Cabling Installation & Maintenance articles from March 2003

Cabling Installation & Maintenance archives from March 2003

A decade of issues. (Editorial).(Editorial)
March 1, 2003... As the cover of this month's issue indicates, we're using these pages to commemorate this publication's 10th anniversary. The first-ever issue of Cabling Installation & Maintenance (CI&M) magazine was dated March April 1993. From the beginning,...

Burgers, teenagers, and optimism for cabling's future. (Perspective).
March 1, 2003... If you really want to know where all this zaniness we call life in the 21st Century has its roots, go back no further than the debut of the first drive-up burger franchise. I kid you not. I think that understanding the evolution of the...

Standards, CSI, and residential cabling. (Ask Donna).(Donna Ballast )
March 1, 2003... To commemorate CI&M magazine's 10th anniversary, we asked our monthly columnist, Donna Ballast, to reflect on the progress she has seen in the industry over the past decade. Q: Five years ago, this magazine predicted that global cabling...

Graybar.(profile)
March 1, 2003... World Headquarters 34 N. Meramec Avenue St. Louis, MO 63105 800-825-5517 (7 am. -- 5 p.m. CT) www.graybar.com CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Robert A. Reynolds, Jr. COMPANY PROFILE ...

Superior Essex.(profile)
March 1, 2003... 150 Interstate North Pkwy. Atlanta, GA 30339-2101 Toll Free: 800.685.4887 Fax: 770.303.8807 www.superioressex.com COMPANY PROFILE SUPERIOR ESSEX is one of the largest manufacturers of wire and cable in North America...

UTP copper, multimode optical-fiber evolving at the speed of life: industry professionals examine how far we have come, where we are now, and how much further we will go. (Technology).
March 1, 2003... In the past ten years, the cabling industry has played a critical role in the rapid growth of technology. The constant need for more bandwidth fueled by high-end applications, the Internet, and e-mail--the communication method of...

Homelands Security Solutions.
March 1, 2003... Conference & Exhibition April 23 & 24, 2003 Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore, MD SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS for Counter-Terrorism We all knew that our lives would never be the same after terrorist attacks wiped out the World...

They're savvy and they know what they want: installers need to 'partner' with today's end users, who understand a lot more about cabling than they did 10 years ago. (Industry Trends).(cable installation industry )
March 1, 2003... Ten years ago, most end users knew little about structured cabling. Today, many can recite cabling standards, and know the difference between Category 5e and Category 6. Manufacturers and installers interviewed by Cabling Installation &...

OFS: Leading Optical Innovations. (Advertisement).
March 1, 2003... OFS Worldwide Headquarters: 2000 Northeast Expressway Norcross, GA 30071 www.ofsoptics.com Phone: 1-888-Fiber-Help (1-888-342-3743) or 1-770-7798-5555 COMPANY PROFILE OFS is designer, manufacturer, and supplier...

The old crystal ball proves partly cloudy: some of the predictions we made five years ago are still pending. (Predictions).
March 1, 2003... In our Fifth Anniversary issue in 1998, this publication made five bold predictions about what was to come in the cabling industry between '98 and 2003 ("Five trends to watch in premises cabling's future," July 1998, page 118). In a couple of...

Anixter unveils surveillance-over-twisted-pair system. (Industry Spotlight).
March 1, 2003... Anixter (www.anixter.com) has introduced a video-surveillance system that runs video, power, and control signals over a single unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable. Anixter says the new system, called Closed Circuit Twisted Pair, or CCTP,...

Entry-level cabling techs will be "ready for the recovery". (Industry Spotlight).
March 1, 2003... As most of us wait in angst-filled anticipation for the economy in general and the cabling market in particular to post a recovery, executives at one training company say they're not just prepared for it, they're preparing others for it as...

ERICO, Inc.
March 1, 2003... 34600 Solon Road, Solon, Ohio 44139 www.erico.com ERICO, Inc. Fixing and Fastening Business Customer Service 800-853-0878, Fax: 800-462-4797 Technical Support: 800-252-2339 Celebrating its 100th year, ERICO is a...

Eleven vendors pass Graybar's VIP Fiber qualifications. (Industry Spotlight).(cable installation industry )
March 1, 2003... Graybar (www.graybar.com) recently announced that 11 industry vendors have passed the testing and certification procedures of its VIP Fiber program. VIP Fiber is an independent laboratory-testing program for multimode optical-fiber cabling...

