Veto Network Planner: Purpose-Built Network Design for Mines and Tunnels
Plan with Confidence. Deploy with precision. Operate with resilience.
Vernetzen’s Veto Network Planner is more than a design tool—it’s a mission-critical asset for planners, engineers, and field teams operating in some of the world’s most demanding environments. With intelligent automation and industry-specific insights, the Veto Network Planner transforms how organisations approach network deployment in industrial sectors.
Engineered for Complex Underground Environments
Veto Network Planner is your OT network design studio—engineered specifically for the complexity of underground mines, tunnels, and industrial infrastructure. As a core component of the Veto OT Cloud Suite, the Network Planner is an intuitive tool built for OT engineers, making it faster and easier to design robust, fit-for-purpose network topologies using Vernetzen network equipment.
Plan your network with confidence by mapping out cable runs, placement of access points, PoE devices, and fibre infrastructure. Once deployed, the design can be validated and tested using the Veto Portable Network Analyser (PNA), ensuring the live network aligns with the plan.
- Design faster with drag-and-drop topology tools
- Tailored to Vernetzen’s underground network architecture
- Aligns with commissioning workflows using the Veto PNA
- Built for real-world OT requirements: reliability, coverage, throughput
- Supports fibre, PoE, Wi-Fi coax, switches, injectors, extenders, and more
- Fully cloud-hosted, collaborate from anywhere
Why Choose Veto Network Planner?
Because general-purpose drawing tools don’t understand OT. Veto Network Planner accelerates network rollout, reduces mistakes, and bridges the gap between design and commissioning—all in one integrated workflow.
The Veto Network Planner allows users to upload detailed underground mine and tunnel level plans and accurately map out network infrastructure—covering both wired and wireless components.
Supported devices include:
- WoC 1000 / WoC 2002 Wireless AP
- Industrial Switches and PoE Injectors
- Ruggedized Coaxial, Ethernet and Fiber Optic Cables
The system intelligently calculates optimal placement to ensure maximum signal coverage, reduced interference, and high network availability, all while considering site-specific environmental constraints.
Frequency and Antenna Optimisation for Industrial Wireless
Wireless communication in industrial settings demands precise frequency selection and antenna planning. Veto Network Planner provides flexibility to tailor the network based on terrain, infrastructure, and operational needs:
- 2.4 GHz Band – Offers extended range and strong penetration through dense materials like rock and concrete; ideal for underground or obstructed environments.
- 5.8 GHz Band – Delivers high-speed performance in open or surface-level areas with minimal obstructions.
- Antenna Options – Choose between directional and omnidirectional antennas to fine-tune wireless coverage and mitigate signal shadow zones.
Structured Cable Management and Signal Assurance
The integrity of industrial networks is closely tied to cable quality and installation precision. Veto Network Planner supports:
- Accurate Cable Routing – Enables efficient planning of cable paths across multiple layers or zones.
- Wi-Di Coax Design – Ensures proper connectors and termination for coaxial cables to prevent signal reflection and degradation—critical in high-vibration, high-dust environments.
- Hardware Compatibility – Recommends cable types and environmental ratings aligned with Vernetzen’s product specifications and industrial standards.
Unified Planning for Seamless Deployment
With all key components integrated into a single planning environment, Veto Network Planner empowers users to:
- Upload and annotate detailed floor/site plans
- Strategically position wireless and wired devices
- Select appropriate frequencies and antennas
- Route cabling with precision and compliance
- Export final layouts for execution by field teams
Environmental Planning with Integrated BOM Generation
By uploading level plans, users can accurately design cable connections and device placements in relation to environmental and logistical factors such as distance, elevation, obstructions, and access paths.
As the design is finalized, the Level Plan automatically generates a comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM)—detailing all required components, including:
- Device models and quantities
- Cable types and lengths
- PoE injectors and power requirements
- Antennas and terminations
- Mounting accessories and environmental protection gear
This feature ensures streamlined procurement, reduces human error, and accelerates deployment timelines by guaranteeing that all required materials are accounted for upfront.
Built-in Validation for Deployment Accuracy
Before generating the final BOM, the Level Plan performs a series of automated validations to ensure design integrity and performance readiness:
- Cable Length Compliance – Verifies that all cable segments remain within industry-specified maximum lengths to prevent signal loss.
- Terminator Verification – Ensures all coaxial and fiber links are properly terminated to eliminate reflection and interference.
- Device Placement Checks – Confirms compatibility across network components.
- Power & Load Validation – Assesses PoE and switch port capacity to avoid overload scenarios.
This intelligent validation process ensures that your design is not only functional but also field-ready—eliminating costly redesigns or deployment delays.
Key Features of Network Planner
Feature | Veto Network Planner |
|---|---|
Designed for industrial and mining use | |
Seamless integration with Vernetzen devices | |
Built-in frequency and antenna planning | |
Structured cable routing with termination logic | |
Reduces field time, rework, and deployment errors |
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