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State-of-art LV systems installed

01 December 2004

IDC (Intelligent Data Communication) – which has successfully recently-completed the installation of all the low-voltage (LV) systems at the prestigious West Bay Complex (Four Seasons Hotel) in Doha among a string of major technology projects – is moving forward to increase its share to this emerging technology offering customised products and services.

IDC was awarded the contract for design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning of all the low-voltage systems in the West Bay Complex – Four Seasons Hotel.
According to George A Kenich, manager of IDC, this state-of-the-art system integration includes:
• Telecommunication solutions;
• Fiber optic networks and backbones;
• Hotel interactive TV;
• Video on demand (VOD);
• CCTV (closed circuit television);
• Central satellite TV (SMATV);
• Computers, servers etc;
• Access control;
• Point-of-sales network;
• Hotel operating system;
• High-speed internet;
• Wireless systems;
• Audio visual;
• Aviation lighting; and
• Facade lighting.
Apart from this West Bay Complex, the company has completed a variety of complex projects and earned the reputation of being both aggressive and competitive in the region.
IDC has established itself as a specialised player in telecommunication, automation, networking and state-of-the-art system integration, consultancy, design and implementation, says Kenich.
IDC designs, implements and certifies the fiber optic network infrastructure required to support the emerging technology in order to drive the mission critical voice, data, video, control and security system applications, says Kenich.
IDC’s expertise extends to various specialised services that includes: fibre optic networks; telecommunication system; wireless systems; voice and data transmission; video conferencing; security systems; CCTV; access control; and interactive TV, audio visual, BMS (building management systems), photovoltaic power, fire alarm/fire-fighting; control – Scada (supervisory control and data acquisition), telemetry and automation systems.
IDC works with the customer in order to apply the best up-to-date solutions such as voice and audio over IP (Internet Protocol), Ethernet to the home or office, security, control, audio visual and interactive systems, creating ‘Intelligent Buildings’.
“We ensure that all building services and network applications work together,” he says. “However, the unified approach adopted by the company goes one step further by testing the solutions for interoperability, functionality and performance, providing a further guarantee that the entire solution will fully function at an optimum level.”
IDC provides support from design to post installation. It assists future-focused customers striving to expand their geographical business boundaries by ensuring consistent service and support levels.
The company also provides end-to-end system guarantee, which offers the following advantages:
• One point of contact for all infrastructure, applications, installation-training and maintenance questions;
• Warranty coverage to repair or replace defective components;
• Freedom to choose from a variety of leading-edge copper and fiber cable solutions;
• Compliance with global standards - ANSI/TIA/EIA/ISO/IEC;
• Standards-compliant copper and fiber link testing; and
• Network application assurance.
The company is managed by a team of professionals who bring with them a wide experience, gained from working with reputable companies around the world. “This has enabled us to be in unique position to handle any communications, computer networks and hi-tech projects in the area,” says Kenich.
Having prioritised the aspect of quality in service, the company’s staff receives continuous ongoing training on products, standards and installation practices, ensuring the reliability and performance, Kenich concludes.