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Introduction
Technology Drivers
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There is then the myriad of non-clinical And as the demographic pressure of an Brand-Rex is dedicated to reducing its
systems for accounting, purchasing, fleet ageing population leads to more patients and impact on the environment and offers
management, not to mention Voice over IP economic pressures lead to fewer staff, critical sustainable solutions.
(VoIP) and Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices IT systems are more important than ever to
- all requiring a high availability and reliable bridge the gap. As part of this commitment Brand-Rex
designing network infrastructure solutions uncertainties, with a commitment to help manufacturer we understand the
supporting intensive care and operating you to make the selection that provides the environmental impact of our operations,
theatres, super-hospital new builds and best technical and economic solution to your thats why we are committed to reducing
upgrades to neighbourhood clinics and projects unique and specific needs. our impact on the environment by utilising
Brand-Rex offers a wide range of fully tested, durable and reliable Brand-Rex has established a core philosophy of delivering maximum
solutions ideally suited for healthcare installations. Our products are performance through design excellence. A high level of knowledge and
is designed and manufactured for use in challenging and restricted experience allows Brand-Rex to consistently deliver first class solutions
environments. The benefits of our healthcare range include small and a first class service to customers.
diameter cables, high density connectivity products and modular based
solutions, all offering ease of installation and design flexibility to the
highest performance.
Radiography Ward
High Performance shielded copper cabling solutions and fibre optic cabling are ideally suited to the mission
critical medical imaging locations within a hospital. Protection is offered against the impact of external voltages
- preventing any galvanic (electrically conducting) connection between devices. In naturally electrically noisy
environments such as these the defense against electromagnetic interference is imperative and therefore
Class EA performance 10GPlus high performance cabling is recommended as a minimum. Brand-Rex offers
an extensive range of cabling designed to support 10GBASE-T, accommodating the needs of today and the
challenges of tomorrow.
Operating Theatre
Confidence, assurance and security in the network within one of the most mission critical areas can only be achieved by
implementing the correct solution. When specified for use with specialised monitoring and imaging equipment, consideration
needs to be given to the environment and associated Electromagnetic interference. Shielded copper cables with the facility for
galvanic isolation are ideal for use in areas where external earth loops may interfere with operational equipment.
The Brand-Rex Network Isolator is utilised in copper based network connections in order to protect a device linked with the
network against external voltages of unknown origin. Also these components eliminate disturbing low frequency signals and
prevent any galvanic (electrically conducting) connection between the connected devices. Therefore, in addition to the data
lines, the cable shielding is also galvanically isolated.
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Laboratory
Superior performance data networking systems provide a safe, secure and reliable network solution to support
the data hungry demands of todays laboratory environment.
Adaptable future proof solutions such as the pre terminated MT Connect range maximise levels of flexibility to
support migration paths for the speeds of tomorrow. MT Connect is an ultra high performance, pre-terminated,
modular optical fibre cabling system based on MT ferrule connector technology. The MTP and MPO systems are
ideally suited to this environment where multiple, point to point, fibre connections can be quickly and efficiently
installed, maintained and changed as required. The use of low loss LC and low loss MTP elite connectors allows
the designer the flexibility to incorporate multiple connections and travel longer distances while still maintaining
the challenging optical budget for higher speed Ethernet.
Future Demands
With the criticality of patient care at the forefront, quick installation and minimal
disruption of services becomes a major driver.
Brand-Rex Air Blown Fibre Systems offer solutions for Internal and External applications
(Blolite and MicroBlo). The use of Air Blown Fibre Systems gives complete freedom from
risk by pre-installing a ducting route and then blowing in the fibre element as required.
The Blolite system is versatile with backbone and / or fibre to the patient links for
distances up to 1km, which is ideally suited to connecting multiple campus sites. Offering
a unique future proofing option this solution is the sustainable choice for your complete
healthcare installation.
