It’s been a tremendous first year for the Gigabit City Project in Bristol spearheaded by Triangle Networks and digital infrastructure provider, CityFibre. Together, we’ve helped transform businesses with full fibre connectivity, taking businesses from slow and inconsistent internet access all across the city to a bandwidth haven of gigabit internet speeds, at prices far lower than previously available.
For many customers, the speed of the connection has changed the way their business operates for the better. Our friends at Wildseed Studios commented: “Having the speed is great, but more importantly the gigabit connection has given us flexibility. It’s added an agility and quality into our production process we haven’t seen before.”
“We’ve received comments like this from a number of the first adopters, and it hasn’t gone unnoticed in the wider community. In late June, to cap the end of the Gigabit City project’s first year, Triangle and CityFibre were delighted to receive the ‘Best Use of Technology and Innovation’ award at this year’s Bristol Post Awards, fighting off some stiff competition.
This is a technological leap forward for Bristol but also a huge step for Triangle. We were very proud to receive the recognition of our hard work and look forward to future projects with CityFibre, replicating what we’ve done in Bristol elsewhere in the UK.
Heading into the future in Bristol, the project becomes ever more important as the data explosion constricts bandwidth on lesser copper and part-fibre connections more and more over time. But where there’s an issue, Triangle and CityFibre have the solution and will be delighted to help more businesses transform their connectivity in the second year of the exciting Gigabit City project”.
Paul Anslow – Managing Director, Triangle Networks
If you’d like to learn more about Triangle Networks and gigabit speed connectivity visit our web page gigabit.trianglenetworks.co.uk or call us on 01275 871122.
CityFibre embarked on its Bristol Gigabit City project one year ago alongside launch partner Triangle Networks, enabling the local ISP to steal a march by delivering Gigabit-speed-as-standard to customers massively restricted by the limitations of copper wires. One such client is Wildseed Studios.Wildseed Studios is a production company based in the heart of Bristol that works collaboratively across the globe. It specialises in TV and cinema production, and one of its larger projects involvedworking alongside Disney XD. Wildseed handles the majority of its conceptual work but relies on production teams in Canada to create the final product. This cross- Atlantic operation demands a reliable Internet connection with Skype calls and file sharing a vital part of the shared production process. At any one time across the office there will be at least two or three Skype calls taking place, communicating with teams across the UK and internationally. But it’s not just the VoIP access that stresses the network, file sharing too is an essential business function. Animations are typically huge graphical files with an average 10 minute episode amounting to a 175GB file that had to previously be uploaded and downloaded on Wildseed’s inconsistent BT connection. Sometimes, because the connection was so lacking, the upload would have to restart three or four times, and in some extreme cases the firm had to physically post a hard drive with the full episode across the Atlantic to Canada to be prepped for broadcast. One project required Wildseed to deliver 52 episodes of this size, so the networking team knew they needed an alternative solution.
Enter local comms provider Triangle Networks, CityFibre’s Gigabit City partner in Bristol, which connected Wildseed’s building to CityFibre’s Gigabit network, immediately transforming the business. Video communication is now seamless having reduced lag by 250 per cent to a level not even noticeable. File sharing has also switched from being a headache to a business tool. The typical 40GB master files that would be shared multiple times throughout the production process used to take Wildseed over 27 hours to download, and the transfer would often fail. Now, a transfer takes just minutes.Triangle began its commercial life in 2004 and by 2006 had built its first VoIP platform. The company’s offering includes Internet access, traditional ISDN services, numbering, SIP trunking and its Hive Wi-Fi social media log-in platform. The company also has a hosted system called Noodlebox with a variety of apps designed to improve the customer experience for partners.Triangle’s channel partners display a shared vision to drive change in the industry. “Rarely do we partner with organisations that just want to resell products that ‘will do’,” stated Paul Anslow. “It is surprising to see that some companies would rather sell a traditional service that is marginally cheaper, especially one that will be insufficient in less than a year’s time. We have become more selective for that reason, and our partnership with CityFibre allows us to be much more discerning. If you have the appetite for something very new, get involved. For the right company this is a game changing opportunity.”
