4G 5G Mining Site Internet
4G and 5G Mining Site Internet and Failover
Cellular as primary or backup. We survey signal, evaluate carriers, install industrial routers with external antennas and configure single- or multi-carrier failover — monitored centrally so the switch-over happens automatically when the primary link drops.
Where mobile coverage reaches a site — even weakly — 4G or 5G can provide a valuable primary or backup link, especially with the right antenna and router.
Signal surveys and carrier evaluation
We measure signal from available carriers at the actual install location and recommend antenna type, mounting height and carrier — or multiple carriers for resilience.
Industrial routers and failover
Industrial cellular routers suit dust, heat and vibration. Integrated with the site firewall, they take over automatically if the primary link fails and alert our team.
Capabilities
What we deliver
- Cellular signal surveys
- Carrier evaluation
- External and directional antennas
- Industrial routers
- Single and multi-carrier resilience
- Automatic failover
- Remote monitoring
Common operational challenges
- Marginal coverage at the site office
- No backup when satellite fails
- Consumer routers failing in heat and dust
Mining use cases
- Failover for a Starlink-connected camp
- Primary link at a regional depot
- Temporary connectivity for a shutdown crew
Delivery methodology
How we deliver
Assess
We review your sites, users, connectivity and risks, and confirm scope, access and induction requirements.
Design
We select standard, supportable technology and document the solution, costs and delivery plan.
Deploy
Equipment is prepared and tested before dispatch; remote and field engineers implement around your rosters.
Support
Everything is monitored and supported 24/7, with field services coordinated when physical work is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can 4G work where phones barely get signal?
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Often, with a high-gain external antenna mounted at height.
Should we use more than one carrier?
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Multi-carrier designs improve resilience where more than one carrier has coverage.
Is 5G available at mine sites?
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Some regional areas have 5G; many remote sites rely on 4G. A survey confirms what is available.
Is this the same as a private LTE network?
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No. This uses public carrier networks; private cellular for operations is a separate specialised solution.
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Your Operations Are Remote. Your IT Support Doesn’t Have to Be.
Whether you need a 24/7 helpdesk, a secure mine-site network, satellite connectivity or engineers to assist with a remote deployment, our team can help you plan the right solution.