Whether the requirement is for ad-hoc data outlets (MAC), data centre implementations, an IP security upgrade or a Home AV system, IKM are successfully delivering infrastructure services to meet the needs of our clients today and tomorrow.
IKM have 25 years experience in designing, installing, commissioning & supporting Structured Cabling Systems that we have deployed throughout the UK, Europe and occasionally further afield. Throughout this time, we have maintained our core beliefs in providing excellence without compromising on quality, selecting product partners that are able to consistently deliver the service levels we require and ensuring we can achieve this without cutting corners on client expectations.
Each structured cabling system is unique and whatever your requirements IKM will work with you to design and install a system that doesn’t just meet the needs of today, will stand the test of time and be the foundation of your network for many years to come.
Our installation experience encompasses a vast range of diverse environments and an equally vast range of project size, going from Petrochemical Offices in Tripoli to an American Bank in Moscow and from a 50 floor Residential Tower block in Central London to Terminal 5B at Heathrow Airport, from 1 Category 5 UTP outlet to 10,000 Category 7 F/FTP outlets.
As the range of technology uses focused around Internet Protocol (IP) has rapidly expanded so has our experience in delivering these services. Voice, BMS, CCTV, Access Control, Audio Visual & IRS Television all now fit neatly into our portfolio offering and this in turn allows our clients to undertake a one stop shop for all IP requirements ensuring that one integrated structured cabling system will support a myriad of services.
IKM are a fully Authorised Cabling Partner for Commscope, Connectix & Hellerman Tyton structured cabling systems all of which allow us to offer long term manufacturer backed Product and System warranties which accompany each of our installations. The warranty provides a peace of mind that for a minimum of 20 years the Registered System will meet or exceed System Performance Specifications.
In nearly all scenarios IKM would seek to undertake a thorough site survey. The survey can give the designer a substantial amount of information and create a proper starting point for the project. All projects, whatever size, will be allocated a dedicated Project Manager who will be responsible for all aspects of the project throughout its entire life cycle. The Project Manager will liaise with the client to ensure both the quality and programme milestones are successfully achieved. At the conclusion of a project an O&M Manual shall be provided incorporating all CAD documentation denoting cable routes, outlet locations, communications room layout and network schematic diagrams. IKM will also include copies of both Copper and Fibre Test Results. All of IKM’s installations are designed to conform with the European Industry Standard EN50173 1-3.
From vertical cabinet to cabinet multimode backbone connectivity to external campus-wide single mode deployments, Fibre cabling provides you with the highest bandwidth available and allows for data transmission at increased distances beyond copper cable’s capabilities. With an immunity to Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI), fibre can provide you with a tough and resilient backbone which is a crucial component in the Local Area Network for both commercial and residential developments.
IKM can offer a full range of fibre solutions and our experienced engineers are all trained to NVQ or City & Guilds Certification. Our installations are completed using the latest core alignment fusion splicers for the best possible connection. All connections are tested to industry standards using Fluke DSX Cable Analysers or OTDR’s and test results are presented in both Linkware or within a PDF Format.
Whether the requirement is for a single same floor fibre extension to an existing interlink or to supply and install a multi-building campus system featuring diverse & multiple routing. The flexibility offered by deploying a Blown Fibre Optic solution in certain situations sometimes outweighs installing traditional point to point fibre links and can significantly reduce future implementation costs and disruption whilst ensuring the latest fibre technology is easily maintained.
IKM is an approved partner of CommScope & Sirocco® Blown Fibre Solutions allowing us to install and warranty optical fibres deployed ‘on demand’ between existing interlink compartments using compressed air to blow the fibre along the pre-installed tube.
Constructing a network using this system has a number of key advantages over traditional fibre installation:
Given the uncertainty of future trends in technology, a Blown Fibre Solution is a flexible and cost-effective ‘future proof’ solution to your business network needs.