Staff at 12 year old Triangle Networks have visited the Balloon Fiesta for a number of years, but this year will be supporting as one of the ‘Member’ companies and Official Suppliers’ supporting the show, alongside a number of other great Bristol businesses and key sponsors.The world famous Bristol Balloon Fiesta, reaches its 38th year this weekend, having been founded by the Bristol Junior Chamber and Don Cameron of Cameron Balloons in 1978. The weekend includes 150 balloons of varying shapes and sizes, dominating the landscape over Ashton Court and beyond.A real favourite of the locals, past years have seen up to spectators, with a surprising number arriving at 6am to see the stunning Balloon ascent, and many more arriving in the evening to see the magical night glows. In total, over the weekend, event organisers Richmond Event Management will expertly host 500,000 visitors to this growing event. A staggering number!
Triangle Networks Managing Director Paul Anslow says “The Balloon Fiesta is an example of Bristol’s great triumphs, which we see more and more of every day. I have tried my hardest to draw comparisons between 150 balloons, and 1000 Mb internet access but it is a tenuous link at best”. Suggestions welcome!
For more information about the Balloon Fiesta, go to http://www.bristolballoonfiesta.co.uk/
Powerboat racing will thrill crowds in Clevedon this month
(Article courtesy of North Somerset Times, 5th August 2016 url: http://www.northsomersettimes.co.uk/news/power_boat_racing_to_boost_seafront_groups_1_4642523)
Bristol has become the latest Gigabit city and now boasts some of the fastest internet speeds in the world.The days of the "buffering bar" and the "spinning wheel of doom" are over as companies CityFibre and Triangle have come together to provide ultra-fast internet across the city.The first businesses have started to connect to the network and are enjoying internet speeds of up to 1,000megabits per second (Mbps) – 100 times faster than the average broadband connection in Bristol.Commercial Director of CityFibre, Rob Hamlin, said: "We are thrilled to announce that our pure fibre network in Bristol is now live, just three months after launch."The internet plays a significant part in the lives of most people – be it for work or at home, and it was important for us to bring ultra-fast internet to the South West's major city."Thanks to our ultra-fast speeds, we can now call Bristol a Gigabit city which means businesses are even better position to compete on both the national and international stage."Most firms and household in Bristol use a traditional broadband connection which relies on copper wires.CityFibre has bought and is continuing to extend a large network of pipes across the city, which they have filled with high-tech fibre-optic cables.These glass cables deliver an internet connection at the speed of light which is highly reliable and efficient.While CityFibre own the infrastructure, customers sign up to the service with providers Triangle.Mr Hamlin said: "Most of the broadband network in the UK is owned by BT, and while that is fine for many people, CityFibre believe in the benefit of competition and in offering consumers other options."Much of the Bristol and the UK's internet infrastructure uses telephone connections which were originally put in place for telephone lines before the internet was even invented."The benefit of the CityFibre network is that it is in a sense future-proof. The fibre-optic cables can connect hundreds of users without any pinch points or impacting on speed. This network is going to be used in the city for generations to come."The ultra-fast network extends across Bristol and in to parts of South Gloucestershire including Aztec West.While it is predominately aimed at businesses, Mr Hamlin said there is no reason why homes might not benefit from it in the future.He said: "We aim to be able to offer 80per cent of businesses, schools and agencies in Bristol the ability to connect to CityFibre, and we are extending our network all the time."We also encourage people to tell us where they want to see network availability for us to investigate."One of the first businesses to sign up to the ultra-fast network is Layered Tech based near the Arnolfini.image: http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/images/localworld/ugc-images/276268/binaries/internet333.jpgDirector, Lee Watts, said: "For us it has just made everything we do quicker. As a software company we rely on the internet, and now we are able to carry out upload tasks which would have taken us all night in just a couple of minutes."It has also provided a boost to morale, as people are no longer getting frustrated with the internet dropping out or buffering."Managing Director of Triangle, Paul Anslow, said: "Increasingly services such as VoIP, remote storage and a new generation of cloud services are changing the way businesses operate but connectivity is holding many businesses back."As demand for greater bandwidth continues to grow, Bristol is now ahead of the game. The arrival of this network, with speeds of up to 1,000Mbps, is helping to transform Bristol into one of the best connected cities on the planet, capable of supporting whatever digital requirements the future holds."CityFibre aren't using legacy networks which means there is no copper to restrict the internet speeds the network can support. This translates into practically limitless capacity making the use of applications such as Office 365, video conferencing and VoIP a practical reality."Read more at