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Solution · Structured Cabling

The wiring underneath every project we install.

Cat6/6A, fiber backbone, and PoE+ at every drop. Properly terminated, properly labeled, properly tested — because everything else in the building depends on it.

A note on scope

We design and pull cable as part of integration projects — access control, cameras, network, AV. We don’t sell standalone structured cabling or third-party certification work. If you need a dedicated cabling contractor for a fit-out package, we’ll point you to a partner.

Overview

Why cabling is what fails when everything else works.

Structured cabling is the invisible part of a project. When it's right, you never think about it. When it's wrong, every system on top of it breaks intermittently for years and nobody can figure out why. We treat cabling as an engineering discipline — design before pull, label at both ends, test every drop, document everything.

Bad cabling is the silent cause of most "the system isn't working right" calls. Cameras that drop offline at random. Access readers that work most of the time. Wi-Fi access points that perform fine for a week then degrade. The system gets blamed; the cabling is often the actual problem.

Good cabling is a discipline. Choose the right category (Cat6 vs Cat6A) for distance, PoE budget, and future-proofing. Pull through proper pathways. Terminate to spec — every twist matters. Test every drop with a certifier and document the results. Label both ends so anyone can pick up the project later. None of this is rocket science; it's just the work that bad installers skip.

We do this on every project we touch. Whether it's 12 drops in a small office or 500 drops across a multi-building campus, every cable is terminated by a person who knows what they're doing, tested with a Fluke certifier, and documented before we move on. This is the foundation everything else stands on.

Key benefits

Cabling done once, done right.

Real cabling outcomes — labeled runs, tested terminations, warranty-grade certifications, an IDF you can walk into and understand in ninety seconds.

Tested with a certifier

Every drop tested with a Fluke or similar cable certifier. Results documented and handed over. No "it tested fine on my multimeter" claims.

Labeled at both ends

Every cable labeled at the patch panel and at the device end. Port-to-device map maintained. Anyone can troubleshoot or expand later.

PoE+ at every relevant drop

Drops sized for current and future PoE devices — cameras, access readers, APs, displays, IoT. Adding the next device doesn't require new cable.

Fiber where it makes sense

Single-mode or multi-mode fiber for inter-building runs, multi-IDF environments, or 10+ Gbps backbones. Fusion-spliced, OTDR tested.

Future-proofed via Cat6A

New construction and high-density installs default to Cat6A. Supports 10 Gbps to longer distances and higher PoE budgets — future-proof for a decade.

Documented for handoff

Cable layout diagram, port-to-device map, test results, and labeling scheme all handed over at project close. No mystery cabling.

Problems we solve

The cabling problems we inherit and fix.

If any of these sound like the mystery cabinet you inherited or the runs no one will touch, you're in the right place.

The problem

You have unlabeled cables coming out of the wall. Nobody knows what plugs into what. Every device addition takes hours.

How we fix it

Labeled at both ends, port-to-device map maintained, patch panel organized. Adding a device takes minutes.

The problem

Cameras drop offline at random. The integrator blames the cameras; the cameras blame the network.

How we fix it

Properly terminated, tested Cat6A drops. PoE delivered at full spec. Camera issues drop dramatically when the cabling is correct.

The problem

Your existing cabling is aging or undersized — runs are too long, drops are in the wrong places, or there's not enough capacity for the cameras, access readers, and APs you want to add.

How we fix it

We assess the existing plant and add Cat6 or Cat6A drops where capacity, run-length, or future-proofing matter. Existing cabling stays where it works.

The problem

Wi-Fi access points are positioned wherever a cable already exists, not where they should be for coverage.

How we fix it

New cabling runs designed around AP placement, not the other way around. Coverage isn't compromised by cable convenience.

The problem

You're running 1 Gbps over 80-meter cable runs and seeing throughput issues.

How we fix it

Distance-appropriate cable choice. Cat6A handles longer runs better than Cat6. For very long runs or 10Gbps needs, fiber.

The problem

Nobody documents anything. Every project takes longer than it should because we're reverse-engineering what's there.

How we fix it

Every project includes documentation. Cable diagrams, port maps, test results, labeling schemes. Handed over at close.

Features in detail

Everything included in a structured-cabling project.

Cat6A, fiber, coax, racks, patch panels, labeling, testing, certifications — when we say "complete cabling," this is what we mean.

01

Cat6 and Cat6A copper drops

Cat6 for shorter runs and standard PoE loads. Cat6A for new construction, high-density installs, longer distances, and PoE++ needs. Both terminated to TIA/EIA specs, both tested with a certifier.

02

Fiber backbone (single-mode and multi-mode)

Inter-building runs, IDF-to-IDF backbones, 10 Gbps and higher uplinks. Fusion-spliced terminations. OTDR-tested. Patch panels for clean cross-connect.

