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The Link Between Power Over Ethernet Lighting and Workplace Productivity (Updated November 2023)

In this blog Versa Technology is circling back on a previous post, Adjustable LED Lighting: Revolutionizing Workspace Design, to share insight on several developments taking place in the research of light and its effects on health and productivity. Light frequencies can be harnessed to mirror those found in nature. Researchers are finding that the right […]

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6 Things to Consider Before Buying a PoE Security Camera System

Power Over Ethernet (PoE) is a simple and reliable way to power security cameras. A PoE security camera system is an excellent option for home and business surveillance. There are a few essential things you should consider before you begin selecting the right IP security camera system for your needs. Let’s explore six crucial aspects […]

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New Silicon Lab Chips Power 90W PoE for 5G Networks

Silicon Labs, an Austin based provider of silicon, software, and smart solutions, recently announced the release of a new line of integrated circuits (IC) that provide up to 90W per port of Power over Ethernet (PoE) to power devices (PDs), including 5G small cells. Victory lap for PoE. If you're not familiar with Silicon Labs, [...]

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PoE the 4th Utility in Building and Facility Design

The term “utility” has expanded to include not only electricity (& gas), water & sewer systems and communications services, but a hybrid of data and power transmission for low voltage devices. That’s because daily life has become more connected and more reliant upon data. With the IoT, things like Alexa, smart blinds, security camera systems, […]

Choosing the Best PoE Switch for Your IP Cameras

IP cameras are in wide use for improving security through remote monitoring of public and private places and institutions. The “Power over Ethernet” (PoE) feature defined by the IEEE standards 802.3af, 802.3at and 802.3bt helps reduce wire clutter by powering the IP cameras from the Cat5 or Cat6 cables that already provide data traffic. When […]

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PoE Simplifies the 2019 Title 24/20 Lighting Efficiency Code Compliance in CA

Every few years, California releases its updated regulations on Title 20 and 24 for building energy efficiency for residential and nonresidential structures. These standards are helping occupants achieve lighting energy efficiency and savings. Though effective, these regulations are somewhat complicated to wade through. This post will endeavor to unpack the broader aspects of the latest […]

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Barriers to Early Adoption of PoE Lighting Technology

In a new report published by Grand View Research, Inc., the global LED lighting market size is expected to reach USD 127.84 billion by 2027, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8% over this forecast period. Factors driving the trend are the aggressive decline in LED lamp and luminaire pricing, longer lifespan, low […]

Urban Renewal Projects & 2020 Historic Tax Incentives

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Urban Renewal Projects and 2020 Historic Building Tax Incentives

There’s a lot of interest in building renovation and urban renewal in 2020. You only need to turn on your television to witness this significant and expanding market trend in action. Historic preservation is great for television ratings. It’s even greater for real estate developers, urban planners and local residents. In 1976, the federal government […]

Why You Should Use a PoE Switch for IP Surveillance Systems

An Internet Protocol (IP) surveillance system can be a great asset to home and business security. Ensure that your IP surveillance systems are fully optimized by utilizing a Power Over Ethernet (PoE) switch. PoE switches make it easy to run multiple IP cameras on one system. A few of the things you should consider when […]

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Q&A With Joe Williams Versa Technology’s Sales Director

Joe Williams has been with Versa Technology for over ten years, currently serving as Director of Distributor Sales. Before that, he spent another ten years as Director of Sales in both an Ethernet-based company that leveraged existing copper infrastructure and a private label telecom application developer. We recently sat down to discuss the trends he’s […]

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