http://www.bristolpost.co.uk/8203-bristol-declared-a-gigabit-city-with-ultra-fast-internet-speeds/story-29488308-detail/story.htmlTriangle Networks launch ultra-fast business broadband services over CityFibre’s Bristol network offering future-proof connectivity at affordable prices.Bristol, February 23rd 2015 – Triangle Networks, one of Bristol’s leading Internet Service Providers and launch partner on CityFibre’s Bristol: Gigabit City project, has today launched a portfolio of new, ultra-fast services targeted at Bristol’s business community. Made possible by CityFibre’s pure fibre, gigabit-speed network in the city, Triangle’s new services bring speeds typically affordable only by the largest businesses, within reach for the first time, of the small and medium sized business.At an event held at the Engine Shed, home of ‘Bristol is Open’, and attended by business leaders, council representatives and key figures from Bristol’s tech community, Triangle formally launched the new pure-fibre products. They include an entry level and symmetrical 500Mbps broadband service as well as a full 1000Mbps symmetrical service.Speaking at the event, Greg Mesch CEO at CityFibre said: “It’s great to see how fast this project has become a reality. From our Bristol Gigabit City announcement, a little over a month ago, we are now at the point of launching services to the market that will change the way that Bristol does business. Pure fibre infrastructure is raising the bar and resetting expectations everywhere we look and here is yet another example; ultra-fast speeds, affordable and within reach of almost every business. Exciting times are ahead.”Paul Anslow, MD at Triangle Networks, said: “Thousands of Bristol businesses have never had access to ultra-fast internet speeds because of the huge costs associated with traditional networks. From today – they do. The services we have launched today over CityFibre’s pure fibre network have the capability to revolutionise a business’ digital experience and transform the way they operate. With affordable access to speeds light-years ahead of your current services, now is the time to register your interest and reach out one of our partners. Gig Up Bristol!”Business looking to sign up to the network can do so via www.cityfibre.com/Bristol
CityFibre has announce that Bristol will become the UK’s next Gigabit City.It is the first to be launched by the company following its £90 million acquisition of KCOM’s national fibre networks (excluding Hull and East Yorkshire). CityFibre will begin work to commercialise 82km of pure fibre network assets in the city and surrounding areas.Triangle Networks, a locally based internet service provider (ISP) boasting hundreds of existing customers in the city, will be the ‘Bristol: Gigabit City’ launch partner. Triangle is committing a minimum of 100 new customers on the network by year-end. They will work closely with CityFibre to encourage businesses across the city, to connect to the pure fibre network and take advantage of market-leading ‘Gigabit-speed-as-standard’ services.As one of the most digitally advanced cities in the UK, Bristol is ideally suited to make the most of the new infrastructure. The network will complement Bristol’s renowned smart city strategy, which has already made the city a test bed for innovative digital projects. These include Bristol university’s city-sensor network; ‘Bristol is Open’, a laboratory exploring big data solutions to problems such as traffic congestion and air pollution; and the trialling of driverless car technology.Paul Anslow, MD at Triangle Networks said: “We’re hugely excited to be CityFibre’s Gigabit City launch partner on this project. We have been watching demand for ultra-fast services grow exponentially in recent years and this project has the potential to unlock a tide of demand for faster, more resilient and more affordable services. “As this is a pure fibre network, Triangle will be launching services that are ‘Gigabit-speed-as-standard’, far faster than those possible on ‘Fibre to the cabinet’ networks that are still restricted by the limitations of copper wires. This enables businesses to stop concerning themselves with bandwidth restrictions and start to make the most of new ways of working that will improve their experience and drive the bottom line.”Greg Mesch, CEO of CityFibre added: “We’re delighted to be able to announce Bristol as our next Gigabit City project and to be working with Triangle Networks, experts and innovators in business connectivity, to ensure its success. Bristol is already a UK leader in digital innovation, but its business community has not yet had the opportunity to take full-advantage. This project provides that opportunity and I could think of nowhere more exciting to begin our latest project. Less than a month after announcing our acquisition of KCOM’s networks, we have begun to commercialise them. As the UK’s largest alternative infrastructure provider, this is the first of many new Gigabit City launches to come on our expanded footprint of 36 cities across the UK.”Bristol Gigabit City will be officially launched at an event in February at which point a city-wide marketing campaign will begin, raising awareness of the benefits to businesses from the Gigabit speed services on offer and enabling CityFibre to map demand for local network expansion projects.
As part of a commitment to promote healthier lifestyles among its employees, Triangle are challenging local businesses to come and test their table tennis skills at their headquarters near Bristol.
