Slide 1: Karona Overblow System
KARONA OVERBLOW SYSTEM Ralph Sutehall, Lee Spicer
Slide 2: Introduction
Introduction Now more than ever, data transmission is an essential part of modern life, that means it is vital that sound digital infrastructure is in place. Existing networks are already congested with legacy cable, but installing more ducts can be expensive and time consuming. Prysmian developed a
Slide 3: Karona Overblow System
Karona Overblow System The Karona Overblow System enables the installation of high density optical fibre cable into pre-existing sub-ducted routes already containing existing legacy cable. The system comprises overblow cables, installation equipment and Connectivity. This presentation includes: • So
Slide 4: Solution Overview
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Slide 5: Benefits
Benefits The key benefits of the Karona Overblow System compared to conventional cable installation are: • Cost: civil’s cost typically make up ~70% of the cost of a new installation; this cost is eliminated • Lead Time: generally there is no need to apply for licences for an installation into an ex
Slide 6: Karona Overblow System Installation Vs Traditional Cable Installation
Karona Overblow System Installation Vs Traditional Cable Installation Traditional Installation
Slide 7: Karona Overblow System – Solution Overview
Karona Overblow System – Solution Overview The Karona Overblow System consists of the following 4 elements. Technical Support and Warranty is also offered. 1. Services 2. Starter Kits 3. Overblow Cables 4. Consumable Kits Support services Items required for Consumables including Field installation t
Slide 8: Karona Overblow Installation Overview
Karona Overblow Installation Overview The following overview describes a Karona Overblow Installation: • Approved Installers survey the route. • Approved Installers arrive on site with Karona installation equipment including: ➢ A Karona Overblow Starter Kit ➢ A Karona Overblow Consumable kit suitabl
Slide 9: Karona Overblow Installation Overview
Karona Overblow Installation Overview Once the cable is installed: • The Deflector and Airguard are removed • The Deflector and Y Connector are replaced with either a Universal Swept ‘T’ closure or 25mm sealed closure • Additional Overblow installs can then take place following the same process
Slide 10: Case Studies
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Slide 11: Case Studies
Case Studies 1. A.40 Road Crossing Installation 2. Quedgley Bridge Crossing 3.Stoke Lacey Installation (2016) (2016) Installation (2016) Installation across major road, approx. Installation crossing bridge over major Overblowing 550m sub-duct route along a 100m route. Minimal traffic management road
Slide 12: Sub-duct Configuration & Cable Selection
Sub-duct Configuration & Cable Selection
Slide 13: Selecting Approved Overblow Cable Based On Sub-duct Network
Selecting Approved Overblow Cable Based On Sub-duct Network Overblow cables are designed and approved for use in the Karona Overblowing System Cable selection may be based on: • Sub-duct internal diameter • Incumbent cable diameter and route conditions • Fibre count installation requirement • Connec
Slide 14: Approved Karona Overblow Cables – NEWT Cable Range
Approved Karona Overblow Cables – NEWT Cable Range 12f And 24f Per Tube, 12 - 432 Fibre Cables Cables approved for the Karona Overblow systems are designed for installation into occupied sub-duct networks through overblow blowing techniques. Overblow cables are designed and approved for use in the K
Slide 15: Cable Selection
Cable Selection Cable selection is based on a number of factors including the sub-duct dimension, the incumbent cable dimension and the fibre requirements. See the below guide examples of proven network installations based on these factors. In addition 24f per tubes cables are available. Multiple ov
Slide 16: Starter Kits
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Slide 17: Karona Overblow System – Starter Kits
Karona Overblow System – Starter Kits Starter Kits contain the supplementary equipment required for installation teams to undertake Overblowing. These items are not consumed during the completion of each installation. A Starter Kit enables a trained Overblow installation team to conduct the installa
Slide 18: Consumable Kits
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Slide 19: Karona Overblow System – Consumable Kits
Karona Overblow System – Consumable Kits Consumable Kits contain single use items which are consumed with each Overblow installation. Consumable kits are utilised by trained Overblow installation teams with every installation of optical fibre cable into an occupied sub-duct network. They include the
Slide 20: Training and Complimentary Services
Training and Complimentary Services
Slide 21: Installer Training
Installer Training Prysmian Group provide approved installation training for the Karona Overblow System. Training is designed for experienced installers. In Summary: ✓ 2 day duration ✓ Includes basic cable training ✓ Includes live installation demonstration and practice ✓ Point to Point Blowing ✓ Ce
Slide 22: Karona Overblow System – Solution Overview
Karona Overblow System – Solution Overview In addition to the main 4 elements consisting of the Karona Overblow System Prysmian Group can also offer: • Field demos of the Overblow system • Supervised Initial Installations • Approved Connectivity equipment • Remote Technical Support and Warranty for
Slide 23: Customer and Prysmian testimonials
“Superfast, innovative solutions are required in view of the emerging next generation technologies of 5G and future gigabit society, in order to transfer always higher amounts of data simultaneously, even throughout less suitable and less industrialised areas. With this project Prysmian continues to
Slide 24: Thank you
Thank you For more info please contact: Lucas Cruces <lucas.cruces@prysmiangroup.com> Ralph Sutehall <ralph.sutehall@prysmiangroup.com> Lee Spicer <lee.spicer@prysmiangroup.com> prysmiangroup.com