From Blocked Signals to Flawless Connections
Why Modern Buildings Face Connectivity Challenges
Higher frequency 5G signals have more trouble penetrating buildings.
Energy-efficient windows and materials create a barrier to mobile signals.
Multiple floors and thick walls further weaken signal penetration.
Metal structures and thermal insulation act as a Faraday cage.
Growing reliance on mobile connectivity means more users, which in turn leads to weaker signal strength.
WAVETHRU® Technology:
The Engineering Behind Seamless Connectivity
WAVETHRU utilizes a patented, non-invasive laser process to overcome the signal-blocking effect of modern glazing. This technology modifies the surface of the glass to restore mobile connectivity without altering its appearance or performance.
There are three main stages to the process:
Etching the Invisible Pattern
Whether applied in the factory to new glazing or on-site for a legacy building, a high-precision laser etches microscopic lines in a grid pattern in the glazing's low-emissivity (metallic) coating.
Applying the Solution Strategically and Efficiently
The laser treatment is applied to a limited area of the glass, typically around 1m². This strategic application is all that's needed to deliver optimal connectivity for the entire indoor space, making the solution highly efficient.
Creating a Smart Surface
The laser etching process transforms the coating into a "frequency-selective surface", effectively turning it into a smart filter that allows mobile signals (0.4 to 6 GHz) to pass through freely while having a negligible impact (less than 1%) on the glazing's original thermal and solar performance.
Benefits of WAVETHRU
- Transforms mobile dead zones into spaces with full 4G/5G stability.
- Eliminates dropped calls and guarantees reliable, high-speed data.
- Delivers a future-proof solution ready for all current and future mobile needs.
- A smart, one-time investment with zero ongoing operational costs.
- Requires no power supply and no maintenance for its entire lifespan.
- Supports key sustainability certifications like BREEAM.
- A completely invisible laser treatment.
- Zero impact on the building's aesthetic and design.
- Flexible choice: factory-treated glazing for newbuilds or on-site treatment for renovation projects.
Why choose WAVETHRU Over Traditional Solutions?
Traditional solutions and their limitations
The WAVETHRU alternative
- -30 dB
Radio Signal Loss
- 72
Light transmission
- 38
Solar factor
- 1.1
U-value
- -5 dB
Radio Signal Loss
- 72
Light transmission
- 38
Solar factor
- 1.1
U-value
- Pattern applied
- Percentage of windows to be treated in the building
- Percentage of the surface area of each window to be treated
