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:: FEATURES
INSTALLATION
5
Standards-based labeling for an
effective network-identification plan
CRAIG ROBINSON, RCDD
DATA CENTER
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Isolation is always key in
airflow-management efforts
PATRICK MCLAUGHLIN
SECURITY
19
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TECHNOLOGY
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For industrial cabling systems
physical characteristics
are paramount
PATRICK MCLAUGHLIN
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Editorial
For positioning only?
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:: EDITORIAL ::
One of the nuances of magazine pub-
lishing took effect as we were put-
ting this issue together, and the more
I thought about it, the higher up on my
soapbox I climbed. Now Im going to
share my thoughts, from
that soapbox, with you.
A couple of the photos
that appear in this issue
(they will remain anony-
mous) had an interest-
ing journey before ulti-
mately showing up in our
pages Wrong size, wrong
orientation, blah-blah-blah; thats just
anecdotal publishing geek-speek. The
part that got me thinking was that for
several days, versions of these pho-
tos appeared on our preliminary pages
with the letters F-P-O digitally branded
on top of them. FPO means for posi-
tioning only and means the images
were placeholders. The actual photos
that would occupy those spaces were
in transit and would be put in place
when they arrived. The FPOs were not
the real deals.
Thats what got me dusting off
my soapbox. I began wondering how
much of what I hear on the radio and
TV, on one of my favorite topics, poli-
tics, are spoken FPO: for positioning
only. When Im tuning in to a politi-
cal talk show on TV (which I admit I
do subject myself to every now and
then), the general format is that a seg-
ment consists of the host interview-
ing at least two people who take
opposing viewpoints on the issue at
hand. About 15 seconds into the inter-
view, the image of the host disappears.
The audience then gets the pleasure
of hearing the interviewees shout over
each other and seeing them roll their
eyes, smirk, guffaw or otherwise show
disapproval of the opposing sides
argument. Sometimes the two combat-
ants are even sitting next to each other
in a studio, but still they are shown in
split screen so we get (have) to see the
expressions (not to mention blemishes,
thanks to HD) on their giant faces.
Although I have tuned in to CSPAN
on only a few occasions, I have been
told that sometimes members of the
United States Congress exhibit similar
physical characteristics while debating
on their respective chamber floors.
But then Ive also heard that some
of these very same people, who appear
downright apoplectic on air, join each
other for cordial dinners and cock-
tails after the shouting is over. Which
makes me think, all those policy-based
debates might really just be FPO. As
strange as this sounds even to myself
as I write it, I hope thats not the case.
I hope they really disagree with each
other. At least then I would believe
these policy-influencers and policy-
makers have some conviction behind
the words they speak, and votes they
cast, respectively. ::
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A well-executed network infrastruc-
ture labeling system and cable-man-
agement administration system are
essential to a properly installed struc-
tured cabling system. They help to
simplify troubleshooting, lower the
long-term cost of ownership, and
ensure quality assurance and audit
compliance with manufacturer and
installer warranty terms.
The ANSI/TIA-606-B standard for
identification and labeling passed
in 2012 provides clear specifica-
tions for labeling and administrative
best practices across all networked
systems classes. The updated stan-
dard covers more facility classes of
every size and type, from small office
buildings to large commercial enter-
prises, corporate campuses and data
centers, and adds more granular-
ity to identification locations within
each of these facilities. While not
mandatory, these guidelines help
professional contractors and install-
ers ensure quality assurance for the
long-term.
The trend has been to follow a log-
ical, standards-based network infra-
structure labeling scheme, which can
help to reduce human error and save
time and costs over
the networks lifecycle.
An increasing num-
ber of facility owners,
managers and IT direc-
tors, as well as infor-
mation technology sys-
tem (ITS) designers,
integrators, contractors
and installers today are
calling for the inclu-
sion of standards-based
labeling and adminis-
tration in their project
specifications.
Overview of the 606-B
standard
On the labeling side,
the ANSI/TIA-606-B
standard calls for text
on the labels to be
machine-generated
and visible, and for cables and path-
ways to be labeled at both ends for
ease of tracing from either direction.
In addition, the labels should meet
the UL 969 specification for legibil-
ity, defacement and adhesion. This
means they should be rugged, tam-
per- and smear-resistant and able to
withstand environmental conditions
such as heat, moisture and ultraviolet
light. And they should have a design
life equal to or greater than that of
the labeled components.
Standards-based labeling for an effective
network-identification plan
Clear, durable labeling and dynamic cable
management are cornerstones of a professionally
installed network cabling infrastructure.
BY CRAIG ROBINSON, RCDD, BROTHER MOBILE SOLUTIONS
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:: INSTALLATION ::
MARCH 2014 Cabling Installation & Maintenance www.cablinginstall.com 6
It is clear from the guidelines
that a logical, end-to-end labeling
scheme throughout the information
infrastructure can help make
it faster and easier to troubleshoot
if a problem should occur in a
particular cabling run or connection.
It not only saves tracking and
tracing time, but also speeds up
remediation measures to minimize
costly downtime.
On the administration side, the
606-B standard states that the facility
owner or IT staff must ensure that the
cable and component identification
system be updated to reflect future
moves, adds and changes (MACs)
that will inevitably occur, and that
they maintain a permanent record
of the installation and subsequent
changes. A complete and dynamic
record of the physical infrastruc-
ture provides all parties with
an accurate blueprint to fol-
low should the configuration
need to be created, in whole
or in part, due to damage or
destruction from fire, flood,
earthquake or other mishap.
The mark of a professional
installation
For structured cabling sys-
tem designers and contrac-
tors, following ANSI/TIA
standards for system identi-
fication and administration
is the hallmark of true pro-
fessionalism, says Bill Lenz,
RCDD and senior communi-
cations engineer for Genesis
Cabling Services and a self-
proclaimed evangelist for
state-of-the-art industrial
labeling tools, like Brothers P-Touch
EDGE series. The Norfolk, VA firm
designs, implements and supports
voice and data, including fiber-
optic, structured cabling solutions
for diverse clients including the
U.S. military, educational institutions,
healthcare facilities and commercial
enterprises.
A long-time BICSI-certified
Technician and former BICSI
instructor, Lenz is well-versed in
the role and value of established
industry standards. Our clients
really appreciate that their projects,
whether large or small, are installed
in full compliance with all applica-
ble standards, he notes. We also
develop and leave behind floor-plan
drawings and appropriate databases
to ensure that accurate administra-
tion and record keeping can be per-
manently maintained.
This step is essential to long-term
quality assurance. If you cannot
identify each of the infrastructure
components in its exact location,
you may be putting the enterprise at
A logical, end-to-end labeling scheme
can help make it faster and easier to
troubleshoot if a problem occurs.
Even a chaotic collection of patch cords can be brought into order with properly labeled
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operational risk. Complying
with standards for labeling and
administration helps organizations
future-ready their network infra-
structure installation by providing
a dynamic plan to maximize per-
formance, minimize downtime and
reduce rebuilding costs in the event
of a disaster.
Next-generation labeling tools
Compliance with labeling and marking
standards for all network classes may
sound complicated, but with todays
technology-based solutions it doesnt
have to be. In the marketplace right
now there are next-generation, indus-
trial-grade labeling tools that incor-
porate smart technology, intuitive
navigation, broad versatility and deep
functionality to help make identifica-
tion and labeling relatively quick and
easy to implement.
Best-in-class handheld label-
ing tools designed for on-site use by
contractors and installers are ergo-
nomically designed to be comfort-
able to operate. They are reliable and
ruggedly built to withstand heavy
day-to-day use by work crews in the
field. Todays thermal printers are a
popular choice because they dont
use messy inks and can format and
print a variety of conforming label
types up to 24-mm or 36-mm wide
using easy-to-load, snap-in tape car-
tridges. The tapes generate durable
UL-approved polyester laminated
labels, which encapsulate the print
between two protective layers to
ensure long-term integrity, legibility
and adhesion, in compliance
with the 606-B standard for label
design longevity.
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Some smart labeling tools
also offer a selection of wireless
connectivity options and built-in
software that allows users to
download and store data from com-
mon databases. They also allow
for on-site download and printing
of previously saved custom or pre-
formatted label templates, as well
as previously programmed alpha/
numeric serialization of labels.
These capabilities can dramatically
increase labeling speed and produc-
tivity in the field.
Genesis Cablings Lenz has had
extensive experience with smart
labeling tools, both handheld and
desktop models, and his firms
work crews find they provide a
productivity boost in both large and
small installations.
Lenz explains: From the
standpoint of functionality and
flexibility, you just cant beat the
latest labelers on the market. In
large installations especially, serial-
ization capabilities and wireless
connectivity options are hugely
helpful, and so is the ability to
print labels quickly with clear text,
UPC codes, industry symbols and
graphics. Our installation teams
find the labelers extremely easy
to use without extensive training
or studying a manual. And the
handheld labelers are affordable,
making it easy to equip every
field technician with one so that
on-site MACs work can be com-
pleted quickly.
