Services

Property & Planning

Our team has extensive experience in delivering strategic roadmap and developments across large-scale Telecommunications and Infrastructure projects. We provide specialist consulting advice within Property and Town Planning domains such as:

• Development of site identification and analysis due diligence
• Property Tenure Agreement Negotiation for new greenfield facilities including lease renewals and re-negotiations to optimise portfolio
• Property and Lease Administration Management
• Strategic environmental Town Planning advice including obtaining approvals
• Environmental impact assessments
• Development and implementation of Community Consultation strategies including Stakeholder Engagement

RF Design

SkyAus's RF Design Team specialises in delivering comprehensive solutions tailored to the unique needs of clients across diverse industries, optimising network performance, coverage, and capacity. Our approach integrates thorough analysis, advanced modelling, and strategic planning to ensure efficient spectrum utilisation and minimise interference. From site selection to network optimisation, we provide end-to-end services that address the demands of today's digital landscape.

With extensive industry knowledge and diverse experience collaborating with multiple vendors, operators, and suppliers, SkyAus has developed a deep understanding of customer requirements and consistently achieves them with efficiency and effectiveness.

Key components of our RF design services include:

• Coverage and Capacity Analysis
• Path Loss Analysis
• Propagation Modelling Tuning
• Interference Analysis and Mitigation
• Site Layout Design
• Detail Plumbing Diagrams

EME Compliance

SkyAus's EME Compliance Team specialises in delivering tailored solutions and services to meet our clients' needs, ensuring adherence to the standards set by the Australia Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) as well as Australian industry guidelines and standards. Drawing from extensive industry knowledge acquired through diverse experiences with various vendors and suppliers, our team boasts a proven track record of successfully completing thousands of greenfield and Upgrade projects nationwide.

SkyAus EME Compliance Team is accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) for ISO/IEC 17020 inspection standards. Our highly skilled team members offer impartial EME compliance services, including:

• EME Safety Solutions and Risk Management
• EME Exposure Modelling and Predictions
• Near Field Point of Interest (NFPOI) Site Design Visits
• ACMA Assessment and Registration
• ARPANSA Environmental EME Report
• AMTA EME (EMEG) Guide and Compliance Documentation

Site Design

At SkyAus, our in-house Design team is a testament to our expertise across various engineering disciplines, including Telecommunications, Civil, Structural, and Electrical Engineering. With extensive experience in all major MNO and TowerCo projects, our team specialises in both Greenfield and Upgrade Designs. We are committed to delivering engineering solutions of the highest quality, ensuring compliance with all Australian Standards and regulatory requirements. This commitment is reflected in our comprehensive suite of site engineering design services, characterised by robust engineering management methodologies, a total quality management system to ensure efficiency and quality, and a strong focus on safety in design and buildability.

Specialised Engineering Services

Our specialised engineering services encompass design and certification of a variety of structure and site types, including:

• Tower Structures
  Monopoles, Lattice Towers, Guyed Masts, Light Poles, High Voltage (HV) Towers
• Building Structures
  Rooftops, Water Tanks, Silos, Signages, Shrouds
• Small Cell Installations
  Low Impact Enclosures, Roadside Furniture
• Innovative Solutions
  Tubestar, Off-Grid Solar Solutions

With such a comprehensive range of services and a team of seasoned professionals, SkyAus is well-equipped to handle any engineering project with precision and efficiency, ensuring high-quality results that meet all necessary certifications and standards.

Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)

SkyAus specialises in Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and In-Building Coverage (IBC) solutions tailored for cellular operators. We offer full turnkey DAS installation and RF design services to ensure reliable, interference-free connectivity design brief to completion including permit stages.

Our comprehensive offerings include detailed analysis, installation, commissioning, and walk testing, ensuring projects are completed within time and budget constraints while meeting carrier-grade specifications. With expertise in collaborating effectively with major mobile carriers, we have successfully delivered projects in various venues such as shopping centres, high-rise buildings, sporting venues, airports, and other public buildings.

Our services include:

• RF Macro Coverage Walk Test
• Preliminary RF Design
• Final RF Design
• DAS Installation
• PIM Testing
• Sweep Testing
• Carrier Coordination
• Integration and Optimisation

Project Management

Our Project Management Office (PMO) team ensures the seamless and efficient delivery of all network-related projects. Specialising in telecommunications, our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each client, managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, advanced technology, and tight deadlines.

