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New software for optimal splices

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Furukawa Electric Fitel ® SmartFuse™ fusion splicing software from OFS has been enhanced to include automated optimal facial-fit alignment and a new effective live fiber splicing method. The Fitel SmartFuse facial-fit alignment software provides the optimal fit between two end faces of fibers prior to splicing, enabling increased production throughput while helping to minimize labor costs. With larger diameter fibers, end-face cleaving is often imperfect. The SmartFuse software measures the end face angle, rotates the fibers, determines the optimal fit between the two faces, and then splices them; all in a fully automated mode. This new feature enables the splicing of cleave angles that would have previously been rejected or have required extensive operator time to align manually.

Nassau National Cable has launched anewwebsitewithcompanionmobile apps for iOS and Android devices that enable full access to the company’s product catalog. The company’s aim is to provide all customers, from experienced contractors and electricians to do-it-yourselfers, with the information and products they need. A problem often encountered by consumers buying specialist products is uncertainty as to what product is required for a specific job. To solve this problem, Nassau Electrical offers the option to chat live with a representative online to answer any questions the customer may have. In addition, customers will be able to buy the lengths they require for their job at set prices.

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