Case Study: BMet College - Mobile Connectivity Solution

Summary

BMet College faced challenges with inconsistent and dropped calls, as well as slow data speeds within their Erdington Skills Centre in Birmingham. UCtel deployed a custom-designed distributed antenna system (DAS) using Nextivity CEL-FI GO G43 to ensure full mobile coverage, resolving connectivity issues and improving user experience significantly.

The Client

BMet College, positioned in the Education industry, hosts the Erdington Skills Centre within the James Watt Campus in Birmingham. As a prominent educational institution, BMet College required reliable connectivity to support seamless communication and data access for students and staff.

The Challenges

BMet College encountered inconsistent mobile coverage, dropped calls, and slow data speeds within the Erdington Skills Centre, affecting communication and productivity. These issues were exacerbated by the Centre's large building structure and potentially interfering environmental factors, impacting daily operations and hindering educational activities.

The Solution

UCtel devised a solution by installing a custom DAS featuring Nextivity CEL-FI GO G43 equipment. The inhouse engineers at UCtel completed the installation in just three days, ensuring comprehensive mobile coverage throughout the Erdington Skills Centre. The DAS was optimised to address BMet College's specific connectivity needs efficiently.

The Results

Following the deployment of the DAS, BMet College experienced significant improvements in mobile signal strength and data speeds within the Erdington Skills Centre. Users reported enhanced call quality and faster data connectivity, leading to increased operational efficiency and improved overall user satisfaction. The project was completed swiftly, meeting BMet College's expectations and enhancing connectivity within the educational facility.