METZ CONNECT News

The latest generation of modern passenger transport vehicles (buses and rail vehicles) now have Ethernet networks that connect active network devices (ETBN, repeaters, switches) and
end devices such as cameras, digital entertainment systems, WiFi access points, and displays for status information and supply them with power and data.

Due to the rapid growth of IT networking of technical equipment in buildings (heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, shading, access, etc.) in building automation and the connection of building management systems (BMS) to the cloud, there is a growing risk of falling victim to hacker attacks.

In the age of digitalization and urbanization, smart cities are no longer a distant vision, but are increasingly becoming a reality. The city of Ulm is one of the leading cities in Germany that uses intelligent networking to make people's everyday lives easier and is also committed to sustainability

The new generation of the OpDAT patch panel is available in 2 different designs. The OpDAT fix² is designed for permanent installation. The patch panel cover can be opened without tools, making quick and easy access possible. The OpDAT fix² can be selected as a 1 RU or 2 RU variant.

The demand for cabling solutions for Ethernet applications in covered outdoor areas and in areas subject to mechanical stress is constantly increasing. This is due to the increased use of modern network and IP interface technologies outdoors.