Slotted Waveguide
Data Transmission
Our Slotted Waveguide (SWG) communication solutions utilize radio signals transmitted within a specially designed rail system to significantly reduce interference from and to other radio equipment. This contactless technology enables reliable and stable communication for various types of data - control, safety, video, and audio – and maintains seamless performance in critical industrial applications.
Our Slotted Waveguide solutions utilize a specialized communication technology designed for industrial environments. The system relies on a slotted waveguide, which is a metal rail with precisely engineered slots that guide radio signals along its length. This waveguide acts as a transmission medium, allowing wireless data to be broadcast within the rail, preventing interference from and to external radio sources and reducing the risk of signal disruptions.
The technology enables contactless data transfer, meaning that no physical connection is required between the transmitting and receiving devices. This is especially beneficial in dynamic industrial applications where machinery is constantly moving, such as on conveyor belts or rotating systems. Our SWG solutions are capable of transmitting mixed types of data, including control commands, safety signals, video feeds, and audio, with built-in prioritization to ensure that critical information, like safety data, is transmitted without delay.
By combining wireless transmission with the reliability of guided communication, we can offer a stable, high-performance communication system suitable for harsh environments.
Our solutions provide long-range data transmission, high-speed communication, and resistance to electromagnetic interference, making it ideal for use in automation, material handling, and industrial control systems.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is Slotted Waveguide technology?
Slotted Waveguide technology is a wireless communication solution that utilizes a special designed metal rail to guide radio signals. This technology enables reliable, guided, contactless data transfer for various applications, including control, safety, video, and audio, while minimizing interference from and to other radio sources.
What are the requirements for radio certifications?
Because the radio signal is enclosed in the Slotted Waveguide rail, no radio certification is required for our solutions.
What types of data can be transmitted using Slotted Waveguide solutions?
Our solutions can transmit mixed data types, including control commands, safety signals, video feeds, and audio.
How does the Slotted Waveguide technology reduce interference?
Our technology significantly reduces interference by broadcasting radio signals within a specially shaped waveguide. This design minimizes exposure to and from external radio sources, leading to a more stable and reliable communication channel, even in environments with high electromagnetic interference.
In what environments can Slotted Waveguide solutions be effectively used?
Our solutions are designed for use in harsh industrial environments, such as factories and warehouses, where traditional cabling may be impractical. They perform well in settings with extreme temperatures, dust, vibrations, and other challenging conditions.
How far can Slotted Waveguide solutions transmit data?
Our solutions can transmit data over long distances, exceeding hundreds of meters, making them ideal for large industrial setups, such as conveyor systems and automated manufacturing lines.
What are the advantages of using Slotted Waveguide technology over wired communication systems?
The advantages of using our Slotted Waveguide technology include reduced installation costs due to the elimination of complex cabling, greater flexibility for dynamic environments, lower maintenance requirements, and high-speed, reliable communication without interference. This makes it particularly suited for modern industrial automation applications.
