Industrial Fibre Optic Infrastructure
By industrial fibre optic infrastructure, we refer to the special cabling and protective hardware designed to withstand the rigors of transmitting data in hostile environments like defence bases, industrial plants, and remote facilities. In today’s world where industrial networking reliability is the key to success, your data network has to be as tough as the machines it controls. Fibre Systems has industrial fibre solutions designed to withstand the environments in which other networking solutions would fail.
Harsh Environment Network Reliability
The harsh environment network reliability is the capacity of the communication hardware to ensure a consistent and clear signal in the face of extreme temperature changes, excessive moisture content, and constant mechanical vibrations. A disrupted signal does not only present a minor inconvenience in the case of critical assets; it can also result in security and safety concerns as well as operational delays.
Fibre Systems is dedicated to providing consistency in its products through the use of special materials that ensure the protection of the glass core found in the fibre. Our products are designed with high tensile strength and moisture-resistant jacketing that protects the fibre from the harsh environment. Our decision to use Fibre Systems’s ruggedised fibre optic cabling will ensure the consistency of your automation and communication systems in the face of harsh environmental conditions.
Protecting Your Data Infrastructure
When managing a complex site, it is crucial that the equipment does not require frequent maintenance. We have designed our solutions around three main pillars that ensure industrial-grade strength to any Industrial Infrastructure, making them superior to the average commercial product:
- Vibration Resistance: We have designed our cables to withstand the constant high-frequency vibrations that occur in areas close to industrial machinery and vehicles.
- Chemical and Moisture Shielding: We have tested the cable jacketing to withstand common industrial fluids, such as hydraulic oil and diesel fuel.
- Ease of Deployment: We have designed our solutions with reusability in mind, ensuring that your team can easily relocate the connectivity points depending on your needs or a change in location.
| Feature | Standard Commercial Fibre | Fibre Systems Industrial Grade |
| Tensile Strength | Low | High-Tensile |
| Vibration Tolerance | Minimal | Industrial-Grade |
| Protection Rating | Basic | Crush-Resistant |
| Operational Life | Short in harsh sites | Extended |
| Field Reusability | Poor | Excellent |
EMI/RFI Shielded Industrial Cabling Fibre Systems
EMI/RFI shielded industrial cabling describes systems that are designed to prevent interference in the form of electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, which commonly interrupts the data signals transmitted through the cabling systems. High-powered machinery such as motors and transmitters tend to produce such interference.
Fibre optics are naturally immune to this type of interference. However, the connectors and casings need to be equally resilient in order to ensure the desired protection. Fibre Systems provides systems that are comprised of the latest technology in fiber optic cable trays and armored conduit systems, ensuring your cabling is protected from crushing forces. This is necessary in order to prevent the loss of data packets.
High-Tensile Strength and Data Integrity
The main reason for this lack of continuity is the fact that normal cables do not have sufficient tensile strength for such environments. At Fibre Systems, we include aramid yarn in our cable design along with a special strain relief feature. This gives our cables sufficient strength so that the internal glass strands are never subjected to mechanical stress during deployment. Whether you need to run cables through vertical shafts or long cable trays, or even through external environments, this is critical for long-term integrity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Fibre Systems ensure the reliability of the cables in harsh environments?
Fibre Systems provides ruggedized cables with high tensile strength and chemical-resistant sheath materials to withstand harsh environmental conditions. Fibre Systems ensures reliable connectivity by assembling cables in-house, which ensures no downtime in harsh environments due to high vibrations.
Why is EMI/RFI shielding so important in the operation of industrial facilities?
Industrial facilities are equipped with numerous high-voltage equipment, which generates electrical noise in the environment. Fibre optics helps you avoid interference that copper wires face, so your data is not interfered with when it passes through the wire.
Can fibre optic cables be reused in different parts of the facility?
Fibre optic cables can be reused in different parts of the facility due to Fibre Systems’s ruggedised design. Fibre Systems offers modular connectivity that can be easily relocated as your facility expands and changes.
Do your solutions comply with industry safety requirements?
Our solutions comply with very strict Australian industry standards for telecommunications and electrical safety. We ensure that the materials comply with the required fire retardancy and environmental resistance necessary for Australian industry and defense operations.
How do your heavy-duty fibre enclosures safeguard the network?
Our enclosures provide a safe and secure weatherproof and dustproof casing for your connections. They are designed so that accidental impacts do not damage the splice points and connectors in the way they are meant to be.
Best Practices for Maintaining Industrial Networks
- To maintain a stable network, one should follow these steps to ensure the equipment provided by Fibre Systems is in the best condition:
- Inspect the connections: Always inspect the fibre ends before each installation for dust and debris using a clean inspection scope.
- Use proper enclosures: Always enclose the patch points in heavy-duty fibre enclosures to prevent environmental contaminants from interfering with the signals.
- Bend radius: Never bend the cables into a tight corner as it will affect the signal strength over time.
- Label everything: Always label the cables with industrial-grade tags on both ends of the cables to assist your team in troubleshooting the system.
- Proper Storage: Store the cables correctly by coiling them around the correct reel when not in use.
Strategic Deployment for Future Operations
In planning for your next phase in your project, you should think about scalability in your connectivity solution. Fibre Systems offers modular assemblies that can grow with you. Whether you need more sensors for your automated systems or you need more voice and video infrastructure, we offer you a high-speed solution for your fibre needs.
We work with site managers to ensure you have a solution today that meets your needs for tomorrow. By choosing Fibre Systems, you’re choosing a solution that can support your long-term goals for your enterprise.
Ask for a custom quote on your next industrial project by contacting us at Fibre Systems. View all Fibre Systems tactical solutions available for the Australian industry.