The Blown range and fibre optic cabling in general support high-bandwidth applications but
the balance between efficiency, flexibility, cost and future proofing is typically challenging.
The drive for solutions that expand the traditional fibre backbone system by running fibre
further into the installation than ever before are now becoming an interesting option. The
brand-Rex Microswitch can be utilised as part of a horizontal wiring solution that pushes
the available bandwidth in an intriguing, underestimated and overlooked way to create a
beneficial system that is expandable and performance-driven. Acting as a copper to fibre
converter The 6 port GBE Micro Switch Generation 6 offers a 1000Base-X fiber optic uplink
- for linking to the central distributor. All five RJ-45 ports (4 user ports and 1 downlink)
support complete Power over- Ethernet functionality.
Wireless Networks
A wide variety of high performance network cabling solutions are required to provide reliable and high
speed wireless internet connectivity throughout healthcare facilities - allowing patients and their visitors to
access the internet using their own devices 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Wireless Access points (WAPs) need
to be incorporated into the structured cabling scheme as they are required to communicate with the rest
of the Local Area Network. While most structured cabling is installed at floor or desk level, Wireless Access
Points are located at high levels just below or above ceiling height where the best RF coverage is achieved.
The 10GPlus consolidation point cassette offers a resolution to this challenge. It delivers true Augmented
Category 6/Class EA performance, provides superior screening characteristics in a light yet robust
construction and can be used with or without a patch panel, making them the ideal plug and play
consolidation point solution.
Data centre
The data centre is an essential part of the Hospital IT infrastructure, ensuring instant access to current and accurate
patient data on demand and without disruption. The solutions within this environment need to allow for the growth
and expansion of critical services, in relation to both technology and space availability.
With a greatly reduced diameter the zone cable overcomes containment issues by saving pathway space in trays and
cabinets. This unique cable offers a 30% weight and 50% space saving compared to equivalent horizontal cables,
offering a flexible and easier installation with excellent transmission parameters.
The IT cabling infrastructure in the Data Centre provides a transportation path for the reliable transmission of data,
flexibility to support moves, adds and changes (MACs) and the ability to facilitate future technology upgrades.
The Brand-Rex MT connect Pre terminated solution set is again an ideal option to improve the operational efficiency
of the facility and future proof for change and growth.
H E A LT H C A R E C A B L I N G , I N T E R N AT I O N A L S TA N D A R D S A N D A P P L I C AT I O N S
Requirements in the Healthcare sector can Specific directives within TIA 1179 as detailed be a better option for ICR areas and should
carry higher levels of complexity than a below: be constructed from a suitable material
standard enterprise and as such additional Room Size: when installed in surgical and other sterile
applicable standards exist. Published structured environments.
Recommendation for a growth factor of
cabling and related standards for healthcare
100% when determining room size for
facilities include; The Use of Multi User Telephone Outlets
Equipment Rooms (ERs) and specification that
TIA 1179 Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) should be (MUTOs): The standard does not recommend
TIA/EIA-568 sized at 12 m2 (130 ft2) or larger. the use of MUTOs for new construction, but
EN 50173-2 states that MUTOs may be advantageous for
IEEE 802.3 the renovation of existing Healthcare Facilities
Cabling Practices:
ISO/IEC 24702 in areas where any significant collection of
A minimum of two diverse pathways to be equipment or commodities are moved or
TIA-1179 details considerations specific to the
provided between Entrance Facilities (EFs), frequently reconfigured by the users.
healthcare telecommunications infrastructure
Telecommunications Rooms (TRs) and
environment and specifies ANSI/TIA/EIA-568
Telecommunications Enclosures (TEs) - for
compliant cabling & products. Covering a Security and Segregation:
critical care areas.
suite of requirements including backbone Recommendations in place in relation to
and horizontal cabling, extended distances, the use of segregated networks to ensure
cabling topologies, pathway management Work Area Location:
adequate support of life and safety protocols.
