The recent FTTH Conference in Amsterdam saw CommScope introduce its new FIST Modular Splice Closure that assists network operators with building a fibre foundation for future networks.
The new 3M Expanded Beam Optical Connector System is a scalable single and multimode interconnect system for data centre applications.
Emtelle’s latest launch, HomeConnect is a pre-connectorised cabling system that can be installed for both internal and external use.
The recent BICSI Winter Conference and Exhibition saw Sticklers launch an all-encompassing kit that contains everything required to clean and inspect fibre optics.
Furukawa Electric’s Fitel S185 series of Fusion Splicers is specifically designed for splicing specialty optical fibres used in optical components, fiber lasers, and optical sensors.
AFL has introduced a new range of high-fibre-count indoor/outdoor plenum tight buffered cables. Designed to be ideal for campus environments, the helically-stranded design is available from 36 to 72 fibres. The sub-units and outer sheath contain a UV stabiliser and anti-fungus protection for use in outdoor applications.
Blown fibre and ducted network solutions provider, Emtelle has revealed a new 24-fibre bundle solution at Broadband World Forum 2018 in Berlin.
Now available from Prysmian Group is the Karona Overblow System, which is designed to aid installation of high-density optical fibre cable into pre-existing sub-ducted routes that contain existing legacy cable.
ECOC 2018 was the platform from which Fujikura Europe introduced the latest addition to its fusion splicer product line, the 41S.
By working wirelessly with the new CT50 fibre cleaver, the splicer improves installation time as well as cost. Designed for FTTX, data centre, LAN and access applications, the future-proof smart splicer has active v-groove alignment and boasts innovative features in a compact and robust package. It has been upgraded from its predecessor, the 22S, and can now deliver accurate core splice loss estimation.
Malfunctions or failures in optical backbone networks are the nightmare of any network operator and can result in nerve-wracking and often costly repairs. Insertion loss, return loss and the ability to withstand high power densities are decisive criteria that should be considered when selecting the suitable connector.
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In the Spring edition of Fibre Systems, we looked at how to recruit and retain great telecoms talent, but what about once the recruitment process is complete?
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Keely Portway reviews some of the ways optical sensing has been used in communications for complementary applications
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A look at the market for optical fibre cables and some of the products and solutions available
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Abigail Williams provides a market update on fibre network deployments in the Asia Pacific region
Keely Portway discovers how the decision-making process for network architects, designers– and anyone involved in the design and deployment of FTTH networks – could be greatly simplified when it comes to choosing PON technology
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Gemma Church evaluates why spectral efficiency is an important but often overlooked performance criterion
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Keely Portway highlights some of the key developments from the first physical FTTH Conference in two years
Keely Portway reports on the popular Market Watch panel that took place at OFC 2022, focusing on the current state of the optical market