In selecting handheld industrial
labelers, there are additional features
to look for that can add value. They
include the following.
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marked buttons and easy-to-fol-
low navigation menus allow faster
design and editing of different
labels for different components with
just a few keystrokes.
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vides optimal visibility in all envi-
ronments for an at-a-glance view
of label designs, and enhances the
ability to preview and edit labels
prior to printing.
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nology results in clear, readable
labels that conform to short and
long ANSI/TIA identifier formats, so
users can quickly make labels suit-
able for cables, fiber, wires, face-
plates, patch panels, punch blocks,
control panels and more.
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ciency and productivity so work
crews can accomplish more during
a shift.
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ware and memory allow users to
download and store data to create
custom-designed labels, in addi-
tion to using the preformatted label
templates provided with the smart
labeler.
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help make the smart labeler more
user-friendly for todays diverse
work crews.
Finally, the smart labeler should
offer the ability to accept a variety
of interchangeable tape cartridges
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:: INSTALLATION ::
to create different types of labels.
Among the brands available
from Brother, the most common
choices are HGe and TZe tapes,
which come in a variety of sizes,
colors and adhesive backings.
Some installers also opt to use
HSe heat-shrink tubing, a thin
flexible tube that contracts when
it is heated with a heat gun.
When applied to an individual
cable or bundle of wires, fibers or
cables, the HSe tubing adhesive
forms a strong, secure sleeve,
which provides insulation, strength
and strain relief to prevent flexing
or crimping at the wire-to-termina-
tion point. Some newer labeling
tools make printing on heat-
shrink tubing fast, easy and
economical.
An investment worth making
While asset management and label-
ing are only one part of a success-
ful structured cabling or data cen-
ter installation, they clearly play an
important role in ensuring maximum
uptime and audit compliance, as well
as the long-term performance, secu-
rity and reliability of the facility and
its ITS components.
The relatively low cost and
customized high performance of
todays handheld industrial-grade
labeling tools make them well worth
the investment. The days of using
tape and markers to label network
components are long gone, and so are
the days of seat-of-the-pants cable
management and administration.
Whether you are setting up a
new datacom system, upgrading a
LAN, installing a new server and back-
bone, or rewiring and cabling
an existing facility, following the guide-
lines set forth by the ANSI/TIA-606-B
standard is definitely the professional
way to goand todays advanced
cable management solutions and smart
labeling tools can help you get there. ::
Craig Robinson, RCDD manages
growth strategy, channel and busi-
ness development initiatives for the
Brother P-Touch EDGE brand of prod-
ucts (www.edgelabeling.com).
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Hot and cool air are to a data center
administrator what client funds and
personal funds are to a real estate bro-
ker; commingling them leads to trou-
ble. In the case of real estate, the trou-
ble is of the legal variety. In the data
center, the story can be far more com-
plex. The commingling of hot and cool
air almost always is unintentional, the
trouble caused is not always readily
diagnosed, and the remedy does not
always have clear sentencing guide-
lines, to use the legal analogy one
final time.
The costs of inefficient airflow
management can be summed up in
two words, according to Peter Crook,
president and chief executive offi-
cer of Upsite Technologies (www.
upsite.com): Energy and uptime. In
an interview with Cabling Installation
& Maintenance, Crook was asked if,
when it comes to airflow management,
data center administrators fall into a
bell curve-style grouping in which a
small percentage are at the forefront
of efficiency, another small percentage
lag far behind, and a majority fall in
the middle. That description does not
fit, he explained. Rather, he said, It
has to do with where you are in the
data center lifecycle. If you are start-
ing from scratch with a new data cen-
ter, youll plan, think through options,
and move forward. Administrators
with this opportunity can conceive
of and implement an airflow-man-
agement strategy for
a computing system
and physical plant
that are known. But
that description does
not apply to everyone.
Crook continued, On
the other end of the
spectrum are those
who have an existing
facility and are faced
with packing densi-
ties within it. In most
or all of these cases, an
original airflow-man-
agement design that
well-accommodated
the original computing environment
simply cannot effectively handle this
altered, more-densely packed space.
Encountering the unexpected
How data center administrators deal
with these additional densities is pre-
cisely the challenge. And some admin-
istrators facing that challenge may not
have been planning, and may not be
equipped, to do so. Specificallybut
by no means exclusivelythe mul-
titenant, colocation facility is a cur-
rent battleground. Increasing numbers
of enterprises are outsourcing com-
puting services and in doing so, are
shifting the challenges of data cen-
ter administration to these outsource
providers. This shift is happening in
Isolation is always key
in airflow-management efforts
Isolating hot air from cool sometimes means
containing an entire aisle; it always means
having a strategy that acknowledges change.
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:: DATA CENTER ::
such significant numbers that many
colo facilities are facing the proverbial
problem they like to have by having
an abundance of business, and its cor-
responding administration challenges.
And though its the problem they like
to have, it is a problem nonetheless.
The lack of a cohesive, compre-
hensive airflow-management strat-
egy typically results in locally con-
centrated, high-energy-consumption
cooling efforts. Recently, Upsite
Technologies assigned some quan-
tifiable numbers to these types of
efforts, illustrating how inefficient
they can be. A white paper published
by Upsite and co-authored by its
founder, the late Kenneth Brill, as well
Upsite senior engineer Lars Strong,
P.E., is titled Cooling Capacity
Factor (CCF) reveals stranded capac-
ity and data center cost savings. In
that paper Upsite introduces the CCF
concept, which is a quantification of
the amount of cooling capacity in a
data center in relation to the facilitys
heat load. Upsite examined 45 facili-
ties when compiling information for
the document.
Addressing CCF
The white papers executive sum-
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is nearly four times the IT heat load
This white paper will show you how
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practical metric called the Cooling
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Of the 45 sites that Upsite
reviewed, the average running cool-
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times (390 percent) the IT heat load.
In one case, Upsite observed 30
times (3,000 percent) the load. It is
hard to believe that sites are this
inefficient.
When running cooling capac-
ity is excessively over-implemented,
then potentially large operating cost
reductions are possible by turn-
ing off cooling units and/or reduc-
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variable fans or variable frequency
drives (VFD). Though a great deal of
focus is placed on improving com-
puter room cooling efficiency, the
average data center could reduce
their operating expense by $32,000
annually simply by improving airflow
management (AFM).
AFM improvements increase
cooling efficiency, which could result
in immediate operating cost sav-
ings and greater IT system reliability.
As cooling represents approximately
half of infrastructure costs, PUE
[Power Usage Effectiveness] improves
as well. With a reduction in energy
usage, everyone benefits, as carbon
emissions are also reduced.
The same AFM improvements
also release stranded cooling capac-
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increase sever density without the
capital cost of additional cooling
equipment. Improved cooling utili-
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site, deferring capital expenditure
required to build a new data center.
Numerous solutions are designed
to improve cooling efficiency, rang-
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important as blanking panels to
complete containment systems.
Hype abounds when it comes to the
potential benefits of each new best
practice. How can you truly know
what potential there is to make a dif-
ference? Will you be able to deploy
more IT equipment? Will you elim-
inate hot spots and/or reduce the
PUE for your data center? How much
of a difference will improved AFM
make at your site? To make informed
decisions about investing in addi-
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tiatives, you should first determine
how well you are utilizing your cur-
rent resources.
Calculating the CCF is the quick-
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realized by AFM improvements.
The nine-page white paper provides a historical per-
spective on data center layouts, findings from the 45
sites Upsite analyzed, benefits of right-sizing cooling
resources, as well as how to calculate and interpret your
own facilitys CCF.
Products and services
As the papers executive summary stated, a number of
solutions are available for improving airflow management.
Upsite offers a number of such solutions. Most recently the
company introduced the KoldLok 2-Post Rack Grommet.
When making the introduction in December, Upsite noted,
The easy-to-install KoldLok 2-Post Rack Grommet prevents
bypass airflow by sealing off the rectangular area in the
2-post cabinet, while promoting data center cleaning best
practices, preventing dust and other debris from getting
trapped in hard-to-reach areas.
The company listed among the grommets features a
split design that allows for retrofit installation; a design
that works with variations in rack-material thickness; an
installation that requires no cutting, modifying or tools;
and RoHS compliance.
Prior to that introduction, and in conjunction with its
establishment of the CCF metric, Upsite introduced the
EnergyLok Cooling Capacity Assessment. A vendor-
neutral service, the Cooling Capacity Assessment works
Chatsworth Products Inc.s Build To Spec Hot Aisle
Containment Solution arrives on a pallet, as shown here, and
contains eight unique components to field-fabricate a duct
over a contained aisle.
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:: DATA CENTER ::
in three steps, Upsite explained in
September 2013 when announcing
the service. The first step is to cal-
culate the computer room CCF, which
indicates the level of over or under
cooling. The on-site review then
takes a comprehensive assessment of
the data centers current AFM, with a
checkout meeting to explain the ini-
tial findings. Finally, a full customer
report is provided to identify specific
improvements for best utilizing the
cooling infrastructure, followed by a
teleconference to discuss the details
of the report.