Table Tennis is taking the country by storm, with tables popping up everywhere.
Aled from Table Tennis UK is at the centre of the project to get businesses in Bristol getting staff and visitors into the game.
“Table Tennis is accessible to anyone, the benefits to businesses and Schools have been clear to see,” he says. “It’s great to have Triangle’s support, and we’ve been encouraged by their positive approach to getting staff on their feet and all involved.”
The new table has taken pride of place in the previously empty atrium area of the Triangle offices, and has been a real hit with the team.
If you think your skills are up to the challenge, please get in touch.
Third party cloud services like email, data hosting and voice over IP have become an increasing part of many small business’ day to day operations.Because these cloud services are delivered entirely through the internet, like your Gmail, Drop Box or Skype would be at home, reliable access to the internet has become vital.But in business parks and retail areas situated outside large cities, the infrastructure doesn’t provide the required reliability. The ongoing 'roll out' of super-fast internet by BT Openreach at least offers businesses a bit more bandwidth, at some point in the future, but it doesn't solve the issue of reliability.The rock solid connectivity that many businesses assume their provider will deliver, often comes at a cost that can only be met by larger businesses and educational organisations; in excess of £300 a month, out of reach for many smaller firms.As a result, many businesses face an uncomfortable trade-off between reliability and cost, with nothing in between. Until now.With the introduction of the government’s Connected Vouchers scheme, businesses can now fund some of the infrastructure requirements themselves, bringing the price down significantly.Since becoming an ISP two years ago, Triangle Networks (known to many previously as Triangle Telecom) have been working on raising the standards of connectivity available to smaller businesses in the South West.Following a key technology partnership that provides capability to install and manage infrastructure directly, Triangle can now offer site-specific Ethernet services at highly competitive prices.The specialist aviation training organisation Bristol Groundschool located in the Kenn business park area have been the first to adopt this innovative new service.Bristol Groundschool’s Managing Director Alex Whittingham says “It feels good to have confidence in our internet connection, and we are pleased that the service has been delivered efficiently and at a reasonable price”Triangle's Managing Director Paul Anslow comments“Small businesses don’t have to wait months or even years for BT Openreach to roll out super-fast Broadband in their area”“The truth is, it’s not financially viable for BT to prioritise business parks over the many thousands of homes still waiting for the service,” he says. “But fortunately we’ve come up with a reliable, cost effective solution. This is a new service that no one else is providing, so I commend Bristol Groundschool for their early adopter approach. I’m pleased they’ve had such a positive experience so quickly.”To get connected, contact us on 01275 871122
Triangle Telecom are proud to have gained an enviable reputation for customer service during our 11 years of trading. Our ability to provide a consistently high customer experience comes down largely to our flexibility. During our 11 years, we’ve had to adapt and change to enable us to provide our customers with the business communications technologies that keep them at the top of their game.We’ve seen traditional calls and line services increasingly give way to combined call, video and internet communications. We’ve reached a point where many businesses live and die based on the quality of their internet connection strategy.Triangle is equally proud to have met this change in technology with a raft of advanced new network investment and cutting edge web development. Such is our success that Triangle are now a leading SME business ISP for Bristol and North Somerset.Part of our strategy for 2015 is a change in name that shows the world what sort of company we have become. We are excited to announce that Triangle Telecom will now be known as Triangle Networks.More than ever businesses need a host of cloud services, data backup facilities, reliably fast internet, and a hybrid approach to their communications. Triangle Networks enable all of these through our unlimited broadband service and super-fast, super-reliable, Gigabit Ethernet platforms. In addition, our Hive WiFi (www.hivewifi.co.uk) service is a gateway to enhanced social media presence.“Changing our name is an important part of our strategy for 2015. We want to demonstrate our commitment to the future of communications to our partners and customers. We recognise the part that the internet plays in delivering voice and data services, our name change reflects that.” Paul Anslow – Managing Director, Triangle NetworksFor more information regarding ‘Super-reliable’ ‘Uber-mega-net’ connectivity, email us on support@trianglenetworks.co.uk or register your interest at http://www.trianglenetworks.co.uk
Business customers need to be better informed of the precautions necessary against telephone fraud, says Paul Anslow, MD of South West-based communications provider Triangle.
