A 5G campus network is a locally confined, private mobile network specifically tailored to the needs of a company. Unlike public networks, it is not operated by a mobile service provider but directly on site – for example, on a factory premises, in an industrial park, or on a research campus.
With 5G technology, companies benefit from extremely fast data connections, very low latency, and high reliability. Whether fully autonomous or connected across multiple sites – the campus network can be flexibly adapted to operational requirements.
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The Benefits of a 5G Campus Network
Local Control: The network is operated by the company itself – no dependency on third parties.
High Data Security: All data communication remains within the company’s own system.
Custom Configuration: Bandwidth, latency, and network structure can be precisely aligned with business processes.
Maximum Reliability: No interference from congested public networks – ideal for mission-critical applications.
Typical Use Cases
How to Plan a 5G Campus Network
Before setting up and commissioning a campus network, a license to use 5G frequencies must first be obtained from the Federal Network Agency. In addition to specifying the planned radio sites with antenna heights, orientation, and transmission power, a frequency usage concept must be submitted to the Federal Network Agency.
Existing cable routes or structural Ethernet and fiber-optic cabling can often be reused. In any case, the cabling of the campus network must be separated from the existing network infrastructure, as it uses its own network components and signals.
By using state-of-the-art technologies and methods, high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective 5G campus networks can be planned that meet the growing demands of digital transformation and enable optimal placement for maximum network coverage.
When implementing a 5G campus network, it is essential to ensure a demand-driven, customer-oriented setup. For example, it must be guaranteed that areas remain accessible for future maintenance without disrupting production or other operational processes.
After the implementation of a campus network, clear responsibilities for ongoing operations should be defined in order to prevent outages and to coordinate maintenance and repairs with technology manufacturers.
Planning in the 3D Model
Smart Network Planning – With Real Added Value
By using these modern technologies and methods in 5G campus network planning, we offer our customers high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that meet the growing demands of digital transformation.
By using 3D visualizations and digital twins, network coverage and signal strength for IoT devices are optimized—especially in Industry 4.0 scenarios. This enhances the efficiency and reliability of 5G campus networks.
Detailed 3D representations of buildings help identify obstacles and adjust antenna placement to reduce interference. This results in stable network performance and efficient use of private 5G frequencies.
The use of simulations and visual tools accelerates planning and enables quick adjustments. This shortens project timelines and ensures efficient implementation of 5G campus network planning.
Accurate planning reduces the need for resources and hardware, which lowers costs. This is especially beneficial for companies investing in their IoT networks.
Careful planning ensures high speed, capacity, and reliability. This is crucial for industrial applications and improves user satisfaction within a 5G campus network.
Tools such as iBwave and BIM software in GIS environments enable precise network simulations and analyses. This supports successful implementation of 5G campus networks and ensures high planning accuracy.
The STF Group – A Strong Partner for 5G Campus Networks
The STF Group supports companies from the initial idea to ongoing network operation. With years of experience in mobile network planning, modern technology, and a clear understanding of on-site needs, we create powerful, future-proof network solutions – individually planned, efficiently implemented.
To make the complex topic of 5G Campusnetzplanung easier to understand for our customers, partners, and anyone interested, our experts Stefan Wehner and Uwe Kudlick took the time to clearly explain different challenges in this area.
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