Corning Incorporated (NYSE:GLW) today announced that it was recently recognized by the 2017 Lightwave Innovation Reviews for its MiniXtend cable with binderless* FastAccess technology.
Presented annually by Lightwave, the Lightwave Innovation Reviews program distinguishes top products and solutions available within the optical networking industry as determined by a panel of third-party judges. Judges include industry executives and analysts from a wide variety of service providers, technology developers, industry analysts, and journalists.
The recognized MiniXtend cables combine Corning’s micro cabling solution with its time- saving binderless FastAccess technology. Designed for installation in microduct systems using air-assisted installation methods, the cables are up to 50 percent smaller than standard loose-tube cables and offer high fiber counts in a small footprint. FastAccess technology is a groundbreaking innovation in cable design that eliminates the use of a binder, waterblocking yarns, and waterblocking tapes. It also enables up to 70 percent faster cable access and reduced risk of buffer tube damage.
“On behalf of the Lightwave Innovation Reviews, I would like to congratulate Corning on their score,” said Rob Stuehrk, Lightwave Group publisher. “The judges noted the MiniXtend cable’s small diameter was particularly noteworthy and beneficial to users. And, one of the judges commented that “We are excited to receive this honor, and especially proud that such a distinguished panel of judges recognizes the value our MiniXtend cable provides,” said John Igel, vice president and general manager, Corning Optical Fiber and Cable. “We look forward to providing our customers with even more groundbreaking products, helping to address the tough challenges they see daily.”
Corning will highlight its latest fiber and cabling innovations, including the newest enhancement to the award-winning MiniXtend product family and FastAccess technology portfolio, at the 2017 Optical Networking and Communication Conference & Exhibition (OFC), March 21-23 in Los Angeles.