Hosting a session at the AGM of the Federation of Communication Services (FCS), Paul made a number of best practice recommendations for telecoms resellers and service providers.Telephone fraud has increased significantly in the UK recently, and can prove costly for businesses targeted by fraudsters.“Work has been carried out to address standards in Voice over IP, but landline services are less easy to control, as real time line monitoring is not available,” said Paul. “Call logging and similar hardware solutions do help, but they can be costly.”As a landline and VoIP provider, Triangle has been able to offer some useful insights into the differences between VoIP and landlines, and how to have a joined up approach to this issue. Triangle’s specially designed combined landline and VoIP solution was created with these issues in mind.“What we really need to do is make sure customers are well informed and know what they can do to protect themselves, but also make sure that the financial impact is limited as much as possible,” added Paul.“As part of the best practice criteria, we have included a promise to all customers not to profit from fraudulent calls,” he said. “Disappointingly this value is not a policy that all providers recognise.”The session was the brainchild of FCS CEO Chris Pateman and Cathy Gerosa Head of Regulatory Affairs, but indicative of the great work carried out by the team at the FCS.If you would like to know more about the steps that can be taken against telephone fraud, contact us on 01275 871122.Special thanks to Chris Renton for the photography.
Triangle Telecom, which is also an internet service provider, is based in The Triangle and has gone from strength to strength over the past decade under the guidance of managing director, Paul Anslow.
Paul, who is also the chairman of the Clevedon Chamber of Commerce, said: “Like any business, the first year or two were challenging but we had clear targets and a growing customer base, many of which are still with us to this day.“Almost seven years ago we started developing voice over IP services, quickly realising that the internet was the key to all communications, which has led to us becoming an internet service provider alongside a number of household names.”The business, which currently employs 16 people and recently moved into larger premises, has developed a number of its own products and services including Hive Wi-Fi, which is sold as far afield as Saudi Arabia, and Paul has big plans for the company’s future.He added: “We are in a great place at the moment.“We have so many ideas, great customers and some very proactive partners.“Our main focus is to bring fast, reliable internet to our customers, most of which are SME businesses going through their own growth stages.“We will of course do everything we can to grow in the way that we have been doing and enjoy the next 10 years as much as the last.”
At 7am on Saturday 23rd August 2014, the Trek for Thomas team; Pete Craske, Phil Craske, Tom Morris, Stu Whiting and Simon Bodman set off to climb Ben Nevis. Over the next few days they continued onto Scafell Pike and then Snowdon. To make the challenge even more impressive, the 5 climbers added a twist to the ‘3 peaks’ challenge by cycling between each one… and then back to Bristol just for good measure!
Not only have they achieved a staggering feat, but they have raised £21,654 for the Wallace and Gromit Appeal.We are proud to have been able to help the team, and are looking forward to celebrating the completion of their challenge at the Grand Party on Saturday 4th October 2014.Bob Irwin and Jamie Butt, who both work for Triangle Telecom in Hill Road, have set themselves the task of running at least ten 10km races as well as four half-marathons by the end of the year but will fit in more if they can.So far, they have completed two half-marathons and four 10km events. The duo intend to take part in the Clevedon 10k on Tuesday next week.
They have also registered to take part in the Bristol Half- Marathon, the Royal Parks Foundation Half-Marathon and the Ashton Court 10k.In most of the events completed so far, the friends have run together. However, Bob also took on a 10k in Hollywood while on holiday earlier in the year.Bob, aged 32 of Hill Road, Clevedon, said: “Prostate cancer is a big problem in the UK and across the world with very little known about it compared to breast cancer.“Jamie and I have decided to run throughout the year to raise money for this charity.”Jamie, aged 22 of Greenslade Gardens, Nailsea, said: “My granddad passed away from prostate cancer and my grampy is also currently suffering from it.“I want to raise money to help fund research and find a cure.”Bob and Jamie have a target of reaching at least £1,000 but hope to raise even more for the cause. So far they have collected £561.■ Anyone wishing to sponsor Bob and Jamie can do so online at www.justgiving.com/Robert-Irwin1 or by texting BOBI76 and the amount (£5) to 70070.
Hive WiFi offers customers a secure WiFi service with a number of benefits not available with more traditional options.A number of the early users of the service have gathered more than 100 Facebook ‘Likes’ which they have used to promote their special offers, but also to find out who their customers are so that they can tailor the service they provide accordingly.Users log-in using social media accounts, giving the WiFi provider an immediate connection with them, which they will use to stay in touch.For more information take a look at our website www.hivewifi.co.uk
