As legacy telecommunications networks, like 2G and 3G phase out, ensuring uninterrupted emergency communication in lifts has become a critical challenge for building owners, managers and lift maintenance companies. AVIRE’s MQTT-enabled Digital Communication Platforms (DCPs) offer a reliable, future-proof solution, ensuring reliable, secure, and compliant connectivity that meets the modern safety standards for lifts, while seamlessly integrating with IoT-based building systems.
Navigating the 2G/3G Sunset
The global sunset of 2G and 3G networks is accelerating as telecommunications providers redirect their resources towards 4G and 5G technologies. This transition poses significant risks for traditional communication systems reliant on these networks, particularly for emergency lift communications.
AVIRE’s MQTT-enabled gateways overcome this challenge by utilising 4G VoLTE and IP-based communication. By digitising traditional DTMF (Dual-Tone Multi-Frequency) tones, these devices ensure seamless transmission unaffected by the decommissioning of older networks. This makes them the ideal choice for organisations seeking a smooth migration to modern telecommunications infrastructure.
What is MQTT and why does it matter?
Message queuing telemetry transport (MQTT) is a lightweight, IoT-friendly communication protocol designed for fast, secure and efficient data transmission over IP networks. Unlike traditional voice-based communication, MQTT sends structured messages in real-time, making it ideal for critical applications like lift emergency communication.
By adopting MQTT, AVIRE’s DCP ensures faster, more reliable transmission of alarm signals and test calls, providing better performance than legacy GSM gateways that rely on outdated 2G voice technology.
Why Choose AVIRE’s MQTT-Enabled DCPs?
- Regulatory Compliance
AVIRE’s DCPs are designed to meet the EN 81-28 standard, ensuring that lift emergency alarms are transmitted reliably through automated test calls every three days, keeping your systems compliant with safety regulations. - IoT-Ready Integration
Built on MQTT, AVIRE’s DCPs enable fast, reliable, and scalable data exchange. This ensures seamless integration with IoT-based building management systems, providing real-time monitoring and control. - Enhanced Security
With embedded Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocols, AVIRE’s DCPs offer robust data encryption, safeguarding communications against potential cyber threats and ensuring compliance with modern security requirements. - Future-Proof Connectivity
Designed for adaptability, AVIRE’s DCPs are compatible with both 2G (for regions where it remains operational) and 4G VoLTE networks. As 2G and 3G sunsets accelerate, this forward-looking compatibility ensures uninterrupted service and long-term reliability.
MQTT Tunnelling: The Key to Modern Communication
MQTT tunnelling technology is central to AVIRE’s DCPs. It digitises analogue signals into cellular-compliant formats, ensuring the resilience of DTMF tones and reducing the risk of signal degradation. This approach not only ensures compliance but also provides enhanced performance over traditional GSM gateways, which rely on outdated 2G voice transmission.
By transmitting data digitally over IP networks, AVIRE’s DCPs ensure reliable connectivity while meeting stringent test call requirements. The use of 4G data channels and encrypted TLS further enhances performance and security, positioning AVIRE as a leader in future-ready building communication systems.
Preparing for the Future
The telecommunications landscape is evolving rapidly, and the sunset of 2G and 3G networks underscores the need for adaptable, secure, and compliant solutions. AVIRE’s MQTT-enabled DCPs provide a seamless pathway to modern connectivity, ensuring your systems are prepared for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
To learn more about how AVIRE’s DCP range can help you navigate the 2G/3G sunset and future-proof your building communication systems, get in touch today.