Upsites Strong said at the time
that the service will enable data
center managers to save money,
maximize capacity, and improve IT
reliability. Our assessment applies
our knowledge of the CCF and
AFM best practices, and our check-
out meeting and conference call
ensure that a data center fully under-
stands the gathered information to
implement the best solutions to fit
their cooling needs and maximize
their capacity.
Management tools
Another set of airflow-management
tools was introduced by Simplex
Isolation Systems (www.simplex-
stripdoors.com) in 2013. The AirBlock
Flexible Gap Seals (FGS) increase
cooling efficiency in your data center
by closing off those hard-to-seal gaps
of a half-inch to six inches between
server racks, the company explained.
The resultdrastically reduced
energy costs and added capacity in
your data center.
The FGS seals attach to racks with
a flexible magnetic side trim, Simplex
explains, and they are designed to be
easily installable. Squeeze the two
magnet edges together and slide into
the gap,
the company instructed. The mag-
nets seal to the sides of the racks,
completing the installation. Trim the
seal to fit the rack height with a knife
or scissors.
They are available in two materi-
als: black PolySim polyurethane and
black FlexSim PVC. Both materials
are available only from Simplex and
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:: DATA CENTER ::
are Class 1 fire-rated to meet NFPA
701 and NFPA 76 standards for data
center applications, the company
added. PolySim is a non-outgassing
material and has permanent static-
dissipative properties.
Another recent introduction in
the airflow-management realm is
from Chatsworth Products Inc.
(CPI; www.chatsworth.com) and
is an innovation in the deployment
of aisle-containment systems.
CPI has an entire set of solutions
dedicated to aisle containment. In
February it debuted the Build to
Spec (BTS) Hot Aisle Containment
(HAC) Solution.
As CPI explained when announc-
ing the BTS HAC Solution, it arrives
on a pallet and includes eight unique
components to field-fabricate a duct
over a contained aisle. The solution
can be used over a mix of cabinets of
varying sizes and can be ceiling- or
cabinet-supported, making it ideal for
retrofit applications.
The BTS Kit allows you to be
really flexible, whether youre in a
new or retrofit installation, explained
Sam Rodriguez, CPIs product man-
ager of cabinet and thermal manage-
ment solutions. The design allows
you to custom-fit the containment to
the cabinets in a data center environ-
ment and addresses a multitude of
variables that are site-specific, while
still maintaining a very effective seal
to maximize performance. The BTS
Kit allows you to deploy the contain-
ment regardless of the dimensions of
the installed cabinet and equipment.
CPI listed the kits other features
as an elevated, single-piece duct that
allows cabinets to be removed, omit-
ted or replaced as required; translu-
cent duct and door panels that allow
light to enter the contained aisle;
and doors that close automatically
to maintain containment and reduce
recovery time.
Concepts that may seem abstract
on the surfacelike a numerical
quantification of cooling-resource use
or the presence of different-height
cabinets in a data centerbecome
entirely practical when their effi-
ciency directly affects a facilitys
energy bill and its ability to stay up
and running. As we have stated in
these pages many times, cable-man-
agement practices like overhead-or-
underfloor routing and proper dress-
ing away from network-equipment
exhaust can and do affect airflow
management. Likewise, opportunities
exist at the rack, aisle and room levels
to maximize the efficiency of airflow
management. ::
Patrick McLaughlin is our chief editor.
Peter Crook returns to Upsite as top executive
Peter Crook returned to Upsite Technologies on January 20 as its president
and chief executive officera position he also held with Upsite from 2003
to 2009 alongside the organizations founder and chief technology officer,
the late Kenneth Brill.
Upsite Technologies is well recognized in the data center space
and has a strong base of global customers from which to continue to
grow the business, Crook said when his return was announced. I am
excited to take the leadership role once again as Upsite gears up to
release a number of new products and services for data center airflow
management.
He brings more than 25 years of executive management experience to
Upsite, including significant experience as startup CEO, vice president,
product manager and sales and marketing manager in software, ser-
vices and manufacturing spaces. Most recently he was managing direc-
tor with EA2, an executive management consulting company focus-
ing on business, organizational and product development for small to
medium-sized high-technology companies. Prior to his previous tenure
with Upsite, Crook was vice president of development for LizardTech,
which was acquired by Celartem/Extensis; there he drove the commer-
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image storage and retrieval.
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have an industry veteran like Peter take the leadership role at Upsite
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With video surveillance now an
essential part of critical business oper-
ations in most industries, it is sure to
come as good news that using Internet
Protocol (IP) technology to set up a
video-surveillance application has
never been easier. IP-based surveil-
lance systems have been under devel-
opment for at least 20 years, and now
that the technology is mature, IP cam-
eras are the camera of choice for most
industrial applications.
Surveillance cameras are
available in several different form
factors, including fisheye cameras,
positioning systems, all-in-one cam-
eras, zoom cameras and pan/tilt/
zoom (PTZ) cameras, with the best
choice dependent on both the type
of application and the environ-
ment. Herein is an explanation of the
differences between these cameras
to help give end-users and system
integrators a better understanding
of which type of camera to select
for their application.
What is a zoom camera?
A zoom camera is a camera that sup-
ports optical zoom and autofocus capa-
bilities. Unlike cameras with a fixed
varifocal lens, zoom cameras allow
users to zoom in and out remotely,
with the lens focusing automatically
instead of needing to be adjusted man-
ually. Traditionally, the control signal
used to perform the zoom operation of
a zoom camera was transmitted via an
RS-485 serial connection, but the newer
IP-based zoom cameras transmit the
control signals over Ethernet together
with the video signal.
Zoom cameras lack the pan and
tilt functions built into PTZ cameras,
and consequently are not appropri-
ate for applications that need a single
camera to scan through a wide view-
ing angle. Comparing camera bod-
ies, PTZ cameras are usually housed
inside a dome, whereas zoom cameras
can be either dome-type or box-type.
Zoom cameras are suitable for surveil-
lance applications like border fences,
which can be suitably monitored by
a camera pointing in a fixed direction
that has the capability of zooming in
on spots 2 or 3 kilometers in the dis-
tance. Because zoom cameras have
the ability to focus on both nearby
objects and distance objects, zoom
cameras can be used when your proj-
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Zoom and PTZ cameras each have advantages
and drawbacks in surveillance networks.
BY JACKY LIN, MOXA INC.
A zoom camera, shown here, lacks the pan
and tilt functions of a PTZ speed dome camera.
However, their zoom capability makes them
suitable for surveillance applications like
border fences, highway traffic and railway
trackside monitoring. Installing additional
hardware can give zoom cameras PTZ ability.
A pan/tilt scanner can be used to turn
a non-zoom camera into a PT camera
or a zoom camera into a PTZ camera.
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:: SECURITY ::
Requires surveiance over a
wide area
Requires the abiity to locus ceary
on remote obects
Lxampes ol rea-word appications
with the above requirements incude
perimeter lence monitoring, border
monitoring, highway trallic monitoring
and raiway trackside monitoring.
PTZ options
pan/tit (lT) scanner is a camera
accessory that is used to turn a lixed,
non-zoom camera into a lT camera, or
a zoom camera into a lTZ camera. lT
scanners consist ol a basic lrame with
motors attached to produce pan` and
tit` scanning motions.
ecause lTZ speed domes are
lairy commonpace, you may won-
der why you need a lTZ positioning
system instead ol a lTZ speed dome.
The tabe within this artice outines
the dillerences between these two
types ol lTZ soutions.
s the tabe shows, the lT scan-
ner type has greater lexibiity in tit
ange and camera modue, but has the
downside ol sower speed-ol-motion
and greater instaation compex-
ity. lowever, the main dillerences
between scanner type and dome type
are the abiity to work with a wiper
and inlrared (lR) iuminator.
Using an IR illuminator and wiper
With moonight and staright olten the
ony avaiabe ight sources alter the
sun goes down, an lR iuminator is a
critica component ol surveiance sys-
tems lor which nighttime monitoring
is ust as important as daytime moni-
toring. lor a lTZ speed dome, because
the camera modue rotates and tits
inside the housing, it is not practi-
ca to move an externa lR iuminator
together with the camera modue, and
consequenty a lTZ speed dome is not
suitabe lor working with an lR iumi-
nator. lt can be argued that this issue
can be resoved by buiding an inlrared
LLD around the camera modue inside
the dome cover, but doing so wi
ony provide iumination over a short
distance, and wi aso resut in
serious overheating.
lT scanner-type lTZs, on the other
hand, are usuay designed with this
consideration in mind by buiding the
scanner body to be lexibe enough to
work with or without an lR iuminator by
attaching an extra mounting adapter on
the scanner body. Such a conliguration
aows the entire unit to pan and tit at
the same time, and aso avoids overheat-
ing probems inside the scanner unit.
ln addition to inlrared, wipers are
required lor many appication envi-
ronments to ensure that the survei-
ance system lunctions as intended.
lor exampe, in dusty environments, a
gass or acryic cover in lront ol the pro-
tective housing or dome cover is easiy
covered by dust, thereby reducing the
quaity ol the images dispayed in your
contro room. lor this kind ol environ-
ment, you shoud consider using a pro-
tective housing with a buit-in wiper.
ecause the cover ol a lTZ speed
dome is rounded, it isnt possibe to
attach a wiper to the dome cover to
cean it oll when it gets dusty. On
the other hand, it is easy to attach
a wiper to the protective housing ol
a lT scanner because it has a tradi-
tiona box-type lorm lactor. ::
Jacky Lin is product manager with
Moxa Inc. (www.moxa.com).
