October 16, 2024
Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber® (ABF) system is a groundbreaking fiber optic solution that leverages air pressure to quickly and efficiently install fiber bundles through pre-installed tube cables. This technology was the first of its kind introduced in North America by Sumitomo Electric Lightwave and remains a preferred choice for various network infrastructures. With FutureFLEX®, there’s no need for disruptive construction or lengthy installation processes—fiber can be deployed and upgraded on demand, making it an ideal fit for fast-paced environments like airports. The system’s unique design supports current needs and easily accommodates future network expansions, ensuring that airports stay ahead of evolving connectivity requirements.
To deliver a reliable, efficient, and safe travel experience for passengers, airports and airlines rely on advanced communication networks that not only address customer needs but also comply with national and international safety and environmental requirements. Sumitomo Electric Lightwave’s FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber® system stands out as a game-changer for airports across the United States, offering unmatched installation speed, flexibility, and cost savings.
Today, our FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber® system remains one of the most adaptable solutions in the industry, with competitive features that enable easy scalability for future airport network requirements.
How FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber Works:
- Select the Type of Tube Cable: Choose from various tube cables designed for different installation environments and network requirements.
- Select the Tube Count: Determine the number of tubes needed based on the scope and scalability of the network.
- Select the Tube Distribution Points: Identify where the tubes will branch out to distribute fiber across the network.
- Select a Fiber Bundle Type: Choose fiber bundles that match the bandwidth and performance needs of your specific application.
- Select Termination Equipment: Pick the appropriate termination equipment to connect and complete each fiber link.
- Connect: Finally, blow the fiber through the tube cables and establish secure, high-speed connections.
Airport Operations Are Better with FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber®
Secure and Safe: FutureFLEX® is the secure and reliable infrastructure choice that easily adapts as your needs change. The system enables quick installations, upgrades, and moves, adds, and changes (MACs) in minutes or hours instead of days - all without the downtime associated with conventional cable installation. This agility allows airports to seamlessly integrate new networks or the upgrade of existing systems with minimal disruption to operations.
Fast and Efficient: Traditional fiber optic cable installations can be time-consuming and labor-intensive. In contrast, FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber® requires less labor and little or no downtime. By blowing fiber through pre-installed tube cables, airports can quickly deploy or upgrade networks, improving efficiency while minimizing operational disruptions.
Flexible and Scalable: With FutureFLEX® there is no more dark fiber. FutureFLEX® enables airport network planners to install the fibers needed today and scale flexibly as needed. New fibers can be added on demand, allowing for expansion minimum cost or waste.
As airports evolve to meet ever-increasing passenger volumes and technological demands, their optical network capacity must increase. Utilizing FutureFLEX® Air-Blown Fiber® system from Sumitomo Electric Lightwave to support Airports communication systems, airports are ready for the rapidly growing network demand with an efficient network expansion that can effortlessly adapt to changing requirements, ensuring reliable operations and a seamless experience for passengers.
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