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ANIXTER Showcase 2016

Nokia and U.S. Cellular test 5G technologies for fixed wireless

Nokia and U.S. Cellular said today they have collaborated to test 5G in North America and demonstrate 5G fixed wireless in both indoor and outdoor environments. As a result, the companies added they have proved how a next-generation network can provide faster speeds and lower latency for U.S. Cellular's customers. » Read More

Dell survey shows majority of firms in dark about Europe’s GDPR

Dell today announced results of a global survey on the European Union’s new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), revealing that organizations ‒ both SMBs and large enterprises ‒ lack general awareness of the requirements of the new regulation, how to prepare for it, and the impact of non-compliance on data security and business outcomes. » Read More

2,000 attendees expected at Canadian Wireless Trade Show

The sixth annual Canadian Wireless Trade Show slated for the Toronto Congress Centre Oct. 26-27 is expected to attract 100 North American exhibitors and some 2,000 attendees to share what organizers describe as the “latest innovations in wireless technology and prepare for what’s next in mobility.” » Read More
 
 
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Superior Essex

Indoor/outdoor configurations added to Superior Essex cable line

Superior Essex recently launched Indoor/Outdoor CMR/CMX configurations of its PowerWise 1 Gigabit 4-pair Power-over Ethernet (4PPoE) cable, which the company says are designed to meet the high power and data demands of Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) applications.
Utilizing 22 AWG copper conductors, PowerWise 1G 4PPoE cable delivers 60 Watts of power to PoE-enabled devices with 97% power efficiency and 100 Watts of power at 88% power efficiency, while also supporting 1 Gigabit data transmission.
According to the company, in spaces with hundreds of PoE devices, this unparalleled power efficiency can yield an energy savings of thousands of kilowatt hours per year, which translates to thousands of dollars in saved utility costs. Additionally, PowerWise 1G 4PPoE cable maintains the lowest temperature rise in large cable bundles, ensuring reliable power and data transmission in high-density installations and further improving system energy efficiency. » Read More
Celliboost

Platinum Tools’ Tor cable jacket stripper and slitter now shipping

Platinum Tools recently launched the Tor Cable Jacket Stripper and Slitter, an adjustable heavy-duty cable stripping and slitting tool for all insulation types used in today’s cables. Features include tool-less interchangeable cable clamps, giving it a cable capacity up to 1.5 in. / 40mm. Tor has been tested to more than 100,000 cycles, the company says.
Easy to use, Tor has positive locking positions for circular, lengthways and spiral (apple peel) strips. Its blade automatically returns to its starting position at the end of a strip, reducing the possibility of broken blades.
With a suggested list price of US$90, additional features and specifications include:
• Ergonomic: well-balanced design to ease raising the cable clamp
• Eyelet built in base of tool for attaching a lanyard
• Size (L x W x H): 6.57 in x 1.46 in. x 1.2 in (167 mm x 37 mm x 30.5 mm)
• Weight: 0.26lb. / 116 gr. » Read More
 
Events 
 
Connections+

Canadian Wireless Trade Show

Oct. 26-27
Location: Toronto, Ont. » Read More

iTech

Nov. 17
Location: Toronto, Ont. » Read More

BICSI Winter Conference 2017

Jan. 22-26
Location: Tampa, Fla. » Read More