5G Routers & Antennas for Temporary Construction Sites

23 Jul 2026

 

Temporary construction sites require fast, reliable internet connectivity for site offices, welfare units, CCTV systems, access control, telemetry, asset tracking, and cloud-based project management tools. Co-Star supplies industrial-grade 4G/5G LTE routers and antenna solutions designed for demanding environments where fixed-line broadband may not be available.

A 5G router can provide rapid internet deployment without the delays associated with installing fixed-line services. Typical applications include:

• Site office internet access
• CCTV and remote security monitoring
• Welfare cabin connectivity
• Cloud-based project management systems
• VoIP telephony
• Asset tracking and IoT devices
• Temporary compounds and modular buildings

 

Key Advantages

✅ Fast deployment

✅ High-speed internet access

✅ Supports multiple users and devices

✅ Portable and suitable for temporary locations

✅ Enables remote monitoring and management

✅ Can act as a primary or backup internet connection

 

Teltonika RUTX50 5G Router

The Teltonika RUTX50 is a professional-grade multi-network 5G router available from Co-Star. It is designed to provide high-speed cellular connectivity for business-critical applications and temporary installations.  

Suitable for:

• Construction site offices
• CCTV networks
• Telemetry and monitoring systems
• Temporary welfare facilities

Ericsson Cradlepoint 5G Routers

Co-Star supplies Ericsson Cradlepoint 4G/5G LTE routers, including the R1900 and R2100 series. These routers are designed for resilient, secure wireless networking in demanding and mission-critical environments. 4G/5G LTE Wireless Routers

Suitable for:

• Large construction projects
• Remote compounds
• High-availability communications
• Fleet and mobile-site connectivity

Importance of Antennas

A router is only as effective as the signal it receives. External antennas can significantly improve:

• Signal strength
• Coverage
• Network stability
• Upload and download speeds
• Reliability in weak-signal areas

For temporary construction sites located in rural areas or surrounded by steel structures, cranes, and temporary buildings, an external antenna is highly recommended.

5G LTE & Cellular Antennas

Co-Star offers a range of 4G/5G/LTE cellular antennas specifically designed for wireless routers and mobile connectivity applications. 5G LTE Antennas

4G/5G Wireless Router Antenna

PWB-6-60-RSMAP

A compact antenna solution suitable for improving the performance of wireless routers in temporary offices and cabins.

Small Site Office

• Teltonika RUTX50 Router
• External 5G LTE Antenna
• Wi-Fi for office staff
• CCTV backhaul connection

Medium Site Compound

• Cradlepoint 5G Router
• High-gain MIMO Antennav
• CCTV system
• Welfare unit internet
• Remote project management access

Large Infrastructure Project

• Enterprise-grade 5G Router
• Outdoor MIMO antenna system
• Multiple connected cabins
• Security monitoring
• IoT sensors and telemetry devices

1. Position the router inside a secure site office or communications cabinet.
2. Install the antenna as high as practicable on a mast, cabin roof, or pole.
3. Keep antenna cable runs as short as possible.
4. Avoid placing antennas behind metal structures or containers.
5. Verify signal strength and network performance after installation.

• Co-Star Homepage: https://www.co-star.co.uk/
• Co-Star Antennas Range: 5G LTE Antennas
• Co-Star Wireless Router Solutions: 4G/5G LTE Wireless Routers