PTZ functionality can be
implemented by either a
PTZ speed dome camera
or PT scanner-type PTZ
positioning system. Shown
here is a zoom camera with
the addition of a PT scanner
system and infrared (IR)
illumination also included.
The panel-type components
provide IR capability.
System
Characteristic
Scanner type Dome type
Appearance Overt Covert
Tilt angle Greather than 180 degrees 0 to 180 degrees
Wiper Yes No
Bundled IR Yes No
Camera module Versatile Limited
Speed of motion Slower Faster
Installation Complicated Easy
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:: TECHNOLOGY ::
In most environments in which
structured cabling systems reside,
a circuits ability to successfully
transmit data at the specified speed
to the required distance has a lot to do
with what happens on the inside
of the cable and connecting hardware.
As countless articles in this magazine
and elsewhere have detailed, the
construction of a cablebe it
twisted-pair, fiber-optic or other-
wisehas a significant effect on its
performance capability.
From more-tightly twisted pairs
to a higher grade of optical fiber (i.e.
OM3, OM4), what is inside a cable
largely determines its performance.
Along with cables, connecting hard-
ware also achieves a certain perfor-
mance level based primarily on the
inner details of its design and con-
struction. Of course, the installation of
these systems is a professional craft,
and the manner in which the cable is
terminated to connecting hardware
to create a cabling circuit is critically
important to performance as well.
Standard references
While those manufacturing and work-
manship factors generally hold true
in any location, in physical environ-
ments that are particularly harsh or
unfriendly, what is on the outside of
the cable and connectivity is also of
key importance to the entire cabling
systems ability to carry information
a given distance at a designated
speed. An ANSI standard, originally
created and recently revised by
the Telecommunications Industry
Association (TIA; www.tiaonline.
org), specifically addresses the abil-
ity of cabling components and sys-
tems to perform under harsh con-
ditionsparticularly those in an
industrial environment. In May
2012 the TIA published ANSI/
TIA-1005-A Telecommunications
Infrastructure Standard for
Industrial Premises. It is the first
(A) revision of the 1005 standard,
which was completed in 2008.
ANSI/TIA-1005-A includes
information organized into the
following topics: Industrial Areas,
Telecommunications Spaces,
Telecommunications Pathways,
Firestopping, Backbone Cabling,
Horizontal Cabling, Work Area,
Grounding and Bonding, and
Industrial Cabling Performance
Requirements. The standards
annexes include information on two-
pair 100-ohm twisted-pair cabling,
the use of more than four connectors
in a channel, and the extension of
fiber-optic channels.
One of the most recognizable
standards-centric elements associ-
ated with industrial cabling is the
MICE table. MICE is an acronym for
Mechanical, Ingress, Climatic and
For industrial cabling systems
physical characteristics are paramount
In order to carry information successfully,
the cable and connectivity components must
withstand their unfriendly surroundings.
BY PATRICK McLAUGHLIN
These recently introduced M12 jacks
from Metz Connect achieve Category 6A
performance and Class IP67 protection.
Jacks with flanges are suitable for
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without flanges are used for free-plug
inline connections.
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:: TECHNOLOGY ::
Electromagnetic. These four char-
acteristics in combination define
how harsh a particular environment
is. For each of the four characteris-
tics, the number 1, 2 or 3 is assigned
based on the environments sever-
ity. The higher the number, the more
severe the environment. By the same
measure, a component or complete
cabling system is assigned a letter-
number combination that defines
its ability to withstand the rigors of
such environments. The rather doc-
ile environment of most commer-
cial office buildings, for example,
rate M1I1C1E1. The most-extreme
environment would weigh in at
M3I3C3E3.
Although the MICE table is
most often associated with indus-
trial environments, it does not
reside in the ANSI/TIA-1005-A
standard; its most recent update can
be found in Addendum 2 to ANSI/
TIA-568-C.0. The rationale for the
tables inclusion in 568-C.0 is that
these rugged conditions can exist
in any number of environments or
facilities, not necessarily strictly
in industrial plants. (ANSI/TIA-
1005-A, 568-C.0, its addenda and
other standards produced by the
TIA can be found at http://global.ihs.
com/?rid=TIA.)
What it takes
In addition to the formal standards
that address harsh-environment
cabling, other resources exist to
help guide planners, installers and
managers of cabling systems that
have to hold up in adverse conditions.
For example, a white paper
authored by cable manufacturer
C&M Corporation (www.cmcor-
poration.com) sizes up the ability
of cables to support 1000Base-T in
industrial environments. Adapting
Gigabit Ethernet for the Industrial
Manufacturing Environment dis-
cusses construction differences
between standard Gigabit Ethernet
and the performance specifications
required for similar
cables used in the
manufacturing
environment. The
paper also looks at
other applications
for cables with
ruggedized
designs.
Early in the
paper, which can be downloaded
from C&Ms website, are listed the
characteristics of cable and other
networking products that are neces-
sary for them to perform acceptably
in manufacturing environments, but
are not required in typical commer-
cial-office space. It points out the
following.
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Later, the paper explains that the
characteristics flex life and flex-
ibility are not synonymous. Some
cable constructions may appear to
possess limited flexibility, but per-
form very well in continuous flex
applications, such as robotics,
the paper explains. Other cables
may seem to enjoy maximum flexi-
bility, yet possess a very limited
life when it comes to continuous
flexing applications.
The paper also provides detail on
cable-construction characteristics
including conductor construction,
shielding, and jacketing materials.
Cable and connectivity advancements
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eral cabling manufacturers exem-
plify the different requirements made
of components that will be placed in
harms way and expected to per-
form. For example, the Hub-Link
cable line from Comtran (www.com-
trancorp.com) is a set of low-smoke
zero-halogen (LSZH) telecommuni-
cations and data-transmission cables
designed for mass-transit applications.
When announcing the cables avail-
ability in late 2012, Comtran explained
they have been designed to provide
extremely low toxicity levels under fire
conditions while meeting UL CM-LS
and IEEE 1202/FT4-LS flame and
smoke requirements.
The company also explained that
the product line is extremely stable
in mass-transit applications such as
OFSs Graded Index HCS (GiHCS) Industrial Cabling Solution
includes SC crimp-and-cleave connectors and termination kits.
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fixed guideway or passenger rail-
way tunnels and stations, as well as
cable trays in airports or any mass-
transit hub location where reduced
toxins and reduced flame spread
are required. The cables are rated
90-degrees Celsius and are available
in 2- to 400-pair versions for Category
3, and in 4-pair Category 5e and
Category 6 versions.
In late 2013 Comtran announced
it had expanded the Hub-Link prod-
uct line to include a cable designed
specifically to support the New York
City Transit (NYCT) Authority. The
company said the cables are used in
telephone, data and control networks
throughout the entire NYCT infra-
structure, including underground
stations and subway tunnels. The
cables are routed through the full
spectrum of pathways and spaces
and terminated with splice boxes,
closets and entrance facilities, the
company said. These cables are sub-
ject to rugged conditions, exposed to
extreme temperatures, moisture, salt
air, various fluids, rodent damage and
even sunlight.
Metz Connect (www.metz-con-
nect.com) recently introduced an
M12-style jack that meets Category
6A performance requirements. The
M12 jack for field assembly was
developed for futureproof and high-
performance 10-Gigabit Ethernet
cabling and for automation con-
trol units, the company said when
announcing the new connector in
January. The jack has two X-coded
variants: with or without flange.
The flange variant is suitable for
installation in equipment, machines
or plant, and the one without
flange is used for free plug inline
connections.
The connectors complete metal
shielding, using a zinc die-cast
housing, enables its Category 6A
performance, the company noted.
The M12 jacks for field assembly
can be used for applications expe-
riencing difficult transmission con-
ditions, Metz Connect explained.
When mated, the M12 jacks offer
class IP67 protection, and while
unplugged, jacks should be pro-
tected with dust caps.
