Offshore technology capabilities
WaveCom - WaveCom is an affordable digital trunked radio system that provides comprehensive coverage to all current and future wind farm locations throughout the world. Designed to ensure complete radio coverage for offshore renewable sites, WaveCom can easily connect with other radio systems, including Marine and Airband. As a comprehensive solution for offshore renewable energy, WaveCom has the capability to extend its coverage both onshore and offshore, as required.
Site Surveys - We have a team of skilled Radio Frequency (RF) design engineers who can create comprehensive desktop propagation models. By leveraging our expertise and our crew transfer vessels (CTVs), we can conduct offshore communication site surveys and site acceptance tests worldwide.
MetOcean - Design and deployment of MetOcean systems, including Radac Wave radar units capable of detecting wave direction, height, period and tide. These radar units can be integrated with anemometers to provide wind speed, direction and temperature data, which is displayed on a customised dashboard alongside the wave radar data using our proprietary software package.
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Video Management - Our CCTV video management systems provide a comprehensive and flexible video surveillance solution for businesses, with advanced analytics, mobile access, and reliable performance, among other benefits.
Long Tern Evolution (LTE) Systems - An LTE system provides a reliable, high-speed, and cost-effective communication solution for offshore wind farms, improving safety, reducing downtime, enhancing operational efficiency, and enabling welfare and IoT applications.
Atmospheres Explosibles (ATEX) Portable Radios and Repeaters - We can offer all other types of radio and repeater systems. We also offer a fast, reliable repair service and replacement accessories. We can supply Hytera or Motorola radios for short-term or long-term hires. Moreover, we supply speaker microphones, earpieces, ear defenders and many more types of accessories to meet your requirements.
Offshore Radios
Industry-standard digital handheld ATEX radios
We have built an extensive hire fleet of ATEX and conventional radios and can service and repair any radio that is currently in use. We can also supply for sale or hire the FRX-1 ATEX portable radio repeater which can greatly increase radio coverage in hazardous environments.
ATEX Hire Pack
- ATEX Motorola DP4401 handheld radio
- Spare battery
- ATEX leather case
- Motorola ATEX fist mic (optional)
- ATEX Peltor ear defenders & Push to Talk (PTT) protection (optional)
- 6-way charger or single chargers (optional)
MetOcean Systems
We specialise in the design and deployment of MetOcean systems, which includes Radac Wave radar units capable of detecting wave direction, height, period, and tide. These radar units can be integrated with anemometers to provide wind speed, direction, and temperature data, which is displayed on a customised dashboard alongside the wave radar data using our proprietary software package.
Our team of GWO qualified engineers can install MetOcean systems offshore anywhere in the world. Their expertise has already been put to use on the Moray East Offshore Windfarm, where a MetOcean system has improved operational efficiency and significantly reduced operational costs for the wind farm.
Key Benefits
- Increased operational efficiency and maximised use of weather windows, allowing for more efficient and effective operations.
- Safe personnel transfer and access to turbine platforms from service vessels, ensuring the safety of personnel in harsh offshore environments.
- Real-time monitoring of wave direction, height, period, and tide, allowing for timely decision-making based on accurate data.
- Real-time monitoring of wind speed, direction, and temperature, providing critical meteorological data for offshore operations.
- A bespoke customer-based dashboard, tailored to meet specific customer requirements.
- Design and consultancy services, ensuring the MetOcean system meets customer needs and operational requirements.
- Offshore installation of the system by GWO qualified engineers, with project management and delivery provided by FernCom.
- Maintenance of the MetOcean system to ensure continued reliable operation and maximum uptime.
WaveCom Systems
Put simply, WaveCom is a digital voice communications system.
WaveCom is an affordable digital trunked radio system that provides comprehensive coverage to all current and future wind farm locations throughout the world. Designed to ensure complete radio coverage for offshore renewable sites, WaveCom can easily connect with other radio systems, including Marine and Airband.
As a comprehensive solution for offshore renewable energy, WaveCom has the capability to extend its coverage both onshore and offshore, as required.
Key Benefits
- WaveCom offers interconnectivity with other radio systems, including Marine and Airband, providing flexibility and seamless communication.
- With WaveCom, you can extend radio coverage to existing and future offshore renewable sites, ensuring reliable and efficient communication.
- State-of-the-art WaveCom digital base stations are strategically located and maintained by our expert team at Fern Communications for maximum uptime and performance.
CCTV Systems
We can provide onshore and offshore CCTV systems to suit your requirements.
Our video management systems provide a comprehensive and flexible video surveillance solution for businesses, with advanced analytics, mobile access, and reliable performance, among other benefits. Furthermore, our engineers have designed and deployed CCTV systems for offshore wind farms both in the UK & Europe, with the help of our GWO-trained engineers who have extensive expertise in design, installation and maintenance.
Key Benefits
- Centralised management of up to 200,000 cameras
- Customisable user interface
- System scalable depending on surveillance needs
- Advanced analytics capabilities
- Mobile access for real-time monitoring
- Integration with other security systems
- Reliable performance
- Complies with industry standards and regulations
- Maintenance and automated monitoring of the CCTV system