Commercial technology infrastructure installation by Rivas Technology Group South Sound WA
Commercial Infrastructure — South Sound

The Infrastructure
Your AV & Security Run On

Structured cabling, network infrastructure, commercial paging, digital signage, and access control for South Sound businesses. These services form the backbone of every AV and security project we build — and they're most cost-effective when installed together.

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Most of these services bundle naturally with AV or security projects. Structured cabling is the foundation that your audio, video, cameras, networking, and paging all run on. Installing all low voltage infrastructure in a single mobilization — especially before walls close — is significantly more cost-effective than returning for each system separately. When you hire RTG for a commercial build-out, we coordinate everything under one roof.

What We Install

Five Services. One Integrator. One Mobilization.

Every service below is available standalone — but they're all designed to work together, and most commercial projects include at least two or three of them.

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Structured Cabling & Low Voltage

The wiring that every other system depends on. A properly installed structured cabling system uses labeled, tested, documented runs — so when something needs to be changed or added two years from now, it takes hours, not days. We run Cat6A, fiber, coax, and speaker wire as part of every commercial build.

Cat6A data cabling — tested and certified to support 10Gb network infrastructure
Fiber optic runs for long distances and high-bandwidth connections between floors or buildings
In-wall speaker and AV cabling pre-run before drywall for clean, permanent installations
Patch panels, cable management, and structured racks — organized, labeled, and documented
PoE cabling for cameras, intercoms, access control, and wireless access points
All runs tested and certified — documentation provided for every port and endpoint
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Network Infrastructure

Your AV systems, security cameras, intercoms, and point-of-sale all depend on a network that doesn't fail. We design and install commercial-grade wired and wireless infrastructure built for the demands of hospitality, retail, and professional environments — not consumer gear repurposed for a business.

Managed switches with VLAN segmentation — keep your POS, AV, and security traffic separated and secure
Enterprise WiFi access points — Ubiquiti, Ruckus, and Alta Labs for high-density commercial coverage
Network rack installation and UPS battery backup for critical infrastructure
QoS configuration to prioritize AV streaming and VoIP over background traffic
Guest WiFi networks isolated from your business network — for restaurants, hotels, and retail
Remote monitoring and management — we can diagnose most issues without a site visit
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Commercial Automation & Integration

The commercial equivalent of a smart home — except the stakes are higher and the systems are more complex. As a Control4 Gold Dealer, we tie your AV, security, lighting, access control, and networking into a single platform that makes your building behave intelligently. One interface. One vendor. Everything connected.

Control4 commercial programming — Open, Close, Game Day, and custom scenes that control AV, lighting, security, and access simultaneously
Scheduled automation — lighting, displays, and security arm/disarm on a time-based schedule without staff involvement
Event-triggered responses — security motion triggers cameras, lighting, and alerts in a single coordinated action
Remote management — monitor and control your entire building from a phone or tablet from anywhere
Multi-system integration — AV, Ajax security, PoeWit PoE lighting, Akuvox access control, and networking unified under Control4
Staff-friendly interfaces — wall keypads, touchscreens, and app control that anyone can operate without training
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Digital Signage

Menu boards, promotional displays, wayfinding, event listings, and branded content — updated remotely without touching a TV. Commercial signage displays run 16–18 hours daily without the brightness fade or reliability issues of consumer TVs, and content management software lets you schedule everything in advance from any device.

Commercial-grade display installation — landscape, portrait, and multi-panel configurations
Content management software setup — update menus, promotions, and events from your phone
Scheduled playlists — happy hour specials, weekend events, and seasonal content run automatically
Menu board systems for restaurants and quick service — daypart switching built in
AV Pro Edge integration — digital signage sources routable to any display in your venue
Video wall installation for lobbies, bars, and retail flagship spaces
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Access Control

Who enters your building, when, and through which door — controlled, logged, and manageable from anywhere. Akuvox IP intercoms handle front door and gate entry with face recognition and remote unlock. For multi-door or multi-tenant facilities, we integrate full credential-based access control with complete audit logs.

Akuvox smart intercoms — face recognition, RFID, PIN, Bluetooth, and QR code access at entries
PoE-powered door controllers — single cable for power, data, and communication
Individual credentials per employee — onboard new staff and revoke access instantly
Temporary access codes for vendors, contractors, and cleaning crews with automatic expiration
Full audit log — see who entered, when, and through which door from any device
Ajax security integration — door events trigger alerts and automation in your security system
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PoE Commercial Lighting

Power and control your commercial lighting over a single Cat cable — no electrician required for the fixture itself. PoeWit PoE lighting systems replace traditional fluorescent troffers and exterior wall packs with smart, network-controlled LED fixtures that integrate natively with Control4 and your existing structured cabling infrastructure.

