Overview
JW Marriott Mumbai, a five-star luxury hotel near Mumbai International Airport, planned a full Wi-Fi network coverage upgrade, including elevator cabins, to enhance guest experience and support internal IoT applications.
Challenge
However, extending high-speed network access to the elevators posed major challenges:
● No Ethernet cabling inside the elevator traveling cable
● Pulling new cables externally would require structural modifications, elevated costs, extended shutdowns, and guest disruption.
The hotel sought a non-invasive solution that could deliver both network + power to each elevator's PoE access point (AP) — without affecting elevator operation or compromising aesthetics.
Project Requirement
● Deploy PoE wireless APs inside elevator cabins.
● Avoid rewiring or visible cable routing in elevator shafts.
● Ensure stable connectivity during elevator movement.
● Complete installation quickly, within operational and aesthetic limits of a luxury hotel.
Solution
The system integrator adopted the Ourten OT-PLC302POE — a compact PoE Extender that enables PoE transmission over 2-core copper wires, reusing spare pairs inside the elevator traveling cable.
Result
● Successfully powered and connected in-cabin PoE wireless APs using just two existing copper wires, with no need for additional cabling.
● Provided stable, continuous wireless coverage inside elevator cars — even during vertical movement.
● Avoided disruptive shaft modifications or exposed wiring.
● Reduced installation time by over 60% and saved significantly on labor and materials.
Key Takeaways
● OT-PLC302POE supports PoE + Ethernet up to 500 meters over any 2-core cable.
● Ideal for elevator systems without pre-installed Ethernet.
● Preserves architectural integrity — no visible changes in luxury hospitality environments.
● Fast, clean, and EMI-resistant solution for retrofit projects.
Why It Matters
In modern hospitality, elevator connectivity is no longer optional — it's part of the premium experience. Ourten's solution enabled hotel owners to deliver seamless Wi-Fi coverage from lobby to lift — without delays, exposed cables, or guest complaints.