In November 2013 OFS launched
its SC Crimp and Cleave connec-
tivity solution for industrial net-
works. When formally introducing its
GiHCS Industrial Cabling Solution,
OFS noted, The rapid adoption of
Industrial Ethernet has led to sig-
nificant changes and new demands
in factory automation and indus-
trial networking applications requir-
ing the introduction of industrialized
communications systems. 100-Mbit/
sec Fast Ethernet and 1000-Mbit/sec
Gigabit Ethernet data rates demand
higher bandwidth and real-time,
low-latency communications. The
increasing use of intelligent elec-
tronic devices, utility-grade rugged IP
routers and Ethernet switches is driv-
ing IP-based communications on the
production floor.
A high-bandwidth, rugged and
reliable cabling solution is indis-
pensable for industrial network-
ing as adoption of increased data
rates emerges, the company con-
tinued. To meet this need, OFS
offers Graded Index HCS (GiHCS)
optical fiber in a low-smoke zero-
halogen cable construction and
easy-to-use crimp-and-cleave SC
connectors. The company added
that using its SC crimp-and-cleave
hand tools, technicians can learn
to install fiber connectors in indus-
trial spaces. Taking just minutes
to learn, installers can rapidly repair
damaged optical fiber cables with-
out messy adhesives or tedious pol-
ishing procedures.
OFS lists the following among the
advantageous characteristics of the
GiHCS Industrial Cabling Solution.
Operating temperature range ol -2O
to +105 degrees Celsius
Resistance to abrasion, vibration
and industrial chemicals
lndoor and outdoor use
ligh tensie strength
last Lthernet and Oigabit Lthernet
compatibility
Compatibiity with most common
GBIC transceivers
No requirement lor speciaist liber-
optic installation skills
No requirements lor power, epoxy,
gel or polishing to accomplish
termination
Whether the environment is a fac-
tory floor, an outdoor space, a non-
air-conditioned warehouse in a des-
ert or any other that is unkind to the
components within it, several places
where structured cabling systems
exist require extremely high perfor-
mance of the components outsides
as well as their insides. For those
environments, standards, best prac-
tices and technologies are available
to professionals responsible for the
specification, design, installation and
management of cabling systems. ::
Patrick McLaughlin is our chief editor.
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Allied Fiber
Amphenol High Speed Interconnect
AT&T
Avago Technologies
BTI Systems
CALIENT Technologies
Calix
Ciena
Clearfeld Inc.
CommScope
Coriant
Corning Optical Communications
Cyan
Ethernet Alliance
EXFO
Facebook
Finisar
Fujitsu Network Communications
Infnera
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IPC Systems, Inc
JDSU
JGR
Juniper Networks
LightCounting
Lonestar Education and Research Network
Luxtera
Marlin Equity Partners
MRV Communications
Oclaro
OneChip Photonics
Ovum
Plexxi
PMC-Sierra
Sumitomo Electric Lightwave
TE Connectivity
Tektronix, Inc.
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The Light Brigade
TIA Fiber Optic Tech Consortium
TriQuint Semiconductor
Verizon
Walker and Associates
XKL, LLC
XO Communications
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:
CARRIER TRACK KEYNOTE
Dr. James King
Assistant Vice President - Optical Platforms (invited)
Dr. King has served in a variety of positions since he joined AT&T
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deployment of TCP/IP networks into AT&T central offces; core back-
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ENTERPRISE/DATA CENTER TRACK KEYNOTE
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CARRIER INNOVATION TRACK ENTERPRISE/DATA CENTER INNOVATION TRACK
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Understanding Emerging
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WORKSHOP: Fiber Technology for Data
Center and Enterprise Networks
JULY 15, 2014
TUESDAY
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM PANEL: Innovation in an Era of Industry Consolidation
PANEL: Intra-Rack and Rack-to-
Rack Connectivity Innovation
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Refreshment Break
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
PANEL: Adding Flexibility and
Effciency to Optical Networks
PANEL: Is It Time to Consider Building
Your Own Network?
11:00 AM NOON Fujitsu Workshop Series: The xHaul Challenge
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Delegate Lunch (for paid conference attendees only)
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS (for paid conference attendees only):
Dr. James King, Assistant Vice President Optical Platforms, AT&T Labs (invited)
Steve Cheng, Principal Design Engineer and Architect, Telecommunications
and Data Cabling Infrastructure, Facebook
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
PANEL: Enabling Transport SDN
PAPER: Classifying the New Data
Center Business Models
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM PAPER: 10/40/100GbE Migration: TheRole of Cabling
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Refreshment Break
4:00 PM 4:45 PM
PANEL: State of 100G OTN Switched
Optical Networks in North America
PANEL: Network Security and
Optical Communications
JULY 16, 2014
WEDNESDAY
8:00 AM 9:00 AM Fujitsu Workshop Series: Executive Roundtable: Building the Network of the Future
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10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
PAPER: OSNR Analysis in Nonlinear
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PAPER: How SDN Speeds Long Data
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Delegate Lunch (for paid conference attendees only)
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PANEL: Access Network Innovations PANEL: Optics in the LAN
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM Refreshment Break
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM PAPER: The ROADM Dilemma
PAPER: Driving Down Data Center Costs
through New Designs in Fiber Management
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CABLE-LOCATING TOOLS :: PRODUCT FOCUS ::
:: Traceable patch cords
The Traceable Bonded-Pair Patch Cords from Belden fea-
ture an integrated LED light that the company says is
exceptionally bright and offers easy identification. With
just the simple press of a button on the low-profile plug,
the LED flashes on both ends of the patch cord, providing
the ability to locate specific switch-to-server connections
within high-density patching environments, Belden says.
It adds the cords also are ideal for locating connections
in congested office areas. They are offered in Category
6A and Category 6 performance levels. The highly effi-
cient and bright LED features a replaceable battery with
a battery life of 7 years or 1,000 activations, the company
explains. When activated, the LED blinks for 20 sec-
onds and can be stopped at any time with a second press
of the button. Because the LED and its tracing wires are
integrated into the patch cord, there is no need for special
patch panels or a separate power source. Each cord has a
unique serial number and bar code on each end, making
them DCIM-ready for full locating ability, Belden concludes.
Belden
www.belden.com
:: Intelligent port management system
Leviton describes its Intact Intelligent Port Management
System as a solution for fiber and copper networks that
monitors port status and manages network changes. The
system sends alerts and real-time information to IT man-
agers, allowing them to diagnose problems and handle
changes quickly using Intact software.
The Intact Patch Cord works through a programmable
microchip with a unique identifier applied to one or both
ends, Leviton described. The cords combine with Intact
Patch Panels to communicate the port status to the Intact
Device Manager through USB cable. LED lights on panels
indicate each ports status and serve as visual guidance for
work-order execution, the company further explained. The
Intact Device Manager hosts the systems software, which
is accessible on any standard web browser over a corporate
network; it is optimized for PCs, tablets and smartphones.
USB Intact Device Hubs are available to expand the
number of Intact Patch Panels that can connect to an
Intact Device Manager. Also, multiple Intact Device
Managers operate together seamlessly, Leviton said,
allowing the system to scale easily.
Leviton also said its existing QuickPort Copper Panels
(1RU, 24-port) and Opt-X Ultra Fiber Enclosures (1RU,
2RU) are intelligent-ready and can be upgraded with
Intact Panels on the rack to become Intact intelligent
devices.
Intact software allows users to assist technicians
with changes and troubleshooting by managing work
orders, logging events and creating network topologies,
Leviton noted.
Leviton
www.leviton.com
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COMPI LED BY MATT VINCENT
Sumitomo debuts LGX-HD combo
patch panels for data centers
Sumitomo Electric Lightwaves 4th Level DataCenter
Solutions division has introduced LGX and High Density
(HD) patch panels that the company claims are the
industrys first to integrate LGX and HD connectivity
into one panel.
Aimed especially at MSO data centers, Sumitomo says
the primary differentiating factor of its new 4th Level 1, 2,
3, and 4RU patch panels is that they can be configured for
various module footprints, including LGX and HD, with
an option for both in the same panel. The company notes
that, prior to the new 4th Level patch panels, network
installers would have to purchase a separate panel for LGX
applications and another designed for their HD connectiv-
ity projects.
The 2RU model of the new panel can be configured
with up to 288 LC connectors. The company contends
that, by simply interchanging faceplates and standard
cassette products from different manufacturers, install-
ers and network technicians may realize increased
flexibility, versatility in network design, and hardware
cost savings.
Other features of the new patch panels include: a user
friendly design with shelf trays able to tilt and slide out for
easy cable management access; a tray stop design that
prevents unplanned tray egress from the patch panel; a
rugged construction of heavy gauge powder-coated alu-
minum for extended product life; and mounting brackets
that allow forward and backward adjustments within a
standard 19-inch relay rack.
The new 4th Level patch panels are intended for data
center, storage area network (SAN), and local area network
(LAN) applications, with customized configurations avail-
able. The new panels, along with other new 4th Level data
center products from Sumitomo, were unveiled at the 2014
BICSI Winter Conference and Exposition in February.
Thomas & Betts retools iPad mobile app
The recent 2.0 upgrade to the T&B Mobile iPad applica-
tion from Thomas &
Betts (T&B) features
a new tools button to
retrieve literature, view
videos and even scan
barcodes on T&B prod-
uct packaging.