WLAN analysis tools. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Pro-Pack bundle from Berkeley Varitronics Systems includes the manufacturer's Yellowjacket 802.11b receiver with protective cases, Bird's Eye indoor mapping coverage software, and accessories, including the DF antenna. The package also...

Media-converter modules. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The iConverter product family now includes a 10Base-2-to-10Base-T converter, a four-port 10/100 Ethernet switch, and a redundant Ethernet fiber and UTP converter. The manufacturer says the new modules enhance flexibility to integrate legacy and...

Physical-layer management upgrade. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... Version 3.0 of PatchView features a full Web-based management solution for a network's physical layer, an enhanced interface, improved converged-network capabilities, multi-language support, and advanced visualization capabilities. Users can...

Flexible coaxial cable. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The SM Series cable is a highly flexible product that, according to the manufacturer, lets designers bypass the step of fabricating three-dimensional, semirigid drawings. The manufacturer says applications such as military guidance systems,...

Wireless gateway. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The SMC8012WG EZ Connect Wireless Cable Modem Gateway combines the functions of a cable modem, a four-port switch, and an 802.11b wireless access point in a single wall-mountable package. It has four 10/100Base.TX ports that facilitate...

Four-post frame rack. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The DataCom four-post frame rack is designed to provide the mounting security of a cabinet with the accessibility and affordability of an open-frame rack. It has a load rating of 2,500 pounds and is available in three heights: six, seven, and...

Silicone-free syringes. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... These 3-cc syringes use Leur Lock ends so they can be used with any desired dispensing tips. The syringes can be supplied individually, or with 18-, 20-, or 23-gauge dispensing needles. They are suitable for electronic and optical-fiber use....

1394b-based cable assemblies. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The IEEE 1394b cable is capable of S3200 (3.2 Gbits/sec) data rates over each of two different channels, including DC power per the IEEE 1394b-2002 standard. The interface was designed to provide at least 1,000 mating cycles, and features a...

Hook-and-loop tie wraps. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Nelco SofTie Hook-and-Loop tie wrap is a six-inch strap that is available in a variety of colors and will not damage cable, wire, or optical-fiber insulation. It is packaged on spools for easy application, the manufacturer says, with each...

Category 5e outdoor cable. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... This four-pair Category 5e cable is suitable for use in direct-buried, duct, or aerial outdoor applications. The cable's construction features a black UV- and abrasion-resistant polyolefin jacket, and a gel-filled cable core that the...

Flexible cable for factory automation. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... Flexlife-10 is a highly flexible cable that the manufacturer guarantees will perform to 10 million cycles of continuous flexing, bending, and twisting motion. It is used for power and signals to factory automation equipment. According to the...

Adapter housing. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The UBJ224-RIA is a new housing for BNC "within series" jack adapters. The housing allows ample access to the adapter in a flush-mount package, which permits an improved, clean appearance, and prevents the jack port from creating a dangerous...

Physical layer switch. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The IntellaPatch 64 physical layer switch remotely automates network connectivity tasks, such as lab setup and configuration. The switch is a solution for system integrators and test engineers who need to manage configurations between various...

25-pair Category 5e cable. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The 25-pair cable can be used with existing 50-pin RJ-21 connectors, and delivers Category 5e performance when used in a zone-cabling architecture. According to the manufacturer, this performance provides increased flexibility; whether the...

Security-monitoring console. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Quiet-Cool series security surveillance and monitoring console provides thermal and cable management, equipment access, and sound-isolation capabilities. Filtered air intakes and baffled fan exhausts coupled with air-sealing cable entries...

Handheld fusion splicer. (Premier Products).
March 1, 2003... The S121A mini handheld fusion splicer is one-third the size of the manufacturer's previous splicers, and weighs 980 grams with a 170-gram battery. The splicer automatically aligns and splices fibers with a splice time of 15 seconds. After...

Fire-rated wall pathway. (Premier Products).
March 1, 2003... EZ-Path includes self-enclosed firestopping that automatically adjusts to the cable load. It features the manufacturer's intumescent technology, and carries a two-hour UL system rating. Outside dimensions are 3x3x10.5 inches; single, duplex,...