in equipment rooms/work areas and overall There are no expectations that outlets should The standard recommends considering the
transmission performance, the standard be located together but consideration should use of colored cables, colored jacks or keyed
expands on typical expectations while be given to the various functional requirements connectivity to maintain segregation.
maintaining conformity to industry guidelines for each outlet. For example, while commercial
on planning and installation through to building standards place outlets at 450mm
Grounding and Bonding:
administration. above the finished floor, outlets in Healthcare
Facilities may best be located at bedside height It is expected that grounding and bonding
The standard covers the needs of small to
to support patient monitoring, nurse call and within Healthcare Facilities shall meet the
medium clinics and hospitals as well as the
other systems. requirements of ANSI/TIA/EIA-568 C.0 and
larger research facilities and hospital campus
ANSI-J-STD-607-A.
environments. Included within the scope is
specific but not limited to pharmaceutical Work Area Outlet density:
and medical inventory management, Radio Environmental Considerations:
The recommendations for higher outlet
frequency identification, Business access/ TIA-1179 recognizes that some locations
densities are based on the functional
security and nurse call systems. The unique in Healthcare Facilities may be sensitive to
requirements at each location. Commercial
requirements within these environments are atmospheric contamination, high levels of EMI,
building standards recommend only a
typified when considering the definition of the radiation, high temperature, chemicals, etc.
minimum of two work area outlets. This
work area. To minimize these effects, it is recommended
standard calls for 2 to 6 outlets, or ports in
The needs of telecommunication infrastructure a low-density work area; 6 to 12 outlets in that the installation should be compatible with
in the facilities/operations area will vary when medium-density work areas; and more than 14 the surrounding environment. ANSI/TIA/
compared to A&E or critical care areas for outlets in high-density work areas. EIA-568 M.I.C.E classifications should be taken
example. Each location is characterized per into consideration.
number of outlets - as low, medium or high
Recognized Transmission Media:
density across patient services, operating Harsh Environment Protection:
rooms, treatment rooms, nurse stations Given the mission critical nature of attached
devices and systems within healthcare facilities, The standard does not specify what
etc. The need for redundancy is driving the
Brand-Rex recommend that the installation components to use for harsh environments
number of outlets but many of these work-area
should utilize the highest performing cable and subject to impact, humidity, strong
spaces must be equipped to handle multiple
connectivity to provide the longest possible disinfectants, harsh cleaners or wash downs.
temporary connections.
lifecycle and optimize return on investment. It does however specify that cabling solutions,
The standard supports this and stipulates the design and installation methods compatible
use of OM3/OM4 fibre and Cat 6A as a minimum with the environment should be selected in
requirement for new build. order to support adequate performance in
these areas during operation; again ANSI/TIA/
EIA-568 M.I.C.E classifications should be taken
Infection Control Requirements (ICR):
into consideration.
Labeling spaces are recommended subject
to ICR. The standard also states that TEs may
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WHY BRAND-REX
Exceeding standards compliance from TIA Healthcare facilities are far more complex The focus on reliability, increased density and
1179, TIA/EIA-568 to EN 50173-2 at cable and than commercial buildings. Recognizing modularity during installation and throughout
component level is achieved through stringent this, Brand-Rex solutions are designed to the life of the project is paramount. Superior
design, manufacturing and operational support clinical and non-clinical services and consistent performance is achieved using
processes, enabling us to offer the highest across an extensive range of work areas process capability to control the repeatability
performance and quality our customers have and unique requirements. It is critical that and consistency of the manufacturing process
come to expect. infrastructure design supports current and to ensure long-term reliability and optimal
future applications. The use of Brand-Rex application performance. For additional peace
blown fibre technology ensures that. of mind our systems are supported by our
Superior performance leading 25 year system warranty.
References
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However, we reserve the right to modify details without notice in the light of subsequent
Standard / Specification changes and ongoing technical developments.
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