T&B Mobile 2.0
is an upgrade to the
companys original
mobile application,
which was launched
in April 2013. In addi-
tion to the new tools button for literature and video,
the application upgrade features an expanded favor-
ites folder that holds up to 30 documents, all of which
can be sent via e-mail or saved for future reference. The
upgraded application also features a new PDF reader for
more efficient navigation.
The new T&B Mobile 2.0 application enables users
to retrieve catalogs, brochures, videos and other sup-
port tools quickly and easily, comments Chad Smith,
vice president, product management and marketing, at
Thomas & Betts. The tools are organized around our
served markets, solutions and product categories. We
also have added an innovative barcode scanning tool
that allows a user to scan a barcode and link directly to
our rich attributed data and web content.
Platinum Tools updates drywall saw
Platinum Tools recently announced the launch of its
updated PRO Drywall Saw (Part No. 10711).
With an MSRP of $12.95 and now shipping, the PRO
drywall saw with included sheath is billed as an ideal
tool for cutting drywall, plywood, plasterboard, wall-
board, plastic paneling, and ceiling tile. Designed with
the professional installer in mind, the PRO drywall saws
teeth are precision-ground for fast and effortless cutting
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in both directions, both push and pull, explains John
Phillips, Platinum Tools product manager. The blade is
an extra-thick 1.8 mm to prevent bending and breaking
during use, whether cutting, punching, or scoring.
The company says the saws heavy-duty handle is
designed with a non-slip grip for comfort and safety, a hard-
ened blade tip designed to score or punch with ease, a
clog-free hardened steel blade, and a one-piece handle and
blade design. Extremely rugged and durable, the PRO dry-
wall saw also has a rust resistant electrophoretic deposition
on the blade, adds Platinums Phillips. Ideal for numer-
ous applications, this saw is a must have for the discerning
installer and technician.
Brother adds new industrial handheld
labeling tool
Brother Mobile
Solutions (BMS)
recently unveiled
its P-touch EDGE
PT-E500 industrial
handheld labeling
tool. According to
the company, the
PT-E500 is designed
for professional cabling contractors and installers with soft-
ware, connectivity and printing capabilities designed to
enable fast, easy creation of clear, durable laminated labels
for wire, cable and electrical installations of virtually every
type and size.
The handheld labeler uses easy-to-load, snap-in car-
tridges to generate labels for marking copper and fiber
wire and cables, faceplates, patch panels, punch blocks,
racks, cabinets and more, says the company. With just
a few keystrokes, on-site installers can quickly for-
mat and print a variety of label types up to 24mm wide,
including labels that conform to the ANSI/EIA/TIA-606B
identifier format.
An effective cable management system is the hall-
mark of a professional installation and high quality, long-
lasting labeling is essential to achieving this goal, says
Craig Robinson, manager of business development for
BMS. With that in mind, we developed the P-touch EDGE
PT-E500 with a rich blend of features and functionality
designed to speed workflow efficiency and productivity,
even in large installations.
The Brother P-touch EDGE PT-E500 labeling tool ships
with a suite of software, carrying case, Li-ion battery and
adapter, and Brothers exclusive 2-year limited exchange
warranty. The new product was shown for the first time in
February at the 2014 BICSI Winter Conference and Exhibition.
Brothers Robinson concludes, More than just a stand-
alone label printer, the new EDGE product is a complete,
industrial-grade labeling toolkit offering users a wide range
of options, such as formatting labels from built-in templates
or custom designing labels stored in memory from a com-
puter database. Yet it is remarkably simple to pick up and use,
thanks to intuitive navigation, a QWERTY keyboard and a
large, backlit LCD display screen with application icons.
You can read an article authored by Craig Robinson
beginning on page 5 of this issue.
Intelligent module monitors for
data center circuit overloads
Snake Tray, a manufacturer of cable management and
power/data distribution devices, recenetly announced the
availability of its new IT-addressable current monitor-
ing power reception module. The module provides data
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center managers with the ability to observe the current of
four independent power receptacles, either numerically dis-
played on the device or offsite using HTML protocol.
Via the module, data center managers can easily
set alarm criteria for circuit overloads, says the company.
The new equipment integrates with all Snake Tray cable
trays or can be mounted on cabinets and racks.
TE Connectivity adds new FlexWave
Prism DAS high-density modules
TE Connectivity has introduced additional high-density
modules for its FlexWave Prism distributed antenna system
(DAS), enabling the units to support up to 75 MHz per band
with two frequency bands per module. TE contends that
the new FlexWave Prism modules are an excellent long-
term investment in DAS infrastructure because they sup-
port so many different frequencies with high power output.
The company says that use of the new modules will allow
a 2-bay FlexWave Prism remote unit to support up to four
frequency bands, 40 watts, or up to 300 MHz of spectrum.
By using digital simulcast technology to deliver ser-
vices between the DAS headend and remote units, the
new FlexWave Prism module enables operators to eas-
ily shift capacity from one area to another as subscriber
needs dictate, explains TE. The digital DAS reaches up to
20 kilometers to serve urban and suburban areas as well
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as stadiums, office parks, and other facilities. By support-
ing multiple frequency bands with a single module, TE
says the new modules easily enable migration from 3G to
4G services as well as multi-operator applications where
two or more mobile operators share a power amplifier. The
module is also designed to ease delivery of 1800-MHz,
2100-MHz, or 2600-MHz MIMO and 800-MHz digital divi-
dend services in the EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions of
the world.
The company notes that the new high-density modules
deliver the same power and frequency band support of the
prior generation of FlexWave Prism modules, but are now
housed in a 40-percent smaller remote unit for up to 40
watt or four-band applications. The new product is physi-
cally smaller and more energy efficient because it consumes
less power. The FlexWave Prism DAS supports multi-oper-
ator, multi-protocol services in a compact, cost-effective,
and power-efficient manner, concludes Peter Wraight, vice
president, TE Wireless. It is ideal for mobile operators who
want to deploy DAS with multiple frequencies and high
power levels without the complexity of multiple DAS equip-
ment overlays.
Single-channel encoder converts analog
camera stream into ONVIF-compliant IP video
Network video management systems specialist Vicon
Industries has introduced its VN-901T single-channel video
encoder, which changes NTSC or PAL video from any ana-
log camera into an ONVIF-compliant video stream that
can be integrated into most IP video management systems,
including ViconNet VMS.
The device transmits H.264 high-profile, MPEG-4 and
M-JPEG video compression formats with dual streaming.
All camera features are supported through the encoder,
including PTZ. The device may be powered either by PoE
or 12 VDC/24 VAC. Two alarm inputs, one relay control
output, 1 PTZ port, and a line-level microphone input
are provided.
In situations where customers are upgrading to an
IP solution, there is sometimes an isolated, high-end
analog camera that is performing well and would be
terribly expensive to replace with an IP-equivalent
model, comments Margie Gurwin, Vicons director
of marketing. The single-channel VN-901T encoder
is perfect for these instances. The VN-901T is
available now.
Axis Communications holds inaugural
school security symposium
Network video surveillance specialist Axis
Communications recently hosted its first School
Security Solutions Symposium to discuss planning
and technology trends in school security. The event
was held at the Axis Experience Center in Chelmsford,
MA on November 8. Nearly 30 local school practitioners,
law enforcement professionals, industry consultants
and technology vendors participated in 10 sessions,
including a focus group discussion, technology expo
and two keynote presentations on implementing
school safety and emergency response plans and an
overview of Crime Prevention Through Environmental
Design (CPTED).
Nicholas Pasquarosa, Jr., a Yarmouth Police school
resource officer for the Dennis-Yarmouth Regional
School District, spoke to attendees about the impor-
tance of creating a plan and gaining support from fac-
ulty, IT, facilities and first responders. Dont wait until
an incident to bring your team together, Pasquarosa
said. We hope the unimaginable never happens, but
if it does, you need to be prepared. Every minute you
spend planning and training now could make the differ-
ence in an emergency situation.
School safety plans are not one size fits all and must
be adapted to changing threats, Pasquarosa went on
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he advised. Also at the event, James Smith, a security
consultant and CPTED practitioner, discussed how drug
activity, community crime rate, the presence of gangs
and outsiders and even traffic patterns for vehicles and
pedestrians can have significant impact on the ability
to establish and maintain a safe school.
Schools can implement security procedures and
equipment upgrades identified through a CPTED audit on
an incremental basis to reduce costs, Smith said. Both
existing and new school facilities under development can
greatly benefit from new, more efficient lighting and other
security technologies.
The forum agenda emphasized how planning and
technology can address key areas of school security,
including awareness, proactive, action, reaction and
recovery. Attendees learned about some of the latest
technologies for IP video surveillance from Axis, video
synopsis technology from BriefCam, smartphone alert
applications from ELERTS, Genetec video management
software and outdoor lighting based physical security
solutions from TOTUS Solutions.
