Case Studies
Airport Connectivity - Solved with Omnitron OmniConverter & RuggedNet Switches
Overview:
The Airport Layout Network Connectivity System establishes a high performance, integrated network infrastructure designed to interconnect all essential airport subsystems.
This architecture ensures reliable communication and efficient data transmission across critical operational domains.
The deployment incorporates advanced networking components, including OmniConverter PoE Switches, RuggedNet GHPoEBT MI Industrial PoE Switches, and IP-based surveillance and wireless systems, all interconnected through a hybrid fibre optic and UTP cagling infrastructure with full Power Over Ethernet (PoE) support.
Key Elements of the Airport Connectivity System:
Control Room: Serving as the operational command center, the control room monitors real-time data, video surveillance, and system alerts across the airport. OmniConverter PoE switches connect multiple IP cameras, delivering high-quality video streams and critical data directly to control systems.
Air Traffic Control Tower: Reliable network connectivity is vital for the control tower’s communication with inbound and outbound aircraft. The tower integrates with the airport’s core network through a hybrid fiber and UTP cabling infrastructure with PoE capabilities, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Hangars: Aircraft maintenance and security operations within the hangars depend on stable network access. The RuggedNet GHPoEBT MI Industrial PoE switch provides durable and high-performance connectivity to these remote and environmentally demanding areas.
Terminal: The passenger terminal encompasses check-in counters, boarding gates, and essential amenities. The network backbone enables communication among various systems, including flight information displays, CCTV security systems, and access control devices, ensuring smooth passenger flow and operational coordination.
Parking Areas: Surveillance and access management systems in parking zones are networked to enhance monitoring and security across all entry and exit points.
Fire Station: The airport fire station connects to the network to receive real-time incident alerts and operational data. Integrated IP camera systems support continuous monitoring and rapid response coordination.
WiFi Access Points: Reliable WiFi connectivity is essential for both passengers and airport personnel. Strategically placed access points, connected via the PoE network, deliver consistent wireless coverage throughout terminals, lounges, and operational zones.
Fire Alarm System: The fire alarm network is interconnected using fiber and UTP cabling with PoE, enabling prompt and dependable alert transmission to safeguard lives and infrastructure.
Overall, this network design integrates PoE switches, IP cameras, wireless access points, and a hybrid cabling system to establish a resilient and scalable infrastructure. It supports real-time communication, surveillance, and safety operations across the airport, enhancing security, operational efficiency, and the overall passenger experience.
Products Used in this Solution:
RuggedNet GHPoEBT /MI
OmniConverter PoE Switches