HCL Technologies opens cutting-edge 5G test lab in Chennai

HCL Technologies (HCLTech), an Indian technology company, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art test lab in Chennai, India with an aim to facilitate global telecom infrastructure original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in their pursuit of testing and validating 5G solutions.

Marking a significant milestone in India’s technological landscape, this pioneering establishment stands as the first of its kind within the country. Boasting an array of cutting-edge scanners, the lab offers global OEMs an unrivaled platform to meticulously test a wide range of cellular base stations, including small form factor antennas utilized in mobile phones, smart gadgets, health monitoring systems, and remote surveillance systems.

At present, the lab is fully equipped to comprehensively test and validate 5G telecom antennas catering to frequency bands of up to 7 GHz. Nevertheless, its scalable design allows for seamless expansion to accommodate millimeter-wave frequency 5G infrastructure. This scalability provides invaluable support to OEMs and telecom service providers by facilitating rapid and precise measurement of critical parameters.

HCL Technologies launches cutting-edge test lab in Chennai to empower global telecom OEMs in validating 5G Solutions. Photo courtesy of Raghukraman/Wikimedia Commons.

Undoubtedly, this groundbreaking test lab represents a significant leap forward for both HCL Technologies and the global telecom industry as a whole. By harnessing the potential of this cutting-edge facility, OEMs can now leverage its advanced capabilities to ensure the robustness and reliability of their 5G solutions, propelling the world closer to an era of seamless connectivity and technological innovation.

With this strategic move, HCL Technologies reaffirms its commitment to driving technological excellence and revolutionizing the telecom landscape. As the demand for 5G infrastructure continues to surge, this state-of-the-art test lab is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of telecommunications by empowering OEMs to push the boundaries of innovation and accelerate the deployment of transformative 5G networks worldwide.

Vijay Guntur — HCL Technologies President of Engineering and R&D Services said: “We’re committed to advancing next-gen mobile telephony with the highest levels of quality, performance and technology. We have a team of highly experienced and skilled engineers to test and verify cellular and non-cellular products with great precision.”