Splicer is aimed at FTTH market.

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Capable of splicing standard telecom fiber from 250-900 µm with single-handed action, Universal Mechanical Splice (UMS) system allows engineers to perform essential fiber connections, facilitating rapid deployments. Meeting Telcordia GR-765-CORE Generic Requirements, unit offers maximum insertion loss of 0.5 dB and average return loss of 40 dB. Handheld wedge tool device measures 142 x 57 x 22 mm.



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Fujikura Continues to Target FTTH Market with New Universal Mechanical Splicer



Usability and efficiency key to new product design

6th August, 2007 - Fujikura Europe Ltd today announced the launch of its newly upgraded Universal Mechanical Splice (UMS) system, the latest addition to its portfolio of products aimed at the exploding European FTTH market.

The Fujikura UMS system is capable of splicing all standard telecom fibre from 250µm to 900µm with a unique single-handed action. The light-weight, handheld wedge tool device, measuring just 142mm x 57mm x 22mm, allows engineers to perform essential fibre connections quickly and easily. The UMS system also offers a cost-efficient alternative to the use of pre-connectorized cables for FTTH installations.

"This newly designed mechanical splicer offers outstanding usability for field engineers," said Brian Leonard, product manager at Fujikura Europe. "The product is exceptionally simple to use, requiring minimal training to produce reliable splices.

"With the Fujikura UMS system, operators all over Europe looking at rapid deployments of FTTH services have a product that is low cost and extremely efficient; engineers in the field will be able to splice quickly and accurately, facilitating rapid deployments and helping to ensure minimal downtime in the event of loss of service."

The Fujikura UMS system has been tested in accordance with the conditions and criteria referenced in 'Telcordia GR-765-CORE Generic Requirements for Single Fiber Single-Mode Optical Splices and Splicing Systems', demonstrating maximum insertion loss of 0.5dB and an average return loss of 40dB.

Fujikura's complete portfolio of FTTH products will be on display at the European Conference on Optical Communication (ECOC) 2007, taking place 17-19 September at the Internationales Congress Centrum, Berlin.

Demonstrations will take place on the company's stand (#12015), and Fujikura products will be on show at the Opternus stand, (#12018), at the Light Brigade display, and the CTTS fusion splicing training area.

To request high-resolution images of the Fujikura UMS System, or to arrange an interview with representatives of Fujikura Europe at ECOC 2007, please contact Howard Jones on howard@bcspr.co.uk, or call +44(0)115 948 6917.

About Fujikura Europe Ltd

Fujikura is one of the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of fibre optic technology and electronic components. Established in 1885, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company employs over 33,000 people worldwide.

The company specialises in the manufacture of fibre, cables, connectors, test and measurement equipment and splicing machines for a range of markets and applications, including telecommunications, datacoms, electronics, power transmission, medical, industrial and automotive.

With facilities in Japan, the USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Vietnam and Russia, the company has a global presence. From its European headquarters in south west London, Fujikura provides sales, technical, training and after-sales servicing functions. The company has a presence in 30 European countries and supplies many of the continent's major telecommunications vendors.

For further information, please visit www.fujikura.co.uk

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