Industrial, residential cables. (Premier Products).
March 1, 2003... DataTuff copper and TrayOptic optical-fiber cables are intended for use in industrial networks, and are designed to withstand the rigors of industrial environmental factors. The DataTuff series includes nine twisted-pair designs that meet...

Cable routing and management tool. (Premier Products).
March 1, 2003... The FastDrop cable-management system is designed to protect and organize cables, and can be mounted using tabs, screws, or clips. The manager can be mounted either horizontally or vertically. Optional hook-and-loop straps secure cables in...

Welcome to the 2003 Buyer's Guide.
March 1, 2003... Cabling Installation & Maintenance's 2003 Buyer's Guide features product information on Cabling Media, Connection & Crossconnection Devices, Splicing & Termination Equipment, Distribution & Routing Equipment, Test Equipment, Cable Protection...

Cabling Media.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... Building a communication system begins with choosing the right media. In this section of the Buyer's Guide, you'll find copper and optical-fiber cabling, as well as wireless communication devices. Coaxial cable, often used for video...

Connection & Crossconnection Devices.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... Connecting two or more cables together requires any of a number of connection-hardware types. The products detailed within the following pages are used to join similar (e.g., UTP to UTP) or dissimilar (e.g., UTP to coaxial) cable. Coaxial...

Transition Networks, Inc. (Advertisement).
March 1, 2003... 6475 City West Parkway Eden Prairie, MN 55344 USA tel: 952-941-7600 toll tree: 800-526-9267 fax: 952-941-2322 www.transition.com COMPANY PROFILE Transition Networks offers networking connectivity solutions that...

Splicing & Termination Equipment.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... In this section of the Buyer's Guide, you'll find tools and devices used to terminate cables. Some of these products, like mechanical splices and fusion splicers, are specific to optical-fiber cable. Others, like boxes and outlets, may be used...

Distribution & Routing Equipment.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... Distribution and routing equipment are designed to support cabling systems installed in such architecturally challenging places as equipment rooms and plenum air-handling spaces above ceilings. Cable-hanging hardware includes hangers,...

Test Equipment.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... If you're a cabling professional who deals with multiple media types, and who installs systems intended for several different applications, you'll need a wide range of test equipment. The products listed in this section of the Buyer's Guide...

Cable Protection & Management.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... Cabling installations have specific start and finish dates. Cabling-system management, however, never ends. And it begins during the installation process. In this section of the Buyer's Guide, you'll find information on products designed...

Specialized Equipment & Materials.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... In this section of the Buyer's Guide, you'll find important information on the products and tools that can make your installation easier and safer. Cable-pulling equipment includes cable dispensers, such as cards, caddies, and stands, as...

Services.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... With change being a constant in the cabling installation business, access to education and training services is essential. Instructors and contractors agree that installers need to be able to focus on much more than just the cable. Optical...

Manufacturer Directory. (A-H).(Directory)
March 1, 2003... A 'N D CABLE PRODUCTS 1460 Washington Blvd, Suite A-103, Concord, CA 94521 925-672-3005, Fax 925-672-0317 E-Mail sales@andcable.com, URL www.andcable.com. Manufactures Unitag, snap-on cable labeling system. Distributes...

Manufacturer Directory. (I-Z).(Directory)
March 1, 2003... ICC 16800 Edwards Rd, Cerritos, CA 90703 562-356-3111 Fax 562-356-3100 E-Mail csr@icc.com URL www.icc.com. Offers a line of network connectivity and cable management solutions for data communications and...

Distributor Directory.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... A 'N D CABLE PRODUCTS 1460 Washington Blvd, Suite 4-103, Concord, CA 94521 925-672-3005, Fax 925-672-0317, E-Mail sales@andcable.com, URL www.andcable.com. Manufactures Unitag, snap-on cable labeling system. Distributes...

Services Directory.(Directory)
March 1, 2003... A PLUS COMMUNICATIONS 2107 Adams St, New Orleans, LA 70118 504-866-2012, Fax 504-866-2013 E-Mail info@apluscommunications.net URL www.apluscommunications.net. Paul Granen - CEO Offers structured cabling systems...

Cabling Systems Conference & Exhibition.
March 1, 2003... MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Cabling Systems Conference & Exhibition September 22-24, 2003 Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim, California A new name for a larger audience: Cabling Installation & Maintenance magazine recently...