Wi-Fi 6E & Wi-Fi 7: Next-Gen Wireless for UK Offices

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Why wireless now sits at the heart of modern offices

Today’s workplace is a wireless workplace. Collaboration platforms, high-resolution video conferencing, cloud apps, IoT sensors, location services, guest access and smart building systems all assume robust, low-latency connectivity everywhere people work. The challenge for IT and estates teams is that demand isn’t just growing; it’s compounding—more devices, higher bit-rates, denser spaces, and stricter security expectations.

Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 are available generations that can change what is practical in production environments. They add spectrum, boost throughput, tame contention, lower latency, and bring deterministic QoS within reach. But the radio is only half the story. Your cabling, switching, PoE power budget, design methodology and RF planning determine whether your next-gen wireless actually performs.

This guide explains what Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 deliver, how they differ, and how to prepare your estate, from cabling and power to survey, design and phased adoption.

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   Andrew Matthews 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We commissioned a Wi-Fi survey and installation of new fibre and Cat6 cabling to support a new Wi-Fi installation from Accl in July and August of 2026. ACCL were superb from start to finish. We cannot fault the quality of the work and we received great advice on our project. Very satisfied customer!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Brigt Valland 
 
 
 
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      Posted on Google  
   
   Siobhan Codd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used ACCL for a full WiFi and network install at our Old Street office and are very pleased with the result. They supplied and installed seven Ubiquiti WiFi access points, a UniFi Dream Machine, a 24 port Layer 3 Ubiquiti switch, and ran new Cat6A Leviton cabling with two ports to every AP. The whole job was neat, well planned and done to a very high standard. The coverage across the office is excellent and it looks pretty cool too! Would happily recommend them to anyone needing cabling or network infrastructure done properly.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mark Cooper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service from start to finish! The ACCL team installed our new network cabling, the foundation in readiness for supplying and installing a new IP CCTV camera system, professionally and efficiently. They were punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to ensure everything was installed neatly and working perfectly. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. I very much appreciate the initial project management and upfront planning, which combined to secure a successful delivery. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable network cabling or CCTV installation. Thank you for a fantastic job.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mohammed Alhashimi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Wayne and his team for the excellent work they carried out. From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, efficient, and clearly took great pride in delivering a high standard of service. They were professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail, ensuring everything was neat, clearly labelled, well organised, and completed to a very high standard. The end result was clean, structured, and exactly what we needed. Wayne and his team were reliable, courteous, and clearly committed to doing the job properly rather than simply getting it done. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional cabling work and a team that genuinely takes pride in the quality of their finish.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Laurence Rutter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So easy to deal with! Great price and great guys! Did exactly what they agreed, on time and in budget. Would thoroughly recommend them to anyone.
  
 
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   AlonMel Music 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wayne and team did an excellent job tidying our office data cabinet over the weekend. Professional, clean work—they went above and beyond with cable management and even relocated the router. Communication was impeccable throughout. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   Amritpal Singh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "Outstanding service from ACCL. They did an incredible job with our networking and data cabling. The setup is neat, professional, and works perfectly. Extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. I’ll definitely be using them for all our future IT needs!" Huge Shout to Wayne Connors and David Little for managing this.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Andy Dawson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Wayne, David and the ACCL team for a number of years on projects throughout London. One of very few suppliers that we never have to question their proposal on detail or price, everything is clear, transparent and fair. Projects are always completed on time and there are never any costly surprises which we had previously experienced from other suppliers. They all have a vast knowledge on anything fibre optic cabling, copper cabling or wifi. ACCL is now the only data cabling company in our phone book. Highly recommended.
  
 
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   Indrajit Shah 
 
 
 
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What is Wi-Fi 6E?

Wi-Fi 6E extends Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) into the 6 GHz band. In the UK and much of Europe, that means access to a large, cleaner swathe of spectrum compared with the congested 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Practically, this gives enterprises:

More contiguous spectrum & wider channels
The number and width of usable 6 GHz channels depend on current UK spectrum rules, device support, permitted power and the deployment mode. Wider channels can increase peak throughput for compatible clients, but capacity and reuse planning may favour narrower channels in dense environments.
Lower interference / less legacy noise
6 GHz is reserved for newer devices; there’s no legacy 2.4/5 GHz clutter. That translates to greater reliability in dense offices, flexible work areas and collaboration suites.
Consistent Performance with OFDMA & BSS Coloring
6E retains Wi-Fi 6’s multi-user scheduling (OFDMA) and interference management (BSS Coloring), improving airtime fairness and predictability, especially important in open-plan floors.
Deterministic latency for real-time apps
With cleaner spectrum and improved scheduling, latency and jitter drop, helping voice, video, and interactive apps feel “wired-like”.