The unfortunate reality today is that schools are fac-
ing destruction of property, theft, bullying and even vio-
lence. Its more important than ever for schools and local
law enforcement to be proactive and develop school secu-
rity plans, comments Steve Surfaro, security industry liai-
son, Axis Communications, Inc. As schools continue to
put measures in place, we felt it was important to provide a
platform for these discussions and the opportunity to share
best practices and learn from each others experiences.
Axis plans to host similar educational symposiums in
major U.S. cities throughout 2014.
CommScope sells off copper-
clad aluminum, steel assets
Last December, CommScope Holding Company, Inc.
announced that it has agreed to sell certain assets
of its CommScope BiMetals business to Copperweld
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Bimetallics, LLC, a subsidiary of Fushi Copperweld with
facilities in the United States, Asia and Europe. The eco-
nomic terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transac-
tion involves the sale of equipment associated with the
manufacture of all copper-clad aluminum and copper-
clad steel products.
CommScope says it will retain the processing equip-
ment needed for the production of its GroundSmart
grounding solutions, and will continue to manufacture
and sell GroundSmart for use in grounding utility and
communications networks. In addition, the global sup-
plier of infrastructure for communications networks will
close its Statesville, NC site as a result of excess man-
ufacturing capacity created by these changes to its
BiMetals business.
CommScope plans to redeploy the manufacturing
of its GroundSmart, E2O (Electrical-to-Optical) line of
hybrid fiber, conduit and coaxial products, ConQuest
Toneable Conduit and ConQuest Cable-in-Conduit (CIC)
products to nearby North Carolina facilities. The com-
pany expects some of the Statesville employees will be
able to continue employment at either its Catawba or
Claremont facilities. The transition of operations was
expected to begin almost immediately and should take
between 6 and 12 months to complete.
The parties have also entered into a supply agreement
pursuant to which Copperweld will supply CommScope
with bimetallic wire as needed for the manufacture of
cables and other products.
Analyst: WLAN growth stalling
in 802.11ac transition
Infonetics Research recently released its 3rd quar-
ter (3Q13) Wireless LAN Equipment and WiFi Phones
report, which tracks access points, WLAN control-
lers, and WiFi phones for the enterprise. According to
the analyst, while worldwide enterprise wireless LAN
(WLAN) equipment revenue edged up 1 percent sequen-
tially in 3Q13, to $1.2 billion, the report reveals that in
North America and Asia Pacific, WLAN growth slowed
sharply in 3Q13. After 15 quarters of double-digit year-
over-year growth, WLAN equipment growth fell below
the 10-percent mark in the third quarter of 2013, due to
the 802.11n transition nearing completion and 802.11ac
not yet having a significant effect on the market, reveals
Matthias Machowinski, directing analyst for enterprise
networks and video at Infonetics Research.
The new market report notes that 3Q13 marks the
first full quarter in which 802.11ac products were widely
available, and 3 percent of access points sold were based
on this new standard. The analysis shows that inde-
pendent access point revenue is down 40 percent year-
over-year in 3Q13, reflecting the shift toward centrally
managed WLAN. Still, we consider this a temporary
slowdown and expect growth to reaccelerate in the com-
ing years as buyers focus on their WLAN infrastructure
to support the growth of wireless devices and enable
BYOD and employee mobility, Machowinski adds.
Meanwhile, despite the slowdown in North America,
the EMEA market for wireless equipment is seen doing
well, despite relatively weaker economic conditions.
Around the industry, number-one vendor Ciscos WLAN
revenue share is up a half-point in 3Q13 from 2Q13, and
up over 4 points from 3Q12. Also, after a tough couple
of years, WiFi phone shipments are growing again on a
year-over-year basis, finds the report. Infonetics quar-
terly WLAN equipment and WiFi phones report pro-
vides worldwide and regional market size, vendor mar-
ket share, forecasts through 2017, analysis, and trends for
WLAN infrastructure, including access points by type
and technology, WLAN controllers, and enterprise single-
mode WiFi phones. Vendors tracked by the report includ
Alcatel-Lucent, Aruba, Brocade, Buffalo, Cisco, D-Link,
Enterasys, Extreme, Juniper, Meru, Motorola, Netgear,
HP, Ruckus, TP-Link, Ubiquiti and Xirrus.
Avigilon acquiring video-
analytics provider VideoIQ
Avigilon announced it acquired video-analytics company
VideoIQ for $32 million in cash.
When the acquisition was announced in late 2013,
Avigilons president and chief executive officer Alexander
Fernandes commented, VideoIQs analytics solution
complements Avigilons innovative line of products.
This acquisition will give us sophisticated, commer-
cially proven analytics technology supported by one of
the leading analytics development teams in the indus-
try. VideoIQ is transforming the future of intelligent
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surveillance and I am pleased to welcome the team
to Avigilon.
VideoIQ, founded in 2006, uses the acronym BRAIN
to describe its analytics capabilities. Its Bootstrap
Response Active Intelligence Node (or Network) is a
technology that enables cameras to see and alert you
when something is outside of the norm, the company
explains on its website. Most other
analysis systems are hard-wired
with specific objects and scenarios,
VideoIQ continues. They cant learn
and adapt. Thats where VideoIQ is
different. Our technology learns from
experience and improves the system
with its feedback and intelligence.
In its announcement of the acquisi-
tion, Avigilon said VideoIQs Billerica,
MA-based highly skilled and experi-
enced workforce will extend Avigilons
growing team. Avigilon added that
VideoIQ has approximately 30 employ-
ees. VideoIQs website lists Tenaya
Capital, Matrix Partners and Atlas
Ventures as investors in the company.
The company had approximately $11
million in revenue in 2013.
Avigilons CEO Fernandes con-
cluded, Over time, as we inte-
grate VideoIQs technology into the
Avigilon system, we will expand our
end-to-end high-definition surveil-
lance solutions to include robust ana-
lytics capabilities, giving end users
the ability to prevent crime proac-
tively and more effectively analyze
large amounts of data.
ITU says G.fast standard
to be finalized this year
The International Telecommunication
Union (ITU) says that the physical-
layer protocol aspects of G.fastwhich
is expected to be the technology that
brings the ability to support 500 Mbits/
sec or more to copper-based broadband access net-
workshave reached the stability required to initiate the
standards approval procedure.
Recommendation ITU-T G.9701 Fast Access to
Subscriber Terminals - Physical layer specification has
reached first-stage approval, the ITU announced. This
will enable chip developers to work on G.fast chip design
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and testing efforts more aggressively, the organization
says. Communicating the results of these efforts to ITU-T
Study Group 15 should hasten finalizing G.9701 and lead
to finalizing G.fast as early as April 2014, the ITU adds.
That timeline would see G.9701 receive final approval
in conjunction with ITU-T G.9700, which will specify
methods to ensure that G.fast equipment will not inter-
fere with broadcast services such as FM radio.
The ITU standardization work also parallels the
Broadband Forums Fibre to the Distribution Point
(FTTdp) system architecture project, which will define
an architecture that would bring fiber close enough to
subscribers to let existing copper lines do the rest via
G.fast. The Broadband Forum has begun developing a
testing suite for G.fast systems, which will include test
plans for interoperability events, system performance,
and functional testing. The Broadband Forum also is
working on a framework whitepaper, and possibly also a
certification program, the ITU says.
The final specification is expected to address three
speed/reach scenarios: 500 Mbits/sec at 100 m; 200
Mbits/sec at 200 m; 150 Mbits/sec at 250 m. Meanwhile,
systems houses have already experimented with
increasing G.fast data rates to 1 Gbit/sec. For example,
Alcatel-Lucent has said it can support 1-Gbit/sec data
rates over 70 m.
Eaton unveils IP network-based
mass notification systems
Power management company Eaton announced that its
Cooper Notification business has introduced a new line
of Internet Protocol (IP) network-based mass notification
systems (MNS). The newest solution from the companys
ALERiTY line of unified interoperable platform offers the
proprietary WAVES over IP (WoIP) technology for emer-
gency communications.
Our advanced IP-based MNS furthers our commit-
ment of developing innovative solutions that provide reli-
ability, ease-of-use and interoperability, comments Scott
Hearn, president of Eatons Cooper Notification business.
For customers, this provides a one-click solution that can
launch critical messages across all three layers of MNS:
in-building, wide-area and distributed recipient. For our
partners, the system is easy to install and maintain with
the ability to remotely monitor and upgrade the system.
According to the company, through advanced pro-
gramming interfaces, the ALERiTY platform offers full-
featured, bidirectional interoperability, integrating with
other systems, software and devices for enhanced situ-
ational awareness. Examples include fire alarm control
panels (FACP), chemical sensors, detection systems and
paging systems.
The WoIP mass notification network comprises a
collection of secure, robust Ethernet communication
devices, dubbed the IP Communicators (IPC) line.
This enterprise system solution allows organizations to
leverage their local area network (LAN) or utilize the IPC
private network to send audible, visual and data mes-
sages. Through Ethernet radios, a wireless solution is
also available.
