Multi-Site Warehouse Security & Network Upgrade for Bridge Industrial: Philadelphia, South Philly & New Jersey

Bridge Industrial, a major commercial real estate firm, needed a reliable partner to upgrade security and networking across several of their key warehouse locations in the Philadelphia metro area and northern New Jersey. Bridge Cable stepped in to deliver comprehensive, site-specific solutions, including network cabling, fiber, security camera installation, and custom access control, ultimately completing projects at five separate facilities in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Project Background: A Complex Need Across Multiple Warehouses

Bridge Industrial manages high-value warehouses throughout the region, with each location presenting its own unique networking and security challenges. The initial engagement began at a Philadelphia warehouse, where Bridge Cable was brought in as the “boots on the ground” for a national technology company. The project quickly expanded as Bridge Cable’s team impressed the property and facility managers, leading to additional work in South Philadelphia and at three more New Jersey locations: South Plainfield, Piscataway, and Elizabeth, right next to the airport.

The client’s requirements included:

• Modern, reliable network cabling (Cat6 and fiber) to support operations
• Enhanced security with Verkada cameras
• Advanced access control, including custom door and gate repairs
• Quick turnaround, minimal disruption, and full compliance with building codes

Initial Consultation & Needs Assessment

Bridge Cable’s process always begins with a hands-on assessment. After the initial network cabling project was scoped in Philadelphia, the team went beyond the basic deliverables by asking deeper questions about the client’s future needs, especially around security and access control. Proactive communication set the tone, with Bridge Cable’s project manager personally reaching out to facility managers and exploring opportunities to further protect the properties.

It was during this discovery phase that the property manager expressed dissatisfaction with the timeline and pricing from a national security provider. Bridge Cable was asked to review a competing quote from Wagner, a well-known national competitor, and responded with a solution that came in 30% lower in cost, without sacrificing quality or speed.

What Bridge Cable Built at Each Location

Network Cabling & Fiber Installation

• Cat6 network wiring and fiber backbone installed at all five sites, supporting high-bandwidth warehouse operations and IT infrastructure.
• Custom cable runs were completed to specification in large, high-ceiling spaces, with all cabling professionally terminated and tested for performance.

Security Camera Systems

• Deployment of Verkada security cameras across the warehouse interiors and exteriors, providing high-definition, cloud-managed surveillance.
• Strategic placement to maximize visibility and minimize blind spots, with special attention to warehouse perimeters and loading dock access.

Access Control Solutions

• Installation of electronic door access systems at main entry points and secure areas.
• Custom locksmithing and repair of damaged doors, a task most national providers refuse to handle in-house.
  • In South Philly, Bridge Cable’s team restored and reinforced a malfunctioning access door, completing work on-site without delays or extra contractors.
• Weatherproofing for exterior gates, ensuring reliable performance regardless of conditions.

Specialized Problem-Solving

• Custom conduit bending to route new wiring over existing infrastructure, especially important in Elizabeth, NJ, where space was tight and aesthetics mattered.
• Advanced IT troubleshooting:
  
  • Resolved major bandwidth issues when the client’s Verizon cellular connection struggled with the heavy data demands of new video systems.
  • At the Elizabeth warehouse, Bridge Cable’s team diagnosed and mitigated radio frequency (RF) interference caused by the site’s proximity to the airport, leveraging in-house RF engineering expertise for a seamless fix.

Step-by-Step Process: From First Walkthrough to Final Walkthrough

1. Site Survey & Discovery

Each project kicked off with an in-person survey. Bridge Cable’s team reviewed current infrastructure, listened to the facility manager’s concerns, and documented every operational need.

2. Custom Quote & Design

Custom solutions were designed for each site. Bridge Cable provided straightforward, itemized quotes, often beating national competitors by a significant margin.

3. Project Execution

• Network cabling was installed first, with teams working off-hours where needed to avoid disruption.
• Security camera mounting and wiring followed, coordinated with access control installation.
• Unique site challenges (damaged doors, exterior gates, conduit routing) were handled in real time, with Bridge Cable’s own team (never subcontractors).

4. Testing & Troubleshooting

Every wire and device was tested and certified for performance. Bandwidth and interference issues were resolved using in-house IT and RF engineering knowledge, ensuring no defects or missed deadlines.

5. Final Walkthrough & Client Signoff

Bridge Cable performed a detailed walkthrough with the property managers at each location. The client appreciated not just the technical results, but the professionalism, communication, and fast turnaround.

Results: Five Warehouses Secured, Networking Future-Proofed

Bridge Cable delivered:

• 0% missed deadlines, 0% defects: Every project was finished on time and met the highest quality standards.
• Significant cost savings: Solutions consistently priced at least 30% below national competitors.
• More work awarded: Thanks to outstanding performance, Bridge Cable was chosen to upgrade additional sites across New Jersey and South Philly.

The client’s managers praised the team for their fast response, clear branding, and ability to solve problems that others walked away from. Facility managers noted that Bridge Cable’s on-site technicians were courteous, efficient, and willing to handle unexpected issues, from tricky access doors to complex IT problems, without delay.