Where 6E fits best:

High-density collaboration spaces, project rooms, agile floors
Executive meeting suites and hybrid boardrooms
Media/creative teams moving large assets to/from the cloud
Environments sensitive to interference (labs, R&D, healthcare admin)

Caveat: 6 GHz is shorter-range than 5 GHz and more easily attenuated by walls or glass. Expect more APs in like-for-like coverage, and more careful RF planning.

What is Wi-Fi 7?

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) builds on 6E and brings a step change in determinism and multi-link intelligence. Core innovations include:

320 MHz Channels
Doubling the maximum channel width (where regulations permit) for very high peak rates on compatible clients. Even if you don’t use 320 MHz everywhere, the optionality matters for future workflows.
Multi-Link Operation (MLO)
Clients and APs can bond links across bands (e.g., 5 GHz + 6 GHz) or maintain parallel links. This delivers lower latency, higher reliability and faster handoffs—ideal for real-time collaboration and AR/VR training.
1024-QAM → 4K-QAM
Higher modulation density increases throughput for strong-signal clients, improving short-range performance in meeting rooms and hot-desking areas.
Enhanced OFDMA and scheduling
Better multi-user handling, smarter resource unit allocation, and queue management that reduces head-of-line blocking—a boost for offices with many concurrently active apps.

What this means in practice:

Wi-Fi 7 helps large offices reach predictable, low-latency performance under load. Think of MLO as a way to “hedge” against transient interference and deliver consistent experience during busy hour.

Key differences between Wi-Fi 6, 6E and 7 (executive summary)

Band access
- Wi-Fi 6: 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz
- Wi-Fi 6E: + 6 GHz (cleaner air, wider channels)
- Wi-Fi 7: Uses 2.4/5/6 GHz; MLO to aggregate/balance links
Channel widths
- Wi-Fi 6: up to 160 MHz
- Wi-Fi 6E: up to 160 MHz (more clean 160 MHz options)
- Wi-Fi 7: up to 320 MHz (regulatory-dependent)
Latency & determinism
- 6/6E improved over 5/ac via OFDMA/BSS Coloring
- 7 adds MLO for lower latency and resilience
Throughput headline (environment-dependent)
- 6/6E: Gigabit-class per client, multi-gig per AP aggregate
- 7: Multi-gig per client possible at short range; AP uplinks should be multi-gig
Design implications
- 6E requires more APs (shorter range at 6 GHz)
- 7 benefits from multi-gig switching, higher PoE budgets, and Cat6a/above cabling

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   Based on 66 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Andrew Matthews 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We commissioned a Wi-Fi survey and installation of new fibre and Cat6 cabling to support a new Wi-Fi installation from Accl in July and August of 2026. ACCL were superb from start to finish. We cannot fault the quality of the work and we received great advice on our project. Very satisfied customer!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Brigt Valland 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional company, good at understanding our need and efficient delivery of new building network- and WIFI infrastructure. An extra star for making it easy for me to "remote" organize this from Norway.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Siobhan Codd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used ACCL for a full WiFi and network install at our Old Street office and are very pleased with the result. They supplied and installed seven Ubiquiti WiFi access points, a UniFi Dream Machine, a 24 port Layer 3 Ubiquiti switch, and ran new Cat6A Leviton cabling with two ports to every AP. The whole job was neat, well planned and done to a very high standard. The coverage across the office is excellent and it looks pretty cool too! Would happily recommend them to anyone needing cabling or network infrastructure done properly.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mark Cooper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service from start to finish! The ACCL team installed our new network cabling, the foundation in readiness for supplying and installing a new IP CCTV camera system, professionally and efficiently. They were punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to ensure everything was installed neatly and working perfectly. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. I very much appreciate the initial project management and upfront planning, which combined to secure a successful delivery. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable network cabling or CCTV installation. Thank you for a fantastic job.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mohammed Alhashimi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Wayne and his team for the excellent work they carried out. From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, efficient, and clearly took great pride in delivering a high standard of service. They were professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail, ensuring everything was neat, clearly labelled, well organised, and completed to a very high standard. The end result was clean, structured, and exactly what we needed. Wayne and his team were reliable, courteous, and clearly committed to doing the job properly rather than simply getting it done. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional cabling work and a team that genuinely takes pride in the quality of their finish.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Laurence Rutter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So easy to deal with! Great price and great guys! Did exactly what they agreed, on time and in budget. Would thoroughly recommend them to anyone.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   AlonMel Music 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wayne and team did an excellent job tidying our office data cabinet over the weekend. Professional, clean work—they went above and beyond with cable management and even relocated the router. Communication was impeccable throughout. Highly recommend.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Amritpal Singh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "Outstanding service from ACCL. They did an incredible job with our networking and data cabling. The setup is neat, professional, and works perfectly. Extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. I’ll definitely be using them for all our future IT needs!" Huge Shout to Wayne Connors and David Little for managing this.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Andy Dawson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Wayne, David and the ACCL team for a number of years on projects throughout London. One of very few suppliers that we never have to question their proposal on detail or price, everything is clear, transparent and fair. Projects are always completed on time and there are never any costly surprises which we had previously experienced from other suppliers. They all have a vast knowledge on anything fibre optic cabling, copper cabling or wifi. ACCL is now the only data cabling company in our phone book. Highly recommended.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Indrajit Shah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service and communication. Will definitely be contacting Wayne and ACCL for future projects.
  
