Low-voltage
and data systems
design.
Low-voltage design in Georgia covers the systems a building uses to communicate, see and control who comes in: data networks, video surveillance, access control, intercom, audio-visual and public address. MEP Trade designs these low-voltage and data systems as one coherent infrastructure, with shared containment, rack space and power, rather than as a set of separate contractor packages.
The result is a network that is sized for real port counts and bandwidth, cameras placed from coverage studies rather than guesswork, and equipment rooms that have the space, cooling and power they need from day one.
What a low-voltage design package includes:
- Structured cabling — — backbone and horizontal cabling, Cat 6/6A and fibre, outlet layouts, comms rooms and rack elevations;
- CCTV — — camera positions from coverage and resolution requirements, recording and storage sizing, monitoring room layout;
- Access control and intercom — — controlled doors, readers and locks, visitor entry, integration with fire alarm release and lifts;
- Audio-visual and public address — — meeting and conference room AV, background music and voice evacuation zones, loudspeaker coverage;
- Containment — — cable trays, trunking and conduit routes, riser sizing and segregation from power cabling;
- Documentation — — permit and tender-grade drawings, system schematics, equipment schedules, specifications and bills of quantities.
Our low-voltage work covers hotels (Hilton Batumi, Radisson, Paragraph Shekvetili), Tbilisi Mall, City Mall Gldani, hospitals, an airport terminal, offices and residential complexes — see the projects. Low-voltage systems are coordinated in one BIM model with electrical, fire protection and BMS, so trays, risers and comms rooms are resolved before construction starts.
Frequently asked
questions.
What does low-voltage design in Georgia include?
It typically covers structured cabling and data networks, CCTV, access control, intercom, audio-visual systems, public address and the containment that carries them. The scope is agreed per project, so a residential building may need only data, intercom and CCTV, while a hotel or hospital will need the full set.
How much does a low-voltage design cost?
The fee depends mainly on floor area, building type, the number of systems in scope and the design stage required. A detailed design with specifications and bills of quantities takes more effort than a concept. We quote after reviewing the architectural drawings and the brief.
How long does low-voltage design take?
Typically a few weeks for a mid-size building, depending on the number of systems, how complete the architectural design is and how quickly the client confirms requirements such as security zones and IT standards. Larger or phased projects are scheduled stage by stage.
Does the low-voltage design cover the permit-stage package?
Yes. We prepare the permit-stage design as part of the building's MEP engineering package for the building permit, then develop it into detailed and tender design. The design follows Georgian technical regulations together with international practice, mainly EN and ISO/IEC standards for structured cabling and EN standards for CCTV, access control and voice alarm systems.
What does the client need to provide?
Architectural drawings, the intended use of each area, and any IT, security or brand standards from the operator. It also helps to know the internet and telecom provider, the security concept and which areas need restricted access. Where this is not yet defined, we propose a baseline for approval.
Can low-voltage design be ordered separately from other MEP disciplines?
Yes. We can design low-voltage systems on their own and coordinate with another firm's electrical and HVAC design. When we design all disciplines, the low-voltage systems sit in the same BIM model, which avoids clashes between trays, ducts and pipes.