One-Dyas N05-A: Advanced Thermal and Optical Camera Surveillance Offshore

A partnership between One-Dyas, Honeywell and Dexter

The Project

Reliable monitoring is essential for the One-Dyas N05-A offshore project. Operating in the challenging environment of the North Sea requires robust surveillance solutions capable of supporting the safe and efficient monitoring of offshore installations, including areas where potentially explosive atmospheres may be present.

These environments demand camera systems that deliver high-quality imagery while meeting the relevant requirements for hazardous-area applications. Reliability, ruggedness and seamless integration into the overall control and surveillance infrastructure are key considerations.

Understanding the End User’s Requirements

Developing the right solution starts with a clear understanding of the end user’s operational and technical requirements.

For the N05-A project, One-Dyas, system integrator Honeywell and Dexter work together to align the surveillance requirements with the technical capabilities of the proposed camera systems.

This collaborative approach focuses on the practical needs of the installation: which areas require monitoring, what level of visual detail is needed, and which certification and environmental requirements must be met in the offshore environment.

By combining Honeywell’s system integration expertise with Dexter’s specialist knowledge of CCTV solutions for hazardous areas, the project requirements can be translated into a suitable technical solution.

The Solution: ATEX-Certified Dual Thermal and Optical PTZ Cameras

The solution centers on ATEX-certified dual PTZ cameras featuring both thermal and optical imaging capabilities.

Combining two imaging technologies in a single camera system provides a versatile approach to offshore surveillance.

• Optical imaging: delivers detailed visual images for identifying objects and remotely inspecting equipment and installations.
• Thermal imaging: detects temperature differences and makes heat sources visible, providing additional monitoring capabilities when conventional visual imaging alone may be insufficient.
• PTZ functionality: enables operators to pan, tilt and zoom remotely, allowing flexible observation of different areas of the installation.
• ATEX certification: supports deployment in the explosive-atmosphere zones covered by the certification of the specific camera model and configuration.

The combination of thermal and optical imaging provides complementary visual information, supporting the remote observation of critical equipment and offshore operations.

The Strength of the Partnership

Successful offshore surveillance requires more than selecting the right hardware. Close cooperation between the end user, system integrator and specialist camera supplier is equally important.

One-Dyas provides the operational perspective and defines the requirements arising from the installation and its intended use.

Honeywell, as system integrator, contributes its expertise in technical coordination and integration within the agreed system architecture.

Dexter provides specialist knowledge of CCTV for hazardous areas and supports the selection of camera solutions aligned with the application requirements and relevant certification standards.

By involving the different parties in aligning the requirements, the project benefits from a collaborative approach in which operational needs, camera technology and system integration are considered together.

The Result: Surveillance Tailored to Offshore Requirements

The combination of thermal and optical PTZ technology offers flexible surveillance capabilities for offshore installations. When supported by the appropriate certification, technical configuration and system integration, these camera systems can form a valuable part of a reliable surveillance solution in demanding industrial environments.

The N05-A project highlights the importance of collaboration and application-specific expertise. By aligning the end user’s requirements with Honeywell’s integration capabilities and Dexter’s hazardous-area CCTV knowledge, the partners work towards a solution tailored to the demands of offshore operations.

Dexter – your specialist in CCTV for hazardous areas. Working together with our partners, we deliver surveillance solutions for the most demanding industrial and offshore environments.