--- title: Blog description: More Than Just Power The Altronix Blog is a collection of articles educating integrators with best practices --- - go to [altronix.com](https://www.altronix.com) - ** +1.718.567.8181 - **[ info@altronix.com](mailto:info@altronix.com) - [**](https://www.facebook.com/Altronix-Corp-138016306862201/) - [**](https://twitter.com/AltronixCorp) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/altronixcorp/) [![Altronix Logo](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Logo/Altronix%20logo%20vector-01.svg "Altronix Logo")](https://solutions.altronix.com) - [About](https://solutions.altronix.com/about-us) - [What's New](https://solutions.altronix.com/whats-new) - Solutions - [Building Automation](https://solutions.altronix.com/building-automation) - [Power Over Long Distances](https://solutions.altronix.com/netway-spectrum) - [Thought Leadership](https://solutions.altronix.com/solutions/thought-leadership) - [Markets](https://solutions.altronix.com/markets) - [Media](https://solutions.altronix.com/media) - [Press Releases](https://solutions.altronix.com/press-releases) - [Altronix in the News](https://solutions.altronix.com/media/altronix-in-the-news) - [Resources](https://solutions.altronix.com/resources) - [Blog](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog) - [Events](https://solutions.altronix.com/events) - [Case Studies](https://solutions.altronix.com/case-studies) - [Whitepapers](https://solutions.altronix.com/resources/whitepapers) - [Videos](https://solutions.altronix.com/resources/videos) - [Brand Application Videos](https://solutions.altronix.com/resources/brand-application-videos) - [Webinars](https://solutions.altronix.com/resources/webinars) - [Contact](https://solutions.altronix.com/contact-us) [**](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog#) ![BLOG_Header_smallbanner-1](https://solutions.altronix.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Header_Background/BLOG_Header_smallbanner-1.jpg?width=1920&name=BLOG_Header_smallbanner-1.jpg "BLOG_Header_smallbanner-1") # More Than Just Power™ The Altronix Blog [![](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Altronix_Pace_T1L_building_rendering_with_callouts_6-25-26_1934x995.jpg) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/t1l-media-converters-for-building-automation-infrastructure) ## [T1L Media Converters and Switches for Building Automation Infrastructure](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/t1l-media-converters-for-building-automation-infrastructure) on May 18, 2026 1:21:12 PM By | [Ronnie Pennington](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/ronnie-pennington) | [Building Automation](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/building-automation) Building Automation a Better Way... With Existing Infrastructure [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/t1l-media-converters-for-building-automation-infrastructure) [![](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Camera%20in%20data%20center.jpg) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/enhancing-data-center-security-with-integrated-access-control-kk) ## [Enhancing Data Center Security with Integrated Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/enhancing-data-center-security-with-integrated-access-control-kk) on Jul 2, 2025 10:42:48 AM By | [Ronnie Pennington](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/ronnie-pennington) | [Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/access-control) | [Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/power-solutions) | [Data Centers](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/data-centers) Maximizing Access Control Efficiency in Data Centers: Smarter Security, Smaller Footprint [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/enhancing-data-center-security-with-integrated-access-control-kk) [![](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Getting-More-Fiber-Into-You-System-Altronix-blog.png) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/go-the-distance-by-getting-more-fiber-into-your-system) ## [Go the Distance by Getting More Fiber Into Your System](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/go-the-distance-by-getting-more-fiber-into-your-system) on Sep 30, 2020 9:37:57 AM By | [Ronnie Pennington](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/ronnie-pennington) | [Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/access-control) | [Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/power-solutions) The evolving sophistication and range of video surveillance, security and communications systems, and the increased data loads required by each continues to drive the use of fiber optic networks for these applications. According to the Guide to.. [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/go-the-distance-by-getting-more-fiber-into-your-system) [![Getting-the-New-IEEE-802.3bt-to-Tango_Blog_Post](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Blog%20-%20Resize%20Images%20764%20x%20500/Getting-the-New-IEEE-802.3bt-to-Tango_Blog_Post.png) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/getting-the-new-ieee-802.3bt-to-tango) ## [Getting the New IEEE 802.3bt to Tango](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/getting-the-new-ieee-802.3bt-to-tango) on Oct 29, 2019 12:33:59 PM By | [Ronnie