CommScope’s Powered Fibre is a recent innovation, but one that has potential in scenarios such as external CCTV Cameras, small cell mobile telephony enhancement and remote Wi-fi access points usually within outdoor environments. Many of these devices will accept a PoE input for power and communications, but distance limitations, power availability, and device placement deny the ability to service this through a traditional copper implementation. Usually, in this scenario, both a power and data link must be installed separately usually with a different installer for each service, but with a Powered Fibre Cable System, there’s another solution providing a complete “rack to device” solution for powering and communicating with network devices.
Advantages of deploying a Powered Fibre Solution are as follows:
The Powered Fibre Cable System is comprised of two main components featuring a hybrid cable and a PoE Extender. In addition to this, our system is provided with cable management, power transmission management, safety & overload protection as well as a universal power supply (PSU).
As part of the requirement for deploying Fibre Optic solutions IKM have gained considerable experience in providing inter-building underground duct implementations both through public & privately owned land. Our experience includes detailed planning and then securing an agreement with public bodies such as local or municipal councils. Our experience includes documenting and completing complex Section 50 Licencing procedures and compiling detailed Health & Safety procedures including Method Statements and Risk Assessments as well as liaising with local residents where necessary. IKM is able to provide a customised building to building Pit and Duct solutions across a wide range of outdoor environments.
For installation purposes IKM utilises CR dispensing reels; this unique system alleviates the need for cable drums, cable boxes and other waste materials being delivered to site. The loom dispensers allow the cables to be easily installed without timely unwinding or twisting. The pull tension is significantly less than conventional drums or boxes.
IKM will assist with the planning, design, and measurement of all cable looms. Once the assemblies have been manufactured they are stored on trolleys ready for delivery to site. They can be delivered to suit the project programme which could involve multiple deliveries on a daily basis. Each trolley has a unique number and they are loaded in accordance with the installation programme a schedule is submitted to the site installation team which makes finding looms easier. Each trolley can hold up to 144 cables, and 10 trolleys could be equivalent to 240 boxes of cable.
In offering this pre-termination solution, IKM believes it addresses a number of issues currently found within construction based projects. This service-based solution encapsulates sound business practices with an environmentally driven specification to provide massive benefits over conventional installation methods.
Our Residential infrastructure systems provide an end-to-end solution for multi dwelling units, this includes the integration of structured cabling, Audio Visual, Satellite IRS TV, broadband ISP connectivity. Within a Landlords demise IKM can provide CCTV, Access Control, Door Entry and BMS systems all of which are delivered over a robust intelligent IP Local Area Network. In a number of projects IKM have also been responsible for the delivery of Audio Visual, Home Automation and also the provision and installation of TV’s including Splash screen bathroom units.
Each Multi Dwelling Unit (MDU) has a different specification however IKM’s long term experience within this arena allows us, working in partnership with the M&E specialist or main contract to deliver a custom fitted system which meets and exceed the requirements of both the designer and client.
The most obvious and significant advantage is that users can access shared resources without the need for a wired solution.
Coverage of an existing WLAN can be extended by the implementation of additional nodes without the need for additional backbone cabling
Wireless networks can be designed to be as complex or as simple as necessary
In situations such as MAC (Moves Adds & Changes), wireless connectivity could remain static thereby reducing costs which conventional networks would necessitate.
Deployment of a wireless network requires careful planning. Business requirements and objectives are evaluated and a thorough site survey is always undertaken prior to completing the full project design and scope.
IKM technicians will conduct a comprehensive survey to accurately assess the layout and conditions that could impact on a wireless deployment. Factors considered are the structural complexity of the building, safety and physical security as well as ensuring comprehensive wireless coverage. Data gathered as part of the survey will be incorporated into the site management plan.
IKM’s project management team will ensure that the technical issues surrounding the installation are correctly addressed, and configuration, integration and deployment are all calculated within the installation plan. The engineering team will undertake the physical elements of the project according to that plan.
IKM have been an approved Telefonica O2 UK Ltd Networks Cabling Provider since 2008. I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending them to any other business who requires Network cabling and infrastructure services. Their quality installations, ability to adapt to often changing requirements and pro-active approach is exactly what O2 require to put ‘our’ customers first.
Bert Webster, Telefonica O2 UK Ltd