Nortech Systems Launches Power over Fiber Technology Platform

New solution delivers reliable power and data through optical fiber, eliminating electrical noise and providing EMI immunity

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:35pm

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A highly detailed, glowing 3D macro illustration of a power transmission module or fiber optic cable infrastructure, illuminated by neon cyan and magenta lights, conceptually representing Nortech's advanced Power over Fiber technology.Nortech's Power over Fiber platform delivers reliable power and data through optical fiber, providing EMI immunity and a more sustainable solution for mission-critical applications.Minneapolis Today

Nortech Systems Incorporated, a leading provider of design and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical devices and electromechanical systems, has announced the launch of its Power over Fiber technology platform. The new platform addresses engineering challenges by delivering reliable power and data through optical fiber cable, eliminating the need for a separate local power source and providing electromagnetic interference (EMI) immunity, electrical isolation, and a lighter, more sustainable solution for long-distance power delivery across mission-critical applications.

Why it matters

Nortech's Power over Fiber platform solves a fundamental engineering challenge for EMI-sensitive environments by transmitting power safely through optical fiber, eliminating electrical noise and providing a secure, lightweight power solution for medical imaging, aerospace, and defense applications. This innovation directly reflects Nortech's commitment to engineering advanced, highly reliable technologies that drive mission-critical industries forward.

The details

The Power over Fiber platform offers four core advantages over conventional copper power solutions: EMI immunity and shielding, full electrical isolation, a reduced overall cable footprint, and the ability to deliver power over longer distances to remote optical components. The technology is suited to a broad range of demanding use cases, including medical diagnostic imaging systems, surgical environments, aerospace and defense applications, underwater and subsea deployments, and industrial automation applications.

  • Nortech Systems announced the launch of its Power over Fiber technology platform on April 7, 2026.

The players

Nortech Systems Incorporated

A leading provider of design and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical devices and electromechanical systems.

Jay D. Miller

CEO of Nortech Systems.

Andrew D. C. LaFrence

Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Finance at Nortech Systems.

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What they’re saying

“Our Power over Fiber platform solves a fundamental engineering challenge for EMI-sensitive environments. By transmitting power safely through optical fiber, we eliminate electrical noise and provide a secure, lightweight power solution for medical imaging, aerospace, and defense applications. This innovation directly reflects our commitment to engineering advanced, highly reliable technologies that drive mission-critical industries forward.”

— Jay D. Miller, CEO of Nortech Systems

What’s next

Nortech Systems plans to showcase its new Power over Fiber technology platform at the upcoming Photonics West conference in San Francisco in June 2026.

The takeaway

Nortech's Power over Fiber platform represents a significant advancement in power delivery technology, providing a more reliable, sustainable, and EMI-immune solution for mission-critical applications in industries like medical, aerospace, and defense. This innovation highlights Nortech's engineering expertise and commitment to solving complex challenges through fiber optic innovation.