 
  
  
 
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Business benefits: why upgrading makes sense

User experience that feels “wired”
Smoother video calls, fast app response, and better roaming. For hybrid meetings and live collaboration, stable sub-20 ms latency and high uplink consistency matter more than peak speed.
Capacity headroom for device growth
More spectrum and wider channels mean your network absorbs growth in laptops, tablets, phones, IoT tags, sensors and smart workplace tech without spiralling contention.
Security by design
Modern deployments standardise on WPA3, improved management frame protection and better client segmentation. With 6E/7 you can enforce cleaner SSID strategies and zero-trust patterns.
Operational flexibility
Higher confidence in wireless lets you trim excessive edge cabling in hot-desking areas, repurpose space faster, and support temporary project zones without re-pulls.
Longer investment runway
Planning the cabling, switching and power budget around supported requirements can provide a practical upgrade path from Wi-Fi 6E to Wi-Fi 7. Service life depends on vendor support, security updates, client adoption, capacity growth and the organisation’s refresh policy.

Cabling, power and backhaul: the foundations of next-gen Wi-Fi

Upgrading radios without upgrading the foundations is a false economy. To unlock the promise of 6E/7, confirm the following:

Structured cabling (horizontal)

Category: For new pulls, Cat6a is the enterprise baseline. It supports 2.5/5/10 GbE and higher-power PoE with better thermal characteristics and margin for growth. If you’re uncertain about the cable trade-offs, our primer on cable categories is a useful refresher: The simple differences between Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6e, Cat6a, Cat7 and Cat8.
Density: Plan for more APs when using 6 GHz—shorter range and higher attenuation mean denser grids for high-quality coverage. That implies more outlets and spare pulls in strategic locations.
Pathways: Maintain separation from EMI sources, manage bundle sizes (PoE heat), and keep pathways serviceable for future adds/moves/changes.

Switching and uplinks

Multi-gig access: Adopt 2.5/5 GbE at the edge where AP density and client mix justify it (Wi-Fi 7 especially).
Uplinks: Provide 10 GbE uplinks from access to distribution where AP counts per switch are high, or where APs use 160/320 MHz channels.
Feature set: Look for QoS, mDNS controls, fast L3 roaming support, and robust telemetry.

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

Budget: Newer tri-radio and Wi-Fi 7 APs can draw 25–40 W+. Ensure switch PoE budgets and per-port classes (PoE+/UPoE/802.3bt) match worst-case loads.
Thermals: With higher PoE, cable bundle temperatures rise. Cat6a’s larger conductor size helps; keep bundles within safe fill and consider ventilation in risers and cabinets.

Backbone and fibre

Backhaul headroom: Core links and risers should be dimensioned for multi-gig AP aggregates, especially in high-density floors. Upgrading fibre optics or optimising topology may be prudent before an AP refresh.
Redundancy: Dual-homed switches, diverse fibre routes and resilient power underpin the “always-on” expectations of wireless-first workplaces.

