Client Overview
How a Top Energy Firm Fixed Field Connectivity Issues is a case study of an international construction and engineering company specializing in energy infrastructure that faced serious connectivity challenges during a recent Texas refinery project. Known for constructing intricate facilities such as oil refineries, LNG terminals, and petrochemical complexes, this top energy firm had to overcome critical communication hurdles. Operating in harsh environments where reliable connectivity is mission-critical, they urgently needed a rapid, secure field connectivity solution. This case highlights how resolving these issues enhanced productivity, safety, and operational efficiency in demanding conditions.
Challenge: Patchy Wi-Fi in a Mission-Critical Setting
The company used a private CBRS network to create secure wireless coverage within the area where the construction activity took place. The Wi-Fi coverage was patchy in certain areas and meant that field engineers and safety staff using laptops and iPads were unable to secure an uninterrupted connection.
These vulnerabilities hindered real-time data exchange, added delays to incident reporting, and added unforeseen risk to employees in dead spots of the facility.
Solution: Horizon DG505G – Uninterrupted Plug-and-Play 5G Coverage
To address the problem, Horizon Powered collaborated with the company to arm their field teams with the DG505G 5G USB-C Dongle. The dongle is small, driverless, and designed for quick deployment, making it an effortless solution.
Why DG505G Was the Solution:
- Plug-and-Play Ease – No setup or drivers needed
- Device Agnostic – Compatible with Windows, iPadOS, MacOS, ChromeOS, and Linux
- CBRS-Ready – Compatible with n48/B48 bands for integration into their private network
- Portable – Compact and lightweight, simple to transport in the field
The dongles, with nano-SIMs loaded, were inserted into field devices and connected instantly. In mere seconds, users had robust, high-speed connections—no technical support required.
Results: Real-Time Communication, Safer Operations
The DG505G units bridged the coverage holes throughout the site. Field crew personnel enjoyed uninterrupted, secure connectivity to the private network, allowing them to:
- Share schematics and reports in real-time
- Make VoIP calls to co-workers throughout the zone
- Receive operations and safety notifications in a timely manner
The result was a quicker, safer, and more collaborative field environment. Communication delays were removed, and timely updates passed freely between teams, ensuring project schedules and on-site safety standards.
Key Takeaways
Challenge Solution Outcome
- Unreliable Wi-Fi in remote work areas. DG505G USB-C dongles integrated with a private CBRS network. Reliable, high-speed 5G/LTE connectivity for all field teams.
- Risk of communication delays and safety hazards. Plug-and-play, driverless deployment. Real-time communication, faster incident response, safer operations
- Limited on-site IT resources, Universal OS compatibility, and nano-SIM support, Seamless rollout without technical complexity.
About the Horizon DG505G
The Horizon DG505G is a USB-C 5G dongle for rapid, portable, and secure network connectivity. Based on the MediaTek T750 chipset, it provides Sub-6GHz 5G and LTE capability on all major operating systems, without the need for driver installation. With CBRS band (n48/B48) support, the DG505G is specifically designed for enterprise mobility and remote site applications.
About Horizon Powered
Horizon Powered provides next-generation wireless connectivity solutions for today’s business settings. From small dongles to sophisticated routers, Horizon enables professionals to remain connected wherever work leads them, with high-performance, secure, and reliable products built for today’s mobile workforce demands.
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