Ensuring interference-free operation for critical protection systems requires an integrated approach. By eliminating electromagnetic risks at an early stage, the continuity of the communication network is conclusively guaranteed and the operational reliability of the installation at the airport is fully assured.
At Schiphol Airport, a video installation caused unforeseen electromagnetic interference (EMI) on the T2000 security network. As emergency services such as the police and fire brigade lost coverage in the vicinity of the artwork, an urgent need arose for expert diagnosis to ensure airport security. Uncertainty about the exact source of interference within the facility necessitated an in-depth technical assessment of electromagnetic compatibility.
HyTEPS took responsibility for an integrated EMC study to identify the complex interactions between systems and restore operational security uninterrupted. By analysing the electromagnetic risks in practice, the disruption of this critical infrastructure was prevented from leading to unacceptable safety risks.

To determine the exact impact of the video installation on the T2000 network, engineers carried out an integral EMC study using a Spectrum Analyzer and directional antennas. This involved accurate mapping of both conducted and radiated electromagnetic emissions. The measurements showed that radiation from the clock was so powerful that the minimum signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for critical communications was not met, completely drowning out the system.
By testing the measurement data against current standards, the technical cause was traced back to specific components. This methodology provided the necessary underpinning for targeted intervention without negatively affecting the overall power supply. The resulting diagnosis formed the foundation for a solution that both increased network immunity and identified harmful emissions at the source.
By addressing the specific components that were causing the electromagnetic noise, the norm violations were eliminated and the installation now operates for many years without disturbing the surrounding network. This active approach ensured that uncertainty about the stability of both the T2000 system and future 5G communications disappeared.
HyTEPS took control of the process from fault analysis to reporting, enabling seamless cooperation between Schiphol and construction company Heijmans. The result is an operationally secure infrastructure in which art and critical safety systems operate flawlessly side by side. This achieved the promised security in every kilowatt, conclusively guaranteeing continuity at one of Europe's most important airports.

Our expertise in Power Quality and EMC issues provides peace of mind that critical security processes are never disrupted by external sources. We combine in-depth technical analysis with a decisive approach.
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