Factories are using automated manufacturing techniques such as CAD/CAM, robotics, and numerically controlled manufacturing processes requiring real-time response. In a manufacturing environment, noise immunity, reliability and availability of the network are of primary concern.

OTN is based on fiber optic technology and offers as such EMI and RFI immunity together with complete isolation for all communication services. Moreover, OTN offers all the necessary interfaces for the most commonly used automation equipment.

For safety reasons, the use of fiber optic technology is mandatory in the petrochemical industry. Moreover, various services in the area of voice, data, LAN and video are present. The perfect fit for OTN.

In chemical installations, data communication is used for remote monitoring and remote control of the installations. Safety is probably the most important requirement for a network in a chemical environment. The bending or breakage of fiber optic lines during transmission does not produce sparks or other hazards. This offers safety advantages for fiber optic systems located in areas that contain fuel, oxygen, explosive goods, etc..

The harsh and often hazardous environment found in heavy industry & chemical plants allied with a requirement for non-stop operations of the network backbone make this an ideal application for OTN. Not only does OTN provide peace of mind thanks to its ease of use and maintainability, but it also features fully integrated communications for subsystems such as:

• Video surveillance
• Telephony
• SCADA
• Intercom paging
• Ethernet LAN

Take a look at the benefits of an OTN.

Worldwide proven experience:

• Madero refinery (Mexico)
• Minatitlán refinery (Mexico)
• MIDER (Mitteldeutsche Erdöl Raffinerie) (Germany)