What is Power over Ethernet (PoE)? Power over Ethernet (PoE) is the process of sending electrical power and data over copper wire. The combination of data transmission along with power supplying hardware onto the same RJ45 Ethernet connector allows for the transmission of power over the network cabling. PoE networks can source power at the […]

Every year there are many fires on construction sites and in buildings undergoing refurbishment; people are injured, properties are destroyed, including irreplaceable heritage buildings and the industry suffers disruption and unexpected costs from which many never recover. Even if the construction project survives the fire, the experience will almost certainly demoralise the construction crew. As […]

In 2020 the Federal Government announced that most businesses earning up to $5 billion can now write off eligible assets, at any cost, until June 2022 with the instant asset write-off deduction. The measure applies to eligible assets purchased from 6 October 2020 and first used or installed by 30 June 2022. The cost of […]

From humble beginnings 25 years ago as a one-man team on the Gold Coast, the company has grown into an international operation with offices in NSW, Victoria, WA, QLD, NT and New Zealand.   Founder and Managing Director Mr Raymond W Smith formed Powertec in 1995 after he recognised a need in the Australian telecommunications landscape […]

Solar and wind-powered energy systems are the cleanest and greenest sources of energy to help power your home or business. Off the Grid Solar-powered devices are becoming more and more prevalent as a result of improvements in efficiency and reduction in prices. With these developments in power solutions, more applications are being utilised for their […]

The highly reliable, ruggedised remotely managed cellular repeater solution, the CEL-FI GO RMOE. The evolution of technology in the Agricultural sector has seen an ever-increasing demand for industrial devices to be connected, farmers can now use their smartphones to remotely monitor their equipment, crops and livestock. Technology promises improved productivity, quality and yield, enhanced sustainability, reduced wastage and the ability […]

How 4G is still so relevant in society with the introduction of 5G? All major Australian Carriers are currently rolling out 5G networks across Australia. With the main players offering mobile phone plans with promises of faster download speeds and entertainment packages. The new technology promises to deliver more capacity, faster speeds, and less latency. […]

The number of IoT and M2M devices used in various industries has grown exponentially over recent years. Whether it is the location of a fleet of trucks, controlling the course of a combine harvester on a farm or connecting a network of smart water and electricity meters in a city; each of these units requires […]

Poynting Antennas are durable and produce an outstanding performance in cellular, marine, mobility, mining, farming and agricultural, IoT and M2M applications. Powertec is now stocking Poynting as an alternative to our in-house brand Blackhawk Antennas to provide customers seeking more options. Poynting LPDA Antenna Available with two different cable lengths, this high-gain, wideband, directional antenna covers […]

Powertec Telecommunications, the leading wireless communication products & solutions provider in Australia & New Zealand, partners with Robotics Cats to provide InsightFD Early Wildfire Detection System in the ANZ markets. The 2019 Mega-bushfire burnt an estimated 11.46m hectares, destroyed over 5,900 buildings and killed at least 34 people. Almost 3 billion animals were killed or […]

Cellferno Overview Due to Cellferno’s focus on speed, it can act as a primary internet for areas with poor internet, cellular or NBN service. The coverage area is up to 350m of 2.4Ghz or up to 250m of 5Ghz Wi-Fi coverage, making the Cellferno kit perfect for many farming properties, rural and domestic properties. We have […]

Southport, Australia and Johannesburg, South Africa, 18 August 2020  Powertec Telecommunications is excited to announce their 2020 partnership with Poynting Antennas distributing across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.   Paul Boyce, Powertec’s Product Development Manager, states “Poynting is the perfect fit for our dealer distributor base who have a focus on quality antennas for connectivity solutions in rural and regional communities and businesses. Our antenna business has doubled year on […]