About our company
In brief
ORC has carved out a position as a global partner for all needs related to the resource-efficient reuse of used modules and systems from all established telecommunications equipment manufacturers. The company supplies a host of individual services in technology retail, refurbishment and testing. At ORC, we address our customers’ needs with professionalism, expertise and flexibility, and customize tailored solution packages from our wide array of services and products. The company was founded in 2009 and currently employs 24 members of staff. ORC has a warehouse spanning approx. 6100 m² and a test laboratory around 1100 m² in area. The company’s headquarters are at Bruchsal (near Karlsruhe).
Quality philosophy
ORC observes the highest quality standards in all areas of its operations. Our Technical Department is made up of engineers, technicians and electronics experts who combine in-depth professional qualifications with extensive expertise in practice. The members of our Commercial Department likewise have years of experience in the industry. Seamless end-to-end documentation of internal processes is a core of quality assurance at ORC. In all processes related to testing environment, testing technology and testing methods, ORC complies with current generally recognized standards and applies highly intensive and thorough testing to all systems and components.
This quality approach results in the FULLY TESTED seal, awarded by ORC to its refurbished and tested equipment. The seal of quality also includes a full warranty on functions of a minimum of two years, significantly above the average for the industry. In addition, ORC regularly invites inspection of its quality management processes by recognized impartial bodies; In July 2012, the company was awarded certification under DIN EN ISO 9001:2008 by TÜV Hessen.
Customer structure
ORC has established a clear-cut position in all areas of telecommunications technology. Our primary customer categories include national and international operators of telecommunications networks, manufacturers of communications technology, communications technology integrators and Internet service providers (ISPs).
ORC GmbH – Optical Refurbishment Center specializes in purchase, sale and professional refurbishment of used telecommunications modules, components and systems. Our portfolio spans technologies including SDH/SONET; NGN; OTN; xWDM; Carrier Ethernet etc. All components undergo extensive testing and inspection in our in-house testing laboratory. As part of its services, ORC safeguards customers’ supply of spare parts and components after the manufacturers’ end-of-life announcements. Whatever the specific service involved, ORC builds close trust-based partnerships with its customers and strives to maintain long-term relationships.