If you’re modernising legacy infrastructure, these practical steps will help: Effective Wi-Fi installation (planning and pitfalls) and our Wi-Fi site surveys service for evidence-based design

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   Based on 66 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Andrew Matthews 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We commissioned a Wi-Fi survey and installation of new fibre and Cat6 cabling to support a new Wi-Fi installation from Accl in July and August of 2026. ACCL were superb from start to finish. We cannot fault the quality of the work and we received great advice on our project. Very satisfied customer!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Brigt Valland 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional company, good at understanding our need and efficient delivery of new building network- and WIFI infrastructure. An extra star for making it easy for me to "remote" organize this from Norway.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Siobhan Codd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used ACCL for a full WiFi and network install at our Old Street office and are very pleased with the result. They supplied and installed seven Ubiquiti WiFi access points, a UniFi Dream Machine, a 24 port Layer 3 Ubiquiti switch, and ran new Cat6A Leviton cabling with two ports to every AP. The whole job was neat, well planned and done to a very high standard. The coverage across the office is excellent and it looks pretty cool too! Would happily recommend them to anyone needing cabling or network infrastructure done properly.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mark Cooper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service from start to finish! The ACCL team installed our new network cabling, the foundation in readiness for supplying and installing a new IP CCTV camera system, professionally and efficiently. They were punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to ensure everything was installed neatly and working perfectly. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. I very much appreciate the initial project management and upfront planning, which combined to secure a successful delivery. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable network cabling or CCTV installation. Thank you for a fantastic job.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mohammed Alhashimi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Wayne and his team for the excellent work they carried out. From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, efficient, and clearly took great pride in delivering a high standard of service. They were professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail, ensuring everything was neat, clearly labelled, well organised, and completed to a very high standard. The end result was clean, structured, and exactly what we needed. Wayne and his team were reliable, courteous, and clearly committed to doing the job properly rather than simply getting it done. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional cabling work and a team that genuinely takes pride in the quality of their finish.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Laurence Rutter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So easy to deal with! Great price and great guys! Did exactly what they agreed, on time and in budget. Would thoroughly recommend them to anyone.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   AlonMel Music 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wayne and team did an excellent job tidying our office data cabinet over the weekend. Professional, clean work—they went above and beyond with cable management and even relocated the router. Communication was impeccable throughout. Highly recommend.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Amritpal Singh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "Outstanding service from ACCL. They did an incredible job with our networking and data cabling. The setup is neat, professional, and works perfectly. Extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. I’ll definitely be using them for all our future IT needs!" Huge Shout to Wayne Connors and David Little for managing this.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Andy Dawson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Wayne, David and the ACCL team for a number of years on projects throughout London. One of very few suppliers that we never have to question their proposal on detail or price, everything is clear, transparent and fair. Projects are always completed on time and there are never any costly surprises which we had previously experienced from other suppliers. They all have a vast knowledge on anything fibre optic cabling, copper cabling or wifi. ACCL is now the only data cabling company in our phone book. Highly recommended.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Indrajit Shah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service and communication. Will definitely be contacting Wayne and ACCL for future projects.
  
 
  
  
 
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Survey, design and validation: evidence beats assumption

Great RF doesn’t happen by accident—especially at 6 GHz. A professional workflow typically includes:

Requirements discovery
Map your real applications: number of concurrent video calls, collaboration tools, VDI/DAAS sessions, roaming expectations, guest policies, IoT onboarding, and location-based services.
Predictive modelling
Use calibrated floor plans (materials, attenuation, fixtures) to model AP count/placement, channel plans and expected cell edge SNR, with 6 GHz-aware assumptions.
On-site survey & verification
Validate predicted results with active and passive surveys. At 6 GHz, verify cell edges, roaming thresholds and uplink stability under realistic loads.
Design for capacity, not just coverage
Treat busy-hour airtime as a finite resource. Use 20/40/80 MHz channel decisions deliberately; reserve 160/320 MHz for spaces that truly benefit (and have the client mix to use them).
Roaming & MLO planning (Wi-Fi 7)
Coordinate 5/6 GHz layers so MLO can add value. Consider band steering policies and per-SSID design that avoid RF dead-ends.
Acceptance testing & run-books
Define pass/fail KPIs (latency, jitter, packet loss, throughput at cell edge), capture as-built documentation, and train service desk teams.

If your estate includes challenging geometries or obstructions, or if you lean on building-to-building links, it’s worth reviewing Point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless options to complement the LAN.

