In general, a GPS receiving device uses signal received from at least four satellites to compute latitude, longitude, altitude, and time.  The basic GPS service provides users with approximately 3-5 meter positional accuracy, 95% of the time, anywhere on or near the surface of the earth.

While FalTech specialises in GPS repeater technology, we also carry some useful “ancillary” products such as in-line amplifiers and splitters.A GPS signal splitter is hardly a new invention; they have been around for many years and are used in a wide variety of applications.One such use is connecting multiple GPS repeater/receiver devices to a single antenna, reducing the number of antennas and coaxial cables required when making GPS signal available inside a building.

The Global Positioning System (GPS) signals that we use for all manner of location, navigation and timing applications, emanate from a constellation of 24 satellites orbiting the earth some 12,500 miles above ground level.

GPS is a revolutionary piece of communications technology that provides us with the means to determine our exact location more or less anywhere on earth. It also provides a highly-accurate timing signal that is used to synchronise communications networks worldwide.

To ensure that a GPS repeater installation works properly, the system must satisfy certain requirements.The selection and correct installation of system components will make all the difference and ensure great results.

We occasionally get asked about the differences between GNSS and GPS.Is there a difference, or are they basically the same? Are they related terms? Do I need a GPS repeater or a GNSS repeater?This is a brief explanation of the relationship between GNSS and GPS.

Often, firefighting professionals encounter a serious problem with their GPS navigation systems when they leave their fire station in reaction to an emergency call out. Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs) and any other satellite navigation equipment present can fail to provide accurate directions to the incident. This can have serious, and potentially fatal, consequences.

Many fire stations encounter the issue of a lack of GPS coverage inside the building. This can result in unnecessary delays and longer callout times, as well as increased general confusion. Fortunately, the solution to the problem is relatively simple.

GPS disruption in police stations can be a cause of unnecessary confusion and delays in response times. Understanding why the issue happens and the most effective path to resolving it is essential.

Everyone knows that the police force in the UK is crucial to keeping us safe and reducing crime. As in all sectors now, the police use a variety of tech-based systems to help them in their role. One example is the hand-held portable radios officers use to communicate with. These police radios not only keep officers in touch with the control centre but also use GPS signals to identify where they are.