Electromagnetic shielding is the process of limiting the penetration of electromagnetic fields into a space, by blocking them with a barrier made of adequate material. Typically it is applied to rooms or enclosures, separating electrical devices from the ‘outside world’, and to cables, separating wires from the environment the cables run through.

Typical LOW FREQUENCY Sources (those generating interference from 0Hz to 30KHz) are: Transformers, Power cables, DC motors, etc. can become very harmful to electronic equipment and are reported to cause serious human illnesses (i.e. tumors, cancer, etc). IT Equipments are limited by the Standard IEC/EN 55024 standars to an exposure of max. 1.25 uT. Above this field, hard disks ca be de-magnetized, and other electronic components can malfunction and accelerate its degradation. Shielding can reduce the coupling of radio waves, electromagnetic fields and electrostatic fields. The amount of reduction depends very much upon the material used, its thickness, the size of the shielded volume and the frequency (usually differentiated between low and high) of the fields of interest and the size, shape and orientation of apertures in a shield to an incident electromagnetic field.

AST has developed a specific technology "SMART SHIELD" that through the use of a hybrid material solution provides a modular solution for EMF protection.

Electromagnetic shielding helps to reduce electromagnetic pollution in the environment, similar to the actions that are taken to reduce noise or light pollution. In the long term, this translates to great benefits for society and the environment.

Similarly, considering protection for electronic equipment, let’s suppose the fall of the systems of a company that manages purchases worth 3500 / h. This involves the loss of 14,000 € for a drop of 4h without evaluating the costs for poor performance of applications, data corruption and damage to the company image.

Certification
SMART SHIELD owns a certificate from an independent organization (TÜV) regarding product electromagnetic shielding effectiveness.

Overlapping System
SMART SHIELD offers an exclusive overlapping solution to provide an effective and easy installation. This patented solution reduces discontinuity leakage to the minimum in the junctions between plates.

Double shielding effect
AST electromagnetic shielding solution consists on a hybrid technology that provides a excellent quality/price performance. Thanks to the combination of high permeability and high conductivity alloys a double effect is produced in EMF absorption minimizing residual magnetic fields.

Additionally, AST:
• Provides an electromagnetic shielding audit, measuring and consulting services for low and high frequency, covering frequencies from 0 - 1 Thz
• Executes turnkey projects and solutions tailored to suit the needs of its customers
• Runs consulting services to design the most appropriate solution to every situation or need.