When to upgrade: practical adoption scenarios

Every estate is different, but the following patterns work well:

Event-driven refresh (Wi-Fi 6E now)
If you’re refreshing switching or cabling as part of an office fit-out, add 6E-capable APs and multi-gig edge now. You’ll capture immediate benefits in cleaner spectrum and better performance for modern clients.
Targeted zones first
Prioritise boardrooms, collaboration suites, executive areas and high-density floors. These zones see the most benefit from 6 GHz and improved scheduling.
Prepare the core for Wi-Fi 7
Upgrade Cat6a, PoE budgets and multi-gig switching so the next AP refresh (Wi-Fi 7) is a smooth optics-and-firmware exercise, not a building-wide rewire.
Client mix reality check
6E adoption among laptops is already healthy; Wi-Fi 7 devices are ramping. Track your device inventory and stage upgrades where compatible clients are concentrated.
High-density venues
Large venues and campuses with demanding concurrency (events, retail concourses, auditoria) should look at Wi-Fi 7 sooner, to leverage MLO and higher scheduling efficiency. For context on high-footfall, performance-critical environments, see our work with elite sport: ACCL provides complete solutions for Southampton FC.

Governance, security and operations: don’t overlook the “day two”

WPA3 and segmented design
Standardise WPA3-Enterprise where possible, clean up SSID sprawl, and use roles/VLANs to separate corp/guest/IoT with least privilege.
Observability
Instrument the wireless edge: client SNR, retries, airtime utilisation, QoS queues, AP CPU/memory, PoE draw and switch port errors. This is essential for proactive operations.
Change discipline
Treat RF changes like code: version, test, roll back. Use maintenance windows for channel plan changes on busy floors.
Lifecycle
Align access-point firmware and controller code with the security policy, vendor support lifecycle, capacity reviews and service requirements. Set refresh dates from those conditions rather than a universal five- or seven-year interval.

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   Based on 66 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Andrew Matthews 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We commissioned a Wi-Fi survey and installation of new fibre and Cat6 cabling to support a new Wi-Fi installation from Accl in July and August of 2026. ACCL were superb from start to finish. We cannot fault the quality of the work and we received great advice on our project. Very satisfied customer!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Brigt Valland 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional company, good at understanding our need and efficient delivery of new building network- and WIFI infrastructure. An extra star for making it easy for me to "remote" organize this from Norway.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Siobhan Codd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used ACCL for a full WiFi and network install at our Old Street office and are very pleased with the result. They supplied and installed seven Ubiquiti WiFi access points, a UniFi Dream Machine, a 24 port Layer 3 Ubiquiti switch, and ran new Cat6A Leviton cabling with two ports to every AP. The whole job was neat, well planned and done to a very high standard. The coverage across the office is excellent and it looks pretty cool too! Would happily recommend them to anyone needing cabling or network infrastructure done properly.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mark Cooper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service from start to finish! The ACCL team installed our new network cabling, the foundation in readiness for supplying and installing a new IP CCTV camera system, professionally and efficiently. They were punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to ensure everything was installed neatly and working perfectly. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. I very much appreciate the initial project management and upfront planning, which combined to secure a successful delivery. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable network cabling or CCTV installation. Thank you for a fantastic job.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Mohammed Alhashimi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Wayne and his team for the excellent work they carried out. From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, efficient, and clearly took great pride in delivering a high standard of service. They were professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail, ensuring everything was neat, clearly labelled, well organised, and completed to a very high standard. The end result was clean, structured, and exactly what we needed. Wayne and his team were reliable, courteous, and clearly committed to doing the job properly rather than simply getting it done. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional cabling work and a team that genuinely takes pride in the quality of their finish.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Laurence Rutter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So easy to deal with! Great price and great guys! Did exactly what they agreed, on time and in budget. Would thoroughly recommend them to anyone.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   AlonMel Music 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wayne and team did an excellent job tidying our office data cabinet over the weekend. Professional, clean work—they went above and beyond with cable management and even relocated the router. Communication was impeccable throughout. Highly recommend.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Amritpal Singh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "Outstanding service from ACCL. They did an incredible job with our networking and data cabling. The setup is neat, professional, and works perfectly. Extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. I’ll definitely be using them for all our future IT needs!" Huge Shout to Wayne Connors and David Little for managing this.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Andy Dawson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Wayne, David and the ACCL team for a number of years on projects throughout London. One of very few suppliers that we never have to question their proposal on detail or price, everything is clear, transparent and fair. Projects are always completed on time and there are never any costly surprises which we had previously experienced from other suppliers. They all have a vast knowledge on anything fibre optic cabling, copper cabling or wifi. ACCL is now the only data cabling company in our phone book. Highly recommended.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Indrajit Shah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service and communication. Will definitely be contacting Wayne and ACCL for future projects.
  
