Volktek Helps Detect Aircraft Routine to Avoid Crash Risk

Enhancing ADLS Performance with Robust Industrial Connectivity

Wind farms require precise communication infrastructure to support the Aircraft Detection Lighting System (ADLS)—a safety-critical solution that uses radar to detect aircraft and ensure FAA-compliant obstruction lighting. To reinforce safety and improve data transmission reliability, the airport deployed the Volktek Woodpecker 9015-8GT2GS-I, a rugged industrial switch engineered for mission-critical environments.


Reliable Networking for Harsh Wind Farm Conditions


Built to operate from –40°C to 75°C, the Woodpecker 9015-8GT2GS-I delivers stable performance across distributed devices such as SCADA systems, PLCs, HMIs, radar towers, turbines, and remote control rooms. Its 8× Gigabit RJ45 ports enable fast data exchange for real-time monitoring, while 2× GbE SFP uplinks provide long-distance fiber connectivity across the wind farm.


Key Advantages for ADLS Operations


1. Unified Device Integration

Ensures seamless communication between all operational components, improving situational awareness and system response.

2. High-Efficiency Data Transmission

Maintains stable, low-latency communication necessary for real-time ADLS activation and status reporting.

3. Extreme Weather Resilience

Industrial-grade design minimizes downtime and ensures consistent ADLS functionality, even in challenging outdoor environments.


Supporting Safer Skies with Smarter Connectivity


The Woodpecker 9015-8GT2GS-I strengthens wind farm operational reliability while supporting critical ADLS safety measures.


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