The system also allows multiple sites and facili-
ties located anywhere in the world to be tied together
through a Web-client Graphical User Interface (GUI)
for managing global notification and system monitor-
ing. System redundancy features allows multiple users to
be simultaneously logged into the system for additional
points of command and control.
BICSI releases 13th edition of TDMM
BICSI recently announced the release of the 13th edition
of its Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual.
The TDMM is the basis of course and examination mate-
rial for BICSIs Registered Communications Distribution
Designer (RCDD) credential and its Registered
Information Technology Professional (RITP) credential.
Beginning July 1, the RCDD course and exam will be
updated to reflect the new information found in the 13th
edition of the TDMM.
Among the updated information in the new edition
is the incorporation of new information to address the
issues and solutions emerging for tomorrows networks,
the association said. These topics include distributed
antenna systems (DAS), passive optical networks (PONs)
for within buildings and IP infrastructure for AV systems.
Additionally, the 13th edition TDMM updates existing
practices to current technology for data networks.
Since 1984, the TDMM has been the definitive ref-
erence manual for ITS, telecommunications and
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information communications technology infrastructure
design, BICSI added. Written by industry experts serv-
ing within a vast array of industries, as well as the tele-
communications infrastructure supply chain, the TDMM,
13th edition, provides critical design information and
practice for todays and tomorrows networks.
BICSI past president Jerry Bowman, RCDD, NTS,
CISSP, CPP, CDCDP, commented, As with its predeces-
sors, the 13th edition TDMM emphasizes recommenda-
tions for best practices drawn from experts around the
world. This updated edition once again provides deep
reference information on the standards and codes that
impact our readership. Whether the reader is a newcomer
or seasoned veteran to IT infrastructure design, the 13th
edition TDMM is an indispensable reference that com-
pletes any reference library.
The manual is available in print and downloadable
version.
NASCARs Dover Speedway installs
DAS throughout venue
Dover International Speedway and American Tower, Inc.
announced a new partnership that will see a distributed
antenna system (DAS) installed at the racetrack prior to
the venues Spring race weekend in 2014. Encompassing
a series of hundreds of antennas, the DAS will be
installed strategically throughout the venue, includ-
ing the sites grandstands, FanZone, Monster FunZone,
Hospitality Tent Village, Victory Plaza and within the
colocated Dover Downs Hotel & Casino.
The DAS will improve cellular telephone service and
increase capacity for all participating carriers on the
racetracks NASCAR event weekends, providing an
upgraded alternative to relying on the external networks
of the wireless carriers, which become overburdened
with the dense population concentration at the track dur-
ing races. Essentially, the DAS will enhance mobile con-
nectivity for our fans, sponsors, media and race teams,
comments Mike Tatoian, executive vice president and
COO of Dover Motorsports, Inc. With the evolution of
smartphone technology, and the ability for our fans to get
so much more out of their experience through channels
like the NASCAR mobile app, connectivity is key while
attending race weekends.
Amendment to 802.11ac spec
unveils MU MIMO technology
At the 2014 International CES in Las Vegas, the IEEE
announced approval of the IEEE 802.11ac-2013 speci-
fication, intended to foster higher multi-user through-
put in wireless local area networks (WLANs). The
new amendment to the original 802.11ac WiFi spec
is intended to improve WLAN user experience by
providing data rates up to 7 Gbits/sec in the 5-GHz
bandmore than 10x the speed that was previously
standardized.
According to IEEE, the new IEEE 802.11ac specifica-
tion adds channel bandwidths of 80 MHz and 160 MHz
with both contiguous and non-contiguous 160-MHz
channels for flexible channel assignment. It adds higher-
order modulation in the form of 256 quadrature amplitude
modulation (QAM), providing an additional 33-percent
improvement in data rate. A further doubling of the data
rate is achieved by increasing the maximum number of
spatial streams to eight.
Significantly, the IEEE 802.11ac amendment
also introduces a revolutionary new technology to
support multiple concurrent downlink transmissions,
referred to as multi-user multiple-input, multiple-
output (MU MIMO). By using smart antenna technol-
ogy, MU MIMO enables more efficient spectrum
use, higher system capacity and reduced latency by
supporting up to four simultaneous user transmissions.
This is particularly useful for client devices with a
limited number of antennas, such as smartphones
and tablets.
Finally, the IEEE 802.11ac amendment streamlines
the existing transmit beamforming mechanisms and is
increasing the adoption of the technology across devices.
Transmit beamforming is a valuable technology that
significantly improves coverage, reliability and data
rate performance.
As wireless networks become more widely deployed,
users are able to transition applications from fixed links
to the convenience, freedom and versatility of wireless
links, comments Bruce Kraemer, chair of the IEEE 802.11
working group. These transitions create an evolutionary
demand to enhance the capacity of wireless networks in
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order to support the increasing number of users, as well
as new classes of applications with higher bandwidth
requirements. Moreover, as WLAN usage of shared spec-
trum grows, the wireless access mechanisms need to be
improved to achieve higher multiuser throughput. IEEE
802.11ac is intended to meet these evolving needs for
higher data rates and to help enable new generations of
data-intensive wireless applications.
Ripley Tools acquired in private-equity transaction
Capewell Components Companyparent of toolmaker
Ripleyhas been acquired by CapitalWorks LLC. Sperry,
Mitchell and Company, which initiated the transaction,
assisted in negotiations and served as financial advi-
sor to Capewell in the deal, announced the acquisition on
February 3.
Ripley is one of three divisions of Capewell
Components Company. The others are the Capewell divi-
sion, which designs and manufactures systems for the
aerospace and defense industry, and the M.H. Rhodes
Cramer division, which designs and manufactures elec-
trical and mechanical timers and motors for commercial
and industrial applications.
Combined, the three divisions of Capewell Components
offer more than 2,800 branded products.
CapitalWorks LLC is a private-equity firm focused on
investing in well-run profitable lower middle-market com-
panies, the announcement said. The firm provides man-
agement teams with the capital and support needed to
grow their businesses.
When asked if the acquisition might bring changes to
the sales channel or operations of the Ripley division, Tom
Pogacnik, a director with Sperry, Mitchell and Company,
stated, CapitalWorks plans on keeping the Ripley business
as is. Obviously, they look to grow Ripley and make it even
better.
CapitalWorks is excited about the future of Ripley, he
added. They believe there is room to grow Ripley through
expanding its geographic territories, as well as introducing
new products.
Capewell had been a portfolio company of Meriwether
Capital LLC, a private equity investment firm based
in New York City backed by members of the Rockefeller
family, the announcement said. Capewell Components
Company had been owned by Meriwether since 1981.
Capewell acquired Ripley in 1990.
Legrand acquiring Lastar and
its Quiktron, C2G brands
Legrand announced in early February it has signed a defini-
tive agreement to acquire Lastar Inc., including the com-
panys Quiktron and C2G divisions. Legrand said the trans-
action is subject to the completion of conditions for closing,
which it expects to take place within a 30- to 60-day time-
frame. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
Lastar had global revenues exceeding $135 million in 2013 and
employs slightly less than 1,000 employees, the company said.
Quiktron, based in Albia, IA, is a leading manufac-
turer of copper and fiber-optic cable assemblies for the
data communications distribution channel, Legrand
said in its announcement of the acquisition agreement.
C2G, based in Moraine, OH, is a recognized leader of
cabling and connectivity products for the A/V and IT
industries Legrands acquisition of Lastar and its
Quiktron and C2G brands would strengthen Legrands
position and capabilities in the data communications
and A/V channels while simultaneously providing
Legrand access to new customer segments.
We are focused on providing a more integrated infra-
structure solution including cable assemblies, connec-
tivity, cabinets, racks, cable tray and cable manage-
ment solutions that will help address our customers
requirements for next-generation data communications
demands, said John Selldorff, president and chief execu-
tive officer of Legrand North America. The acquisition
of these leading organizations underscores Legrands
commitment to strategic growth in the data communica-
tions and A/V channels.
Legrand further explained, New breeds of digital
applications and an increasing demand for streaming
content at home and at work have driven rapid growth
in the data center and the continued buildout of higher-
bandwidth communication infrastructures. Given the
industry trend toward preterminated cable assemblies,
Legrand would now offer its customers a broader array
of custom and preterminated copper and fiber cable
assemblies that are designed for flexibility and
efficient installation.
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acceleration of innovation, expansion of services, and
the addition of select data communications and A/V
products, over time, that are currently not available in
their product catalog.
Lastars president and chief executive officer Bill
Diederich said, Lastars customers would undoubt-
edly benefit from the increased access to a diverse
range of products and the complete turnkey suite of
solutions that Legrand would offer. Upon formal com-
pletion, the acquisition would create new growth
potential for all parties involved as the data communi-
cations, A/V and IT landscapes continue to evolve.
Mike Shane, co-founder and chairman of Lastar,
added, Lastar values providing customers an effort-
less experience, innovation in products and services,
and caring for and communicating openly with its
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