Wireless network planning for EnOcean systems: Hamina Network Planner for connected buildings
In a world where connectivity is becoming increasingly important, the complexity of wireless network planning is also growing. In this article, we show how the simple and fast planning of a hotel can be realized with a web-based tool – such as the Network Planner from Hamina Wireless. Spoiler: It’s quicker and easier than you think!
Advantages of modern planning tools
- Real-time collaboration: All project participants can access the same data at the same time and provide feedback directly. No long waits for emails!
- Fast iteration: Adjustments can be made in real time, which significantly speeds up the entire process.
- User-friendliness: Intuitive interfaces and automated processes shorten the learning curve and enable even less experienced users to work efficiently.
- Central data management: All relevant information and measurement data is stored centrally and can be accessed at any time. This means that all team members are always up to date.
The Hamina Network Planner
The Network Planner perfectly demonstrates what this new generation of planning tools can achieve. With its web-based platform, it offers:
- Intuitive Operations: Thanks to its user-friendly interface, wireless networks can be easily modelled and visualized.
- Collaborative working environment: Teams can work together across locations – whether in the office or on the move
- Flexibility: Hamina Network Planner integrates seamlessly into existing processes and adapts to you, not the other way around.
- Fast planning: Automated analyses and real-time feedback accelerate your projects and save time and nerves.
The combination of easy handling and powerful functions makes Hamina Network Planner the ideal tool for future-oriented wireless network planning.
From hotel plan to networked building: EnOcean planning with the Hamina Network Planner
- Recording and digitization:
Before we can start planning, we digitize the floor plan of the building and provide walls, windows and doors with appropriate attenuation properties.
- Define requirements
Where are EnOcean components needed? We cover all areas – from reception with motion sensors to the pool changing rooms with light switches. We determine the necessary coverage “bandwidths and capacities” for each area.
- Simulate locations
The Hamina Network Planner shows the coverage for the EnOcean uplink with three strategically placed gateways.
- Optimize
We test various gateway positions and gradually find the optimum configuration. For example, what is the coverage like with just one gateway? Team members can suggest changes in real time to develop the best possible concept
- Create an interactive report
The Hamina Network Planner creates a detailed interactive report with all planning data, simulation results and agreed requirements. All cable routes are planned, and material lists are generated. Best of all, the report is shared via a link so that everyone involved can access it at any time and provide feedback.
Conclusion
Digitalization and the increasing demand for networked systems place high demands on the planning of wireless networks, but with the Hamina Network Planner you can master these challenges with confidence. Central data management, real-time collaboration and intuitive operation enable fast, precise project implementation and give you a decisive competitive advantage.
Efficient, flexible and collaborative. Find out more about the Hamina Network Planner here and take your projects to the next level!
