Technical articles from Richesin Engineering's field engineers — network infrastructure, fiber optics, cybersecurity, wildfire comms, and more.
Why regular tower inspections are critical for safety and compliance, and what to expect from a professional tower inspection — from visual checks to RF testing.
A practical field guide to fiber optic splicing — fusion vs. mechanical, OTDR testing, splice loss budgets, and best practices from Richesin Engineering's technicians.
Alaska's remote networks face unique cybersecurity challenges. Learn how to protect satellite-connected, remote, and critical infrastructure networks from modern threats.
The challenges and solutions for building fiber infrastructure in Alaska's most remote communities — permafrost, wildlife crossings, and extreme weather included.
Sound network architecture is the foundation of small business cybersecurity. Learn how proper segmentation, firewall design, and monitoring reduce your attack surface.
Everything you need to know about surveillance cameras in Alaska — cold weather ratings, remote connectivity, wildlife detection, and off-grid power options.
Security best practices for field laptops and mobile devices at wildland fire incident command posts — encryption, VPN, physical security, and chain of custody.
Lessons learned from managing large-scale telecom deployments in remote environments — what works, what doesn't, and how to build projects that scale.
A practical IT and communications checklist for setting up wildland fire incident command posts — network infrastructure, satellite connectivity, and radio integration.
Practical strategies for designing and optimizing mixed fiber and microwave backhaul networks for rural broadband, ISPs, and utility communications.
Step-by-step approach to planning and executing wireless backhaul upgrades with zero customer impact — from pre-migration testing to rollback planning.
Network design principles for oil fields, wind farms, solar facilities, and remote energy infrastructure — built to survive the environment and support operations.
Everything Oregon businesses and property owners need to know about professional surveillance camera selection, installation, and Oregon security compliance.
Understanding the unique cybersecurity requirements of field-deployed telecom infrastructure — remote towers, satellite links, and temporary command post networks.
A project spotlight on our LTE radio installation in Kaktovik, Alaska — one of the most remote communities in North America, above the Arctic Circle.
Current best practices for OSP network design — fiber selection, route planning, conduit systems, and documentation standards for carrier and enterprise builds.
A practical framework for deciding between enterprise and industrial/rugged network hardware — when the premium is justified and when standard gear will do.