Who is Proximion?
Proximion is a technology leader in fiber-optic and photonic systems. We design and manufacture high-performance modules, sensors, and optical components that enable precision measurement, signal control, and data transmission across multiple industries. Our expertise in Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology and optical dispersion management has made us a trusted supplier to global telecommunications providers, industrial operators, and research institutions.
What industries does Proximion serve?
Our products are used across a broad range of markets, including:
- Telecommunications and quantum communications
- Manufacturing and industrial processing
- Aerospace and defence
- Medical and life sciences
- Energy and power generation
- Chemical and cryogenic process industries
- Civil and structural engineering
- Scientific and research laboratories
Our products are usually designed and manufactured to meet a customer’s specific needs, meaning they can have applications in almost any market sector.
Where is Proximion based?
Proximion is headquartered in Sweden, with a global network of partners and clients across Europe, Asia, and North America. We support customers worldwide with design consultation, product customization, and technical assistance.
What is Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology?
A Fiber Bragg Grating is a periodic variation in the refractive index of an optical fiber that reflects specific wavelengths of light while transmitting others. By precisely controlling this reflection, FBGs can measure physical parameters such as strain, temperature, and pressure — or manage optical properties such as dispersion in communication systems.
How does Proximion manufacture its optical components?
All FBG-based products are designed and produced in-house using advanced UV inscription and proprietary fabrication techniques. This gives Proximion complete control over spectral characteristics, ensuring each module meets exact performance and environmental stability requirements.
What makes Proximion’s products different from others on the market?
- Continuous-band FBG technology for superior dispersion compensation and slope management.
- Ultra-low insertion loss and high-power tolerance for long-haul transmission.
- Passive, EMI-immune sensors that work reliably in high-voltage or high-temperature environments.
- Customization — each product can be tailored to wavelength, bandwidth, packaging, and environmental specifications.
What are Dispersion Compensation Modules (DCMs)?
Proximion’s DCMs correct chromatic dispersion in optical fibers, ensuring signals remain synchronized over long distances. They are essential in DWDM and coherent optical systems operating at high data rates.
What are Dispersion Emulation Modules (DEMs)?
DEMs replicate the effects of dispersion in a controlled environment, allowing network engineers and equipment manufacturers to test system performance and resilience before deployment.
How does Proximion support quantum communication systems?
Our dispersion-optimized optical components extend the signal reach of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems while preserving photon integrity. These solutions help bridge the gap between experimental quantum setups and commercial-scale secure networks.
What types of fiber-optic sensors does Proximion provide?
Proximion offers sensors for temperature, strain, vibration, load, heat flux, and chemical reactions. Our systems range from distributed sensing along kilometres of fiber to multiplexed FBG arrays for point-based measurements.
Where are these sensors typically used?
They are deployed in industrial manufacturing, aerospace, energy generation, civil engineering, and process industries to monitor stress, temperature, and environmental conditions in real time.
How are Proximion sensors read or interrogated?
Our sensors connect to Proximion interrogators, which use tunable lasers or broadband sources to measure wavelength shifts precisely. The resulting data can be integrated with SCADA, PLC, or network management systems.
Does Proximion supply products for research applications?
Yes. We design ultrafast optical pulse systems, laser amplification modules, and microwave photonic filters for laboratories and advanced research facilities. These systems support experiments in nonlinear optics, spectroscopy, radar, and quantum communication.
Can Proximion products be customized for specific research requirements?
Absolutely. We routinely collaborate with universities and research institutions to build custom FBGs, sensors, and optical assemblies optimized for wavelength range, bandwidth, and environmental conditions.
Are Proximion products tested and certified?
Yes. All products undergo full spectral, mechanical, and thermal validation before delivery. Manufacturing is conducted under ISO-certified quality systems, and performance traceability is maintained for every unit.
What environmental conditions can your sensors and modules withstand?
Our components are designed for long-term operation under vibration, high or low temperatures, electromagnetic interference, and mechanical stress. Cryogenic versions function accurately at temperatures below 10 K.
Does Proximion offer engineering support or integration assistance?
Yes. Our engineering teams provide technical consultation throughout the product lifecycle — from design and specification to integration, calibration, and maintenance.
How can I request a quotation or technical datasheet?
You can contact our sales and technical team directly via www.proximion.com/contact. Provide details of your application, desired wavelength range, or sensing parameters, and we will recommend the most suitable configuration.
What is the lead time for customized products?
Lead time depends on the complexity of customization and current production schedules. Standard components are typically available within a few weeks, while bespoke FBG modules or sensor systems are quoted individually.