 
  
  
 
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FAQ’s

Is Wi-Fi 6E worth it for offices?
Yes, 6 GHz provides cleaner spectrum and wider channels, improving reliability and lowering latency in busy offices. Expect denser AP grids and better planning to realise the gains.

Do we need new cabling for Wi-Fi 7?
If you have Cat6a and multi-gig switching with adequate PoE, you’re in a strong position. Older Cat5e/Cat6 may constrain 2.5/5/10 GbE uplinks and higher PoE classes.

Will Wi-Fi 7 end buffering?
It won’t break physics, but MLO, wider channels and better scheduling make performance more predictable under load, which is what users perceive as “no buffering”.

Should we jump straight to Wi-Fi 7?
If your device mix and budget allow, yes—especially for high-density or performance-critical spaces. Otherwise, deploy 6E now with an infrastructure path to 7.

Final thoughts & next steps

Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 turn wireless into a platform you can plan around, not a convenience you hope behaves. Success depends on foundations (Cat6a, multi-gig, PoE) and on evidence-led design. If you want the wireless experience to feel wired—everywhere, for everyone—start with a survey, model for capacity (not just coverage), and stage adoption where it moves the needle fastest.

If you’re ready to validate your environment and build the business case, book a Wi-Fi site survey.
Planning a broader upgrade across offices or a campus? Our team designs and delivers end-to-end wireless network installation and support that aligns cabling, switching, power and RF—so the whole system performs as one.

FAQ (short)

Q: Will 6 GHz work everywhere in my building?
A: It works best in open spaces and modern materials; heavy attenuation (e.g., older concrete or metalised glass) may require more APs or band steering to 5 GHz where appropriate.

Q: Do we need 320 MHz channels now?
A: Not necessarily. They’re situational. Many offices will standardise on 80 MHz for efficiency and use 160/320 MHz selectively where client density and proximity justify it.

Q: What about IoT and smart building devices?
A: Segregate IoT onto appropriate bands/SSIDs, and consider PoE-powered sensors where possible to simplify power and boost reliability. (We can advise during survey.)

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   Andrew Matthews 
 
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used ACCL for a full WiFi and network install at our Old Street office and are very pleased with the result. They supplied and installed seven Ubiquiti WiFi access points, a UniFi Dream Machine, a 24 port Layer 3 Ubiquiti switch, and ran new Cat6A Leviton cabling with two ports to every AP. The whole job was neat, well planned and done to a very high standard. The coverage across the office is excellent and it looks pretty cool too! Would happily recommend them to anyone needing cabling or network infrastructure done properly.
  
 
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   Mark Cooper 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An excellent service from start to finish! The ACCL team installed our new network cabling, the foundation in readiness for supplying and installing a new IP CCTV camera system, professionally and efficiently. They were punctual, knowledgeable, and took the time to ensure everything was installed neatly and working perfectly. Their attention to detail and customer service were outstanding. I very much appreciate the initial project management and upfront planning, which combined to secure a successful delivery. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable network cabling or CCTV installation. Thank you for a fantastic job.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Wayne and his team for the excellent work they carried out. From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, efficient, and clearly took great pride in delivering a high standard of service. They were professional, efficient, and paid great attention to detail, ensuring everything was neat, clearly labelled, well organised, and completed to a very high standard. The end result was clean, structured, and exactly what we needed. Wayne and his team were reliable, courteous, and clearly committed to doing the job properly rather than simply getting it done. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional cabling work and a team that genuinely takes pride in the quality of their finish.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. "Outstanding service from ACCL. They did an incredible job with our networking and data cabling. The setup is neat, professional, and works perfectly. Extremely knowledgeable and easy to work with. I’ll definitely be using them for all our future IT needs!" Huge Shout to Wayne Connors and David Little for managing this.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Wayne, David and the ACCL team for a number of years on projects throughout London. One of very few suppliers that we never have to question their proposal on detail or price, everything is clear, transparent and fair. Projects are always completed on time and there are never any costly surprises which we had previously experienced from other suppliers. They all have a vast knowledge on anything fibre optic cabling, copper cabling or wifi. ACCL is now the only data cabling company in our phone book. Highly recommended.
  
 
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