Pennington](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/ronnie-pennington) | [Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/access-control) | [Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/power-solutions) The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) ratified a new PoE standard in September of 2018 that goes by several names. Officially it’s called 802.3bt, but many industry pros refer to it as 4PPoE (4 Pair PoE) – and it’s a game.. [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/getting-the-new-ieee-802.3bt-to-tango) [![Lithium-Iron-Phosphate-Battery-Backup-is-a-Game-Changer](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Blog%20-%20Resize%20Images%20764%20x%20500/Lithium-Iron-Phosphate-Battery-Backup-is-a-Game-Changer.jpg) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/lithium-iron-phosphate-battery-backup-is-a-game-changer) ## [Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Backup is a Game Changer!](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/lithium-iron-phosphate-battery-backup-is-a-game-changer) on Mar 4, 2019 10:25:13 AM By | [JR Andrews](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/jr-andrews) | [Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/access-control) | [Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/power-solutions) New Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are ushering in a new generation of DC power that will eventually render Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) batteries obsolete. And for good reasons, as they deliver significant performance and long-term.. [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/lithium-iron-phosphate-battery-backup-is-a-game-changer) [![Benefits-of-Integrating-Access-Control-](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Blog%20-%20Resize%20Images%20764%20x%20500/Benefits-of-Integrating-Access-Control-.jpg) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/the-benefits-of-integrating-access-control-and-power-solutions) ## [The Benefits of Integrating Access Control and Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/the-benefits-of-integrating-access-control-and-power-solutions) on Dec 4, 2018 2:13:37 PM By | [JR Andrews](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/jr-andrews) | [Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/access-control) | [Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/power-solutions) Integrated access control and video surveillance systems provide greatly enhanced security operations, but often entail complicated setups with high installation and labor costs. New power and access integration solutions alleviate much of this.. [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/the-benefits-of-integrating-access-control-and-power-solutions) [![Networked-Power-and-Data-Transmission](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Blog%20-%20Resize%20Images%20764%20x%20500/Networked-Power-and-Data-Transmission.jpg) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/how-networked-power-and-data-transmission-products-create-new-revenue-opportunities-for-systems-integrators) ## [How Networked Power and Data Transmission Products Create New Revenue Opportunities for Systems Integrators](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/how-networked-power-and-data-transmission-products-create-new-revenue-opportunities-for-systems-integrators) on Dec 3, 2018 10:40:00 AM By | [Ronnie Pennington](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/ronnie-pennington) The global physical security industry continues to experience significant growth according to an industry report by Allied Market Research. This report indicates that the global physical security market is projected to reach $153 billion by 2023. [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/how-networked-power-and-data-transmission-products-create-new-revenue-opportunities-for-systems-integrators) [![Four-Trends](https://solutions.altronix.com/hubfs/Four-Trends.jpg) ](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/four-trends-affecting-power-solutions-blog) ## [Four Trends Affecting Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/four-trends-affecting-power-solutions-blog) on Mar 19, 2018 4:23:37 PM By | [Ronnie Pennington](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/ronnie-pennington) | [Power Solutions](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/power-solutions) Enterprises are facing increasing security risks every day. Monitored power solutions can help to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure reliable surveillance, access, and security system operation. [Read More](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/four-trends-affecting-power-solutions-blog) ## [Access Control and Networking…Amplified to the Next Level](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/access-control-and-networking-amplified-to-the-next-level) on Mar 19, 2018 1:26:55 PM By | [JR Andrews](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/author/jr-andrews) | [Access Control](https://solutions.altronix.com/blog/topic/access-control) Don’t let the definition of the word amplify fool you. While the audiophiles of the world may believe it’s all about sound, the synonyms for the word amplify prove it to mean so much more. For the security industry, emerging technologies enhance the.. 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