03

PoE+ and PoE++ delivery

PoE+ (30W) and PoE++ (60W and 90W) at every drop where powered devices will live — cameras, APs, access readers, displays, IoT. PoE budget reconciled against switch capacity.

04

Pathways and conduit

Cable trays in commercial environments, conduit through fire-rated walls, raceways where exposed runs are needed. We don't cable-tie spaghetti to the ceiling grid.

05

Patch panels and IDF organization

Patch panels organized by floor, zone, or device type. Labels at every port. Velcro management. Cable lacing where it counts. The IDF looks like an IDF, not a science fair.

06

Labeling at both ends

Every cable labeled at the patch panel and at the device. Standardized labeling scheme documented and handed over. Anyone can pick up the project later.

07

Testing & certification

Every drop tested with a Fluke or comparable cable certifier. Results captured digitally and handed over. No "tested fine on a meter" claims.

08

Documentation handoff

Floor plan with drop locations, port-to-device map, labeling scheme, test results, and as-built diagrams. Everything you need to maintain or expand the project later.

How we deliver

A predictable process for every project.

4 phases. One project lead. Transparent timeline and line items from day one.

01
Cable plan design Drop counts, locations, cable category, and pathway. Sized to current and 3-year future load.
02
Pathway prep Cable trays, conduit, raceways, fire-rated penetrations done first. Pulling without prep is how you damage cable.
03
Pull, terminate, and label Pull cleanly through pathways. Terminate to spec. Label at both ends as we go.
04
Test, document, hand off Every drop certified. Test results documented. Cable maps and labeling schemes handed over.
Why Alpheento

Why GCs and integrators choose us for cabling.

Not slogans. The cabling operating principles that show up in every project.

01

Discipline, not "good enough"

Every drop terminated by someone who knows the spec. Every drop certified. Every drop labeled. No shortcuts.

02

Sized for what you'll add next

Drop counts and category include headroom for the cameras, APs, and access readers you haven't bought yet.

03

PoE budget done right

PoE+ and PoE++ delivered at full spec. The cable doesn't become the bottleneck when you add the next powered device.

04

Documented for the next contractor

If you ever hire someone else later, they won't curse us. The documentation is good enough to maintain or expand from.

Industries that use this

Where we deploy it most often.

Cabling scope varies by building type — occupied retrofits vs. new-construction rough-in vs. tenant fit-out each drive different pathway, riser, and phasing decisions.

Related solutions

Often combined with this one.

Cabling is what everything else runs on — access readers, cameras, AP drops, room controllers, AV endpoints. We plan the pathways with those systems in mind.

Manufacturer partners

Brands we install & support.

For cabling, we install Panduit, CommScope, Leviton, and Corning components against BICSI standards — chosen for warranty coverage and long-term serviceability, not the cheapest reel on the truck.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common cabling questions — Cat6 vs. Cat6A, fiber backbone sizing, pathway planning, and BICSI compliance.

Cat6 handles 1 Gbps to 100 meters and 10 Gbps to ~55 meters. Cat6A handles 10 Gbps to 100 meters and higher PoE++ loads. For new construction, high-density installs, or longer runs, default to Cat6A. For retrofit work on shorter runs, Cat6 is often fine.

Yes. Most cabling is phased and scheduled around occupants. We use existing pathways where possible, work in off-hours where needed, and minimize disruption.

Fiber is for inter-building runs, IDF-to-IDF backbones, runs over 100 meters, or 10 Gbps+ links. For typical in-building runs to APs and devices, copper is the right choice.

Yes. Every drop tested with a Fluke or comparable certifier. Results documented and handed over. We don't hand off a project until every drop passes.

PoE delivers 15W per port (older cameras and APs). PoE+ delivers 30W (most modern cameras, APs, access readers). PoE++ delivers 60W or 90W (high-power displays, advanced cameras). We size switches and cable to match.

For an office, typically 2 drops per desk plus drops for printers, displays, conference rooms, and ceilings (for APs and cameras). For multifamily, 1-2 per unit plus common-area drops. We site-survey before quoting.

Yes. Cable trays, raceways, fire-rated penetrations, and conduit are part of the cabling project. Not done by a separate contractor.

Wireless backhaul is sometimes appropriate for very specific use cases (outdoor, hard-to-cable areas). For typical in-building infrastructure, wired cabling is more reliable, higher-bandwidth, and lower-latency.

Small office (20-50 drops): 1 week. Mid-size install (100-200 drops): 2-3 weeks. Multi-building (500+ drops): 6-12 weeks. We provide a written schedule.

Yes. We do one-time cable audits — trace, test, label, and document what's there. Useful before adding new systems or after acquiring a property with mystery cabling.

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