Smart trash can provides hidden 5G infrastructure
Written by Scarlett Evans / IoT World Today
23rd February 2023
Alpha Wireless has teamed with smart waste company Bigbelly to scale up urban 5G technologies. Intended to provide more concealed and aesthetically pleasing 5G infrastructure, the partnership will combine Alpha Wireless’ smart antenna, mast, connectors and enclosure, with Bigbelly platform, Telebelly. Created to look the same as a curbside bin, the Telebelly is designed to discreetly house radio access network (RAN) equipment in public spaces, making it more aesthetically pleasing and deployable. “The revolutionary Telebelly enables essential connectivity and, if appropriate, waste management, in an easy-to-access location with minimal visual impact and footprint,” said Brian Phillips, Bigbelly’s CEO. “By allowing Alpha Wireless to offer a turnkey solution integrating their antennas with the Telebelly, we help network operators solve key challenges more quickly while delivering meaningful services to municipalities for improved quality of life.”
The site enclosure kit can be tailored to different use cases, including urban small cells or macrocell deployments. The system is designed to be scalable, with the Telebelly able to house up to six radios and cables.

Smart trash can provides hidden 5G infrastructure

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Alpha Wireless , a global leader in antenna solutions, announced a licensing agreement with Bigbelly , a world leader in public space waste solutions, to offer a turnkey 5G cell site solution with integrated antenna, mast, connectors and enclosure. This complete site enclosure kit features the innovative Bigbelly Telebelly waste and recycling platform designed to host and conceal network equipment. As 5G roll-outs escalate worldwide, network operators require new ways to densify site deployments for faster, simpler scaling. This need is particularly critical in urban and suburban environments where traditional macrocell site build-outs have become difficult, driving a demand for smaller form factors and more aesthetically pleasing concealment solutions. With an integrated, multi-purpose enclosure, operators and neutral hosts can quickly and discreetly deploy radio access network (RAN) equipment in public spaces. The turnkey site enclosure kit can be configured with various Alpha Wireless antenna options, such as ultra-compact antennas for urban small cells or shared tri-sector antennas for macrocell deployments, supporting up to three operators in one neutral host site. In addition to the antenna and mast, each Telebelly can accommodate six radios plus cabling, with co-location capabilities for multiple enclosures per site. This scalable solution enables network operators worldwide to expand deployments to deliver improved connectivity experiences in high traffic areas where coverage is most needed. “Given the saturation of traditional cell sites in many cities and suburbs worldwide, network operators need to explore a new approach to RAN deployments before they can fully realize the promised 5G customer experience of higher speeds and lower latency,” said Monica Paolini, Principal, Senza Fili. Related Posts
“The revolutionary Telebelly enables essential connectivity and, if appropriate, waste management, in an easy to access location with minimal visual impact and footprint,” said Brian Phillips , President and Chief Executive Officer, Bigbelly. “By allowing Alpha Wireless to offer a turnkey solution integrating their antennas with the Telebelly, we help network operators solve key challenges more quickly, while delivering meaningful services to municipalities for improved quality of life.”
“As 5G transforms how networks are built, today’s smart city innovators are looking to new, more functional solutions to hide telecoms infrastructure in plain sight. Integrating our versatile, high-performance antennas with the Telebelly enclosure creates a winning combination — as proven in a recent proof of concept deployment in Dublin,” said Fergal Lawlor, Chief Executive Officer, Alpha Wireless. “Our licensing agreement with Bigbelly streamlines critical network scaling and densification to meet the relentless growth of subscriber data demands.”

