Copper Telephone Line Replacement
Copper telephone lines that support POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) are an aging infrastructure that will soon need replacement. Starting in 2022, the FCC and major phone providers are calling for the discontinuation of all domestic POTS and Copper Telephone Lines. Their goal is to push customers toward fiber or wireless connections. Copper Telephone Lines are expected to become increasingly expensive with fewer service options over the coming years.
If your business still depends on POTS or copper telephone lines for security and fire alarm systems, elevators, fax machines, or other applications, consider copper telephone line replacement with Telplus Communications. We’ll bring your infrastructure into the digital age and save you money in the process.
The Impact of FCC POTS Lines Forbearance Order 19-72A1
The deadline to replace traditional copper analog POTS Lines has passed, but it’s not too late to make the switch!
Due to FCC POTS Lines Forbearance Order 19-72A1, telecommunications carriers, such as AT&T, Windstream, Verizon, Lumens, and smaller resellers, are no longer legally required to service POTS Lines.
The impact of FCC POTS Lines Forbearance Order 19-72A1 includes:
- An Increase in Monthly Pricing – Telecommunications carriers are increasing pricing for existing POTS lines between 75% – 200% in a concentrated effort to force customer migration away from the outdated, dying POTS Line infrastructure.
- Continuous Reduction in Provided Support – Telecommunication carriers are no longer required to service POTS Lines, making them obsolete and essentially ‘left-for-dead’ technology. Not only will you be left paying more monthly, but you’ll also be paying for the service of copper analog lines that no longer receive maintenance.
Bridge The Digital Gap & Connect With Confidence
The analog era may be ending, but there is still a significant gap between analog copper telephone lines and the full-scale adoption of fiber, wireless, VoIP, and SIP trunking. EPIK™ solves the copper telephone line replacement dilemma with a simple, cost-effective solution for replacing soon-to-be out-of-service analog telephone lines.
EPIK™ Edge is the only device of its kind to qualify as a Managed Facility Voice Network (MFVN), basically ensuring that you have service quality and reliability from your location to the PSTN or other MFVN peer network. It works by relying on 4G LTE, an internet connection, and a built-in lithium battery that a standard 110V power outlet constantly recharges. On top of providing everyday connectivity, in the event of a power outage, the EPIK™ Edge box delivers unmatched failover connectivity. This allows all fire and security providers to partner with EPIK™ confidently. Other solutions simply do not offer this out of the box.
Bring your business’ infrastructure into the digital age today! Copper telephone line replacement service is performed by our trusted partner, Telplus Communications.
Reliable POTS Replacement Solutions
Cellular Copper Telephone Line Replacement Devices
These devices deliver the functionality of traditional copper telephone lines over a cellular 4G LTE or Wifi connection. They replace existing POTS lines and save you the headache of high costs and the inevitable end-of-life service failures that come with outdated infrastructures. With our wireless copper phone line replacement devices, you can save money and keep all your systems running smoothly.
POTS Replacement installation service is performed by our partners at telpluscommunications.com
Granite EPIK
This all-in-one POTS replacement device allows analog devices to register directly with Granite EPIK and directly peer with the PSTN. Its 4G LTE standard connectivity with 5G capability means that Granite EPIK can be used for WiFi and broadband failover, where service is available.
Ooma AirDial
As the number of copper lines decrease, your costs to keep a traditional phone line increase. Ooma AirDial is a POTS line replacement solution that keeps your analog phone line systems and other mission-critical legacy devices connected. Reliable service over a dedicated wireless network.