Telecommunications Equipment

The telecommunications industry has gone through some ground breaking technological changes in the last twenty years. We have seen a proliferation of cell phones, voice over IP (VOIP), T1 lines, virtual offices and fiber optic lines. End-user phone systems, as well as service provider equipment has essentially evolved into specialized computer systems. Losses involving this type of equipment can be further complicated by the computer infrastructure and/or the systems used for Internet connectivity. In today’s competitive business market, no company can afford to be without telephone and the Internet very long if they intended to stay in business. Therefore, even without business interruption insurance, resolving a loss quickly and effectively is more important than ever.

LWG’s engineers have the experience necessary to help make the best determinations about which system can repaired and returned to service and which equipment is not cost effective to consider. Regardless if the peril is lighting, powers surge, impact, fire, water or any number of other sources, portions of a telecommunications system can often be saved, repaired or sold as salvage. LWG can help you determine which is the best course of action for you and your insured.

LWG also has extensive experience reviewing costs and necessary scopes of work involving telecommunications infrastructure claims. Determinations about which cables can be saved, which can be sliced, and which require full replacement. Even if full replacement is necessary, there are questions involving copper wire vs. fiber optic cable, under ground vs. overhead, direct bury vs. the use of conduit, and many other issues. LWG can help you ensure you are finding the most cost effective solution to return the claimant to a pre-loss condition.

LWG Consulting has experience in a wide assortment of telephone communications equipment including:

• Telephone Switches
• Voice Over IP (or VOIP) telephone system
• Commercial Telephone Switchgear
• T1 related devices
• Voicemail systems
• Automated Call Accounting
• Auto Attendants
• Issues with the North American Dialing Plan (NADP)
• Cellular Telephone Switches

To speak with an engineer regarding a matter involving telecommunications equipment, please contact LWG at (800) 326-5075.