Alpha Wireless and Bigbelly Team Up to Boost 5G Scalability

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Antenna solutions provider Alpha Wireless has announced a licensing agreement with public waste solutions specialist Bigbelly to offer a turnkey 5G cell site solution with integrated antenna, mast, connectors and enclosure. The complete site enclosure kit features the Bigbelly Tellybelly waste and recycling platform designed to host and conceal network equipment. The companies want to address the challenge network operators have of finding new ways to densify site deployments for faster, simpler scaling. This need is particularly critical in urban and suburban environments where traditional macrocell site build-outs have become difficult, driving a demand for smaller form factors and more aesthetically pleasing concealment solutions. With an integrated, multi-purpose enclosure, operators and neutral hosts can quickly and discreetly deploy radio access network (Ran) equipment in public spaces. “Given the saturation of traditional cell sites in many cities and suburbs worldwide, network operators need to explore a new approach to Ran deployments before they can fully realise the promised 5G customer experience of higher speeds and lower latency,” said Monica Paolini, principal, Senza Fili, an analyst and consulting firm that provides advisory support on wireless technologies and services. The turnkey site enclosure kit can be configured with various Alpha Wireless antenna options, such as ultra-compact antennas for urban small cells or shared tri-sector antennas for macrocell deployments, supporting up to three operators in one neutral host site. In addition to the antenna and mast, each Telebelly can accommodate six radios plus cabling, with co-location capabilities for multiple enclosures per site. This scalable solution enables network operators worldwide to expand deployments to deliver improved connectivity experiences in high traffic areas where coverage is most needed. TAGS

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NEEDHAM, Mass., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of North Texas, AT&T, and Bigbelly have teamed up to enhance the campus community wireless experience using the innovative multi-purpose Telebelly offering. This past Fall, AT&T installed an outdoor small cell system at the Denton campus which resulted in enhanced connectivity for students, faculty, and visitors, and better capacity to power the newest 5G and LTE experiences. Hosted by Bigbelly's Telebelly small cell siting solution, this is North America's first Telebelly deployment at a major University. Through this collaboration, AT&T is now able to offer increased network robustness, and multi-gigabit speeds all while utilizing minimum physical space and on a platform that additionally benefits the campus community with additional Smart Waste and Recycling capacity. Campuses and solution providers share the challenge of how and where to deploy small cell, broadband, and other information and communication technology ("ICT") infrastructure in public spaces without additional clutter. By design, Bigbelly Smart Waste and Recycling stations are located where people locate; which is where wireless demands are generally the greatest. The Telebelly platform, which can either utilize existing Bigbelly or greenfield locations, is easy to access and hides technology in plain sight. Most importantly, the platform enables better wireless experiences exactly where people congregate the most. "The University of North Texas has long enjoyed the benefits from the Bigbelly Smart Waste and Recycling system located throughout the Denton campus, said Chad Crocker, UNT Senior Director of Maintenance. "The solution helps the University provide more capacity, a cleaner environment, and is aligned with its sustainability goals compared to conventional waste bins. The integration of this solution with mobile connectivity allows us to additionally ensure that the campus has a best-in-class wireless service provider experience." "With the University of North Texas, Bigbelly and AT&T, the possibilities are as exciting as they are limitless. In UNT's hands, ultra-fast, reliable connectivity will open doors of opportunity for students, businesses, and the community, enabling innovation in countless areas," said Jason Hamilton, AT&T Area Manager, Technical Project Management. "We are grateful to the entire team at UNT and Bigbelly for their collaboration. The overall sleek form factor allowed for the solution to gain quick approval and ease of deployment." Alex Gamota, Bigbelly Senior Vice President of ICT, stated: "Bigbelly is thrilled to enable robust wireless connectivity for the University of North Texas community and AT&T. Improving connectivity not only supports information and communication technology applications; the platform also empowers smart campuses, such as the University of North Texas, to optimize daily operations and enhance the overall quality of life." About the University of North Texas:  As one of the nation's largest universities, we offer 113 bachelor's, 94 master's, and 37 doctoral degree programs. By providing access, welcoming diversity and strengthening our collaborations with our many educational, business and community partners, as well as building new partnerships across the globe, UNT's faculty and staff work each day to prepare students for the challenges they will meet in our changing world. About AT&T Communications:  We help family, friends and neighbors connect in meaningful ways every day. From the first phone call 140+ years ago to mobile video streaming, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. AT&T Communications is part of AT&T Inc. For more information, please visit us at att.com. About Bigbelly:  Bigbelly is the world leader in public space Smart Waste & Recycling solutions. With over 65,000 stations deployed around the world and in all 50 states, it is a ubiquitous part of our landscape. Municipalities, campuses, retail venues, public transit systems, airports, hospitals, and more are all members of the global Bigbelly community. Further enhancing public spaces, Bigbelly provides an innovative multi-purpose platform to host communications infrastructure – the Telebelly. SOURCE Bigbelly

