The on-site diagnostic service for Ditap Industrial costs $200,000 per day, plus travel expenses. The cost is deducted from the project, and a network diagram, WiFi coverage measurements taken on-site, and a prioritized budget are provided. This is a reference from September 2026: validity, taxes, and conditions must be confirmed in the proposal.
Quoting for a network, cameras, or a connection without physically being on-site is essentially guesswork. On-site diagnostics exist to replace this guesswork with a measured plan, and it’s almost always the initial, essential step before any Ditap Industrial project, whether it’s a process plant, a logistics warehouse, or the covering of a ferry.
How much does a visit to Magellan cost?
Editorial note: The internal survey cited below lacks a methodology or sample. The ranges presented are included as historical context, not as a verified market comparison.
According to our market research conducted on September 14, 2026, a technical visit outside the city in the region costs between $150,000 and $300,000 per day, depending on the scope of work and distance. Our on-site assessment indicates a cost of $200,000 per day, including travel expenses, within that range, with the full value being discounted if you contract the project afterward.
| Concept. | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Field diagnostic by Ditap Industrial | $200,000 per day + travel expenses | Reference price, project discount rate |
| Market range, out-of-town visit in Magallanes | $150,000 to $300,000 per day | Market research – DITAP, 09/14/2026 |
| Typical surcharge in Magallanes on top of Santiago. | 15 % a 25 % | Market research – DITAP, 09/14/2026 |
The regional supplement isn’t arbitrary; a visit to Puerto Natales involves hours of travel between different sections, and a trip to a remote area can easily take a full day just for transportation. Therefore, the travel allowance is quoted separately, and it’s not included within a standard price for all destinations.
What are you taking with you when you finish?
The diagnosis isn’t just a conversation; it’s delivered in writing, in four parts:
- Network diagram. The actual topology of the site or operation: what’s connected to what, what cabling is used, and what switching equipment is in place – not the ideal topology that *should* exist.
- Coverage secured. WiFi, as well as any corresponding cameras and links, measured on-site using a calibrated instrument, not estimated from a desk.
- Findings. What the network reveals today, from a mixed OT network blended with an office network, to uncertified cabling – this exposes…
- Prioritized budget. What to install first, with prices, so the decision is based on actual silver and not on a generic list.
How to schedule
The visit is coordinated with the person in charge of the site or operation, determining beforehand what needs to be checked: the network, cameras, power, or all three. If the operation is outside of Punta Arenas, we try to group the travel expenses with nearby visits whenever possible, in order to reduce the overall cost.
What is the process of a visit like?
The technician arrives with measurement tools, not just a visual assessment and a notebook. For network installations, this means a cable measuring device and equipment to test WiFi coverage point-by-point – not an estimate based on the meeting room. For cameras, it means reviewing the actual line of sight for each proposed location, considering where a vehicle or a pile of materials will actually be positioned. And for power, it means examining the control panel and the equipment that depends on it, although the detailed electrical measurements will be handled by Ditap Energía.
At the end of the day, before we left, we checked with the person in charge to ensure that nothing from the report came as a surprise a week later.
Why simply budgeting remotely isn’t enough.
It can be tempting to quote a price over the phone or via email, with photos and a description of the location. However, the problem is that many of the variables that determine the actual cost – such as the length of wiring, the signal quality at a specific point, or the condition of an old electrical installation – aren’t easily conveyed through a photograph. A quote created without an on-site visit often ends up being either too high or too low, and that discrepancy ends up being argued during the installation process, which is the worst time to discuss it.
To whom does it serve?
It’s not necessary for the system to be completely empty. Most of the diagnoses we conduct are related to existing infrastructure – which has already been installed by another provider or developed over time by the company’s own technical team – and the goal is to understand what’s already in place before suggesting any changes.
The diagnosis serves as the gateway to the five services offered on the site, starting… Ground-level networks until backup power Coordinated with Ditap Energía. If your plant or operation has never had an updated network diagram, this is the perfect starting point.
The original article is retained. Prices and commercial terms are valid as of the date of publication and require confirmation before entering into any agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I don’t hire this project?
You keep the plan, the measured coverage, and the budget, regardless. The diagnosis is yours, whether or not it’s implemented.
How long does a complete diagnosis take?
One day on-site for a medium-sized project. The plans and budget will be delivered in writing afterward, not on the same day.
Does the diagnosis involve electricity?
It includes identifying where energy impacts the grid and the cameras. Detailed electrical measurements are provided by Ditap Energía, coordinated during the same visit if necessary.
Does it work if we already have internet service installed by a different provider?
It’s one of the most common cases. The diagnosis starts with an assessment of what already exists, rather than assuming that everything needs to be replaced.
