June 16, 2011 – ZTE Corp. says it will supply GPON fiber to the home (FTTH) equipment for BelTelecom’s national broadband network project in Belarus. The multi-phase project will cover all the seven regions of the country, including the capital of Minsk. BelTelecom expects to use the FTTH network to provide data and HDTV video [...]
May 10, 2011 – AFL is releasing the M200 OTDR with a new User Interface (UI), version 2.0, with improved features that simplify use and reduces training time and testing errors. Complete jobs more quickly and accurately! New features of the User Interface 2.0 include: * Pass/Fail thresholds compliant with TIA/ISO/user-defined values to alert test [...]
April 26, 2011 – Vytran, a leading supplier of optical fiber splicing and processing solutions, has hired Giorgio Giaretta as Vice President of Research and Development. Giaretta brings to Vytran more than 15 years of experience developing innovative products for the telecommunications and display industries. “Giorgio Giaretta has a successful history of managing technical teams [...]
The Noyes OFS 300 from AFL Telecommunications is a versatile optical fiber scope with precision 200X magnification. This handheld and rugged scope is perfect for inspecting optical fiber connectors for scratches, dirt, or other problems normally associated with poor transmission performance.
The Noyes OFL 250 from AFL Telecommunications is a single-mode OTDR with an integrated Optical Power Meter (OPM), Laser Source (OLS), and Visual Fault Locator (VFL) in a handheld package weighing only 0.8 kg (1.7 lb). With short dead zone and mid-range dynamic range performance, the OFL 250 is ideal for testing optical fibers in service provider metro areas and FTTx networks.
The Noyes M200 from AFL Telecommunications offers unmatched OTDR capabilities in a handheld package weighing less than 1 kg (2 lb). Multimode, Single-mode, and ‘QUAD’ wavelength models are offered. With short dead zone and intermediate range specifications, the M200 is ideal for Tier 2 testing of premises (building and campus) networks or certification and troubleshooting of FTTX PON networks. And its bright, transflective display makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor operation.
March 31, 2011 – M2 Optics Inc., a leading provider of optical fiber testing platforms, is now offering Corning LEAF fiber with a lower loss specification in any of their portable or rack-mount enclosures for a variety of long-haul testing applications. Available by request, it is the latest option in a wide variety of single [...]
AFL has launched advanced splicing seminars intended for industry engineers and professionals, as well as university students, engaged in fiber optic activities involving splicing and for those interested in learning more about fusion splicing technology and methods. The seminars, which will take place around the US, will include: Explanation of splicing system observation and fiber [...]
February 10, 2011 – Extron Electronics’ line of fiber-optic cabling products such as cable, connectors, termination tools, and test equipment extends the company’s line of fiber-optic products. The cabling system joins Extron’s existing line of extenders, matrix switchers, and distribution amplifiers for audio/video (A/V) and control signaling. Plenum-rated, bend-insensitive fiber-optic cable as well as factory-terminated [...]
The Sumitomo Type-65 Micro-Mass fusion splicer sets a new standard for reduced size and weight, and is designed for complete portability. Type-65 can be used for all types of ribbon and single-fiber splicing with an optimum arrangement for ease of use in aerial and taut-sheath applications.
