manage the entire process. A dedicated project manager oversees each installation, ensuring adherence to the highest safety and quality standards, all while ensuring the project is delivered on time without compromise.
  
  
• Strong Partnerships: We maintain strong relationships with all major Australian carriers. Telecom government authorities and leading telecom vendors, ensuring seamless integration and approval processes.
  
  
•  Safety, Quality & Environment Focused: We pride ourselves on having an impeccable safety record. Holding all the relevant accreditations for all the mobile carriers, government & Tier 1 construction companies. Including AS/NZS ISO9001 Quality Standards, AS/NZS ISO14001 Environmental & AS/NZS ISO45001 Health & Safety.

Beyond Installation: Long-Term Performance and Maintenance

A DAS is a critical asset that requires ongoing attention to maintain peak performance. We advocate for proactive, preventative maintenance and offer comprehensive DAS troubleshooting and support services, including:  

• System Health Checks & Performance Verification
• Heatmapping & Walk Tests
• Passive Intermodulation (PIM) Testing
• Cable Testing (Sweep/VSWR)
• Continuous Wave (CW) Testing

Our goal is to ensure your investment continues to deliver reliable connectivity long after installation.

Your Partner for Guaranteed Indoor Connectivity

In today's world, reliable indoor mobile coverage isn't just convenient; it's essential for business, safety, and communication. Whether you are planning a new facility of fixing a problematic system, RFI Technology Solutions provides end-to-end expertise, from initial consultation and bespoke design to deployment and long-term maintenance. With our deep engineering heritage, innovative spirit, and commitment to long-term partnerships, RFI ensures your building stays connected, now and into the future.

Contact us today to discuss transforming your building’s connectivity and eliminate dead zones for good.