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2024 UTC Telecom & Technology

PLTE

PLTE vs Traditional Private Networks: Utilities/applications Drive Spectrum Selection

PLTE vs Traditional Private Networks: Utilities/Applications Drive Spectrum Selection

Wednesday, May 22, 2024
9:40 AM – 10:40 AM CT
Location: Mobile Convention Center - Room 201A

    Vendor Member(s)

  • Robert Finch

    President
    Select Spectrum
    McLean, Virginia, United States

    PDF Slides

  • David Hattey

    Senior Associate Consultant
    Lockard & White, Inc.
    Spring, Texas, United States

    • Utility member(s)

  • Dewey Day

    Director, Strategic Programs
    Pacific Gas and Electric, California, United States

    • Moderator(s)

  • Robert Finch

    President
    Select Spectrum
    McLean, Virginia, United States

    PDF Slides
The availability of spectrum and technology options for private wireless networks has expanded rapidly, and utilities are now supporting an increasing number of applications. Many utilities are seeking 4G or 5G spectrum rights and generally plan to operate multiple applications over a single private LTE or 5G network. Other utilities are opting, instead of or in combination with broadband spectrum, to deploy networks that utilize one or more narrowband or wideband frequencies. While the range of applications is large and growing, different bands are usually better suited to different applications due to factors including range, capacity, technology and cost. Applications discussed will include mobile voice, Field Area Networks, and SCADA. Spectrum alternatives described will include 220 MHz, 450 MHz, 700 MHz & 900 MHz and 3GPP Bands 48, 54, 103 & 106.