Structured Cabling & Security Controls Practice
J2 is your trusted partner for planning, designing, and implementing access security controls and structured cabling services for your organization. Our team of experts in telecom, structured cabling, physical security, and access control possess extensive knowledge and experience in troubleshooting and delivering optimal connectivity and control solutions.
What is Structured Cabling?
Structured cabling is an information infrastructure that consists of numerous standardized subsystems. The infrastructure supports multiple hardware uses, including telephones, televisions, surveillance cameras, automation systems, access control, and more. If you’re looking to invest in future-proof and efficient communication systems, call our team in to discuss structured cabling services.
What is Access Control?
Access control is a security measure that is put in place to regulate the individuals who can view, use, or have access to a restricted environment. Various access control examples can be found in the security systems in our doors, key locks, fences, biometric systems, motion detectors, badge systems, and so forth. If you’re considering strengthening the security of your business or property, get in touch with our team to explore access control services.
What is Camera Surveillance?
Surveillance cameras, or security cameras, are video cameras used for the purpose of observing an area. They are often connected to a recording device or IP network, and may be watched by a security guard or law enforcement officer.
J2 Structured Cabling &
Access Controls Practice
At J2, our expert teams of engineers, designers, project managers, and installers bring decades of experience to structured cabling and access control. Our service team has mastered challenges in diverse environments like offices, hospitals, schools, and data centers. We forge strong partnerships with top vendors to deliver high-performance, compliant solutions, ensuring our clients always get the best.
Type of Structured Cabling
Structured cabling systems for your business can use a variety of cables to facilitate data, voice, and video communications. The idea is to support fast, reliable, uninterrupted telecommunications to keep your business at the forefront of the industry.
Supporting Cabling Types
(CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6/CAT6A/CAT7CAT7A, CAT8, Fiber-Multi-Mode OM1/OM2, OM3/OM4) and Single-Mode)
Fiber Optics
Fiber optic network cables offer higher bandwidths, better efficiency, and less costly maintenance than copper and other traditional cabling systems. For these reasons, fiber is now the primary high-speed data transmission method for modern businesses. One emerging fiber optic technology you may want to explore is called Passive Optical Network (PON). This point-to-multipoint network connects user devices to one Ethernet device for a simple, economical installation and increased performance and security.
CAT5e/6/6a/7
CAT5e/6/6a/7 cables are the latest categories of Ethernet cabling. Each successive version supports faster bandwidth speeds and improves noise cancelation capabilities. If you’re moving, expanding, or upgrading your business, it pays to install the latest Ethernet cabling infrastructure to keep up with recent changes in information connection technology.
OSP & ISP Communications
Outside plant (OSP) communications comprise all physical cabling, supporting infrastructure, and associated hardware between buildings. Inside plant (ISP) communications are those contained within the buildings. Where these two plants meet is called the demarcation point. Both OSP and ISP communications are needed to permit business network connections between computers, printers, phones, and other devices requiring a physical infrastructure to carry and process signals.
Cameras and Access Control Solutions
- Doors, keylocks, fences
- Biometric systems
- Motion detectors
- Badge system
Structured Cabling: Services near Farmington Hills
- Cabling Assessments & Reviews
- Cabling Planning & Design
- Cabling Implementation
- Cabling field support services
Types & Primary Industries Served
- Data Center/NOC/SOC
- New Building/new buildouts
- Existing/Refresh/Clean-up
- Education, Manufacturing, Financial
- Retail, Automotive, Legal, Pro Services
- Healthcare, Pharma, Clinics, Non-Profits
Our Process: Why We Are Different.
Our pre-sales process begins with assigning a dedicated pre-sales engineer to thoroughly understand the project’s scope and timelines. We then conduct a comprehensive discovery meeting to explore all the requirements and specifications critical for the structured cabling project to help your business. If further detailed information is needed, we may perform an on-site discovery audit to gain a more precise understanding.
At J2, we have optimized our project acceptance, kick-off, management, and delivery processes for maximum efficiency and client satisfaction. Our streamlined approach to the structured cabling and access control services we offer begins with an electronic proposal and acceptance portal, simplifying the approval process. We provide a link for clients to easily sign off and approve proposals. Once approved, we schedule a kick-off meeting with both our client’s team and ours to discuss key details such as timing, resource allocation, and necessary products.
For delivery and installation, we implement a detailed plan. This includes designating a primary on-site contact from the customer’s team to ensure J2 has seamless access to the building or specific rooms. We also proactively address any customer site regulations or concerns, such as safety protocols, security measures, and disposal requirements, to ensure smooth project execution.
Certifications & Affiliations
- Telecom Industry Association (TIA)
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- BICSI
Cabling Cleanup Assessment
Over time, network cables can evolve into a tangled and chaotic web. Disorderly network closets, racks, and switches not only present an unsightly image but also pose potential risks to your operations. At J2, we understand the importance of maintaining efficiency, enhancing network performance and stability, reducing the risk of fire and outages, and upholding a professional appearance in your network infrastructure.
Our Cabling Clean-up Assessment is designed to address these critical components. We recognize that a clean and organized network closet isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about ensuring that your hardware and business run smoothly. As part of our structured cabling services, our Farmington Hills technicians will systematically untangle the mess, optimize cable organization, and identify potential fire hazards or points of failure. Our assessment is your proactive measure to safeguard your network’s efficiency, stability, and overall reliability.
Let us help you transform your chaotic cabling into a well-structured and professionally maintained network infrastructure, ensuring that your business operations continue without interruption while presenting an organized and efficient face to the world.
Project Rescue: Structured Cabling
J2’s Project Rescue: Structured Cabling is a comprehensive service offered, designed to rescue and revitalize struggling cabling projects. We begin with a meticulous validation and discovery process, gaining access to the current state and assessing critical risk factors that may have led to project setbacks. Our experts then meticulously document the necessary steps to remediate and maintain the cabling infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with performance benchmarks. We pride ourselves on our speed and agility in identifying and executing remediation actions, all while implementing safeguards to prevent similar project failures in the future.
