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CommScope AR pilot puts whole new spin on cable admin tasks

CommScope today said it recently demonstrated augmented reality (AR) capabilities with its imVision automated infrastructure management offering, which will allow IT personnel to physically “see” what’s going on in their local area networks.


APOLAN says POL a critical piece in smart building digital transformation

The Association for Passive Optical LAN (APOLAN) has created a roadmap for how POL can streamline an organization's smart building digital transformation to keep pace with the massive growth in Internet of Things (IoT) and mobility applications.


IBM launches its first 'skinny' mainframe based on single-frame design

IBM announced its first “skinny” mainframe -- the IBM z14 Model ZR1 and IBM LinuxONE Rockhopper II, the latest addition to its line of Z14 mainframe technology announced in 2017. The new systems are cloud-ready and feature a 19-inch industry standard, single-frame design allowing for easy placement into cloud data centers and for private cloud environments, the company said in a release.
 
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BerkTek - Nexans

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Belden Inc.

MS-TestPro certified to support Belden’s 4K UHD media cables

Belden Inc. has approved MSolutions’ hand-held tester, MS-TestPro, as one of the first authorized devices for testing its new 4K Ultra-High-Definition (UHD) Media Cables, 2183P (plenum) and 2183R (riser).
According to a Belden press release, a new cable testing profile on the MS-TestPro for Belden 4K UHD Media Cables provides installers with all the information they need to measure and assess cable performance in the field, ensuring the complete integrity of HDBaseT installations.
Using the MS-TestPro, installers can generate cable certification reports that document link status and serve as quality validation for Belden’s PartnerAlliance HDBaseT Warranty. According to MSolutions, by following a simple process that takes only a few seconds, any installer can collect the testing data in the field from local and remote modules, and store it in the MS-TestPro’s memory or download it to a device.
Belden’s 4K UHD Media Cables are specifically designed to deliver 4K content over HDBaseT up to 100 m, support HDBaseT 5Pla and carry the UL 4299 Power Over HDBaseT (PoH) certification in a small and flexible design.
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AFL

AFL launches heavy duty outside Plant MicroCore Cable

AFL recently launched the LMHD-series MicroCore fiber optic cable is designed for use in standard HDPE ducts, aerial messenger systems and bundled micro-duct pathways. According to the company, it is a loose tube cable product line with cable diameters up to 50% smaller than traditional loose tube cables and a 600 pound load-rating, making it highly versatile for use in most outside plant cable installations.
The cable can be pulled into standard HDPE ducts and, because of its small diameter, can be jetted into popular bundled micro-duct pathways. Minimum pathway inside diameters range from 13 mm to 20 mm. When applications require a transition from underground to aerial, the LMHD-series cables can be lashed to aerial messenger wires using standard outside plant cable lashing equipment and techniques.
The fiber optic cables consist of kink-resistant buffer tubes which reduce time and handling issues. Applications include long haul, local loop FTTx, campus backbone connections for 10G, 40G and 100G network transmission speeds. Available in 12 to 432 fibers, the cable designs are Telcordia GR-20 and IEC 60794-5-10 compliant.
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Graybar - Fluke Networks

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Events 
 

CommTech East 2018

April 16-18
Location: Mississauga, Ont.
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Internet of Things World

May 14-17
Location: Santa Clara, Calif.
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CommTech West 2018

May 15-17
Location: Calgary, Alta.
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