Wi-Fi

Complete enterprise wireless, built from the ground up

We do not just hang access points on walls. Next2IT designs, deploys and manages complete wireless infrastructure, from professional RF surveys and structured cabling through switching, PoE distribution, configuration and ongoing optimisation. Every deployment is engineered for capacity and reliability across Cisco, Meraki, Aruba and UniFi platforms.

What we deliver

Wi-Fi 7 and current standards. We deploy Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) alongside Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 6, choosing the right standard for your density, applications and budget.

Professional RF surveys. Every project begins with predictive modelling and on-site surveys using spectrum analysers. We map interference, measure attenuation and plan access point placement and channels for capacity, not guesswork.

Complete infrastructure. Structured cabling (Cat6A, Cat7), PoE switching, power distribution, cable management, mounting, configuration and certified testing, delivered as a production-ready network.

Long-range links. Point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless bridges connect buildings over distances from hundreds of metres to several kilometres, with line-of-sight and Fresnel zone analysis, lightning protection and weatherproofing. Ideal where trenching is impractical.

Ongoing management. Post-deployment monitoring through our Network Operations Centre, with firmware management, optimisation, troubleshooting and expansion planning.

Our deployment process

Every deployment follows a rigorous, proven methodology, handled in-house from start to finish.

1. Discovery and requirements analysis. We capture user counts, device density, application needs (voice, video, data), existing infrastructure, coverage areas, building materials, guest access, VLAN segmentation and QoS priorities.
2. Professional site survey and RF analysis. Predictive modelling plus physical walk-throughs with spectrum analysers to map interference, measure attenuation and determine optimal AP placement. For long-range links we run line-of-sight analysis using GPS and mapping tools.
3. Detailed design and architecture. AP placement maps, channel plans, power levels, SSIDs, VLANs, security policies, guest access, and the supporting PoE switching (802.3at/bt/PoE++), power budgets, uplinks and cable routing, all documented for your approval before work starts.
4. Structured cabling and infrastructure. Cat6A or Cat7 cabling to professional standards with proper trunking and management, PoE switches in comms rooms or IDF/MDF, redundancy where required, all tested and certified. Outdoor work includes weatherproof cabling, lightning protection and grounding.
5. Access point installation and configuration. Professional mounting at surveyed locations, controller or cloud-management setup, SSIDs with WPA3-Enterprise where supported, VLANs, captive-portal guest access, roaming, band steering and QoS for voice and video. Long-range bridges are precisely aligned with alignment tools and spectrum analysers.
6. Testing, validation and optimisation. Post-deployment surveys verify coverage, capacity and performance against design, measuring RSSI, roaming, throughput, latency and QoS. We fine-tune power, channels and roaming, and run user acceptance testing for mission-critical sites.
7. Documentation and knowledge transfer. As-built drawings, full configuration documentation, test and validation reports, warranty and support contacts, and user guides, plus knowledge-transfer sessions with your IT team.
8. Ongoing support and management. 24/7 NOC monitoring, firmware management, performance optimisation, capacity planning, incident response and regular health checks, with issues addressed proactively before they reach your users.

Platform expertise

We are vendor-agnostic and vendor-certified, deploying the right platform for your needs rather than pushing a single brand:

• Cisco. Catalyst 9800 Series Wireless Controllers and Catalyst 9100 Series access points (Wi-Fi 6E/7), with Cisco DNA Center for analytics, ISE for 802.1X, CleanAir for interference mitigation and FlexConnect for branch sites. Carrier-grade and highly scalable.
• Cisco Meraki. MR Series access points (MR57, MR86, MR46E) managed through the cloud-based Meraki Dashboard, with zero-touch provisioning, layer-7 application visibility and tight integration with Meraki switches, security appliances and cameras.
• Aruba. 600 Series access points (Wi-Fi 6E/7) managed via Aruba Central or on-premise Mobility Controllers, with ClearPass for authentication and profiling, ClientMatch for client steering, AirMatch for RF optimisation and AppRF for application-aware traffic.
• Ubiquiti UniFi. U7 Enterprise, U7 Pro (Wi-Fi 7), U6 Enterprise and Pro access points managed through the UniFi Network Controller or Dream Machine, delivering enterprise-grade features at compelling prices for SMEs and growing businesses.

For long-range bridges we use high-gain directional antennas and professional equipment from Ubiquiti (AirFiber, PowerBeam), Cambium Networks and Cisco, with Fresnel zone calculations and link budget analysis. We deploy licensed solutions (CBRS, licensed microwave) where interference-free connectivity is critical, and unlicensed (5GHz, 60GHz) for cost-effective links.

Wireless for every environment

• Manufacturing and industrial facilities. Coverage for forklifts, handheld scanners, tablets and IoT sensors despite metal structures and machinery interference, designed for high availability. See manufacturing.
• Corporate offices and business parks. High-density designs for meeting rooms, open-plan and hot-desking, with secure segmentation between corporate and guest networks.
• Multi-site and campus environments. Unified infrastructure with seamless roaming, building-to-building bridges and single-pane management across the estate.
• Warehouses and distribution centres. High-density coverage for barcode scanners, voice-directed picking and real-time inventory, with fast roaming across vast spaces, high ceilings and loading docks.
• Outdoor and harsh environments. Ruggedised, weatherproof access points for construction, agriculture and car parks, with lightning protection, grounding and robust mounting.
• Remote site connectivity. Long-range wireless bridges delivering multi-gigabit links over hundreds of metres to several kilometres, where trenching is impractical or too costly.

Why Next2IT

You get certified RF specialists, complete in-house delivery from survey to support, and proactive 24x7 monitoring. We recommend what is right for your requirements and budget, with deep experience in demanding industrial settings.

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