DPS Telecom Blog

Replacing 25 Legacy Alarm Remotes Without Rewiring Every Site

DPS Telecom explains how to standardize RTUs across municipal sites, reuse existing 66-block wiring, and give each department role-based alarm access.

Building-Level Power Visibility When Only Part of Campus Goes Down

DPS Telecom explains how to monitor building power across a campus with cellular RTUs, so you know which buildings are dark during a partial outage.

The Best RTUs for Utility Companies in 2026

The 8 best RTUs for utility companies in 2026, picked by site type, from large transmission substations down to pad-mounted taps.

How To Catch a Failing A/C Unit Before It Floods Your Server Room

DPS Telecom explains how to monitor a server room and IT closet from one RTU, detect lead/lag A/C imbalance, and catch water and power problems early.

DPS Telecom vs Castle Rock SNMPc: Alarm Master Comparison 2026

Castle Rock SNMPc is a general-purpose SNMP platform. DPS Telecom T/Mon is a multi-protocol telecom alarm master. Here's how to pick the right one.

What Is Protocol Mediation and How Does It Work?

Protocol mediation translates data between SNMP, DNP3, Modbus, and proprietary protocols so one master station can see every device. Here's how it works.

Dantel WebMon Edge Alternatives: How to Choose the Right RTU

Weighing Dantel WebMon Edge alternatives? Get a practical framework for sizing an RTU, comparing protocols, and seeing where the DPS NetGuardian fits.

Top American-Made Remote Monitoring Solutions for Critical Infrastructure (2026)

Compare the top American-made remote monitoring solutions for critical infrastructure in 2026, plus the criteria that matter for compliance, support, and TCO.

How to Choose the Best Alarm Master Station for Your Network

A practical guide to choosing an alarm master station, with the eight criteria that matter most: protocol breadth, scale, escalation, redundancy, and support.

T/Mon vs IBM Netcool/OMNIbus: Which Platform Fits Your Network?

T/Mon and IBM Netcool/OMNIbus differ on protocols, deployment, licensing, and support. Here's an honest look at which one fits the network you actually run.