Ericsson supports Ooredoo Qatar with ATEX solution

Ericsson supports Ooredoo Qatar with ATEX solution

Ericsson says it has successfully designed and deployed an ATEX Zone 1-certified solution on an offshore site for one of Ooredoo Qatar’s enterprise customers. The solution, an ATEX-certified Ericsson Enclosure 6129, supports the operation of conventional radio access network (RAN) equipment in harsh and hazardous environments.

ATEX stands for ATmosphere Explosible. The ATEX directives are two of the EU directives describing the minimum safety requirements for workplaces and equipment used in explosive atmospheres.

A Zone 1 hazardous area is classified as a place in which an explosive atmosphere consisting of a mixture with air or flammable substances in the form of gas, vapour or mist is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally.

The Ericsson enclosure provides a safe operating environment for RAN equipment and the direct current power system, ensuring compliance with the rigorous safety standards of the offshore industry while delivering reliable network performance and connectivity.

This deployment, says Ericsson, enables Ooredoo Qatar to provide superior 4G network quality to its enterprise customers, supporting both indoor and outdoor locations around the offshore rigs. The solution is also adaptable for other industries requiring ATEX-certified equipment in demanding environments.

Hicham Siblini, Chief Technology & Infrastructure officer from Ooredoo Qatar, says: "This solution ensures compliance with safety measures while delivering exceptional network performance and reliability in challenging offshore environments."

Charbel Abdallah, President of Ericsson Qatar, adds: “We are proud to have collaborated with Ooredoo Qatar to design and deploy the first-of-its-kind innovative ATEX Zone 1-certified solution in Qatar, providing a safe and reliable environment for the operation of radio access network equipment in the demanding offshore industry.”

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