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Digital Locations Adds 20,000 Bigbelly Locations to Its Roster of 5G Cell Sites
Agreement will allow the Company to accelerate the buildout of carrier small cells and new private networks nationwide
Santa Barbara, CA - April 12, 2022 - Digital Locations, Inc. (DLOC), the leading aggregator and marketplace for small 5G cell sites, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Bigbelly to market approximately 20,000 locations to the Digital Locations small cell network of potential sites. Bigbelly has deployed over 65,000 smart waste solution units worldwide, with approximately 20,000 of those in the US. They are the world leaders in waste and recycling solutions for public spaces (i.e. municipalities, campuses, retail venues, public transit systems, airports, hospitals, and mixed-use parks). Further enhancing the landscape and community experience, Bigbelly provides an innovative multi-purpose platform to host communications infrastructure - the Telebelly. As a result of this agreement, Bigbelly and Digital Locations seek to be one of the first teaming arrangements to solve the outdoor/indoor 5G cellular signal problem by providing a solution to where people frequent the most, such as busy cities and towns, campuses and corporate settings. Using these locations for 5G small cells and private networks using CBRS frequencies will give all these venues better communications options without adding huge installations to the landscape. Alex Gamota, Bigbelly Senior Vice President of ICT, stated, "We are excited to team with Digital Locations to accelerate the deployment of robust and easy to operate wireless connectivity networks for our carrier and property owner customers. By design, Bigbelly's Waste and Recycling stations are situated 'where the people are'. Improving connectivity not only supports information and communication technology applications; the Telebelly platform also optimizes daily operations and enhances the overall quality of life." "We are thrilled to announce this partnership with Bigbelly which will help bring greater 5G connectivity to the places most frequented by consumers," said Rich Berliner, CEO of Digital Locations. "Bigbelly's locations will give us the ability to assist our customers in expanding their wireless footprint using 4G, 5G and CBRS technologies. The opportunity for parties to work with us and buildout their networks quickly and easily creates a terrific value proposition." About Bigbelly
Bigbelly is the world leader in public space Waste & Recycling solutions. With over 65,000 stations deployed around the world and in all 50 states, it is a ubiquitous part of our landscape. Municipalities, campuses, retail venues, public transit systems, airports, hospitals, and more are all members of the global Bigbelly community. Further enhancing public spaces, Bigbelly provides an innovative multi-purpose platform to host communications infrastructure - the Telebelly. To learn more about Bigbelly please visit www.bigbelly.com
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Digital Locations, Inc., is the leading aggregator and marketplace for small 5G cell sites. 5G wireless networks are expected to be 100 times faster than current 4G LTE networks. This will enable global scale killer applications such as self-driving cars, the Internet of things (IOT), mobile streaming of 4K videos, real-time hologram-based collaboration, and lag-free high definition gaming. To realize this vision, many new 5G antennas are needed because high frequency 5G signals cannot travel farther than 100 meters. It is estimated that more than 1 million new 5G cell towers must be added in the United States alone. We currently have rights to more than 110,000 pre-qualified wireless cell sites that can be developed to help meet the demands of 5G networks. Using our patented software system, network operators such as Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile Sprint can easily contract with site owners all over the U.S, to quickly build out their wireless networks. Our goal is to continue to acquire the rights to more sites and become a "landlord" of tomorrow's wireless communications assets. To learn more about Digital Locations please visit www.digitallocations.com
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Digital Locations : Press Release dated April 12, 2022 - Form 8-K

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