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telecom
After two lean years, AT&T's 600 MHz network expansion, driven by an FCC mandate, is expected to create a substantial increase in tower construction activity in 2027, offering a turning...
6 min read · Updated Sep 2026
telecom
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken decisive action against illegal robocalls, disconnecting 14 voice service providers from US networks. This move, alongside a new...
4 min read · Updated Sep 2026
broadband
Louisiana's rapid rural broadband expansion will connect 15,000 locations by Q1 2027, alongside a massive SpaceX campus creating thousands of jobs. This boom means significant work for...
4 min read · Updated Sep 2026
telecom
New Ookla data reveals 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is expanding, yet speeds are declining, especially in rural areas. Understand the report's findings and their practical impact on...
6 min read · Updated Sep 2026
telecom
Michigan Broadband Services is acquiring Educational Access Network assets for $21M, planning 5G upgrades and network expansion. This deal signals increased activity and new safety...
5 min read · Updated Aug 2026
telecom
NTIA has approved all 56 BEAD broadband plans, unlocking billions for infrastructure. This milestone means significant work for telecom and construction crews, with a clear shift to fixed...
4 min read · Updated Aug 2026
tower climbing
The NWSA is enforcing a strict zero-tolerance policy for online exam environments starting September 1, 2026. Candidates must be alone in a private, covered room with no visible aids. This...
4 min read · Updated Aug 2026
telecom
The FCC has explicitly ruled that its RF exposure limits protect humans only, not wildlife or the environment. This decision impacts environmental reviews for cell tower projects, clarifying...
6 min read · Updated Aug 2026
telecom
A recent financial scrutiny of a Texas cell tower offers a unique window into the complex economics, tenancy, and regulatory landscape of wireless infrastructure. For tower crews and safety...
5 min read · Updated Aug 2026
fcc
The FCC recently ended its 39% local TV station ownership cap. While a media regulation, this decision highlights the broader regulatory landscape impacting telecom infrastructure and worker...
5 min read · Updated Aug 2026
telecom
SpaceX aims to become a major mobile network, but its strategy involves deploying small cellular radios on Starlink dish rooftops, sidestepping traditional tower infrastructure. This...
6 min read · Updated Aug 2026
telecom
The nomination of Danielle Thumann Severs to the FCC is seen as a positive step for the communications infrastructure industry. Learn what her policy priorities could mean for tower crews...
4 min read · Updated Aug 2026
Tag lines — why the load spins without one #towerclimber #safetytraining #construction #telecominstagram · Sep 11
Vandalized tower sites are booby traps for repair crews. When vandals hit a tower, they don't just steal equipment.instagram · Sep 11
missing_torque_wrench #towerclimber #safetytraining #construction #telecominstagram · Sep 10
That big AT&T 600 MHz buildout coming in 2027? It's not optional for them, it's federally mandated.instagram · Sep 10