PT-22 and PT-24 PoE panel lights — 2×2 and 2×4 drop-ceiling fixtures replacing fluorescent troffers in offices, retail, and medical spaces
Tunable white 4000K–6000K with smooth dimming — app-selectable color temperature from a single fixture
WP-6 RGBWW outdoor wall packs — full color exterior lighting with IP65 weatherproof rating
PoE passthrough ports — one Ethernet drop powers a wall pack plus cameras, sensors, or additional fixtures
Control4 native integration — PoE lighting scenes fold directly into your building automation
UPS battery backup compatible — critical lighting and cameras stay on during power outages
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Licensed & Insured in Washington State

Every low voltage installation RTG performs is covered by our Washington State Electrical Contractor license. When you hire us for cabling, networking, or any commercial infrastructure work, you're working with a licensed contractor — not a handyman with a fish tape.

WA Electrical Contractor License RIVASGL799DR
Fully insured — general liability and workers comp
All work performed by RTG technicians — no subcontracting your infrastructure to unknown crews
Documentation provided for every installation — cable maps, IP schemas, and as-built drawings on request
How It Usually Works

Most Commercial Projects Combine Two or More Services

These are the most common bundled project types we run in South Sound commercial builds. Click any to learn more about the primary service.

Bundle Type 01

Bar & Restaurant Full Build

Structured cabling — audio, video, data pre-run
Network infrastructure for streaming and POS
Multi-zone audio + commercial displays
AV Pro Edge video distribution
Digital signage for menu boards and promos
Control4 scene automation
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Commercial Security & Access Build

Structured cabling — PoE runs for cameras and intercoms
Network infrastructure with security VLAN
Ajax intrusion detection + AI cameras
Akuvox smart intercom at entry points
Access control with credential management
Professional monitoring subscription
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Complete Commercial Build-Out

All low voltage cabling — single mobilization
Enterprise network with full VLAN segmentation
Multi-zone audio + video distribution + signage
Security, cameras, and access control
Commercial Automation & Integration via Control4
Control4 unifying everything under one interface
Common Questions

Commercial Infrastructure FAQ

What is structured cabling and why does my business need it?

Structured cabling is the organized, documented low voltage wiring infrastructure that your network, AV, security, paging, and phone systems all run on. A properly installed system uses labeled, tested runs with clean rack management — making future upgrades, troubleshooting, and expansions significantly faster and cheaper than chasing unlabeled wires through walls. If you've ever had a tech spend two hours tracing a single cable, you understand the value of structured cabling done right from the start.

Do these services typically bundle with AV or security projects?

Yes — and that's usually the most cost-effective approach. Structured cabling is the foundation that your AV, security, networking, and paging all run on. Installing all cabling in a single mobilization — especially before walls close during a build-out or renovation — is significantly cheaper than returning for each system separately. We coordinate everything, so you have one point of contact, one project timeline, and one crew in your space.

What is commercial automation and integration?

Commercial automation and integration is the process of connecting your building's AV, security, lighting, access control, and networking under a single control platform — Control4 for most of the commercial projects we build. Instead of managing each system with its own app or remote, everything operates from one interface with programmable scenes. A single "Open" scene turns on displays, sets lighting, disarms security, and activates background audio simultaneously. A "Close" scene reverses all of it and arms your alarm. As a Control4 Gold Dealer — the highest certification available in the Pacific Northwest — we design and program these systems specifically around how your business actually operates.

What is digital signage and how is it different from a regular TV on the wall?

Digital signage uses commercial-grade displays and media players with content management software to show scheduled, dynamic content — menus, promotions, wayfinding, event listings, and branded messaging. Unlike a consumer TV, commercial signage displays are built for 16–18 hours of daily operation without brightness degradation, can be updated remotely from any device, and run on scheduled playlists without staff involvement. For restaurants, menu boards with daypart switching are a particularly high-value application.

Are you licensed for commercial low voltage work in Washington State?

Yes. All low voltage installation work RTG performs is covered under our Washington State Electrical Contractor license (RIVASGL799DR). We're fully insured and all work is performed by RTG technicians — we don't subcontract your infrastructure to outside crews. Documentation is provided for every installation, including cable maps, IP schemas, and system diagrams on request.

Service Areas

Commercial Infrastructure Across the South Sound

Licensed low voltage installation for businesses throughout Pierce County and the greater South Sound region of Washington State.

Let's Talk About Your Commercial Project

Whether you need a single service or a full commercial build-out, we start with a consultation — assess your space, understand what you're building, and give you a clear scope before any work begins.

Or call us directly: 425-954-6003
Rivas Technology Group — commercial technology infrastructure installation serving Tacoma, Puyallup, Gig Harbor, University Place, Bonney Lake, and the greater South Sound region of Washington State. Control4 Gold Dealer. WA Electrical Contractor License RIVASGL799DR. Services include structured cabling, Cat6A and fiber installation, commercial network infrastructure, enterprise WiFi, commercial paging systems, digital signage installation, menu board systems, Akuvox access control, and low voltage wiring for AV and security systems. Bar & Restaurant AV · Business Security · WiFi & Networking · Commercial Services