At SkyAus, we prioritise accountability and customer satisfaction. We provide professional services that consistently exceed the highest standards. Collaboration is key to our success; our team managers and leads work closely with PMO representatives from various disciplines to ensure clear objectives and alignment throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Our services include:

• Services Management
  Target setting, issue resolution and risk mitigation
• Efficient Delivery Schedules
  Aligned with client priorities
• Comprehensive Reporting
  Transparent and detailed on all project-related aspects
• EH&S and Quality Assurance
  Implementation of Environment, Health, and Safety standards and quality assurance measures

Civil Construction

At SkyAus, our success is driven by an experienced team dedicated to the seamless end-to-end delivery of your project. We handle complex installations and offer complete turnkey services to keep your project on track and within budget.

With extensive experience in telecommunications engineering, SkyAus has successfully delivered projects of varying scopes and sizes. Our specialised wireless solutions include:

• Building Construction
  Expertise in constructing telecommunications infrastructure within both new and existing buildings, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Greenfields
  Development of new sites from initial acquisition and environmental assessments to the construction of telecom towers and base stations.
• Stay Alive Projects
  Implementing robust solutions to maintain network integrity and uptime during upgrades or maintenance.
• Major Upgrades
  Enhancing existing infrastructure with advanced technology to improve network capacity and efficiency.
• RAN Capacity Upgrades
  Upgrading Radio Access Network components to boost network capacity and performance, including the deployment of technologies like 5G.
• Fibre/Microwave Transmission Deployment and Upgrade
  Installing and upgrading fibre optic and microwave transmission systems for high-speed, reliable connectivity.
• Commissioning and Integration
  Expertly integrating new systems with existing networks to ensure smooth operation and minimal disruption.
• Operations and Maintenance
  Providing ongoing support and maintenance to ensure the long-term reliability and performance of telecommunications infrastructure.

Network Upgrades

As base station technologies shift and improve, carriers need to upgrade their equipment. Our team is not only familiar with all base station technologies but also experienced in microwave deployment. We strive to make any equipment upgrade as streamlined as possible, not exceeding the approved outage window.

SkyAus teams work on the major telecommunication carriers infrastructure in Australia to deliver the timely and ongoing upgrading of base station technologies in metropolitan, rural and remote areas. Our teams are equipped to work on towers, masts or monopoles and building rooftops in high-density areas, to ensure the best possible coverage. Skyaus have been upgrading networks for 20 years and provide projects with extensive experience and knowledge in:

• RAN Capacity (4G, 5G, 5.5G, LTE) Upgrade and Cut-Over Specialist
• Transmission Upgrade
• Power Facility Upgrade

Optimisation

SkyAus utilises advanced industry-standard technologies such as Nemo Outdoor Software with the PCTEL Seegul IBflex Scanner, capable of handling 3G (UMTS), 4G (LTE), and 5G (NR) technologies, to collect and analyse mobile network data. Additionally, Nemo Analysis software is employed for comprehensive analysis and optimisation. Tailored services are also provided for Tetra and P25 networks.

Nemo Outdoor Software with PCTEL Seegul IBflex Scanner:

• Nemo Outdoor Software
  This is a popular tool for drive testing and benchmarking mobile networks. It allows you to collect data from various mobile technologies including 3G (UMTS), 4G (LTE), and 5G (NR). Nemo Outdoor Software provides detailed insights into network performance and coverage.
• PCTEL Seegul IBflex Scanner
  This hardware component is used in conjunction with Nemo Outdoor Software for collecting RF data during drive tests. It supports multiple technologies and provides accurate measurements for network optimisation.

Nemo Analysis Software:

After data collection, this software is used for in-depth analysis of the collected data. It helps in identifying network issues, optimising performance parameters, and generating reports for further action.

Tailored Services for Tetra and P25:

Apart from commercial mobile technologies (3G, 4G, 5G), our services extend to specialised technologies like Tetra (Terrestrial Trunked Radio) and P25 (Project 25), which are used in public safety and mission-critical communications. These technologies require specific expertise and tools for network planning and optimization.

Workflow overview:

• Data collection
  Use Nemo Outdoor Software with the PCTEL Seegul IBflex Scanner to conduct drive tests across different mobile technologies (3G, 4G, 5G).
• Data analysis
  Import collected data into Nemo Analysis software for detailed analysis, including KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) assessment, coverage mapping, throughput analysis, and interference detection.
• Optimisation
  Based on analysis results, optimise network parameters, antenna configurations, and coverage areas to enhance network performance and user experience.