Cable, Plus Everything You Need

Bringing 5G to Your Business

//  by 

By all accounts, 5G is expected to be a major breakthrough in high-speed mobility. Providers are touting connection speeds 20 times faster than 4G and greatly reduced latency. At Cable Plus, we like to take a practical approach and consider how this will impact our customers who install and manage the local networks that support these technologies. Our focus is on your premise and how soon you can expect this demand.

Outdoors, accessing the 5G network is simple. The public gains access to the 5G network through small cell wireless transmitters. In urban settings, where 5G will be most prevalent, the small cells are installed on light poles, utility poles, buildings, and other structures. They are placed near the demand. However, the 5G signal does not penetrate building materials or cover large areas.

In fact, 5G operates in a high-frequency range that has poorer performance passing through building materials than its predecessors, and a range of only 1,000 feet. Range and penetration characteristics will require building owners, enterprises, manufacturers, shipping yards, and sporting venues to bring the small cell coverage into their property.

Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) will not support this because 5G requires active components. If you have an existing 4G small cell solution, you would need to upgrade the active equipment to support 4G and 5G. You may also need to upgrade the cabling, with Category 6A to the antennas and fiber from the switch to the radio controller. In either case, there is a considerable investment and would require a meaningful use case and ROI to justify.

Like rollouts of in-building wireless solutions 10 years ago, large public venues will quickly adopt this technology to improve connectivity for thousands and even tens of thousands of guests. 5G was made to support breathtaking mobile experiences such as augmented visualizations at sporting events or theme parks. One difference, or X factor, between now and 10 years ago, is the proliferation of intelligent devices at the edge. IoT for transit systems, autonomous transportation, manufacturing, and building automation can benefit greatly from the millisecond latency of 5G. This speed will open up new use cases which may cause broader, early adoption in those markets. As for the enterprise market, expect to see 5G small cell in new construction and adoption into existing buildings further out.

Now Hiring Assistant Controller

//  by 

Cable Plus, a leading distributor of wire & cable products, based in Naperville, Illinois, is looking for an assistant controller to manage all aspects of trial balance and general ledger and financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

  • Handle Monthly General Ledger Closing and Financial Statement Preparation.
  • Reconcile All Balance Sheet Accounts Monthly.
  • Maintain Control Over All Financial Transactions. 
  • Monthly State Sales Tax Prep.
  • Assist With Preparations For Annual Third Party Review of Financials and State & Federal Tax Return Preparation.

If interested, please send your resume to [email protected].

A Knowledgeable Distributor Can Save You Big

//  by 

Without the materials you need, where, and when you need them, your project grinds to a halt. This is the primary job of any distributor and a basic expectation. The real difference in distribution boils down to their knowledge, inventory, and services. In this post, we’re focusing on knowledge.

Product Knowledge

Do you need to give your account manager or sales representative a part number each time you order or ask about a product set? When you’re preparing a bill of materials, there are many parts to consider. A knowledgeable distributor knows the solutions, the manufacturers, and can help you select options that work best for your job and budget. They can even catch missing components and identify errors that could waste time on the job site.

Company Knowledge

How well does your distributor know your business and the customers you serve? Your distributor should be able to help ensure your bill of materials is appropriate for the environments you support as well as make recommendations that are standards-compliant.

Trusted Advice

When your distributor demonstrates expertise, they gain your trust. When you trust your distributor’s recommendation, you’re open to trying products that can save you time or perform just as well at a lower cost. With access to a variety of suppliers, and experience with the quality, differences, and similarities between the solutions, they can give you sound guidance.

At Cable Plus, we are passionate about providing great service and pride ourselves on our product knowledge and experience. Our knowledge helps us provide faster support, prevent mistakes, and improve your bottom line. We never try to sell you something you don’t need and make recommendations based on years of experience. Try the Cable Plus experience today and test our knowledge. Contact us here.

COVID-19 UPDATE

//  by 

CABLE PLUS Operations Remain Open in Support of “Essential” Businesses During the COVID-19 Crisis

March 21, 2020

A Letter to Our Customers and Suppliers

As we continue to navigate the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and its impact around the world, our commitment to keeping our customers and employees safe is our top priority. We want to be transparent about our business practices and our operations at Cable Plus.  We are following the guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) related to travel restrictions, employee hygiene and facility cleanliness.

Cable Plus supplies essential wire and cable products and services to customers that are deemed by the government to be part of the “Essential” business community and we are able to continue to operate.  Included in this group are hospitals & health care providers, food supply, utilities, public works, energy, telecommunications, transportation, education, government, and other essential businesses that help support the critical infrastructure needs of our country while we operate in this difficult period.   

The products and services that our Company provides are critical to the daily operations of our essential business customers.  Our employees are only performing the most essential activities that are necessary to continue operating in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Cable Plus is open for business at all of our locations and fully capable of servicing your wire & cable product and service requirements as needed to support your business needs.   We have a full supply of inventory and world-class sales and customer service staff available to you and your team.

Thank you for our continued partnership.  We appreciate your understanding and support as we continue to service the needs of our essential business customers while taking appropriate precautions to protect the health and well-being of our employees, our customers, our suppliers, and our communities.

Our hearts go out to those impacted and may you, your families, and your employees stay safe and in good health.

I am available 24/7 to help you with any questions or comments that you may have.  You may reach me at [email protected].

John Marsden
General Manager

COVID-19 Statement

//  by 

Service & Safety: Our Primary Concerns

To Our Valued Customers:

During this difficult time, we would like to express our concern and gratitude to our customers. Attending to your business needs, your safety, and the safety of our team are responsibilities that Cable Plus takes seriously. To protect our employees and customers, we are following CDC guidance, and our team is working diligently to respond to the evolving situation. We are reducing risk through remote working, efficient scheduling, meeting bans, and sanitation measures.

We are ready and available to provide the dedicated support you’ve come to know and expect from Cable Plus. We are monitoring our supply chain and managing our safety stock arrangements daily. We will provide prompt communication should any unanticipated circumstances arise.

We wish your teams and families the best during this uncertain time.

Should you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to give us a call.