Utilities & Energy
Infrastructure built for when downtime isn't an option.
POTS migration, mission-critical redundancy, and remote IoT monitoring — designed around your obligations.
The Challenges
What utilities face right now
SCADA connectivity with no room for failure
Legacy radio and leased-line networks weren’t built for today’s grid. Substations, renewables, and pipeline sites need hardened last-mile connectivity to keep control and protection data flowing—even during outages or failures. A dropped link isn’t a service issue; it’s a safety event.
OT networks that are one breach away from exposure
Utilities run critical infrastructure on OT networks not built for cybersecurity. Without segmentation, encrypted tunnels, and zero-trust access at each site, a single breach can spread across the grid. The architecture must assume breach, not just try to prevent it.
Field operations running on disconnected systems
Substations, service vehicles, and mobile crews shouldn’t run on ad-hoc LTE modems, consumer apps, and legacy radios. Utilities need a single managed communications fabric—with centralized visibility, consistent security, and one pane of glass across every field endpoint.
How We Help
Solutions mapped to your operations
POTS Replacement
Full copper dependency audit and managed migration
We identify every POTS-dependent service across your infrastructure — SCADA lines, alarm panels, remote telemetry — and manage the migration to modern alternatives without creating new gaps.
Mission Critical Connectivity
Multi-path redundancy and priority SLA
Connectivity architectures with independent primary and secondary paths, automatic failover, and tested — not assumed — restoration procedures. Designed to your operational requirements, not generic commercial terms.
Internet of Things
Cellular connectivity for remote assets
Industrial-grade routers (Sierra Wireless, Peplink, Digi) deployed at remote substations and field assets. Managed Bell SIMs, remote device monitoring, and integration with your existing SCADA or operations platform.
5,000+ customers trust us with the hard stuff
"I've had the pleasure of working with National Wireless for over a decade. They understand our business and have offered creative solutions to address our needs, always exceeding expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and agile business partner."
Mike F.
ACCLAIM HEALTH
"National Wireless has been an important part of our work. Communications is paramount for our SCADA system — and as we continue to grow, remote monitoring of our distribution system equipment and DER sites will become even more critical."
Mike
ERTH POWER · UTILITY DISTRIBUTION & GENERATION
"We haven't had any issues or experienced any packet loss since switching to National Wireless. The reliability has been flawless and it's eliminated the need for repeated site visits. For our business, that's invaluable."
Aaron Lengyel
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR · FORTRAN TRAFFIC SYSTEMS
"The National Wireless team consistently goes above and beyond to deliver outstanding service. Their dedication, reliability, and commitment to our best interests have made them an essential partner — not just for mobility projects, but across the Bell ecosystem."
Chris R.
TBM SERVICE GROUP
"National Wireless was the only company that answered the phone. They responded within an hour, and within 24 hours we had the system purchased. Every time I've reached out — email, service ticket, or phone call — I get a response within an hour or two, not days."
Jason Casey
EQUIPMENT MANAGER · THE MONCTON WILDCATS
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