Cat6 vs Cat6A vs Cat7: which network cable should your business choose?

Cat6, Cat6A or Cat7? Your cable choice determines speed and reliability for the next 10 to 15 years. We explain the differences: speed, distance, shielding, PoE and price, plus clear advice on when to choose which.

Network cablingDecember 12, 2025

What does network cabling cost to install? Pricing explained.

What does network cabling cost? An honest answer is never a single figure. We explain the pricing transparently: number of outlets, distance, cable category, building type and certification, plus an indication per outlet and why a fixed price up front pays off.

Network cablingDecember 19, 2025

Getting your network certified: what is in a handover report?

Testing or certifying, is that the same thing? No. We explain the difference, which standards apply (TIA/EIA and ISO/IEC) and exactly what a Fluke test report shows: length, attenuation, crosstalk and return loss. And why that handover report protects you.

MSP partnerDecember 26, 2025

Outsourcing network cabling as an MSP: when and why?

Pulling cables yourself costs time and is not your core business. For MSPs and IT providers, a white-label cabling partner is often smarter. We explain when outsourcing pays off, what the benefits are and how to recognise a reliable cabling partner.

MSP PartnerNovember 28, 2025

Why MSP companies benefit from a dedicated cabling partner

For MSP companies, a reliable cabling partner is worth its weight in gold. Read how SIGNAALMAKERS, as a specialist in network cabling and wifi cabling, handles the physical layer for MSPs throughout the Netherlands and Belgium.

Network CablingNovember 28, 2025

Why network cabling is the most important layer of your IT environment

Many companies invest in expensive routers, switches and wifi equipment, but forget the foundation: network cabling. Yet this is the physical layer on which everything runs. In this article we explain why good cabling is essential for a stable data network.

Wifi CablingNovember 21, 2025

What is wifi cabling and why do you need data cables for good wifi?

Wireless internet works without cables, right? Yes, between your laptop and the access point. But for a professional wifi network you actually need cabling. In this article we explain how wifi cabling works and why it's crucial.

Network CablingNovember 14, 2025

When is it time to replace and modernize your network cabling?

Network cabling lasts a long time, but not forever. Cat5 cabling from 2005 slows down modern networks. In this article we explain when it's time to replace and modernize your cabling to Cat6A or Cat7.

Cable PlanNovember 7, 2025

Why a good cable plan is indispensable for a professional data network

A cable plan may seem unnecessary, but it's the foundation of every professional data network. Without a plan, cabling becomes messy, undocumentable and unmanageable. In this article we explain why a cable plan is essential.

Patch CabinetOctober 31, 2025

Cable management and documentation: the silent heroes behind efficient network management

Patch cabinets full of spaghetti cables and not a single label. We see it too often. Good cable management and documentation seem boring, but make the difference between a professional network and an unmanageable mess.