Posted under Fitel, Fusion Splicers
The S121 series of fusion splicers from Fitel are the first fully functional fusion splicers designed specifically for fiber-to-the-home applications. At nearly 1/3 the size of regular fusions splicers, the T-shaped units can be operated in space-constrained areas using only one hand. Designed for a minimum excess fiber length, these splicers feature fully automatic fiber feed, alignment, splicing arc, and tension test. All splicing operations can be monitored for accuracy using an integrated CCD camera and a 2.5-inch LCD display.
Posted under Anritsu, OTDR
The Anritsu CMA5000 Optical Time Domain Reflectometer allows you to test Gigabit Ethernet, DWDM, SONET, OTDR, ORL, PMD, and CD all with the same easy-to-use multi-layer test platform.
Posted under Industry News
15 MAY 2009 – Ericsson has signed a contract to further develop and manage an operator-neutral city network in Hudiksvall, Sweden. It is the first time Ericsson has taken on both expansion and operation of a city network. The city network is the foundation for a communications environment that Hudiksvall is building to promote economic [...]
Posted under Industry News
MAY 8, 2009 — Transceiver market research company LightCounting’s first Technology Review Report examines the key trends driving optical transceivers use, led by growth in Internet traffic. The report also provides a review of the core technologies needed to meet the continual requirement for faster, lower-power, and more compact transceivers at all points in the [...]
Posted under Industry News
MAY 5, 2009 — According to a new market forecast and analysis market and technology forecast consultancy ElectroniCast Consultants has just released, the global consumption value of fiber-optic fusion splicing equipment in 2008 was $300.1 million, down slightly from $308.2 million in 2007. However, the consumption value is forecasted to increase to $470 million in [...]
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April 30, 2009 – AFL Telecommunications has signed an agreement to purchase Draka’s Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) business based in Monchengladbach, Germany. AFL Telecommunications asserts the move positions the company as the leading OPGW manufacturer worldwide, increasing its reach in additional countries of Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. OGW is a dual-functioning cable that [...]
